The Wall Street Skinny
This podcast is a smart and entertaining peek into the world of investment banking, sales & trading, private equity, hedge funds and more. Hosted by two lifelong friends with a passion for teaching, and over two decades of experience on Wall Street. Discover the basics, ranging from “what is investment banking?” to “what moves markets?". Learn about different roles and exit opportunities, and get tips on how to land the job. Our mission is to make the world of Wall Street accessible to everyone, while keeping things relatable and fun.
Whether your goal is to work on Wall Street, or if you have NO idea what any of those things are and just want to learn some basics, this podcast is for you.
The Wall Street Skinny
128. The Best Kept Secret About Career Success with Valentina Savelyeva
In this exciting New Year's episode, Jen and Kristen kick off 2025 with a fresh perspective on achieving career and personal goals. The hosts are joined by Valentina Savelyeva, a former investment banker and top life and career coach, to dive deep into practical strategies and mindset shifts essential for long-term success. Valentina shares her journey from Soviet Russia to Investment banking at JPMorgan to becoming a best-selling author and how setting aligned goals can transform your life.
Listeners will gain insights into the importance of identifying core values, setting realistic goals, and overcoming mental barriers. The episode highlights tangible tools like creating an 'ideal scene' and utilizing the power of the reticular activating system (RAS) to manifest desired outcomes. The conversation also touches upon the science behind mindset work, making this episode a blend of inspiration and practical advice.
Whether you’re a student, early in your career, or a seasoned professional, this episode offers valuable tips on aligning your career aspirations with personal fulfillment. Tune in to discover how to harness your unique strengths, tackle procrastination, and design a career path that brings you joy and success. Don't miss out on actionable insights that can help you make 2025 your best year yet!
Valentina Savelyeva knows what it takes to thrive in the competitive world of corporate finance. A graduate of UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business, Valentina launched her career as an investment banking analyst at JPMorgan’s prestigious Technology, Media, and Telecom group—an opportunity that sparked her passion for empowering others to unlock their potential and achieve their career goals.
But Valentina's journey didn’t start in corporate boardrooms—she immigrated to the U.S. from post-Soviet Russia with limited resources but boundless ambition. Through sheer determination, a positive mindset, and relentless grit, she over
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