“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.”
nononono fuck no
He only graduated 5 years before me and I have a couple of mutual friends with him. (don't know them very well though). Would you still say its a big no no?
It's even worse if you have mutual friends. If anything, hit up one of your mutual friends and try to bring him up naturally and get an intro that way.
This will be perceived fucking creepy. Fb is for slutty attention whores to put up their antics and for you to keep in touch with friends, not networking to get a job.
Don't listen to kidflash. Alumni LOVE it when you hit them up on FB, comment on their halloween costume pics, and then ask for jobs. Also, make sure to poke him. I made the mistake of not poking a VP once when reaching out and I'm pretty sure it cost me a job.
If you have mutual friends, just ask them whether they'd be willing to introduce you to him. Alumni requests are usually pretty powerful, especially if you make an effort.
Damn... flake got me. Sorry OP, I was trying to troll you.
P.S. I heard you get to skip first round interviews if you send the alum nudez on fb messenger.
Just figure out his firms email structure and fucking email him with the headline "xx high school alum - Inquiry" or some shit like that. No FB, that's dumb.
Email. Or even better get one of your mutual friends to introduce you (via email) and then meet up with that person for coffee.
This is an obvious no.
Where do these WSO members come from? What are you even thinking, OP?
lmao
Why don't you do it and tell us how it goes. That way we all know for sure what the result will be.
well, this seems like a great networking opportu.......NO. That is too creepy.
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