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From 100+ rejections to landing an Investment Banking role in London — this is the real story of how one student broke into IB with zero connections and no roadmap. Nikita shares his journey from Bocconi and ESSEC to securing a full-time Investment Banking offer, including the struggles, internship experience, networking strategy, and key lessons that helped him succeed. Check out WSO Academy — the prep that has helped thousands break into high finance. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

“The rules haven't changed. The technology has — but the rules haven't.” — Nathan MondragonEpisode OverviewIn this episode, I'm joined by my old friend (and now co-worker!) Nathan Mondragon, an IO psychologist and long-time leader in creating the future at the intersection of assessment science, hiring technology, and applied AI.Nathan and I have lived through multiple waves of “this will change everything” technology — from early online testing to video interviewing, machine learning, and now generative AI. And the beat goes on!Nathan and I have recently joined forces at ProboTalent where we are creating defensible AI based assessment tools.We talk about where AI has genuinely moved the field forward, where it hasn't, and why so many of the debates we're having today are versions of conversations we've been having for decades. Along the way, we unpack Nathan's paradigm busting work at HireVue', and why the fundamentals of good measurement haven't changed — even as the tools have.Topics Discussed & Key Insights1. The Rules of Good Assessment Haven't Changed — We Just Keep Forgetting ThemNathan makes a point that anchors the entire episode: while technology has advanced dramatically, the core rules of good assessment — validity, relevance, interpretability, and fairness — are exactly the same.AI doesn't get a pass on methodology. If anything, it raises the bar for rigor, because mistakes scale faster.2. Early Hiring Tech Was Built to Solve Operational Problems, Not Measurement ProblemsWe talk about the early days of online hiring and assessment, where the primary goal was digitization, not insight. Systems were designed to move paper processes online, not to improve how well we understand people.That legacy still shapes today's platforms — and explains why so many tools feel efficient but shallow.3. HireVue Was a Real Paradigm Shift — and It Required Scientific CourageNathan reflects on the early days of HireVue and why it was genuinely revolutionary at the time. The breakthrough wasn't just video — it was the larger shift toward digitizing and scaling structured assessment experiences in a way the field hadn't seen before.What made this moment interesting from an IO psychology standpoint is that it required a different mindset as a scientist: being willing to engage with a new modality, even when the measurement implications weren't fully understood yet. Innovation in assessment has always involved tension — between rigor and experimentation, between what's proven and what's possible.Nathan shares what it was like to help lead through that transition, and why thoughtful scientists have to be able to sit with uncertainty long enough to shape new approaches responsibly, rather than rejecting them outright.4. AI Didn't Create Bad Measurement — It Made It Easier to ScaleA recurring theme: AI doesn't magically improve weak constructs. If you feed it noisy proxies, you just get faster, more confident noise.We discuss why generative AI and machine learning don't eliminate the need for careful construct definition — and why “it correlates” is not the same thing as “it measures something useful.”5. Interactivity Matters More Than ModalityOne of the most important takeaways: the future of assessment isn't about whether something is text, video, or simulation-based — it's about how interactive and information-rich the experience is.Nathan explains why dynamic interaction reveals far more about decision-making, reasoning, and capability than static prompts ever will.6. Native AI vs. Embedded AI Is a False DebateWe unpack the difference between “AI-native” products and traditional tools with AI layered on top — and why this distinction often misses the point.What matters isn't where AI lives in the stack, but whether it's being used to improve interpretation, not just automate scoring or classification.7. Skills and Knowledge Are Still Hard to Measure — and AI Has to Be Used CarefullyWe close by confronting a reality the market often underestimates: skills and knowledge testing have always been difficult to do well, and scaling them without losing rigor is even harder.We connect this directly to the work we're doing at Probo Talent, where the focus is on a more responsible alternative: using AI to scale the parts of assessment that have historically been hardest to scale, while staying within safe, established modalities and an explainable, scientifically grounded wrapper. The goal is not novelty for its own sake, but a practical example of how AI can be used carefully to solve long-standing problems in skills-based hiring without sacrificing defensibility or trustFinal TakeawayAI changes how we can build hiring and assessment systems — but it doesn't change what makes them good.If we ignore decades of psychological science in favor of speed, novelty, or convenience, AI will simply help us make the same mistakes faster. But if we use it to deepen interaction, improve interpretation, and stay disciplined about what we measure, it has the potential to finally move the field forward in meaningful ways. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit charleshandler.substack.com

