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From Council Estate to Goldman Sachs
The story behind the book.
Hey 👋!
I’ll be honest. I wasn’t supposed to work in finance.
I didn’t go to an elite or ivy league uni. Nor did I know anyone in banking before breaking in. I literally had zero idea what a “spring week” was before going to uni.
What I did have was relentless hustle, trial-and-error, and just enough direction to land an offer at Goldmans.
It’s safe to say that journey changed everything.
I wrote Breaking Into Banking for the version of me who felt lost. This isn’t just theory — it’s the book I wish existed when I was 18.
It’s structured. Practical. And extremely honest.
No fluff. No fillers. Just the roadmap to breaking into the industry.
If you know you want to pursue a career in the world of finance, and consider yourself dedicated and serious, this book is for you.
Pre-order your copy now. You won’t regret it.
Rooting for you,
Afzal
PS. Email your receipt to [email protected] and I’ll send you a bunch of freebies to help you break into the industry worth over £100.
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