Insights & Resources
Career advice, industry trends, and recruiting insights for finance professionals
Houlihan Lokey: The Middle-Market Powerhouse and Restructuring Leader
Houlihan Lokey has built the top restructuring practice in the world while dominating middle-market M&A. Here's what makes the firm unique, who thrives there, and how recruiting works.
The Venture Capital Career Path: From Associate to General Partner
Becoming a venture capitalist is one thing. Making General Partner is another entirely. Here's how VC careers actually progress—the timeline, the skills, and what separates partners who make it from those who don't.
International Finance Recruiting: How US, UK, and Asia Differ in Process and Culture
Finance recruiting looks completely different in New York, London, and Hong Kong. Here's how timelines, processes, and expectations vary across the world's major financial centers—and how to navigate each.
Bank of America Investment Banking: Culture, Strengths, and How It Compares to Peers
Bank of America has the biggest balance sheet on Wall Street. That firepower translates into financing muscle and corporate relationships—but where does it stand on pure advisory? Here's the honest picture.
LBO Modeling Fundamentals: How Private Equity Values Companies
Private equity doesn't buy companies. It buys cash flows and levers them. Understanding LBO mechanics is essential for PE recruiting—and reveals how the buy-side actually thinks about value.
JPMorgan Investment Banking: Culture, Strengths, and How It Compares
JPMorgan is the largest bank in America. Its investment bank combines the resources of a financial supermarket with genuine M&A credibility. Here's what working there actually looks like.
Military to Finance: How Veterans Break Into Investment Banking and Private Equity
Military experience builds leadership, resilience, and work ethic. But the finance recruiting system wasn't designed for veterans. Here's how to navigate the transition from active duty to Wall Street.
Finance Employer Branding: How to Stand Out in a Competitive Talent Market
Every bulge bracket claims to have great culture. Nobody believes it. Here's how finance firms can build employer brands that actually resonate with candidates—and why most get it wrong.
Investment Banking Brain Teasers: How to Solve Quantitative and Logic Puzzles Under Pressure
Brain teasers aren't about right answers. They're about watching you think. Here's how to approach quantitative and logic puzzles when the pressure is on—without freezing up.