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 - Introduction1:00 - Ana's Background1:31 - 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: ben@rareliquid.com------?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.