In this episode of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker steps away from traditional investing talk to offer a focused career guide for young professionals. Aimed at college students, MBA candidates, or early-career professionals seeking entry into public market investing, Andrew shares practical advice on everything from earning credibility to crafting cold emails, writing substack pitches, and giving impactful stock pitches. He explains actionable strategies like starting a pseudonymous Substack, passing CFA Level 1, and approaching investors with genuine ideas—not just resumes. If you're serious about a career in investing, this is a must-listen blueprint.
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[00:00:00] Purpose of today’s non-investing episode
[00:02:16] Episode disclaimer: strictly job advice
[00:05:29] Target audience for this guidance
[00:06:32] Proving interest through clear credentials
[00:07:19] Value of CFA Level 1 for newcomers
[00:09:32] Opening brokerage account and starting early
[00:11:06] Substack writing to build skill and signal
[00:11:31] Sending effective intro emails with a hook
[00:14:06] Why “cold blasts” fail—do tailored outreach
[00:17:03] Constructing a unique, memorable stock pitch
[00:19:08] Real-world scuttlebutt research advantages
[00:22:09] Example: speaking to franchisees or doctors
[00:24:11] Using your current background as an edge
[00:25:50] Marketing insights applied to public equities
[00:27:15] Why and how to start a pseudonymous Substack
[00:29:15] Launching your pitch to a real audience
[00:30:57] What to do if no one responds
[00:32:06] Building credibility and relationships via outreach
[00:33:24] Show effort: compliment the “pink shirt”
[00:35:56] Final encouragement and sign-off
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