“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.”
if you can do it in your head why would you bother?
Good point, but the model is a bit more detailed, and allows you to run different scenarios. It is like walking through a DCF analysis vs. showing a DCF model. But in the big picture, the point is to show that you really want the job. And doing that little extra step.
no, makes you sound crazy insecure/trying way too hard
Seriously? If you got it right, there is no reason to follow up with further analysis. It'll just make you look like a try hard.
People just want to hear the right answer, not how you got there. My boss doesn't care how I structure my models or build things out, he just wants to know the assumptions and what they shit out. They trust you are doing things properly, otherwise you don't last long.
The OP's question is quite a bad one, but let's make it more interesting.
What if you answered a question incorrectly in the interview but then could show a model and give a good answer? This would show your dedication as well as your ability to quickly master concepts that you may not immediately understand.
Doesn't matter. no one has time to look at some piss poor excel file made by some college kid trying to get an internship. they already decided on who got the job by the time you get to the airport.
Definitely wouldn't do that. Also, I have disagree with tiger2012's statement above - I think people care more about your thought process than your actual answer. No matter what level you are in banking, we spend a lot of time defending our assumptions and ideas. The output of your model obviously has to be within reason, but there's a lot of gray area in finance.
Ok, that settles it.
Sit cupiditate eius animi aut provident fugiat. Odio voluptas optio molestias. Eligendi velit dolorum molestias. Accusamus et asperiores impedit soluta cum. Autem qui ullam aut facilis iure sunt nesciunt.
See All Comments - 100% Free
WSO depends on everyone being able to pitch in when they know something. Unlock with your email and get bonus: 6 financial modeling lessons free ($199 value)
or Unlock with your social account...