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November 11, 2025 40 mins

Welcome back to another episode of The Investment Banking Leaders Podcast!

This week, we welcome Chiara Operto, founder of Edge Skills. In Episode 36, she shares how she went from Credit Suisse M&A to fintech entrepreneur, why sales and soft skills matter more than ever, and how AI is shaping finance training!

A must-listen for aspiring bankers, juniors, and future leaders!00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:39 Introducing Today's Guest: Chiara Operto

01:51  Chiara's Journey in Investment Banking

04:10 Building Trust and Standing Out as a Junior Banker

11:02 The Importance of Sales Skills in Banking

15:17 Leadership and Entrepreneurship Insights

17:59 Managing Resilience and Avoiding Burnout

20:11 Taking Risks and Embracing Entrepreneurship

21:52 The Importance of Co-Founders

23:11 AI in Recruiting: Opportunities and Challenges

26:25 Staying Relevant in an AI-Driven World

27:36 Business Development and Community Building

30:42 Proactive Outreach and Building Visibility

34:57 Advice for Aspiring Professionals

36:21 Recommended Resources and Final Thoughts

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