WSO Academy Mentor Reveals: How Students Break Into Top Finance Roles
07/12/2025
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Ever wondered what it really takes to break into investment banking, private equity, or consulting — especially if you didn’t come from a target school or finance major?
Meet Mohit Shrivastav, one of our featured mentors at WSO Academy, who shares how students can build the right skills, find mentorship, and position themselves for top-tier finance roles — no matter their background.
From practical recruiting advice to insights from his own experience guiding students through interviews and technical prep, this episode will help you understand the mindset, structure, and support that actually get results.
⏱️ Chapters
00:00 – Introduction: Who Is Mohit Shrivastav?
01:20 – How Mohit Got Started in Finance
03:00 – Early Struggles & Lessons From Breaking In
05:10 – What Inspired Him to Mentor Students
07:25 – The Role of Mentorship in High-Finance Recruiting
09:30 – Common Mistakes Students Make During Recruiting
12:00 – How to Build a Strong Resume Without Experience
14:45 – How to Prepare for Technical Interviews
17:20 – Why Networking Matters More Than You Think
20:10 – How WSO Academy’s Structure Keeps Students Accountable
23:00 – Real Stories: Students Landing Investment Banking Offers
25:40 – The Transformation: From Uncertainty to Confidence
28:15 – Key Skills Every Student Should Build Before Recruiting
30:00 – Mohit’s Advice for International and Non-Target Students
32:00 – The Mindset Behind Long-Term Career Growth
34:00 – Final Thoughts & Message to Future Students
💼 About WSO Academy
WSO Academy helps students from all backgrounds break into Investment Banking, Private Equity, Hedge Funds, Consulting, and Corporate Finance through:
✅ 30+ Financial Modeling & Valuation Courses
✅ 1,800+ Mentors From 700+ Firms
✅ 40+ Live Bootcamps Per Year
✅ Mock Interviews, Networking Tools & Behavioral Prep
✅ 88% Placement Success Rate Within 180 Days
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