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AI-driven recruiting is on the hot seat and it's only getting hotter. Most job seekers now experience AI-interviewers, AI-based screening, and even chatbots that can automate the entire process. And as this market grows, two new lawsuits (one against Workday, one against Eightfold) have emerged, indicating the “fear” job seekers have about this technology. In the meantime, vendors are gobbling up these tools. This includes Workday's $1 billion acquisition of Paradox (and Hiredscore), SAP's acquisition of Smartrecruiters, Outmatch's acquisition of Pymetrics (renamed Harver), UKG's acquisition of Chattr (renamed Rapid Hire), Radancy's acquisition of myInterview, Hirevue's acquisition of Modern Hire, Cornerstone's acquisition of Skyhive (following acquisition of Clustree), Lightcast's acquisition of Rhetorik, and more. Where is all this going? As I discuss, this is an enormous ($840 billion) market and there's a lot yet to come. As I discuss, we are entering a whole new set of demands, demands for quality, explainability, skills verification, and bias-detection. One of the big new trends is what we call “vertical data labeling” to increase transparency and quality. (The pioneer here is a company called Findem.) So for you as a buyer or user, it's a time to focus on data and AI accuracy and completeness. Like this podcast? Rate us on Spotify or Apple or YouTube. Additional Information The Great Reinvention of Human Resources Has Begun People Data For Sale: How The Talent Intelligence Market Really Works The Talent Acquisition Revolution: How AI is Transforming Recruiting Imperatives for 2026: What's Ahead for Enterprise AI, HR, Jobs, And Organizations Get Galileo: The World's AI Agent For Everything HR   Chapters (00:00:00) - The Lawsuits About AI-Based Recruitment(00:03:14) - AI Based Recruitment(00:13:37) - Is LinkedIn a Good Data Source for AI?(00:14:21) - Will AI Be Better at Recruiting?(00:21:44) - Will Data-based Recruitment Be Legal?

In this episode, Chris shares his real investment banking recruiting journey—from a non-target school, with no finance background, to finally landing an offer after multiple Superday rejections. We cover: What it's like recruiting without knowing the “finance language” Dealing with imposter syndrome in IB recruiting Aggressive networking and using platforms like Wall Street Oasis Why most Superdays end in rejection What actually made the difference in getting the offer This is a must-watch for students trying to break into investment banking, finance, or Wall Street from a non-traditional background.

This week's throwback episode features a guest who served as a top sales rep, to Founding companies in Digital Advertising, to working his way through the ranks at rapidly growing companies like HireVue, Lucid, and Workstream. Now, he has taken his talents back to his founder and small business routes which we will get into today.Blake Harber is this week's guest on the 20% Podcast. In this week's episode, we discussed:Entrepreneurial Parents Blake's Tractor ServiceFinding A Gap$75K/Year Selling CandyDiversifying IncomeKids Learning The Family BusinessMuch More!Please enjoy this week's episode with Blake Harber. ____________________________________________________________________________I am now in the early stages of writing my first book! In this book, I will be telling my story of getting into sales and the lessons I have learned so far, and intertwine stories, tips, and advice from the Top Sales Professionals In The World! As a first time author, I want to share these interviews with you all, and take you on this book writing journey with me! Like the show? Subscribe to the email: https://mailchi.mp/a71e58dacffb/welcome-to-the-20-podcast-communityI want your feedback.Reach out to 20percentpodcastquestions@gmail.com, or find me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylermeckes/

