How to Format Your Resume for a Private Equity Opportunity

Candidates whose thoughtfulness extends to even the finest details of their resume have better odds of advancing to sponsor-facing interviews.

Race in Private Equity and America’s C-Suite Diversity Problem

Private equity has financial incentive to embrace more diverse leadership.

Private Equity’s Use of ‘Cultural Fit’ and Its Impact on Gender Diversity

Establishing greater detail around what constitutes a strong “cultural fit” in a role upfront can empower a more judicious hiring process.

Maximize the First 100 Days As a PE-Backed CFO

The value of all subsequent action will be heavily impacted by the accomplishments of the first hundred days.

Aspiring Private Equity-Backed Executives Need Social Media Savvy

Online presences are under more scrutiny than ever.

Add Value at Monthly Operating Review

A company’s CFO should be its single-most objective employee.

Transformational Leaders: Rare But Invaluable Among Private Equity-Backed Executives

Transformational leaders see themselves as a lever that can dramatically enhance an investment thesis.

What Is ‘Vesting’ in Private Equity-Owned Companies?

Vesting in a private equity-owned company means management’s reward is simultaneous with investors’ payout.

Becoming a 1099 OP: Benefits, Myths, and Misconceptions

1099 contractual work is growing in prevalence for OPs.

Combating Bias and Breaking Through in Private Equity

“PE is challenging, but it rewards performance. If you are a high-performer comfortable with a fast pace, it is actually equalizing.”