Interview: 1. Read the WSJ every day. One article on macro economics, one on an especific company transaction, one on the op ed page. 2. Get familiar with the 3 financial statements. 3. Get the interviewer to talk about themself. 4. Ask open ended questions. 7:02 Keeping the job: 1. Find a role model. Whoever is the best. 2. Make it clear that you have no ego. No task is beneath you. 3. Take notes. It conveys seriousness, shows the importance you assign to the topic, gives confidence that you are not going to forget. Recap the meeting at the end. 4. Work hard. 5. First impressions die hard. Be very responsive, especially early on. 6. Never stop learning. 14:04 How to excell: 1. Give your client advise that is the best for them, even (and more so) if it's contrary to your interest. 2. Take a position. (Assume the responsability on the matter) 3. Embrace and relish in adversity. 4. Master discipline. 5. Excell on the merits. 6. Never, ever, give up. Don't take no for an answer.
Look how prepared he was. He learnt by heart the structure of the presentation with no slides at all. 4 key topics, each one had a certain amount of advices. Amazing brain, you can clearly see what Leadership means here. He is like a military General.
I wish my lectures in college were this good. Clear, succinct, and actually valuable content from someone that has a wealth of knowledge and experience.
I'm not and never going into investment banking. But my God I learned enough from this talk that I could apply to any business career. And it's more helpful than trying to get career advice at most undergraduate business programs. Jim Donovan's advice can be for anyone who wants to start learning business or be better at it.
Jim Donovan gives incredible lectures! My only wish is that we had more of them. I’ve watched all of them so far and have learned a lot, keep ‘em comin!!
I've been waiting for a long time for a continuation of Jim Donovan's videos!! Everyone should check out his lectures "Secrets to Optimal Client Service" , "Are You Destined to Deal?" and "Managing Client Relationships ". Thanks to the University of Virginia School of Law for posting this!
Love the bullet points he provides to navigate through not just a career in banking but in life as well. You don’t need tips on how to enjoy vacations or spend your money, like Bruce Lee said, don’t pray for an easy life, pray for the strength to endure a difficult one. In this case, Jim gives us the tools to navigate through a difficult but rewarding path.
Investment bankers at GS keep a relatively low profile - Thank you, Jim Donovan for taking time to drop absolute gems. No matter your career pursuit you can find a way to apply these practices to your path for success.
Extremely grateful Jim Donovan is willing to share his immense amount of wisdom and knowledge with all of us. Timeless and incredible advice for people of all professions to follow. Thank you Jim for dedicating so much to your craft and passing down to others what you learned along the way. Very grateful to hear your talks.
One of the most concise, informative, insightful, and encouraging videos I’ve ever seen. Applicable to all business jobs and many aspect of life. Thank you Mr. Donovan!
I'm not even an investment banker or even remotely in that industry. I'm a structural engineer. But the way Jim talks really motivates me and I think a lot of what he says transfers to all jobs
Not in the investment banking world, but this is absolutely fantastic advice for young people starting work, and even me being 10 years into advertising!
Not sure why the algorithm suggested this video for me. I admire hard work. I admire initiative. I admire selflessness. This guy certainly has an impressive resume. I wonder though, if/when he looks back on his life, would the sacrifices that he made have been worth it.
I used to look around at management committee meetings and think, “If we were to go to war, who would I want to be our leader”. Jim Donovan would definitely get my vote.
I had problem comprehending trading in general. I tried watching other TH-cam trading channels, but they made the concepts more complicated. I was almost giving up until when i discovered content and explain everything in detail. The videos are easy to follow
Jim Donovan is vice chairman of global client coverage at Goldman Sachs, where he is responsible for advising many of the firm’s largest corporate and individual clients.
Anything with fierce competition will be difficult to succeed in. that really can apply to sports and other sectors as well. My favorite observation is F1 drivers. There are only 20 drivers in the whole world that will actively be behind the wheel of an F1 car… think about that for a sec. There are billions of people on the planet but only 20 get the opportunity.. if that isn’t fierce competition idk what is. being great at your craft is the greatest equalizer imo. love the video!
Is there the same style of video for jobs in trading room ? I mean, with speakers as experienced as Jim Donovan in this field ? (Even if most of Jim Donovan’advices are also applicable for jobs in trading rooms)
UVA is very good at teaching students how to look professional. Wish he actually goes into how to make good use of the notes, for example, on the more concrete level.
Hello everyone. In the three first must-have habits before the interview that he stated, I didn't understand well the pronunciation of the third one: ''one article of the '', please can anyone help me with the right pronunciation?
Firstly, I would like to congratulate the University of Virginia for this opportunity to provide this excellent Seminar on banking investment. What Is Investment Banking? Investment banking is a type of banking that organizes large, complex financial transactions such as mergers or initial public offering (IPO) underwriting. These banks may raise money for companies in a variety of ways, including underwriting the issuance of new securities for a corporation, municipality, or other institution. They may manage a corporation's IPO. Investment banks also provide advice in mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations.
