How do you prepare for possible PE Interviews while working in IB/M&A?

  • What are the best ways to prepare for PE interviews?
  • Which is the best material to use?
  • What are PE recruiters looking for in a candidate?
  • How do you reconcile preparation with the hours you have to put into IB/M&A work?

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