I'm gonna do a little series here called "The Inches Are All Around Us," and in this series, at least to start, all of the inches I'm gonna mention are full-on administrative waste—waste that is particularly egregious because it has nothing to do with patient care. That's why when Shane Cerone said, "The inches are all around us" in episode 492 about hospitals and hospital prices, I really perked up. Because by fixing this friction, this administrative waste, we can actually improve patient care and reduce costs simultaneously. For a full transcript of this episode, click here. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to subscribe to the free weekly newsletter to be a member of the Relentless Tribe. Along these same lines, I have also heard Zack Cooper, PhD, talk about the 1% steps to healthcare reform project, where he's like, look, find 10 or 30 or whatever 1% problems, and you'll probably transform healthcare faster than if you're trying to find a 10% or 30% solution. So, same idea. And finding these inches, these 1 percents, even in and of themselves, it's big dollars when it comes to how much the U.S. spends on healthcare, which is, by the way, projected to reach $5.6 trillion in 2025, according to NHE (National Health Expenditure) projections from federal actuaries. So, I decided to go on a bit of a quest for these inches—you know, get a bead on where they may be nestled for anyone looking on behalf of their plan or their country or their state maybe. To this end, also recall or be aware of the episode with David Scheinker, PhD (EP363). But David Scheinker in that episode gets into how much every industry pays something like 2% to administer a transaction. But in healthcare, the provider pays something like 14%, and the payer pays another 14% to submit and get paid for a claim, which is healthcare for a transaction. Don't get me wrong, it's the plan sponsors such as self-insured employers, members, and USA taxpayers who are ultimately paying for those two 14 percents. So that 28% of full-on administrative costs—most of which, we could agree, could go away and probably be better for patients, not worse—this, too, is coming out of the pockets of the ultimate purchasers of healthcare. Those costs are getting passed along. I say all this to say, to kick off this "the inches are all around us" exploration, I wanted to dig in a little more specifically into what goes on during these aforementioned transactions (ie, what this life of a claim kind of, like, looks like on the ground). I wanted to start here because, yeah, we haven't done this before; and this exploration is gonna continue into next week because we're gonna dip heavy into clearinghouses with Zack Kanter and what they do all day. And then after that, I'm talking payment integrity programs. I'm talking prepayment review programs with Mark Noel, because you know what? Employers don't wanna be bringing a knife to a gunfight. And I realized in the course of these conversations that any self-insured plan sponsor that is not doing, for real, payment integrity programs, for real, prepayment review, post-payment review.  I'm getting ahead of myself, but when you listen to the show next week with Zack Kanter, you will so totally see what I mean. Today, as I mentioned earlier, I am speaking with Mark Newman, who is the CEO and founder of Nomi Health. Nomi aims to simplify the act of buying and paying for healthcare for self-insured employers. Look 'em up if that sounds intriguing. I also do need to thank Nomi Health for so generously offering to donate to RHV to cover the expenses of producing this episode. So, thank you so much to Nomi Health. Okay, lastly here, just to set the basic framework for this conversation that follows, Mark gets into two main revelations, reasons that kind of sit behind all a large part of the waste and friction in healthcare transactions. Again, otherwise known as a claim getting paid. And these two reasons are data isn't data isn't data. In other words, as a claim moves through the system to different stakeholders, the data starts to change and morph and come and go. Different people have different use cases for that data, so it starts to get added and subtracted, but nobody really has the universal level to tote up the difference in any organized fashion. So, we talk about that first. Then Mark Newman doubles down with another reason for the friction and waste. Here's the second revelation: A dollar isn't a dollar isn't a dollar. And same kind of rules apply here. A plan sponsor might spend a dollar and, yeah, is that dollar spent or is that dollar accrued to spend? Which is kind of wonky, but also relevant. And if you didn't understand that, we'll get to it. And then just because a dollar gets spent doesn't mean the provider gets that dollar. And by the way, I don't just mean, oh, there's spread pricing. How shocking. I mean that a plan sponsor could roll up to a hospital and say, "We spent $10 million last year," and the hospital could say, "No, you didn't. You only spent five." And spoiler alert, in this case, it's not about spread pricing, although it might be. It's also about how much was the member responsibility that the members didn't pay. So, a dollar is not a dollar for a whole bunch of different reasons. This podcast is sponsored by Aventria Health Group, and today, it's also sponsored by Nomi Health. Also mentioned in this episode are Nomi Health; Shane Cerone; Zack Cooper, PhD; David Scheinker, PhD; Zack Kanter; Mark Noel; Aventria Health Group; Preston Alexander; Eric Bricker, MD; Sam Flanders, MD; Andrew Tsang; Sandra Raup; Stan Schwartz, MD; ZERO.health; Cristin Dickerson, MD; and Matt Christensen. For a list of healthcare industry acronyms and terms that may be unfamiliar to you, click here.   You can learn more at nomihealth.com or reach out to Mark at mark@nomihealth.com. You can also follow Mark and Nomi Health on LinkedIn.   Mark Newman is the co-founder and CEO of Nomi Health, on a mission to rebuild America's healthcare system to serve all stakeholders: providers, employers, and patients. A recognized healthcare innovator and entrepreneur, Mark previously founded and built HireVue into the world's largest provider of AI-driven talent assessment solutions before its acquisition by the Carlyle Group. His commitment to improving the healthcare system stems from a desire to address systemic issues that have long plagued the industry. Under his leadership since its inception in 2019, Nomi Health has focused on creating a more direct and transparent healthcare experience: reducing an organization's spend by over 30% per patient while increasing a provider's payments. Through Nomi Health, Mark continues to advocate for a more efficient, service-centered approach to healthcare that prioritizes known costs for employers, zero out of pocket for patients, and near-real-time payments for providers.   06:48 What is actionable to know about the life of a claim? 08:14 How data can change as it moves through the claims process. 11:45 Why a dollar isn't a dollar in healthcare. 18:50 Why employers are actually paying more than a dollar to access a dollar of healthcare (the medical loss ratio). 21:54 Why cutting out the "friction" is actually better for employees and members. 22:48  EP482 with Preston Alexander. 22:50 EP472 with Eric Bricker, MD. 23:36  EP490 and EP492 with Sam Flanders, MD, and Shane Cerone. 23:53 Infographic by Andrew Tsang showing 27 streams of income. 26:53 How do we fix these issues? 28:05 LinkedIn comment from Sandra Raup. 28:59 How Nomi Health is experimenting with a no co-payment, no deductible model. 31:29 INBW42 with Stacey on moral hazard. 32:26 EP486 with Stan Schwartz, MD. 32:31  EP485 with Cristin Dickerson, MD. 32:56 The Innovator's Dilemma by Clayton M. Christensen. 34:55 How does Nomi Health work with and help employers?   You can learn more at nomihealth.com or reach out to Mark at mark@nomihealth.com. You can also follow Mark and Nomi Health on LinkedIn.   @markhirevue discusses #plansponsor #healthspend and #clinicalorg pay on our #healthcarepodcast. #podcast #financialhealth #patientoutcomes #primarycare #digitalhealth #healthcareleadership #healthcaretransformation #healthcareinnovation   Recent past interviews: Click a guest's name for their latest RHV episode! Stacey Richter (INBW45), Stacey Richter (INBW44), Marilyn Bartlett (Encore! EP450), Dr Mick Connors, Sarah Emond (EP494), Sarah Emond (Bonus Episode), Stacey Richter (INBW43), Olivia Ross (Take Two: EP240), John Quinn

