Investment Banking Recruiting Secrets of the Top 1%
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Investment Banking Recruiting Secrets of the Top 1%
Wall Street Mastermind provides 1-on-1 coaching to students who are trying to break into investment banking, helping you land the top 1% jobs on Wall Street that pay six-figures straight out of school. It’s led by Sam Shiah, a former investment banker (Morgan Stanley Tech) and private equity investo...
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Episode 365: How Jordan Broke Into an Elite Boutique From a Non Target School After Failing on His Own
Our student Jordan was attending a non-target liberal arts college and had been unsuccessful at recruiting on his own formonths.
Not kno...
Episode 364: Never Miss a Cost of Equity Question During Your Investment Banking Interview
In this episode, we dive deep into the cost of equity, an essential WACC component frequently tested in investment banking interviews.
Y...
Episode 363: How to calculate WACC? (Weighted Average Cost of Capital)
In this episode, we break down how to calculate WACC, one of the most common technical questions in finance interviews.
You'll learn wha...
Episode 362: How Christian Landed a Bulge Bracket Offer Within 2.5 Months Despite Being an Engineer With No Finance Background
Our student Christian came to us as an astronautical engineering major not knowing anything about finance or having relevant experience.
...
Episode 361: Answering Morgan Stanley's interview question on a DCF (Discounted Cash Flow)!
In this episode, I walk through what a DCF is, one of the most common terms asked about in investment banking interviews.
You'll learn h...
Episode 360: How to Explain an LBO in a PE and IB Job Interview
Need to explain an LBO in a private equity or investment banking interview? In this episode, we break it down in the simplest way possible.
Episode 359: How Jaime Broke Into Credit Suisse Despite Being a Non-Native English Speaker That Started Late at a Non-Target School
Our student Jaime had moved to the US from Colombia two years prior and had barely spoken any English.
He discovered IB through a financ...
Episode 358: Do investment bankers really work 100 hours a week?
In this episode, we break down the truth behind the 100 hour myths and sensationalized headlines.
The reality is more nuanced think of i...
Episode 357: How Robin Went From Being a Refugee and First Gen College Student to Becoming a Bulge Bracket Banker
Our student Robin had been a refugee from Nepal and was a first generation college student at a small college.
He transferred to Virgini...
Episode 356: How to Break Into Investment Banking From a Non-Target School
Breaking into investment banking from a non-target school is absolutely possible but you need to be strategic.
In this episode, we walk...
Episode 355: Can Non-target Students Break Into Investment Banking?
Can non-target students break into investment banking?
The answer is yes—but it takes the right mindset and approach. In this episode, w...
Episode 354: Ranking The Best 10 Investment Banking Internships!
Picking the right internship early can help shape your career trajectory.
In this episode, we rank the 10 best options for breaking into...
Episode 353: How Aidan Became One of the First Students From His Non-Target School to Break Into Investment Banking Without an MBA
Our student Aidan came to us as a sophomore athlete majoring in economics at a non-target school.
He had known he wanted to do IB for a...
Episode 352: How to Create a Resume for Goldman Sachs
If you’re aiming for Goldman Sachs or any top investment bank, your resume has to be flawless.
In this episode, we break down exactly ho...
Episode 351: How Zolio Became the First Person From His Non-Target School to Break Into JPMorgan
Our student Zolio came to us as a non-target school student having little guidance on the recruiting process.
A couple of alumni got him...
Episode 350: "Why You're Struggling To Break Into Banking "
Breaking into investment banking is brutally competitive, yet a few common mistakes can quietly kill your chances.
In this episode, we d...
Episode 349: Investment Bankers Are Quitting to Take These Jobs
What comes after investment banking? In this episode, we unpack the world of exit opportunities from the coveted buy-side roles to strategic positions...
Episode 348: How Aakaash Stood Out Against the Highly Competitive Candidate Pool at Wharton and Got an Elite Boutique Offer
Our student Aakash came to us as a sophomore at UPenn who was feeling behind on the investment banking recruiting process.
At the time,...
