How to break Into High Finance starting from Scratch

​No Map, No Network, No Plan B — How to Break Into High Finance from Scratch

​Many students and young professionals in the diaspora ask the same question:

​“How do I land an internship or job in investment banking or private equity in Europe without the perfect CV or any connections?”

​In this session, Minh Phi Dao shares his real journey breaking into high finance as a first-gen student—starting with no map, no network, and no Plan B. The workshop will be honest, relatable, and packed with actionable tips, including:

• ​How he used cold outreach on LinkedIn to land interviews

• ​Why outbound strategies work better than passive applications

• ​How to build a real network from scratch (and why it matters)

• ​How to craft a personal story that actually stands out

​This session is for anyone who’s starting from zero and looking for practical, no-fluff advice on navigating the world of high finance.