#MentorshipPodcast #FinanceCareer #ConsultingJourney #BCG #Vision2030 #CareerGrowth #InternationalBusiness #leadershiplessons Claudio shares his incredible global journey — from starting in European finance and insurance, to working on Vision 2030 transformation projects in Saudi Arabia, and later joining BCG in management consulting. His story is a masterclass in adaptability, mentorship, and lifelong learning across borders.

In this inspiring episode of the Featured Mentor Podcast, we sit down with Arthur, a 28-year-old professional whose path from Brazil to the U.S. and Europe reveals what it really takes to build an international career in finance. From early days at a prep school to studying at Wharton and landing roles at Bank of America and Goldman Sachs, Arthur opens up about the challenges of ambition, adapting across cultures, and learning to define success on his own terms. Listeners will gain insight into: How early mentorship and family values shaped Arthur's global outlook The realities of navigating investment banking and private equity interviews Lessons in resilience, personality, and authenticity in high-pressure careers Perfect for students, young professionals, and anyone redefining what success looks like in global finance and leadership.

From studying Business Data Science to landing a role in investment banking at Centerview Partners, this is my honest story of how I discovered my path, the mistakes I made, and what I wish every student knew before starting their career. In this video, I share how I transitioned from college to corporate life — the lessons I learned outside the classroom, why real-world experience matters, and how small opportunities can lead to big growth. Whether you're a university student, career changer, or just curious about finance and personal growth, this episode will give you insight, motivation, and practical steps to help you find your direction.

In this inspiring interview, Jonathan explains how he reinvented his career after the Army. Get real advice on networking, job searching, mindset, and using modern resources to accelerate your career.

