# Wall Street Playbook

> Wall Street Playbook is the leading resource for breaking into investment banking, private equity, and hedge funds. Built by finance industry insiders with backgrounds at top PE firms, hedge funds, and investment banks (NYU Stern-educated). We provide tactical playbooks, resume services, interview frameworks, career guides, and a job board — all designed for candidates who want to land offers at elite finance firms.

## About

Wall Street Playbook was created by practitioners who recruited into private equity, hedge funds, and investment banking at the highest level. Every framework, template, and strategy is based on real recruiting cycles, real interviews, and real results — not theory. The founder has an NYU Stern background with experience in PE and hedge funds.

- URL: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/about
- Contact: support@wallstreetplaybook.org

## Premium Playbooks

Tactical guides for finance recruiting. Each playbook is based on materials that generated interview invitations from 30+ top-tier firms including Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, Lazard, Evercore, KKR, Blackstone, and more.

### Finance Technical Interview Guide
- URL: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/playbooks/finance-technical-interview-guide
- Price: $79
- 80-page, 8-chapter technical mastery guide with 300+ questions across 8 core topics. Every concept tagged by interview frequency, with detailed Q&A and red flag warnings. 2026 Edition.
- Key contents: Chapter 1: Accounting Fundamentals — Three financial statements deep dive, how statements link together, working capital & cash flow dynamics, depreciation/CapEx/D&A, 25+ must-know accounting questions with full walk-throughs; Chapter 2: Enterprise Value & Equity Value — The core EV/equity distinction, bridge formula deep dive, matching multiples correctly, common mistakes & pitfalls, must-know EV questions; Chapter 3: Valuation & DCF Analysis — Six-step DCF framework, unlevered free cash flow, terminal value methods (perpetuity growth + exit multiple), WACC & cost of capital, sensitivity analysis

### 2026 PE Recruiting Playbook
- URL: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/playbooks/pe-recruiting-playbook
- Price: $67
- The definitive 42-page, 15-chapter guide to PE recruiting. Timelines, headhunters, technicals, compensation data, and contrarian insights that go beyond conventional wisdom.
- Key contents: Chapter 1: 2026 Market Landscape — Recruiting timeline forecast, market structure analysis, on-cycle vs. off-cycle dynamics, and how the 2026 cycle differs from prior years; Chapter 2: The Headhunter Ecosystem — The 7 firms that control PE access (CPI, Henkel, SG Partners, Ratio, Amity, DSP, Oxbridge), their specialties, and how to approach each; Chapter 3: Bank-to-Fund Pipeline — Which banks and groups place into which funds, placement data by group, and how to position yourself within your bank's pipeline

### Networking & Cold Email Playbook
- URL: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/playbooks/networking-cold-email-playbook
- Price: $47
- 47-page, 8-chapter networking system with 13 proven email templates, 30 informational interview questions, and segment-specific strategies for IB, PE, HF, and asset management.
- Key contents: Chapter 1: Cold Email Strategy — 5 subject line formulas, the 5-sentence framework, 13 proven email templates by scenario, the 10 mistakes that get you blacklisted, optimal follow-up cadence; Chapter 2: LinkedIn Strategy — Profile optimization for finance, 2-step outreach method (50% acceptance rate), Google X-Ray search techniques, 7 LinkedIn behaviors that turn off professionals; Chapter 3: Informational Interview Mastery — 30 sophisticated questions by call phase, minute-by-minute 25-min call structure, converting interviews to referrals via the Mini-Ask and Real Ask

### Behavioral Interview Guide
- URL: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/playbooks/behavioral-interview-guide
- Price: $47
- 41-page, 9-chapter behavioral mastery system. All 50 questions psychologically reverse-engineered with hidden objectives, a classification matrix mapping to 6 screening dimensions, the CARL+ framework, 7-story bank system, and firm-specific patterns for GS, JPM, MS, and elite boutiques. 2026 Edition.
- Key contents: Introduction: The Hidden Interview — The 7 traits interviewers actually screen for (tedium tolerance, deference to hierarchy, coachability, social calibration, emotional resilience, low-maintenance, intellectual curiosity) and the 8 fears driving every question; Chapter 1: The 50 Most Common Behavioral Questions — Frequency-ranked from ~95% to niche curveballs, organized into 5 tiers with firm-specific attribution and frequency data; Chapter 2: The 12 Universal Questions — Deep Analysis — Hidden objective, risk being priced, strong vs. weak signals, framework, and red flags for each core question

### Ultimate Finance Interview Guide
- URL: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/playbooks/ultimate-finance-interview-guide
- Price: $129
- 130-page, 21-chapter all-in-one guide. Complete technical prep (accounting, EV, DCF, comps, M&A, LBOs, brain teasers, market knowledge) + full behavioral system (50 questions, CARL+ framework, classification matrix, firm-specific patterns) + networking templates, compensation data, and superday survival tactics. 2026 Edition.
- Key contents: Introduction: How to Use This Guide — Interview frequency tags, dual-format answers, the 2026 recruiting landscape, AI impact on banking, ESG trends, updated compensation; Chapter 1: Accounting Fundamentals — Three financial statements, how they link, working capital deep dive, build-a-business step-by-step, 25+ must-know questions; Chapter 2: Enterprise Value & Equity Value — Core distinction, bridge formula, diluted shares & treasury stock method, matching multiples, 15+ must-know questions

## Resume Services

Professional resume review and full rewrite services for investment banking, private equity, and hedge fund recruiting. 100% money-back guarantee, 48-hour turnaround.

