Learn what it's like working at startups and VCs, as well as attending Wharton for your MBA in this interview with my friend and classmate Ana Lopez. ------ 💧rareliquid💧 ► My Business School Apps ► Sign up for my future MBA course ► My careers channel ► My investing channel ► My free daily investing newsletter ► Join the rareliquid community ------ 🧑‍🎓Career Resources👩‍🎓 ► Buy My Banking Recruiting Guides ► TTP - The BEST GMAT prep resource ► Books I recommend ► My filming equipment ------ 🎥Related Videos🎥 ► Life in the Startup and Venture Capital World (Interview with Wharton Classmate!) ► The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Consulting ► Interview with a BCG Consultant ► Why I'm Getting My MBA ► Recap of My First Few Weeks at Wharton ► My First Week at Wharton ► Why I Left Investment Banking ------ ⏱Timestamps⏱ 0:00 - Introduction 1:00 - Ana's Background 1:31 - Can you tell us about your previous work experiences? 2:02 - What got you interested in the startup world? 4:01 - Can you share anything about the startup world that not many people know about? 6:07 - What are the most valuable skills you gained through your startup experiences? 7:47 - What are your proudest moments while working on those startup experiences? 10:31 - Tell us about your experiences with Steph Curry! 11:23 - Can you tell us about your transition from the startup world into venture capital? 13:41 - What was an example of something you found fascinating about fund operations? 15:31 - With your time in the venture capital world, do you feel like you had any unexpected challenges? 17:34 - Do you have any tips on how to break into venture capital? 18:49 - Did you experience any pleasant surprises while working in venture capital? 22:18 - Why did you decide to get an MBA and what made you interested in the Lauder program specifically? 25:13 - What are you initial impressions of the Lauder program? 26:40 - Were there any key lessons or moments that stood out to you? 28:18 - Do you have any top tips for applying to MBA programs? 29:14 - Do you have any advice for female viewers on how to succeed in the startup / venture capital space? 32:25 - What advice would you give to your young college self? 34:14 - What are some values that have directed your life? ------ 📱Interact With Me📱 ► Instagram ► Twitter ► TikTok ► LinkedIn ► Business Inquiries: [email protected] ------ 🔎Disclaimer🔎 This is for educational purposes only. Some of the links above are affiliate links, meaning that at no additional cost to you, I may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.