Mark Newman has spent his career fixing broken systems. At just 20, he co-founded HireVue, a company that reimagined hiring through video interviews, scaling it into a platform used by millions worldwide before its acquisition by Carlyle Group. But it was his own experience in a hospital after the birth of his child that sparked his next fight—taking on the healthcare system. Today, as founder and CEO of Nomi Health, Mark is building a new operating system for healthcare, already touching over $100B in employer healthcare spend, serving millions of Americans, and proving costs can be cut in half without sacrificing care. In this conversation, Mark shares the grit of his early ventures, how Nomi scaled through the chaos of the pandemic, and why he believes employers—not insurers—hold the keys to healthcare reform. Make sure to check out Naomi Health at: https://www.nomihealth.com/   Check out my new book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4kRKGTX Sign up for Starting Small University to join our interviews LIVE and ask questions: https://startingsmallmedia.org/startingsmalluniversity Visit Starting Small Media: https://startingsmallmedia.org/ Subscribe to exclusive Starting Small emails: https://startingsmallmedia.org/newsletter-signup   Follow Starting Small: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingsmallpod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Startingsmallpod/?modal=admin_todo_tour LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/cameronnagle

In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch sits down with Mark Newman, founder of HireVue and current CEO of Nomi Health, to explore his entrepreneurial journey from creating one of the first video interviewing platforms to tackling the massive challenges of U.S. healthcare. Mark shares candid stories of building HireVue from a college project into a global company, navigating the highs and lows of venture capital, and learning the hard lessons that shaped his leadership.The conversation dives into the emotional realities of startup life, including the identity struggles entrepreneurs face after exiting a company, the critical role of resilience, and the importance of embracing both luck and foresight in business. Mark also unpacks the inspiration behind Nomi Health, a company rethinking healthcare by cutting out the middleman, lowering costs, and improving the experience for employers, providers, and families. With insights on risk tolerance, founder mindset, and the importance of systems thinking, this episode is a masterclass in entrepreneurship, innovation, and building enduring businesses.Whether you're a startup founder, CEO, or part of a team looking to innovate in tough industries, Mark's story offers actionable lessons on perseverance, business strategy, and making an impact.Don't miss an episode of Turning Point—subscribe, share, and keep learning from entrepreneurs who've built and scaled businesses against the odds. For more financial clarity and powerful cash flow forecasting tools to fuel your growth, visit Dryrun.com.#entrepreneurship #startupjourney #healthcareinnovation #foundermindset #businessgrowthListen on your favorite podcast network or at turningpoint.buzzsprout.comLearn more about Nomi Health at nomihealth.comConnect with Mark Newman at linkedin.com/in/marknewmanWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CDatIxChrH8Master the Future of Your Finances. From cash flow management to forecasting and scenario planning, see the impact of your decisions before you act. dryrun.com

Over 100 networking calls, skipped meals, and 12-hour days from 10AM to 10PM… This is the brutal reality of investment banking recruiting — and how Daniel pushed through to land Ducera NYC.

How do you go from zero experience to landing a Big Four corporate finance role — beating out 200+ other candidates for just one seat?

Mithun went from completing his Master's in Finance at the University of Sydney to landing an equity research role at CLSA—without any prior investment banking experience in India. In this episode, he shares: The game-changing difference between equity research and investment banking he learned firsthand How WSO Academy helped him understand the market, master pitch-building, and improve clarity in interviews WHAT IS WSO ACADEMY? It's a 12-week program to dramatically increase your odds of landing a 6-figure+ role in high finance... What's included?

Juan Pablo went from a late-start sophomore at UChicago to securing a coveted Private Banking summer analyst seat at JPMorgan in Miami. In this episode he reveals: How 50+ cold calls turned into warm referrals—and three Superdays The mock-interview routine inside WSO Academy that leveled up his technical & market questions fast Why targeted outreach (15 banks) beat the scatter-shot 50-application strategy Insider tips on speaking to directors with confidence, building a “precision hobby” resume, and turning econ coursework into market-moving insight If you're gunning for asset & wealth management, private banking, or any front-office role, Juan Pablo's playbook is pure gold. Watch, take notes, and start lining up your own calls. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

From managing construction sites in Ann Arbor to breaking into a real-estate private-equity shop—Chandler's detour pays off. After a non-target MBA at Georgia and zero on-campus finance recruiting, he leaned on WSO Academy for brutal coursework, mocked interviews and relentless networking. Hear how he leveraged a single phone call to land a full-time REPE internship, slashing MBA debt with a full ride and proving persistence beats pedigree. Perfect for career-switchers aiming at high-finance from unconventional backgrounds. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

