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Investment Banking Recruiting Secrets of the Top 1%

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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 investor (GI Partners). Not only have we maintained a 90%+ success rate over the years, we even offer a mon... more

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Artwork for Investment Banking Recruiting Secrets of the Top 1%

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Our student Jordan was attending a non-target liberal arts college and had been unsuccessful at recruiting on his own formonths. Not knowing how to structure his networking calls or answers in interviews, he knew needed guidance and decided to join W... more

In this episode, we dive deep into the cost of equity, an essential WACC component frequently tested in investment banking interviews. You'll discover how to calculate it using CAPM and why it's crucial for valuing a company. Learn practical tips on ... more

In this episode, we break down how to calculate WACC, one of the most common technical questions in finance interviews. You'll learn what each component means, from the cost of equity to the after-tax cost of debt. We explain how to determine the rig... more

Our student Christian came to us as an astronautical engineering major not knowing anything about finance or having relevant experience. He had taken a gap year and after seeing a few friends go through the recruiting process he decided to give it a ... more

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Jaime Ahmad Jr.
Finance major at Florida International University, recently secured an internship at Credit Suisse.
Florida International University
Episode: Episode 359: How Jaime Broke Into Credit Suisse Despite Being a Non-Native English Speaker That Started Late at a Non-Target School
Zolio Batista
Sophomore at FIU studying finance and economics, originally from the Dominican Republic.
Florida International University
Episode: Episode 351: How Zolio Became the First Person From His Non-Target School to Break Into JPMorgan
Michael Davis
Sophomore at Williams College, majoring in economics and a member of the varsity soccer team
Williams College
Episode: Episode 345: How Mike Got an Offer From Blackstone Private Equity and Goldman TMT
Advik Agarwal
International student studying finance and actuarial science at Michigan State University, pursuing a career in investment banking
Numerio Green Tech
Episode: Episode 318: How Advik Broke Into Investment Banking as a Non-Target International Student With WSMM After Failing on His Own

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Sam Shiah
Founder of Wall Street Mastermind, providing coaching to those seeking careers in investment banking.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 244 ratings
  • Not helpful

    This dude is so clearly just trying to get people to buy his course. He does not add anything helpful in his commentary.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Dang son!
    United States7 months ago
  • Well worth a listen!!

    Really informative podcast and Sam is a great host!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Poppy@davedubeau
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Great Program

    The program has been super helpful and the coaches do a great job of answering questions quickly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kieran1022
    United Statesa year ago
  • Rahul J

    Awesome, Super insightful on MBA level recruitment for Investment Banking in Canada

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rahul_1989
    Canada2 years ago
  • Nice program

    Love the insight into IB

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bk10141014
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Many reviews highlight the host's expertise and the supportive community aspect of the program.
It is commonly noted that the content is highly relevant for those pursuing finance careers, especially from non-target schools.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and practical guidance provided on breaking into investment banking.
Feedback suggests that the show is well-organized and offers actionable advice to its audience.
Some individuals mentioned feeling inspired and more prepared for their recruitment journey after listening.

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Episode 357: How Robin Went From Being a Refugee and First Gen College Student to Becoming a Bulge Bracket Banker
Q: What did your parents say when you told them you got the offer?
They didn't fully understand the significance, comparing it to a previous colleague's job at Capital One, but it was incredibly meaningful for me and my family.
Episode 357: How Robin Went From Being a Refugee and First Gen College Student to Becoming a Bulge Bracket Banker
Q: What was the outcome of your recruiting process after joining Wall Street Mastermind?
I ended up doing Super Days with four bulge brackets and a couple of elite boutiques, ultimately signing with Bank of America's M&A group.
Episode 351: How Zolio Became the First Person From His Non-Target School to Break Into JPMorgan
Q: What piece of advice would you want to share with other non-target school students wanting to get into investment banking?
Dedicate time to your recruitment timeline, prepare ahead for networking, behavioral, and technical questions.
Episode 351: How Zolio Became the First Person From His Non-Target School to Break Into JPMorgan
Q: What do you think helped you pass the JP Morgan interview?
During the interview, I aimed for them to like me, showing empathy while being professional and demonstrating ambition.
Episode 345: How Mike Got an Offer From Blackstone Private Equity and Goldman TMT
Q: How different was the private equity recruiting process versus the investment banking recruiting process?
In terms of the story fit and behavioral questions, it was the same. However, technical preparations varied, requiring LBO models for PE instead of DCF.

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Focused on providing valuable guidance for individuals aspiring to break into the competitive field of investment banking, this podcast features insightful discussions on various aspects of the recruitment process, particularly for those from non-target schools or unusual backgrounds. It highlights success stories of former clients who have achieved job offers at prestigious investment banks despite facing significant challenges. The content is primarily educational, centering around practical strategies, interview preparation techniques, and unique insights aimed at demystifying the stringent hiring processes within investment banking, making it especially appealing to students and young professionals in finance.

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