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Apr 2
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Episode 344: The TRUTH about Investment ...

WALL STREET MASTERMIND
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Ever wondered what investment bankers actually do? This podcast cuts through the myths and hype to break down the real job,. We’ll compare IB to real estate, walk through the daily grind (yes, a lot of PowerPoint), and expose the truth behind the infamous 100 hour workweek. Plus, we’ll reveal the one secret downside they don’t tell you about: the unpre ... Show More
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