Matching energy levels for buy-side interviews

Thoughts on these?

Venture Capital: Respond with high energy level throughout Interview. Show you’re on the extrovert side, can vibe with high energy levels of startups, willingness to get dirty.

Private Equity: Respond with medium energy level throughout interview, interviewers mostly have high ego. Display “I know my place” attitude to get good review.

Prop Trading / HF: Respond with composed energy throughout interview. Succinct well-thought-out responses, logical answers and evidence-based answers. Display aptitude and ability to work independently.

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