u/BedNo3317

**Heyy!!**
**I'm a teen student currently trying to learn the basics of financial analysis and corporate finance. I spend a lot of time reading about how Private Equity funds evaluate companies, but textbooks mostly talk about clean spreadsheets and ideal scenarios.**
**I’m curious about the real-world side: when you are reviewing a target company's initial pitch deck or financials, what is the most common red flag or fatal flaw that makes you instantly drop the file?**

HEY EVRYONE
I am a teenager and l've managed to save up a small capital through side hustles and saving up birthday/ allowance money.

I really want to start investing early to build some financial literacy,capital and let compounding work for me over the long term, but I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the options.

Since I'm a minor, what are the best ways to get started? Are there specific types of accounts I should look into (like custodial accounts, depending on availability) or basic index funds that make sense for a beginner with a small amount?

Any advice, resources, or general tips for someone starting out young would be massively appreciated! Thanks!

**HEY EVRYONE**

**I am planning to move to the United States through employment in the finance sector. My academic background involves studying at HEC (École des Hautes Études Commerciales), and I want to figure out the most realistic and efficient pathway to make this happen.**

**For those who have successfully made the jump or know the industry well, I would love some guidance on a few specific questions:**

**Recruitment Pathways: What are the most effective ways for an HEC graduate in finance to land a job in the US? Is it better to target multinational companies with offices in both Europe and the US to leverage an internal transfer (L-1 visa), or should I apply directly to US-based firms for a position that offers H-1B sponsorship?**

**Timing and Positioning: At what point in my studies or early career should I start applying? Are certain sectors within finance (e.g., investment banking, corporate finance, asset management) more open to sponsoring international candidates than others?**

**Visa Practicalities: Beyond the H-1B lottery and the L-1 intracompany transfer, are there other viable visa options I should be looking into?**

**Any insights, pitfalls to avoid, or stories from people who followed a similar path would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance for your help!**

Hello, I’m a teen passionate about finance and private equity. I’d be grateful for any advice on skills,studies and experiences to prepare for this field. Thank you!😄

Hello,
I am currently interested in finance careers, particularly in private equity (I am still a teenager rn).

With your experience in this field, what advice would you give to someone who wants to gradually build a profile suited for this industry?
I am especially interested in understanding the relative importance of education, professional experiences, technical skills, and a broader understanding of the business world.

Thank you very much for your time and for sharing your insights.

Just asking im myself npd but why so many people say this