With just three months left in his MEng at University College London, Alkin ditched an engineering track and sprinted into high-finance. Hear how he combined a last-minute PE internship, CFA Level I prep and WSO Academy's modeling + interview bootcamps to master derivatives, send laser-targeted cold emails and wow SocGen's X-Asset Solutions Sales team by nailing the only “impossible” technical of the day—earning the job on the spot. Perfect for late pivots who still want an elite markets seat. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

How do you pivot from a 2.8 first-year engineering GPA to winning a coveted Scotiabank investment-banking internship? Aditya Mishra breaks it all down—raising his GPA to 3.4, mastering Excel and DCFs with WSO Academy's courses, logging weekly coffee chats, and nailing super-day tech/behavioral rounds thanks to relentless mock interviews. Hear the strategies that turned a non-finance background into a Toronto IB success story. Perfect for STEM majors eyeing Wall Street (or Bay Street) without a traditional profile. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

From club rejections to a BMO Capital Markets investment-banking offer—Devin's grind is the blueprint. The Western University (Ivey) sophomore fired off 412 cold emails, converted 60 coffee chats, cracked 9 first-rounds and juggled 4 super-days in a single week to secure his dream 2026 IB internship. Hear how WSO Academy's resume overhaul, bootcamps and rapid-fire mock interviews super-charged his preparation and confidence. Perfect watch if you're targeting Toronto's Big Five or NYC banks and need a proven networking playbook. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

In this inspiring chat, Andrew shares his journey from multiple student club rejections at UCLA to landing a coveted investment banking offer at William Blair. Hear how he leveraged the WSO Academy, mock interviews, and cold email networking to turn things around — all while starting late in the recruiting cycle. From setbacks to success, Andrew's story is a must-watch for anyone aiming to break into finance. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

In this episode, Patrick Curtis, CEO of Wall Street Oasis, chats with Pranam—a standout student from BITS Pilani who transitioned from JP Morgan in India to a top-tier Quant Research role in the U.S. after completing his master's in Financial Mathematics at NYU Courant. Learn how he navigated recruiting struggles, leveraged WSO Academy to refine his resume and networking strategy, and landed a competitive role in a tough job market. Packed with insights for international students and aspiring quants, this is a must-watch! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Jonah's story is a testament to perseverance and continuous self-improvement. Born in London but raised across South Africa, India, and China, Jonah returned to the UK for university with a global mindset but limited finance experience. He now works in middle-market M&A across global sectors, gaining exposure to clients and investors early in his career. A fantastic story of how branding, grit, and networking—even from a semi-target—can pay off. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

From rural Ohio to a seat at Morgan Stanley, Aishik's story is one of determination, adaptability, and hustle. As an international student from India attending a small liberal arts college, Aishik faced a steep uphill climb—limited alumni network, a packed STEM schedule, and the need for visa sponsorship. But through WSO Academy, he ramped up his technical prep, scaled networking from 30 to over 150 calls, and landed three Superdays, ultimately securing a highly competitive offer at Morgan Stanley's Hedge Fund Services team.

Luca's journey from South Africa to breaking into M&A in London is a story of persistence and smart strategy. After studying accounting at Stellenbosch University, Luca moved to London to work as an auditor at BDO. Despite being told that transitioning from audit to investment banking was nearly impossible, he leveraged WSO Academy to revamp his approach, scale his networking, and land an M&A analyst role at PCB Partners.

SJ's story is one of resilience and reinvention. After being laid off from a family office private equity role, he leaned into the WSO Academy, ramped up his networking, refined his story, and pivoted into a top consulting role at Alvarez & Marsal. In this interview, SJ shares his non-traditional path from accounting at Brock University to Big 4 to private equity—and how he made his way back in during a tough market. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

From the Bay Area to breaking into investment banking—Adrian shares how he leveraged a gap year, transferred from Colgate to Georgetown, and used WSO Academy to land an offer at Wells Fargo. Hear about his early start in networking, internship hustle, and key decisions that shaped his finance journey. Whether you're at a non-target school or considering transferring, Adrian's story is packed with tips and insights to help you stand out. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Andrew took a bold risk — letting an exploding offer go in hopes of something better. And it paid off. In this episode, we chat with Andrew about how he leveraged WSO Academy starting his sophomore year at Case Western to land an investment banking internship at Deutsche Bank. Hear how he prepped with over a dozen mock interviews, handled a 30-hour-per-week PE internship, and navigated high-stakes SuperDays — including two in one day. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