This guy has never used a filler word in his life
Yes, it s weird no?
One concise fella
Interview:
1. Read the WSJ every day. One article on macro economics, one on an especific company transaction, one on the op ed page.
2. Get familiar with the 3 financial statements.
3. Get the interviewer to talk about themself.
4. Ask open ended questions.
7:02 Keeping the job:
1. Find a role model. Whoever is the best.
2. Make it clear that you have no ego. No task is beneath you.
3. Take notes. It conveys seriousness, shows the importance you assign to the topic, gives confidence that you are not going to forget. Recap the meeting at the end.
4. Work hard.
5. First impressions die hard. Be very responsive, especially early on.
6. Never stop learning.
14:04 How to excell:
1. Give your client advise that is the best for them, even (and more so) if it's contrary to your interest.
2. Take a position. (Assume the responsability on the matter)
3. Embrace and relish in adversity.
4. Master discipline.
5. Excell on the merits.
6. Never, ever, give up. Don't take no for an answer.
Please post way more Jim Donovan lectures and speeches!
Yes! Simply the best professional!
That guy is terrifying yet the best motivational speaker I've ever seen lol Some tough love, really makes you want to go get your shit together
I agree! As a young law student, this man has given me more meaningful advice than most of my professors.
is he a guest lecturer? he seems to be talking about similar materials in a couple other youtube videos of him a few years ago.
but the guy def knows what he's talking about, i learn something new every time i watch him talk.
Look how prepared he was. He learnt by heart the structure of the presentation with no slides at all. 4 key topics, each one had a certain amount of advices. Amazing brain, you can clearly see what Leadership means here. He is like a military General.
I wish my lectures in college were this good. Clear, succinct, and actually valuable content from someone that has a wealth of knowledge and experience.
Jim Donovan seems like the type of guy to have a business card with subtle off-white coloring and tasteful thickness.
This guy never has a problem getting into Dorsia.
I am not an investment banker, but his lectures on the industry and work ethics has been revolutionary in looking at client relationships for me.
I'm not and never going into investment banking. But my God I learned enough from this talk that I could apply to any business career. And it's more helpful than trying to get career advice at most undergraduate business programs. Jim Donovan's advice can be for anyone who wants to start learning business or be better at it.
Jim Donovan gives incredible lectures! My only wish is that we had more of them. I’ve watched all of them so far and have learned a lot, keep ‘em comin!!
Jim is a hitter. I can tell that this is another classic, definitely saving it.
I've been waiting for a long time for a continuation of Jim Donovan's videos!! Everyone should check out his lectures "Secrets to Optimal Client Service" , "Are You Destined to Deal?" and "Managing Client Relationships ".
Thanks to the University of Virginia School of Law for posting this!
Love the bullet points he provides to navigate through not just a career in banking but in life as well. You don’t need tips on how to enjoy vacations or spend your money, like Bruce Lee said, don’t pray for an easy life, pray for the strength to endure a difficult one. In this case, Jim gives us the tools to navigate through a difficult but rewarding path.
After this video I subscriped the WSJ Newsletter.
Investment bankers at GS keep a relatively low profile - Thank you, Jim Donovan for taking time to drop absolute gems. No matter your career pursuit you can find a way to apply these practices to your path for success.
How many years have you been at GS
Extremely grateful Jim Donovan is willing to share his immense amount of wisdom and knowledge with all of us. Timeless and incredible advice for people of all professions to follow.
Thank you Jim for dedicating so much to your craft and passing down to others what you learned along the way. Very grateful to hear your talks.
One of the finest videos on TH-cam. Best 19 mins of Advice.
This guy is legendary! You guys need to make him the face of your Law and Finance curriculum at UV!
Every speech he gives has a Gordon Gecko like tone and delivery to it and it’s great.
Impressive. Very nice. Let's hear Paul Allen's secrets to the making of an investment banker.
One of the most concise, informative, insightful, and encouraging videos I’ve ever seen. Applicable to all business jobs and many aspect of life. Thank you Mr. Donovan!
I'm not even an investment banker or even remotely in that industry. I'm a structural engineer.
But the way Jim talks really motivates me and I think a lot of what he says transfers to all jobs
you can transfer it on every aspect of life somehow, thats why its a excellent speech!
He missed one important skill to become an elite investment banker: Getting a table at Dorsia.
Not in the investment banking world, but this is absolutely fantastic advice for young people starting work, and even me being 10 years into advertising!
Not sure why the algorithm suggested this video for me. I admire hard work. I admire initiative. I admire selflessness. This guy certainly has an impressive resume. I wonder though, if/when he looks back on his life, would the sacrifices that he made have been worth it.
I love his speech and mannerisms.
Need more Jim Donovan content! This guy’s solid.
Jim Donovan is a beast. I'd love to hear more from him as he has a wealth of knowledge!
“The Making of a Phenomenal Public Speaker” with Jim Donovan
I see Jim Donavan and liked the video instantly. Keep posting more of his lectures!
