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Sales & Trading Product Knowledge Quiz
A targeted quiz to test core Sales & Trading product knowledge and prepare for technical interviews.
Ace Your S&T Interview: Technicals, Brainteasers, and Market Questions
Ace Your S&T Interview Guide is the no-fluff prep manual for candidates who want to stand out in Sales & Trading interviews. It combines the technical knowledge firms expect with the market judgment, communication style, and fast-thinking problem solving that actually win offers. Whether you need to tighten your stock pitch, master rates and valuation, or get sharper on interview-style brainteasers, this guide is designed to help you perform with confidence and edge.
Crafting Your Sales & Trading Pitch
A brief guide to delivering a clear, confident Sales & Trading interview pitch.
Other Careers in Finance Panel
Discover the range of career opportunities within and beyond private equity in this insightful panel discussion. Hear from professionals in investor relations, portfolio operations, fundraising, corporate development, and more as they share their career paths, daily responsibilities, and strategies for success. You’ll learn how to position yourself for these roles, the skills PE firms value most, and how to navigate your career in the broader private equity ecosystem. Meet your hosts: Nicolas D. - Former Equity Research Associate @ Jefferies Mariana A. - Current Sales & Trading Associate @ Morgan Stanley Devanshi M. - Corporate Finance Lead @ Nextdoor
Guide to Sales & Trading Recruiting
S&T Interview Prep: Bond Market Fundamentals
A review of bond market fundamentals, covering key concepts and resources to build a strong fixed income foundation.
Introduction to Careers and Recruiting in Capital Markets and Sales & Trading
Curious about careers in Capital Markets and Sales & Trading? In this session, you’ll get a clear overview of what these roles actually involve, how they differ, and what it takes to succeed in each. We’ll also break down the recruiting process, including the skills and qualities firms are looking for, and how you can start preparing now to stand out in interviews. The session will be led by Ryan T., a Leland coach with first-hand experience in investment banking and capital markets, as well as extensive involvement in training and recruiting. He’ll share practical insights on navigating these competitive paths and help you build a roadmap to land your first role in the industry.
How S&T Fits into a Bank
Learn the core function of Sales & Trading and how it powers a global investment bank's success.
Sales & Trading Interview Prep
A concise guide to help you sharpen your pitch, talk markets confidently, and stand out in Sales & Trading interviews.
S&T Interview Prep: Key Options Terms & Payoffs
A clear overview of key options terms and payoffs, designed to build intuition and strengthen your derivatives foundation.
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.
Comparing S&T to Investment Banking, Consulting, and Asset Management
A breakdown on how S&T differs from other finance career paths in pay, hours, required skills, and long-term exit paths.
S&T Terms Glossary
Master the 20 most critical Sales & Trading terms used on the trading floor every day.
Resume Example: Goldman Sachs Offer
Check out this resume from a Leland customer who got a Goldman Sachs offer.
How Different Firms Compete in Markets
Deep dive into the strategies, risk profiles, and unique advantages that separate bulge bracket banks from elite boutiques.
Recruiting Stories from Recent Analysts
Candid accounts of what worked (and what failed) in real S&T interviews, networking, and offer negotiation processes.
How Market News Becomes A Trade Idea
Learn how elite traders go from headline to execution, generating actionable, profitable ideas in minutes.
S&T Overview of Desks
From Fixed Income to Equities, see a quick breakdown of every major Sales & Trading desk and which is right for your skills.
Day in the Life of S&T
A candid look at the intense hours, essential prep, and real-time decision-making of a top-tier Sales & Trader.
Sales & Trading-Specific Tips
Advanced, S&T-only advice on technical questions, market knowledge, and desk-specific behavior that lands the offer.
