Hiring a new analyst class may be routine for investment banks, but its importance should not be overlooked. Students that have a track record of academic success are in high demand and will have multiple offers for internships or analyst positions rolling in by the end of the semester. In such a competitive recruiting environment, […]
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4 steps for kicking off your first job search as a college senior
Searching for your first job out of college is as exciting as it is challenging. Between all your classes and extracurriculars, it’s more than likely finding a job will fall on the back burner. Regardless, it’s important to carve out some time each week, whether it’s ten minutes or ten hours, to kick off your hunt for your first job […]
Hiring stays steady in July jobs report
The July jobs report crushed expectations this morning with 255,000 jobs added to the U.S. economy. Wall Street projected an average 180,000 for the month of July, underestimating the total by 75,000 jobs. The report effectively silenced concerns about the poor performance of the labor market back in May and revisions to the June jobs report were […]
What these Wall Street executives look for while hiring
Every company is looking for qualified applicants with a top-tier education, and these Wall Street executives are no exception. After narrowing down the candidate pool by competence for the job, what are the intangible factors that these leaders look for in potential employees? Check out some snippets from our exclusive Open Door interview series to […]
Two-Part Interview with Lyon Polk Featured on Business Insider
Frank Lyon Polk III, Managing Director of The Polk Wealth Management Group, sat down with Skiddy von Stade for a two-part installment to the Open Door series, recently featured on Business Insider. In his interview, Lyon discusses the shifting trends in wealth management, from making money to preserving their capital to family wealth planning. Lyon […]