From modern languages in Italy to a finance role at KPMG Ireland — Jack's journey is anything but traditional. In this candid and high-energy chat, Jack shares how he went from zero finance experience to landing a job in deal advisory at the Big 4. Learn how he leveraged WSO Academy's bootcamps, built a powerful networking engine (including a photo with the global CEO of KPMG!), and turned his authentic personality into a major asset. If you're coming from a non-target or non-finance background, this one's for you. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

From final round rejections to landing a coveted role at Goldman Sachs, Zachary's journey is a masterclass in resilience and preparation. Originally from the U.S. but studying Math & Stats at the University of Warwick, Zachary discovered quant trading through campus clubs and a Citadel Datathon. In this inspiring chat, he breaks down how WSO Academy helped him level up his interview game, polish his story, and stay mentally strong through a competitive recruiting process. If you're aiming for a quant or trading role, this is a must-watch. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Nicholas Lam's path to Morgan Stanley equity research is anything but typical. From culinary school to Ivy League — and now to high finance.

Tudor didn't even know what investment banking was until late sophomore year. By then, most students had already recruited and secured internships. But that didn't stop him. He used WSO Academy to stack multiple internships — from Big 4 roles in Romania to equity research and eventually, an investment banking internship in the U.S. In this chat, Tudor shares: How studying abroad at LSE sparked his finance interest The struggle of being a late starter from a non-target school How he overcame visa confusion and international challenges His exact strategy for networking, cold outreach, and internship stacking What finally helped him break into IB through an off-cycle boutique internship This is a must-watch if you're starting late or come from a non-target background. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Mark Newman about empowering leaders through clear and immediate impact. Mark Newman is the Founder and CEO of Nomi Health. In addition to Nomi, Mark is a prolific investor, advisor, board director and founder of HR tech, Healthcare and AI focused companies. Previously, Mark was founder and CEO of HireVue (acquired by the Carlyle Group in 2019) where he pioneered the development of video and artificial intelligence based assessment and interviewing platforms. Mark was recognized as a member of “30 Under 30” by Inc. Magazine, a LinkedIn Next Wave Leader, a Workforce Game Changer by Workforce Magazine, and has spoken at Universities and Industry events nationally and internationally. Mark earned a M.S. in Finance from the University of Utah and B.A. in International Business from Westminster College in Salt Lake City, Utah. Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network!

HireVue's team built its new Match and Apply chatbot by unifying the latest large language model technology with 20+ years of deep knowledge and experience. Designed for rapid deployment, Match and Apply leverages generative AI, engaging in a natural conversational dialogue that potential hires have come to expect as consumers. Instead of relying on keyword matching or scripted prompts, Match and Apply adaptively considers a candidate for all relevant roles while personalizing the experience to ensure no opportunity is missed.  https://hrtechfeed.com/new-hr-tech-from-hirevue-peoplefluent/ PeopleFluent, a market leader in workforce agility, integrated talent management, and learning solutions, today announced the newest addition to its product lineup: Stories. PeopleFluent Stories is an AI-powered skills enablement platform that assists organizations with upskilling and reskilling at scale, improving productivity, enhancing organizational agility, reducing hiring and training costs, and enabling cross-platform talent intelligence. https://hrtechfeed.com/new-hr-tech-from-hirevue-peoplefluent/ NEW YORK — Ropes, the AI-driven platform transforming how engineering talent is evaluated, announced today it has raised $3.1M in seed funding. The seed round, led by GSV Ventures with participation from Box Group, will accelerate the company's mission to bridge the gap between technical assessment and real-world performance. https://hrtechfeed.com/engineering-talent-skills-platform-raises-3-1-million/ LOS ANGELES — In a time marked by growing division, online extremism, and workplace uncertainty, a new report reveals an unsettling trend: misconduct is increasing—and much of it starts online. https://hrtechfeed.com/fama-online-threats-and-workplace-misconduct-are-on-the-rise/ SAN FRANCISCO — Marit Health today announced the launch of its community-powered, anonymous and verified salary sharing platform for physicians and advanced practice providers (APPs). Built by physicians and led by former Glassdoor and Transcarent executives, Marit offers free and real-time access to comprehensive compensation information, alongside schedule, shifts and benefits details, empowering clinicians to make more informed career decisions.   

