What to do? Banking? CFA? Masters?

Hi,

I graduated in 2020 managed to get a hedge fund job without knowing much about the market, dont earn a lot, like 80k base I don't know what I am into but wanted to get the best job possible so hedge fund seemed like best bet. We trade weird shit, research random nonsense, none of the sexy stuff or names, we invest in funds not singular stocks, I also do operations, have not learnt a lot, and I keep feeling like I am missing out on banking because everybody else seems to be doing it and doing well and having a set path to a new job in PE/ Corp Finance/Better Hedge funds. I want to get into banking but seems v hard, being international and 1 banking internship

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Class of '29 Sep 2026 Cohort

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Hedge Fund LinkedIn Review

“My meeting with Kevin Lee was super helpful and went well beyond what I originally expected. We met to discuss my LinkedIn profile, but the conversation also covered the hedge fund space and how I’m thinking about my career as a whole. I really appreciated being able to talk about both how I present myself professionally and the broader direction I want to take. As someone interested in hedge funds but also exploring other paths in finance, it was helpful to have a conversation that connected my profile to my actual interests and goals. Kevin gave me a lot to think about, and I left feeling clearer about my next steps. Overall, I really appreciated his time and willingness to go beyond the original purpose of our meeting.”

Class of '26 Sep 2026 Cohort

4.56/5

Hedge Fund Mock Interview

“He was very responsive and prepared for the meeting. He actually read the JD, resume, and looked up linkedin which sometimes other mentors doesn't actually go over those to prepare things beforehand. I appreciate his direct comments I think it saved time and actually helped me to know exactly where to improve. I also appreciated him admitting if he doesn't know about specific HF strategy. Only thing I'd suggest for him is probably sending actionable key takeaways after the meeting because other mentors did and that was very helpful. ”

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