House, I want to swithc to PE for immediate start (next 8 - 12weeks) but haven't had any luck so far.
My Background: MD, CFA Level 2 candidate, self-taught modeling. 15months at MBB, I have had no direct experience working in finance.
House what is the best way to go about this?
How do I even get an interview?
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Gotta network. And if you're trying to get to a buyout shop, use headhunters.
why the switch?
OP here - can you recommend the best headhunters to reach out to?
wow didn't expect to see someone else like me on here. Just got my MD and also took Level 2 of the CFA exam this June-looking to transition into equity research and eventually PM. Wondering how feasible it is to get a job right now with networkin?
Not to go off topic too much, but at what point in your medical studies did you determine to get into consulting?
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