Wall Street Mastermind

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 investor (GI Partners).Not only have we maintained a 90%+ success rate over the years, we even offer a money back guarantee - meaning if you work with us and don’t get at least one investment banking offer, we will refund your entire investment in our program. Interested in learning more? Book a virtual co...

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Jun 24, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 65: Is Investment Banking Summer 2022 Recruiting Over? 27.07.2021

Are you wondering if it is too late to get an investment banking summer internship offer? At this point in time, what types of banks are still recruiting? Listen to me as I break down the timelines for summer internship recruiting and teach you a way to get into your top choice bank full time if you missed the deadline for this year. Schedule a free strategy session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?...

Episode 64: How Much Do Investment Bankers ACTUALLY Make 25.06.2021

You’ve probably heard that investment banking is one of the highest paying jobs you can get right out of school. But how much do you make exactly anyway? Listen to this podcast to find out how much investment bankers actually make and the different factors you can think about to make sure you land the highest paying job possible right out of school. Schedule a free strategy session at: wallstmaste...

Episode 63: Investment Banking EXPLAINED 14.06.2021

Most people don’t have a good idea of what investment bankers actually do. They think it has to do with picking stocks (it has nothing to do with that)… and know that it’s a high paying job with long hours. But there’s actually a lot more to it than that! In this podcast, we give an in-depth overview of the career path so that you can see if it’s right for you. Want the free gift mentioned at the...

Episode 62: BILLIONAIRES Who Started Their Careers On Wall Street 01.06.2021

Many students talk about exit opportunities when they’re asked why they want to start their career on Wall Street. But what kind of exit opportunities does that entail, exactly? Listen to this episode to find out!

Episode 61: How To Become A Millionaire By Age 30 (Through Investment Banking) 25.05.2021

Hey there! My name is Sam Shiah and I'm the founder of Wall Street Mastermind. I grew up in an immigrant family that didn't have a lot of money. But before I turned 30, I had achieved my goal of becoming a millionaire. Listen to this podcast to learn about my career path, including why I chose to start in investment banking, followed by stints in private equity and several of the hottest Silicon V...

Episode 60: With Ex-Rothschild Restructuring Banker / Oaktree / DE Shaw / Wharton MBA 30.04.2021

In this podcast, I got a great opportunity to interview my friend Will, who worked in restructuring during the 2008 financial crisis at Rothschild, which is one of the top restructuring shops out there. We talked about his career, the exit opportunities coming out of restructuring, what is restructuring anyway, and whether it makes sense to go to business school. Listen to this episode to learn ab...

Episode 59: Ex-Morgan Stanley Banker’s Thoughts on Goldman Analyst Survey 17.04.2021

By now you've probably seen the analyst survey that came out of Goldman Sachs. Are investment banking hours really that bad? Is it really worth it to work in investment banking? My opinion might surprise you, check it out! Schedule a Free Strategy Session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?utm_source=podcastep59

Episode 58: Candid Thoughts About Wall Street Mastermind From WSMM Client Justin 02.04.2021

Listen to this interview I did with my client Justin about how he was able to convince his mom to help him out, despite them being strapped for resources. Also hear about what his mom thinks of the decision to join WSMM in hindsight! Schedule a Free Strategy Session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?utm_source=podcastep58

Episode 57 : The Hidden Benefit for Investment Banking Networking 23.03.2021

The investment banking networking process can be long and grueling. But if you adopt this mindset, every networking conversation becomes a win. Check it out! Schedule a Free Strategy Session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?utm_source=podcastep57

Episode 56 : The Importance of Three Financial Statements in Investment Banking 18.03.2021

What are the 3 financial statements and why should you learn this before you study for any of the other investment banking technical concepts? Let's find out! Schedule a Free Strategy Session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?utm_source=podcastep56

Episode 55: What IS Investment Banking (It's NOT Investing In Stocks!) 16.03.2021

