Interview prep

From the inside

Reasons that work in interviews

2 reasons for Capital Canada

At this size the interviewer is usually a founding partner, so a reason assembled from the firm’s homepage will not survive. Build the answer from four things instead, in order: one named transaction from their tombstones and what you found interesting about it; who you would report to, and what you want to learn from them specifically; why small, in your own words, tied to something you have actually done; and why this sector or region, if the firm has one.

1. 1

   Long-established Toronto mid-market advisory, where longevity in a category with high attrition is itself worth noting.

2. 2

   Confirm current partners, team size and recent mandates before building the answer.