Episode 347: Is Investment Banking Worth It?
In this episode, we break down the real pros and cons of life on Wall Street.
From the money, prestige, exit opportunities, and steep le...
Episode 346: Strategies for Entry into Investment Banking
Didn’t land an IB offer right away? Don’t worry, there are multiple ways to break in.
This video covers three proven strategies: startin...
Episode 345: How Mike Got an Offer From Blackstone Private Equity and Goldman TMT
Our student Mike came to us as a sophomore at a non-target school looking primarily for investment banking and buy-side opportunities.
A...
Episode 344: The TRUTH about Investment Banking
Ever wondered what investment bankers actually do?
This podcast cuts through the myths and hype to break down the real job,.
Episode 343: How Min Secured an Offer from Lazard and Evercore From a Non Target School
Our student Minwoo came to us as a sophomore at a non-target school not knowing much about the investment banking recruiting process.
Af...
Episode 342: Banking Salaries Truths Part 2
In this episode, we go beyond the numbers to discuss the real cost of an investment banking salary, the sacrifice of work-life balance with unpredicta...
Episode 341: Banking Salaries Truths Part 1
In this episode, we break down the real numbers behind investment banking salaries, how much you earn as an analyst, associate, VP, and beyond and we’...
Episode 340: How Hugh Got Offers From Morgan Stanley, Evercore, and Greenhill
Our student Hugh came to us knowing he wanted to break into IB since his freshman year.
Despite finding a freshman summer internship, he...
Episode 339: Most Common Types of Behavioral Questions
In this episode, we walk through the most common investment banking behavioral questions and how to answer them.
From resume deep dives...
Episode 338: How Peter Got 4 Offers From Bulge Bracket and Elite Boutique Banks
Our student Peter came to us as a sophomore recruiting against a competitive pool of fellow Ivy League candidates.
With applications ope...
Episode 337: Crafting Sharp Behavioral Interview Answers
In this episode, we cover how to stand out in investment banking interviews by answering concisely and effectively.
Learn to structure r...
Episode 336: How to Master Key IB Technicals
In this episode, we dive into the four key areas of investment banking technical interviews—financial statements, valuation, M&A, and LBOs.
Episode 335: How Jacob Got 6 Superdays and 2 Offers Despite Being a Non Target Student
Our student Jacob came to us as a non-target school student not knowing much about the investment banking recruiting process or having a strong alumni...
Episode 334: Understanding the Interview Process - Part 1
In this episode, we break down the key steps of the interview process and how to prepare effectively.
From submitting your application t...
Episode 333: Common Technical Interview Mistakes
In this episode, we explore common pitfalls candidates fall into during investment banking interviews.
We discuss the importance of addr...
Episode 332: How Leonardo Went From Being a Community College Transfer to a Bulge Bracket Banker
Our student Leonardo came to us as a community college transfer without any finance experience.
With so much information out there, he w...
Episode 331: Understanding the Interview Process - Part 2
In this episode, we focus on the key skills needed to communicate effectively and make a strong impression during your interviews.
We’ll...
Episode 330: Calculating LBO FCF's and Debt Repayments
In this episode, we break down how Free Cash Flow is calculated in an LBO and why it matters for debt repayment.
We discuss the key comp...
Episode 329: How Jacqueline Secured a Bulge Bracket Offer as an International Student in Just 2 Months While Having a Crazy Schedule
Our student Jacqueline came to us as an international student from Hong Kong.
Being in her school's business program, she wanted a compe...
Episode 328: Tricks for Calculating and Increasing IRR
In this episode, we break down key strategies and mental shortcuts for calculating the IRR—essential for interviews.
We’ll discuss how o...
Episode 327:How Li Leveraged His Legal Background to Secure Multiple Restructuring Offers
Our student Li came to us with mostly legal experience but had grown interested in restructuring.
Without having much guidance, he knew...
Episode 326: Additional Behavioral Questions and Brainteasers
In this episode, we focus on tackling additional behavioral interview questions, including those about leadership qualities, your favorite book, and w...