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The complete LBO guideThis comprehensive article covers the definition of an LBO, how it works, its benefits and the associated risks.Read the article Differences between Private Equity and Venture CapitalA comprehensive article to understand the similarities and differences in strategy, positioning, process…Read the article Interview with a Valuation ManagerTristan shares with us his background, experience and vision of the job in financial valuation within a Big 4.Read the article Interview with an M&A ManagerIn this interview, Walid shares his tips for joining an M&A boutique.Read the article How to find a job in Transaction Services?We show you how to finally pass the screenings and avoid receiving the automatic rejection email.Read the article Interview question on the IRRWhy consider both the CoC multiple and the IRR as indicators of investment performance?Read the article Should you start in M&A before working in Private Equity?We’ll explore the benefits of pursuing a career in Private Equity through M&A. Additionally, we will also examine other avenues for entering the PE industry.Read the article Why work in M&A (especially early in your career)?M&A analysts share the advantages and disadvantages of working in M&A early in your career.Read the article Interview question in Business ValuationDo you remember the Twix advertisement about the left Twix versus the right Twix? It could very well illustrate this interview question!Read the article Finance interview question with answerInterview question in corporate finance and accounting: Can a company have negative equity?Read the article The Transaction Services, Restructuring and Valuation guideLearn more about the 3 main departments of the consulting firmsRead the article Career path and advice from a Senior Transaction Services consultantThe interview of Thomas Christophe (Eight Advisory)Read the article What is an Evergreen Private Equity fund?This article digs into the specificities of Evergreen funds.Read the article How much does Private Equity pay?Overview of private equity salaries by grade, fund size, and location.Read the article How to get into a PE fund if you come from a “non-target” school?Our advice for strengthening your resume and applying effectivelyRead the article Advice from a private equity recruitment specialist on how to succeed in screeningsDiscover the backstage of PE recruitmentRead the article How to find a job in Private Equity?We give you our tips and resources to organize your job search in Private Equity and Venture Capital.Read the article Why should you join an investment fund?Diversity of assignments, responsibility, remuneration…Explore the advantages of a career in Private EquityRead the article Interview of an intern in PECareer path and interview preparation to join one of the most active funds in Europe.Read the article What is Dry Powder?Definition of Dry Powder in finance and impact on valuation levelsRead the article How do you explain the attraction of Private Equity funds for IPOs?Pros and cons of IPOs for PE fundsRead the article What is Private Equity?Definition and origins of private equity. Discover the economic interest of investment fundsRead the article Want more finance content?We post on LinkedIn every week, sharing plenty of content on corporate finance careers and interviews.