From a banker's perspective, what are the signs you give to a candidate that you like them/that the informational interview went well? I think it is easier to tell when an informational interview goes poorly, but how can you tell when one went well in the banker's opinion?
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I usually give the candidate a secret handshake at the end of the interview to let them know it went well.
What do you mean a secret handshake?
You tickle their palm with your pinkie finger as you are shaking hands goodbye.
If they reciprocate, it means the meeting went well.
It’s an age-old Wall Street secret, give it a shot at your next informational meeting.
Would love to hear other thoughts on this
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