Dont know what I’m doing wrong in my interviews (need advice)

It sounds like you're doing a lot of things right, but final interviews can be tricky, especially in trading roles where the competition is fierce. Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some actionable steps to improve your chances:

1. Seek Feedback from Interviewers:

   • After each final round, politely reach out to your interviewers via LinkedIn or email. Mention that you're eager to improve and would appreciate any insights on your performance. While not everyone will respond, even a few pointers can be invaluable. As one WSO user shared, this approach helped them identify specific areas to work on, such as technical missteps or presentation style.

2. Analyze Your Interview Performance:

   • Replay your interviews in your head or jot down notes immediately after. Identify moments where you felt less confident or stumbled. Were there technical questions you struggled with? Did you effectively communicate your passion for trading? Self-reflection can help pinpoint recurring issues.

3. Refine Your Technical Skills:

   • Trading interviews often test your ability to think on your feet with probability, logic, and mental math questions. Make sure you're practicing these regularly. Resources like brainteasers, probability puzzles, and mock trading scenarios can help sharpen your skills. If you're already strong technically, focus on explaining your thought process clearly and confidently.

4. Showcase Your Passion for Trading:

   • Interviewers want to see genuine enthusiasm. Highlight your trading competition achievements and explain what you learned from them. Discuss how you approach markets, your favorite strategies, or even a recent trade idea. Make it clear that trading isn't just a career choice but a passion.

5. Mock Interviews:

   • Since you're open to mock interviews, find someone with trading experience to simulate a final round. They can provide real-time feedback on your answers, demeanor, and overall performance. If you can't find someone directly, consider reaching out to alumni or professionals in your network.

6. Tailor Your Approach to Each Firm:

   • Research the specific trading desk or team you're interviewing with. Understand their focus (e.g., equities, fixed income, derivatives) and tailor your answers to align with their strategies and culture. Mentioning specifics about their desk can leave a strong impression.

7. Stay Resilient and Keep Networking:

   • Rejections are tough, but persistence is key. Keep applying, networking, and improving. As one WSO thread emphasized, "You just need to be optimistic and push through." Building relationships with professionals in the industry can also open doors to opportunities you might not find through traditional applications.

8. Consider Feedback on Your CV:

   • While your CV seems strong, it never hurts to have it reviewed by someone in the industry. They might spot areas to better highlight your trading competitions, technical skills, or extracurriculars.

Remember, final interviews are often a mix of preparation and luck. Control what you can—your preparation, presentation, and mindset—and keep pushing forward. You're clearly doing a lot right, and with some fine-tuning, you'll break through. Good luck!

Sources: A Helping Hand to Humanities Students, NON-TARGET TO BANKING FORMULA: 100% SUCCESS RATE (so far), Stand Out as a Non-Target: The Interview (Part 2 of 4), Non-target average student declined BB trading ops offer, now having some second thoughts, Would appreciate some advice