
Private Equity Professional Sean Legister Describes How His Optimistic Outlook, Thirst for Knowledge, and Appetite for Risk Have Led to Remarkable Opportunities and Achievement
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Navigating Identity and Opportunity
In this chapter, the speaker reflects on their educational journey at a small liberal arts college, emphasizing the challenges and cultural significance of their chosen majors in English and Black Studies. They recount a pivotal interview experience with Goldman Sachs, revealing the importance of authenticity and purpose in high finance. The chapter underscores themes of resilience, representation, and personal growth, shaped significantly by their mother's influence and the complexities of being a first-generation student.
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