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Aug 2022
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Episode 212: Tell Me About Your Performa...

WALL STREET MASTERMIND
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If you just wrapped up your summer internship and are currently interviewing with another firm, chances are very good that your interviewers is going to ask you about the details of your performance review. Knowing how to answer this question is important - because you need to strike a balance between giving an honest and fair assessment, without saying any ... Show More
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