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CDO Summer Exploration: Private Equity

Recruiting for private equity (PE) roles as an graduate business student at a top business school is among the most competitive and compressed processes you’ll encounter. Many roles are pre-filled before classes start, especially for candidates with pre-business school investing …

By Mike Minutoli
Mike Minutoli Senior Director, Career Education and Coaching
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How to Pitch Yourself to an Employer

When you’re highly interested in a specific company, pitching yourself effectively requires a combination of research, relationship-building, and a compelling narrative that demonstrates your value. Whether you’re aiming for an internship, full-time role, or even a project-based opportunity, here’s a …

By Mike Minutoli
Mike Minutoli Senior Director, Career Education and Coaching
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What Does it Take to be a Chief of Staff

Ask ten executives what their Chief of Staff does, and you’ll get ten different answers. Ask ten Chiefs of Staff what makes someone succeed in the role, and you’ll hear the same word: ambiguity.

In a recent conversation with three …

By Elizabeth Sena
Elizabeth Sena Career Coach, Working Professionals
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Thank you for participating in the Yale SOM PE/VC Conference last week!

The Yale School of Management student organizers did an amazing job bringing together industry professionals and students for a day of insights, sharing, and collaboration.  

Likely you met many talented SOMers at the conference who would be great additions to your team. As the PE/VC industry liaison in …

By Valerie Fred
Valerie Fred Career Strategist
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Insights for Students: Spring 2026 Recruiting for the Asset Management Industry

As markets adjust to macro uncertainty, regulatory shifts, and rapid technological change, asset management firms are taking a more thoughtful approach to when and how they hire. Spring recruiting tends to favor students who take a proactive approach, rather than …

By Valerie Fred
Valerie Fred Career Strategist
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