In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, host Brian Thomas sits down with Mark Newman, co-founder and CEO of Nomi Health, to discuss his mission to transform America's healthcare system. Newman, a seasoned entrepreneur, previously founded HireVue, revolutionizing AI-driven talent assessment before shifting his focus to healthcare. He shares how his passion for human resources and business innovation led him to create a more transparent and direct healthcare experience, benefiting employers, providers, and patients alike. By cutting through industry inefficiencies, Nomi Health has helped organizations reduce healthcare costs by over 30% while ensuring faster provider payments and zero out-of-pocket costs for patients. Newman highlights the systemic issues plaguing U.S. healthcare, particularly the lack of price transparency and the inefficiency of provider payments. He argues that while technology—AI, machine learning, and digital tools—plays a crucial role in modernization, the real driver of change is the growing demand from consumers, employers, and HR leaders for a more accountable system. By leveraging data analytics and direct contracting models, Nomi Health aims to simplify transactions, eliminate unnecessary costs, and empower stakeholders to take control of their healthcare decisions. Tune in to the full episode to hear how Newman and his team are working to dismantle the barriers of traditional healthcare and pave the way for a more efficient, patient-centric future.

In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, host Brian Thomas sits down with Mark Newman, co-founder and CEO of Nomi Health, to discuss his mission to transform America's healthcare system. Newman, a seasoned entrepreneur, previously founded HireVue, revolutionizing AI-driven talent assessment before shifting his focus to healthcare. He shares how his passion for human resources and business innovation led him to create a more transparent and direct healthcare experience, benefiting employers, providers, and patients alike. By cutting through industry inefficiencies, Nomi Health has helped organizations reduce healthcare costs by over 30% while ensuring faster provider payments and zero out-of-pocket costs for patients.Newman highlights the systemic issues plaguing U.S. healthcare, particularly the lack of price transparency and the inefficiency of provider payments. He argues that while technology—AI, machine learning, and digital tools—plays a crucial role in modernization, the real driver of change is the growing demand from consumers, employers, and HR leaders for a more accountable system. By leveraging data analytics and direct contracting models, Nomi Health aims to simplify transactions, eliminate unnecessary costs, and empower stakeholders to take control of their healthcare decisions. Tune in to the full episode to hear how Newman and his team are working to dismantle the barriers of traditional healthcare and pave the way for a more efficient, patient-centric future.

How will AI shape the future of hiring from a candidate and company perspective? How can AI to help us assess skills and human potential in the hiring process? My guest on this episode is Lindsey Zuloaga, Chief Data Scientist, HireVueDuring our conversation Lindsey and I discuss: Why she calls herself a techno-realist and what that means.Why it is a misconception that AI, not humans make the final hiring decisionsHow evaluating and testing AI tools can prevent falling prey to overhyped, ineffective solutions.The potential of AI to remove traditional biases in the hiring process.How focusing on potential and assessing skills over past experience can transform hiring practices.Connecting with Lindsey: Connect with Lindsey Zuloaga on LinkedInEpisode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leadersHR Leader's Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career.

Hirevues have become the critical first round that can make or break your chance at a top-tier offer. We're diving deep into the must-know strategies to tackle these video interviews with confidence. From structuring standout answers to mastering the art of virtual presentation, we're covering everything you need to make it to the next round. Want help securing an offer from a top tier firm on Wall Street? Apply here: wallstmastermind.com/applyutm_source=podcastep291

**This conversation was recorded LIVE on the AmplifyME LinkedIn page**In this conversation, Ben Arnold an investment director at Schroders, shares his extensive experience in the finance industry, discussing the intricacies of the application process for internships and graduate roles. He emphasises the importance of quality over quantity in applications, effective research strategies, and the necessity of tailoring resumes. The discussion also covers the significance of collaboration, the role of qualifications like the CFA, and managing expectations in a competitive job market. A must-listen for those currently in the application process!(01:57) Introduction and Backgrounds(06:35) Navigating the Application Process(11:33) Understanding Wealth vs. Investment Management(17:29) Crafting Quality Applications(21:47) How to approach online tests(25:17) The Importance of Collaboration(27:54) Assessment Centre Insights(31:10) Is the CFA worth doing?(34:23) The Role of Qualifications in Career Advancement(38:56) Tips for HireVue(41:25) Managing Expectations and Career Paths(44:12) Transferring Skills from Sports to Finance(47:05) Dealing with pressure(49:05) Advice on career switching in early careers(50:56) Behaviour is paramount at all times(53:20) The ONE trait that stands out in applications Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.