“My mentoring session with Andre was extremely valuable and gave me the clarity and direction I needed at an important stage of my application journey. He was kind, approachable, and generous with his time, creating an atmosphere in which I felt comfortable sharing my experiences, asking questions, and discussing my doubts openly.
One of the most helpful aspects of our conversation was his guidance on how to organize and communicate my personal story. Andre helped me understand how to connect different experiences into a coherent narrative, identify the elements that matter most, and explain their significance more clearly. His perspective was fundamental in helping me see how to present my background with greater confidence, purpose, and authenticity.
I particularly appreciated his advice on what to avoid. He helped me recognize that including every detail does not necessarily make a story stronger, and that being selective can make a message much more effective. Our discussion gave me a clearer understanding of how to avoid unnecessary repetition, keep my narrative focused, and ensure that each part contributes something meaningful to the overall application.
Andre also provided valuable guidance on how to organize the application process itself. He helped me think more clearly about priorities, how to approach the different components, and how to make the work feel more manageable. Having a clearer structure has made a difference to my mindset: instead of seeing the applications as one overwhelming task, I now feel better equipped to approach them through specific, achievable steps.
Another important takeaway was his advice on how to use the coming days effectively. Our conversation helped me understand where to focus my energy, which tasks deserve immediate attention, and how to establish a realistic plan. I left the session with a stronger sense of direction and a better understanding of how to balance thoughtful preparation with consistent progress.
What made the experience positive was the combination of practical guidance and encouragement. Andre offered suggestions in a considerate and constructive way, helping me reflect on my choices while also making me feel supported. His kindness made it easier to engage honestly with the process and to see areas for improvement as opportunities to strengthen my applications.
Overall, this session was fundamental in helping me understand both what I want to communicate and how to move forward. I now have a clearer approach to telling my story, organizing my applications, avoiding common mistakes, and planning the next few days with intention.
I am very grateful for Andre’s support and for the care he brought to our conversation. His advice gave me useful tools, renewed confidence, and a more focused approach to the work ahead. I would highly recommend a session with him to anyone seeking thoughtful guidance, practical direction, and a supportive space to develop their application narrative. The session helped me turn uncertainty into a clearer plan, and I feel much more prepared to make the most of the time ahead and present my experiences in a meaningful and convincing way.”
Don't be a bitch bro.
There are people here who would gladly take your interviews off you LOL
Keep interviewing until you get an offer, or the offer you want. The more you interview, the better you will get.
You are lucky all your interviews are on campus. Its so much harder in London. I once had only half an hour between two interviews who had offices in different parts of London separated by a minimum 20 minute underground ride.
Sign up for an interview for any position that you'd take. If you end up with a truly irresolvable conflict for superdays, you can always cancel one; you don't want to remove yourself from consideration for a position until you know how first-rounds shake out.
You should not assume that you are going to be invited for 2nd round and you should not assume you will advance to the superday - it is by no means a given. Take as many 1st round interviews as you can get for positions that you want - if you have conflicts, then rank and go from there. If you happen to earn multiple superdays on the same day, then that is sweet news for you and you have a nice problem on your hands.
Don't be cocky, take the interviews until you get an offer. Makes no sense to turn down options when you don't have any
In the words of Valentine, "Too much is never enough"
for me it was 16 first round ---> 9 superdays ---> 4 offers...
its a numbers game
It's definitely a numbers game. Take all that you can get. For some candidates, 10 first rounds will yield 1 offer. You don't want to limit your chances.
Dude, i had 15+ rounds with Goldman. Shut the fuck up. Stop Bitching. Go to your fucking interview and be a man about this!
STOP YOUR BITCHING AND REALIZE THAT NOT EVERY FUCKING FIRST ROUND MEANS YOU GET CALLED TO THE SUPERDAY!
College kids... go figure...
Why wouldn't you try to get as many interviews as you can?
Is it possible to have too many interviews? (Originally Posted: 01/16/2008)
Hi. I'm quite new here but have been lurking for a while. I was wondering if it was possible to have too many interviews, and at what point should be the max for a firm. I applied to 3 on campus positions for my top choice BB (think GS/MS) - my first choice being ibd, then s&t, then research. I was fortunate to receive first rounds for all of them. Woudl it be bad to take all 3 interviews? Should I only take my first two choices? I don't feel bad not interviewing because therea re alternates who can sign up if I choose not to interview. THen again, there's a possibility that I won't get IBD & S&T, and will regret not having interviewed with research. Thanks!
Receiving an invitation to interview from three major divisions of a top firm is somewhat unusual and, as such, it would not be unreasonable to judge that this opportunity should be exploited. That said, from a long term perspective, it is imperative that you decide for yourself which division is definitely for you. Not only that, it often helps to have a clear idea of what area of a particular division you would prefer.
Should you attend all three upcoming interviews, make sure you have a compelling answer for why you want a position in the particular division you are interviewing with at the time. You may find that the time needed to be adequately prepared for all three interviews is not worth it.
My overriding advice: have a shot at IBD, forget about the rest.
Interview with all 3 divisions. Like endgame said, exploit the situation.
"I don't feel bad not interviewing because there are alternates who can sign up if I choose not to interview."
Interview for all 3 positions, even if just for the additional interview practice. Who cares about the alternates. You're in it for yourself.
I have a question similar to that ... IS it even a good idea to apply for more than one division? Doesn't it just seem like you're trying to get your foot in the door??
Yes, it can negatively affect you. You've got to weigh those risks. I wouldn't necessarily let the IB know you're applying for S&T or the other way around. Same thing goes for applying to boutiques, MM shops, and BBs. May be interpreted as a lack of focus or not knowing what you want.
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