- Resume Review ($97): Line-by-line markup with IB-specific formatting, bullet optimization, and positioning strategy
- Full Resume Rewrite ($197): Complete rebuild from scratch with professional formatting, quant-driven bullets, and IB/PE positioning
- URL: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/resume-services

### Specialized Resume Pages
- Finance Resume Review: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/finance-resume-review
- Investment Banking Resume Review: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/investment-banking-resume-review
- Investment Banking Resume Guide: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/investment-banking-resume
- Private Equity Resume: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/private-equity-resume
- Hedge Fund Resume: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/hedge-fund-resume
- Non-Target Resume: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/non-target-resume
- Consulting to Banking Resume: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/consulting-to-banking-resume
- MBA Resume Review: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/mba-resume-review
- Financial Advisor Resume: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/financial-advisor-resume
- FP&A Resume: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/fpa-resume
- Asset Management Resume: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/asset-management-resume
- Fintech Resume: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/fintech-resume
- Credit Analyst Resume: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/credit-analyst-resume
- Equity Research Resume: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/equity-research-resume
- Venture Capital Resume: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/venture-capital-resume

## Interview Preparation Guides

Comprehensive, free guides for technical and behavioral interview preparation across all major finance verticals.

### Technical Interview Guides
- IB Technical Interview Guide 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/ib-technical-interview-2026
- DCF Interview Questions 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/dcf-interview-questions-2026
- M&A Interview Questions 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/ma-interview-questions-2026
- LBO Interview Questions 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/lbo-interview-questions-2026
- Accounting Interview Questions for Finance: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/accounting-interview-questions-finance
- Valuation Methods in Investment Banking: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/valuation-methods-investment-banking
- IB Technical Cheat Sheet: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/ib-technical-cheat-sheet
- Paper LBO Template: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/paper-lbo-template

### Interview Prep Hub Pages
- Investment Banking Interview Prep: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/investment-banking-interview-prep
- Hedge Fund Interview Prep: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/hedge-fund-interview-prep
- PE Interview Prep 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/pe-interview-prep-2026

## Recruiting Guides

In-depth guides covering the recruiting landscape, timelines, and strategies for 2026.

- Investment Banking Recruiting 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/investment-banking-recruiting-2026
- Private Equity Recruiting: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/private-equity-recruiting
- Private Equity Recruiting 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/private-equity-recruiting-2026
- PE Career Path 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/pe-career-path-2026
- PE Compensation 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/pe-compensation-2026
- PE Headhunters 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/pe-headhunters-2026
- Non-Target to PE: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/non-target-to-pe
- Finance Salary 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/finance-salary-2026
- Finance Career Guide: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/finance-career-guide

## Networking & Cold Email Resources

- Cold Email Templates for Investment Banking: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/cold-email-templates-investment-banking
- Cold Email Checklist: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/cold-email-checklist
- Networking for Non-Target Students 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/networking-non-target-students-2026
- Informational Interview Questions for Banking: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/informational-interview-questions-banking
- Finance Networking Playbook 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/finance-networking-playbook-2026

## Technical Modeling Guides

- LBO Modeling Guide: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/lbo-modeling-guide
- DCF Model Guide: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/dcf-model-guide

## Career Situation Guides

Targeted guides for candidates in specific career situations.

- Non-Target to Investment Banking: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/non-target-investment-banking
- Low GPA Finance Jobs: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/low-gpa-finance-jobs
- Career Change to Finance at 30: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/career-change-finance-30
- Military to Finance: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/military-to-finance
- Engineer to Finance: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/engineer-to-finance
- Liberal Arts to Finance Jobs: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/liberal-arts-finance-jobs
- Back Office to Front Office: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/back-office-to-front-office
- Failed IB Recruiting — What Next: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/failed-ib-recruiting

## Finance Jobs Board

Live job board with entry-level and junior finance positions across investment banking, private equity, hedge funds, and more. Updated every 12 hours.

- URL: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/jobs

## Blog

Free guides covering IB technicals, PE recruiting timelines, networking scripts, salary data, and career strategies. Written by practitioners.