We see a lot of confusion out there about what investment banking actually is. No, your job is not to pick stocks to invest in. Watch this if you're new to the field! Schedule a Free Strategy Session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?utm_source=podcastep55

Episode 54: 3 Guaranteed Questions for Your Investment Banking Interview 12.03.2021

There are 3 questions that are almost guaranteed to show up in every investment banking interview. Check out our tips on how to ace these questions! Schedule a free strategy session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?utm_source=podcastep54

Episode 53: How To Overcome A Low GPA If You're Recruiting For Investment Banking 11.03.2021

You've likely heard that you need a near-perfect GPA to break into investment banking. It's not true! Here are things you can do to overcome a low GPA. Schedule a free strategy session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?utm_source=podcastep53

Episode 52: How To Find Your Passion 09.03.2021

A popular piece of career advice that's out there tells people to find their passion and pursue it as a career. Is this sound advice though? Let's discuss. Schedule a free strategy session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?utm_source=podcastep52

Episode 51: 4 Most Common Mistakes With Three - Statement Questions 06.03.2021

You are guaranteed to be asked about the three financial statements in your technical interview. Check out the most common mistakes that you must avoid. Schedule a free strategy session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?utm_source=podcastep51

Episode 50 : How To Decide Which Investment Bank To Work For 04.03.2021

There are so many great investment banks out there, how do you decide which one you should work for? What are the factors to consider when ranking your options?   Schedule a free strategy session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?utm_source=podcastep50

Episode 49: The Old Way Vs. The New Way Of Learning Investment Banking Technicals 27.02.2021

The way most people prepare for technical interviews hasn't changed for the last 15 years. But in the last 3 years, a small minority have found a better way. What is it?   Schedule a free strategy session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?utm_source=podcastep49

Episode 48: Why Do We Care About How Much Money We Make 25.02.2021

It seems like whenever the topic of money comes up, it's a sensitive subject. But at the end of the day, why do we want to make money anyway? What do you think?   Schedule a free strategy session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?utm_source=podcastep48

Episode 47: 3 Keys to Getting Your First Finance Internship 18.02.2021

One of the biggest challenges for students who want to break into investment banking is getting that first finance internship. Here are some tips to keep in mind. Schedule a free strategy session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?utm_source=podcastep47

Episode 46: Relationship Between The 4 Different Areas Of Technicals 17.02.2021

Before you start studying for investment banking technical interviews, check out this important context you should know that will help you understand everything better. Schedule a free strategy session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?utm_source=fbgrpwkvid

Episode 45: 3 Things To Look For When Getting Investment Banking Recruiting Advice From People 15.02.2021

The quality of the advice is only as good as the source you get it from. Check out the 3 things to look for when it comes to getting investment banking recruiting advice. Schedule a free strategy session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?utm_source=podcastep45

Episode 44: 4 Reasons Why Technology Investment Banking Is The Best Coverage Group To Work For 12.02.2021

Working in technology investment banking is one of the best career decisions I've ever made. Check out these very compelling reasons why tech IB is the way to go. Schedule a free strategy session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?utm_source=podcastep44

Episode 43: Investment Banking Exit Opportunities - PE vs. Hedge Funds vs. VC 10.02.2021

Many investment banking analysts want to exit after 2 years to buyside jobs like private equity, hedge funds, or venture capital. What are the pros and cons of each? Schedule a free strategy session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?utm_source=podcastep43

Episode 42:The 4 Most Common Mistakes Students Make With Investment Banking Behavioral Answers 06.02.2021

After editing the behavioral answers of over 300 investment banking candidates, here are the 4 most common mistakes we see students make. Listen and learn! Schedule a free strategy session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?utm_source=podcastep42

Episode 41: The Secret About The Investment Banking Resume Selection Process 04.02.2021

There's a dirty little secret about what goes into the investment banking resume selection process. Find out what this secret is, it'll help you get more interviews! Schedule a free strategy session at: wallstmastermind.com/apply?utm_source=podcastep41

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