Curious on how people go about interview prep? Feel like they can ask anything, so outside of having pitch down, basic behaviorals, and being able to speak to my resume, is there anything I can do? Know there will be a case study at some point too but that also seems like you can’t really prepare
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, here's how you can refine your interview prep for a Tiger Cub-style interview:
Behavioral Prep: Treat fit/behavioral prep with the same rigor as technical prep. Develop a cohesive 90-second resume walkthrough that highlights the positive motivations behind every transition in your career. Avoid negativity and focus on deliberate, well-thought-out reasons for your moves. Practice answering common questions like "Why this firm?" or "Why are you a good fit?" with confidence and clarity.
Crafting Stories: Prepare stories that demonstrate critical traits such as leadership, problem-solving, and teamwork. Use the S-C-A-R-L framework (Situation, Complication, Action, Result, Lessons learned) to structure your responses. These stories should align with your resume and be adaptable to various questions.
Case Study Prep: While case studies can vary, focus on mastering the fundamentals:
Pitch Preparation: Have your investment pitch polished and ready. Be prepared to defend your thesis, discuss risks, and answer follow-up questions. Ensure your pitch demonstrates deep understanding and insight.
Mock Interviews: Conduct mock interviews with peers or mentors. Include both behavioral and case components, and ask for honest feedback. This will help you refine your delivery and identify areas for improvement.
Research the Firm: Understand the firm's investment philosophy, recent deals, and culture. Tailor your answers to align with their values and approach.
Ask Insightful Questions: At the end of the interview, ask thoughtful questions that show genuine interest in the firm and the role. This can help establish rapport and leave a positive impression.
For the case study, while you can't predict the exact format, practicing with incomplete or jumbled materials (as described in WSO's case study tips) can help you prepare for the unexpected. Focus on distilling key insights and presenting them effectively.
For more detailed guidance, check out WSO's resources like case study guides and interview prep materials. They can provide a structured approach to tackling these interviews.
Sources: Case study interview for MBB consulting - 24 of my best tips on how to get in, Case study interview for MBB consulting - 24 of my best tips on how to get in, Fit/Behavioral Interviews - A Crash Course, Superday Advice From a Tired Interviewer, Superday Advice From a Tired Interviewer
Disregard this, it's for management consulting, lol.
For a Tiger Cub-style interview, expect anything. Make sure have strong market opinions, try to find or know their investment philosophy, and be able to defend your stock pitches under pressure. The case study is hard to prep for, but being sharp on valuation and key drivers will help. They care more about how you think than really just what you know imo.
You need to stop commenting on every thread and giving wrong or low quality advice.
I believe this "guy" is an LLM, not sure if it cares about human opinions.
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