- Blog index: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog
- 13 Cold Email Templates That Get Bankers to Respond: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/cold-email-templates-that-get-bankers-to-respond
- How Finance Jobs Are Actually Filled in 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/how-finance-jobs-are-actually-filled-2026
- 30 Informational Interview Questions That Impress Bankers: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/informational-interview-questions-investment-banking
- Breaking Into Wall Street as an Asian Candidate: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/asian-candidates-breaking-into-wall-street
- Bulge Bracket Investment Banking Salary 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/bulge-bracket-investment-banking-salary-2026
- Elite Boutique Investment Banking Salary 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/elite-boutique-investment-banking-salary-2026
- Investment Banking in Hong Kong & Singapore 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/investment-banking-hong-kong-singapore-2026
- Investment Banking Superday Guide 2027: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/investment-banking-superday-guide-2027
- Middle Market Investment Banking Salary 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/middle-market-investment-banking-salary-2026
- Non-Target to Summer 2027 Analyst: The Complete Playbook: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/non-target-to-summer-analyst-2027
- 2027 Summer Analyst Recruiting Timeline: Complete Guide: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/summer-analyst-recruiting-timeline-2027
- Target Schools for Investment Banking in Asia 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/target-schools-asia-investment-banking
- How the 3 Financial Statements Are Linked (Examples): https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/how-three-financial-statements-linked
- PE Case Study Examples 2026: What Top Funds Ask: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/pe-case-study-examples-2026
- PE Compensation 2026: What Associates Actually Make: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/pe-compensation-2026
- 12 IB Accounting Interview Questions (With Answers): https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/accounting-interview-questions-investment-banking
- Enterprise Value vs. Equity Value: The Complete Guide: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/enterprise-value-vs-equity-value-explained
- Non-Target Networking: The 100-Email Strategy That Works: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/networking-mastery-non-target-students
- 7 PE Headhunters That Control Megafund Access 2026: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/pe-headhunter-landscape-2026
- Boutique Banks: The Stepping Stone to Bulge Brackets: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/boutique-banks-stepping-stone-bulge-bracket
- Walk Me Through a DCF: The Perfect Interview Answer: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/walk-me-through-dcf-perfect-answer
- Walk Me Through Your Resume: The IB Interview Guide: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/walk-me-through-your-resume-interview-guide
- Finance Certifications That Matter for Non-Target Students: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/finance-certifications-non-target-students
- WACC Explained Simply for Finance Interviews: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/wacc-explained-simply-finance-interviews
- Big 4 to Investment Banking: Complete Lateral Guide: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/big-4-to-investment-banking-lateral-guide
- Non-Target to Investment Banking: 2026 Playbook: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/non-target-to-investment-banking-complete-playbook
- Trading Comps vs. Precedent Transactions: Complete Guide: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/trading-comps-vs-precedent-transactions
- Accretion Dilution Analysis: M&A Interview Guide: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/accretion-dilution-analysis-explained
- Building Your Finance Profile Without Campus Recruiting: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/building-finance-profile-without-campus-recruiting
- PE On-Cycle Recruiting 2026: Prep Guide & Timeline: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/pe-on-cycle-timeline-2026
- When Does PE Recruiting Start in 2026? Full Timeline: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/when-does-pe-recruiting-start-2026
- 100 Investment Banking Interview Questions & Answers: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/100-investment-banking-technical-questions
- LBO Model Walkthrough: The 5-Step Framework: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/lbo-model-walkthrough-5-steps
- Can You Get Into Investment Banking With a Low GPA? (3.0, 3.2, 3.5): https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/can-you-get-into-investment-banking-with-a-low-gpa
- Is It Too Late to Get Into Investment Banking? (By Age and Stage): https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/is-it-too-late-to-get-into-investment-banking
- How to Answer 'Why Investment Banking?' (With Examples That Actually Work): https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/how-to-answer-why-investment-banking-interview-question
- Paper LBO: Step-by-Step Example with Template: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/paper-lbo-step-by-step-example
- Private Equity Recruiting Timeline 2026: On-Cycle, Off-Cycle, and What to Expect: https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/private-equity-recruiting-timeline-2026
- How to Cold Email Investment Bankers (Templates That Actually Get Replies): https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/how-to-cold-email-investment-bankers
- Walk Me Through a DCF: The Perfect Interview Answer (Step-by-Step): https://wallstreetplaybook.org/blog/walk-me-through-a-dcf-interview-question

## Key Facts

- Founded by: NYU Stern-educated finance professional with PE and hedge fund experience
- Focus: Investment banking, private equity, and hedge fund recruiting preparation
- Differentiation: Built by practitioners who broke in, not career coaches. Real interview data, frequency-tagged questions, and proven templates
- Track record: Materials generated 30+ top-tier firm interview invitations (Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, KKR, Blackstone, etc.)
- Guarantee: 100% money-back guarantee on all products
- Free content: 30+ blog articles, career guides, and technical resources — all completely free
- Audience: Finance candidates — undergrads, MBA students, career switchers, non-target students, laterals from Big 4 and consulting

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