This is aimed at aspiring investment bankers but I tell you what, this is some of the best advice I have ever heard for multiple careers.
I used to look around at management committee meetings and think, “If we were to go to war, who would I want to be our leader”. Jim Donovan would definitely get my vote.
We need more lectures from Jim Donovan. Thanks!
Oh yes, they have done it again. University of Virginia you absolute BEAUTY!
Thank you so much for this, I’ve watched his other speeches countless times; great to see more of him!
I had problem comprehending trading in general. I tried watching other TH-cam trading channels, but they made the concepts more complicated. I was almost giving up until when i discovered content and explain everything in detail. The videos are easy to follow
Highly applicable to all career fields. Replace IB with what you do and get to it!
Keep winning everyone!
Jim Donovan, an inspiring man
Beautiful! This is amazing life advice in general fullstop - not limited to a career in investment banking. Thanks for uploading!
After a minute listening to him, i fell in love with his words and the clear thoughts.
The GOAT is back
Tips that seem simple, but make a total difference! 👏🏻
This applies to any job. Love it.
Jim Donovan is THE Man
These kind of men need to join public service, especially in the current environment.
If there are not big dollars to put in their wallet, they won't get involved.
@@TheTruthSeeker756there is a ton of money in government. Congress can insider trade legally.
This is great advice for any job, not just investment banking
This applies to all areas in life. Thank you.
I feel like this is good advice for any job.
One of the greatest piece of advice on investment banking.
I love those videos! We ask for more of Jim Donovan.
I've listened to Jim's other talks on TH-cam. I always walked away with helpful advice to apply in other areas of life. Great talk!
This is one of the best video ever seen so far😊
Jim Donovan is a legend!
we genuinely need more content of Jim Donovan
This is truly outstanding!
outstanding lecture!!!
I am going to watch it again just to write it down.
Also, read the Fundamentals of business by Michael Scott.
Nothing better than this on 31st dec 2023!!
Thanks a lot for this upload. I am a student at Mannheim Business School and this was really enlightened and helpful.
Solid life advice not just IB! Thanks
Great advice beyond investment banking
Please post more of Jim Donovan
Thank you for your suggestions, I love them 😀
Love Jim, always a great video when he's on.
Jim Donovan is vice chairman of global client coverage at Goldman Sachs, where he is responsible for advising many of the firm’s largest corporate and individual clients.
These classes are perfect!
This gentleman is a Legend!
Thank you for posting this
Need more videos of Mr. Donovan
Finally, we have something from our in-house Patrick Bateman. Jk this guy has give me a lot of leadership lessons.
the goat is back.
Yes, please post moree!!!!
Jim Donovan 2024
“Never give up getting restaurant reservations” Thats some real Patrick Bateman piece of advice
Thank you so much for this! This speech was useful to me.
Yet another awesome segment by Donovan!
yeah wow 9 in a row on the demo. Thanks. Been waiting for something that finally works for me. I understand now how Stoch and RSI works.🍋
The best way to achieve work-life balance is to be really good at what you do. I think at least 90% of people don’t understand this.
I'm sure you think your comment is very insightful, huh?
This is the best piece of advice I ever got! Thank you sir 🙏
Anything with fierce competition will be difficult to succeed in. that really can apply to sports and other sectors as well. My favorite observation is F1 drivers. There are only 20 drivers in the whole world that will actively be behind the wheel of an F1 car… think about that for a sec. There are billions of people on the planet but only 20 get the opportunity.. if that isn’t fierce competition idk what is. being great at your craft is the greatest equalizer imo. love the video!
I live for these
Thank you for your knowledge and experience. They help me develop and achieve new successes in trading.
Amazing lecture
Is there the same style of video for jobs in trading room ? I mean, with speakers as experienced as Jim Donovan in this field ? (Even if most of Jim Donovan’advices are also applicable for jobs in trading rooms)
This guy has the best comments.
I love his top-down communication combined with his professional demeanor
Love this
UVA is very good at teaching students how to look professional. Wish he actually goes into how to make good use of the notes, for example, on the more concrete level.
Execelent speech, he is someone I look up to, he is my role model even though I didn't pursue a career in IB.
Excellent
The Goat
Hello everyone.
In the three first must-have habits before the interview that he stated, I didn't understand well the pronunciation of the third one: ''one article of the '', please can anyone help me with the right pronunciation?
Would love to hear Jim’s life story
Jim is back!!
Wich are the 3 financial Statements
Love u Jim
Firstly, I would like to congratulate the University of Virginia for this opportunity to provide this excellent Seminar on banking investment.
What Is Investment Banking?
Investment banking is a type of banking that organizes large, complex financial transactions such as mergers or initial public offering (IPO) underwriting. These banks may raise money for companies in a variety of ways, including underwriting the issuance of new securities for a corporation, municipality, or other institution. They may manage a corporation's IPO. Investment banks also provide advice in mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations.
He communicates like a management consultant - I am impressed
I am 18, 1st year uni and I aim to got to a BB Investment bank, especially GS