“I recently had a LinkedIn audit call with Arnau as part of my WSO Academy program, and it was one of the most practical and useful sessions I've had so far. I came in thinking my profile was in decent shape. I left with a clear picture of how recruiters and bankers actually see it, and a concrete list of changes that will make it work much harder for me.
Some background: I'm moving from corporate finance into investment banking, corporate banking, and private equity. I have an MBA in Corporate Finance, a PMP, and several years of finance and project management experience. Making that kind of move depends heavily on how you present your story, and LinkedIn is often the first place a recruiter or analyst sees it. That's why this session mattered so much to me.
From the first few minutes, Arnau was well prepared, direct, and focused on what actually moves the needle. He didn't just give generic tips like "add a professional photo." He went through my profile section by section and explained why each piece matters to someone in finance who's quickly scanning candidates. His feedback was honest without being discouraging, which I really appreciated. He pointed out where my profile was underselling my experience and where it wasn't clearly showing that I'm aiming for banking and PE.
What stood out most was how he helped me think about positioning. My background covers corporate finance, project management, hospitality, and real estate, and it can be hard to make that read as one clear story. Arnau helped me connect those experiences to the skills banks look for: financial analysis, modeling, managing budgets and capital, and working with senior stakeholders. He showed me how small changes to my headline, About section, and experience bullets can make that story obvious within seconds.
The session was also very actionable. I didn't leave with vague ideas. I left with a short list of specific edits I can make right away. That matters a lot when you're job hunting and every week counts. He also shared advice on using LinkedIn more actively, such as engaging with the right people and content, so the profile supports my networking instead of just sitting there.
I also want to recognize the overall WSO Academy experience. Between the modeling bootcamp, the company research work, the mentorship, and sessions like this one, the program has given me structure and support during a career transition that can otherwise feel isolating. This call was a good example of what makes WSO different: the people coaching you understand the industry you're trying to break into and give feedback that reflects how hiring really works.
If you're a WSO member and haven't booked a LinkedIn audit yet, I'd strongly recommend it. It's a short time commitment, and the return is significant. Your LinkedIn profile is often your first impression, and having an experienced set of eyes on it is worth it.
Thank you, Arnau, for your time, honesty, and practical guidance. I'm excited to put the changes in place and keep building toward my goal of breaking into investment banking.”
Not appropriate particularly if you are going to be working with this person.
Now if it's a different firm a hand written thank you letter will be appreciated. In addition, when you finish your stint you can feel free to give thank you gifts, in that case be sure to include everyone or else you'll be making others feel like you didn't like them.
Chocolates are definitely overboard, seems like you really took a liking to this person so simply show gratitude when the timing is right.
Send a box on Valentine's Day and let us know what the reaction is.
Sending chocolate for internship? (Originally Posted: 01/18/2012)
Hey guys,
Maybe if I send my resume for a summer internship with tiny box of chocolates it could get some more interest from boutiques/MM?
What do you guys think? I'm from a nontarget so i cant rule out more extreme methods and ive always wanted to send someone a box of chocolates
Only if it's Godiva or Ferrero Rocher, none of that Hershey's shit. Toblerone bars are preferred for UBS and CS. Additionally, for any MM banks it is imperative you send M&Ms.
Westside is pretty much spot on. Except if its barclays make sure to send cadbury. The brits eat that shit up.
You should probably perfume-scent your resume as well.
Might as well bend over and...
Lindt would be preferable over Toblerone for Swiss banks, I presume. Green & Black's is Britain's pride and joy when it comes to chocolate. Avoid Cadbury.
Cadbury's Fruit and Nut, otherwise the interviewer has no taste. American chocolate is barely recognisable, and that pretentious 70%+ cocoa stuff is just tryhard.
70+% cocoa is the shit. You just don't know your stuff. I bet you couldn't tell the difference between excellently aged chocolate with strong tannic structure and that run-of-the-mill... wait, what was this about, again?
No, it will make you look desperate not thoughtful. You're not taking your interviewers out for dinner and a movie. What you are trying to do is show them how useful you will be to their company.
Unless you are going for the "bagel guy" position at the firm, in that case, send them all the truck loads of chocolate you want.
You're a fag
I don't think that would send a good message
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