The Coffee Chat Podcast
Recent Podcast Episodes:
Securing Highly Competitive Internships and Earning Return Offers
Ben chats with Sante about securing a sophomore-year investment banking internship at Bank of America, plus how he earned a return offer. He shares advice on preparation, technical skills, and taking ownership of your career development.
Episode 43 | March 2, 2026
How a Liberal Arts Student Landed an Investment Banking Internship
If you are a liberal arts student wondering whether investment banking is realistic, this conversation is worth your time.
Episode 42 | February 16, 2026
The Truth About Recruiting from Non-Target Schools
Recruiting from a non-target school isn’t about standing out on paper; it’s about building focus, earning advocacy, and showing banks you’re worth the investment.
Episode 41 | February 2, 2026
The Hard Lessons of a Career in Investment Banking
Christian shares stories from early deal experience, navigating high-pressure moments, and the importance of communication and attitude. This episode is perfect for students preparing for finance recruiting or interested in banking, PE, or financial modeling.
Episode 40 | January 19, 2026
Breaking Into Banking, Private Equity & Corporate Development
Ben interviews Jay, a Michigan State graduate who successfully broke into investment banking, transitioned to private equity, and now leads M&A in corporate development at Paraggo.
Episode 39 | January 5, 2026
Expert Resume Strategies for Breaking Into Investment Banking
In this episode, Ben is joined by finance recruiting expert Stephanie Hockman, who has reviewed or rewritten over 5,000 resumes during her 35-year career. Together, they break down the essential resume strategies every aspiring investment banker needs to know.
Episode 38 | December 22, 2025
How to Master “Tell Me About Yourself” in Finance Interviews
Drawing from 35 years of industry experience, Stephanie shares practical tactics (reflection exercises, structural frameworks, and key pitfalls) to help candidates differentiate themselves in competitive finance interviews.
Episode 37 | December 15, 2025
How to Network Your Way Into Finance (Even as a Freshman)
From building authentic relationships to asking the right questions, this episode is your guide to mastering one of the most important skills in finance recruiting.
Episode 36 | December 8, 2025
How to Prepare for Technical Interviews in Finance (Beginner to Advanced)
From program design to the power of hands-on learning, Stephanie shares insights on what truly helps students stand out and how universities can elevate students’ technical preparation for finance recruiting.
Episode 35 | December 1, 2025
Navigating HireVue with Expert Insights
Explore how tools like HireVue have changed the game, and what students can do to stand out in a world where interviews are evaluated by algorithms.
Episode 34 | November 24, 2025
How One Student Built a Selective Finance Club at Cornell
When Cornell senior Ben Gleman was rejected from eight finance clubs, he built his own. In this episode, Ben shares how he founded Banking at Cornell.
Episode 33 | November 17, 2025
The Freshman Finance Academy: Building Future Finance Leaders from Day One
Adventis chats with Dalton Kahl from the University of South Carolina about the Freshman Finance Academy, a selective program that helps first-year students build technical, networking, and leadership skills.
Episode 32 | November 11, 2025
How a Student-Athlete Co-Founded the Ivy Investment Banking Initiative at Iowa State
When Iowa State football player Ty Claiborne lost a stock pitch competition, he turned that moment into the spark that launched the Ivy Investment Banking Initiative.
Episode 31 | November 3, 2025
The Exact Playbook Used to Land Top Finance Internships
Learn how Dimitri leveraged networking, case competitions, and the Adventis FMC® Program to turn early curiosity into career success.
Episode 30 | October 27, 2025
What I Wish I Knew Before Starting My Career in Finance
With years of experience across Chicago, London, and Paris, plus a year-long solo trip around the globe, Brian reflects on what he wishes he had known before beginning his career in finance
Episode 28 | September 29, 2025
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Join student leaders, faculty, finance professionals, and Adventis-certified students as they share insights on recruiting, interviews, career development, and industry trends. Whether you're a freshman exploring your path or gearing up for summer internships, each episode offers practical advice to help you get ahead.
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