BouncyDumpling
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How should one prepare for interview with a VC firm ?

Please share your thoughts about what should one keep in mind while applying for a position of an analyst with a VC firm.

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JazzyPretzel
JazzyPretzel

Prepare the case method properly as people do for consulting interviews. Get really good at this. That’s the best advice I can give

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KPMG11mo

I have also heard about being ready with investment thesis. How important is that ? Should one be prepared for any sector or is it ok if master 1-2 sectors ?

JazzyPretzel
JazzyPretzel

Yes yes. That’s important too. Be ready for good argumentation for and against an investment

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