Leland+ for Capital Markets & Trading

S&T Key Skills

Understand the core analytical and psychological skills you need to thrive and get promoted on the desk.

Life as a First Year Analyst

Survive your first year. Learn the essential day-to-day tasks, how to manage expectations, and the best way to prove your value quickly.

S&T Resume and Cover Letter Tips

Learn exactly how to tailor your experience and skills to get noticed by S&T desks, not just general finance HR.

Recruiting Stories from Recent Analysts

Candid accounts of what worked (and what failed) in real S&T interviews, networking, and offer negotiation processes.

Inside the Trading Floor

Peek behind the curtain to understand the tech, the structure, and the high-stakes culture of a major bank's trading room.

Recruiting Timeline (Undergrad & Masters – Sales & Trading Focus)

Detailed schedules for both college and graduate students outlining when banks recruit and how to manage the application cycles.

Sales & Trading-Specific Tips

Advanced, S&T-only advice on technical questions, market knowledge, and desk-specific behavior that lands the offer.

Pros and Cons of a Sales & Trading Career

Get the unvarnished truth on the compensation, exit opportunities, and intense demands before you commit to S&T.

S&T Recruiting Timeline

Don't miss the deadline. Get the critical month-by-month breakdown of when to apply for internships and full-time S&T roles.

How Market News Becomes A Trade Idea

Learn how elite traders go from headline to execution, generating actionable, profitable ideas in minutes.

Real Stories from S&T - Candid Perspectives (Lifestyle, Pressure, Culture)

An experienced trader discusses the high-pressure environment, the true lifestyle, and the unspoken rules of the trading floor culture.

Career Paths Beyond the Desk

Explore the lucrative and rewarding exit opportunities for S&T professionals, including hedge funds, private equity, and fintech.