From College to Corporate - Reality of Building Finance Career in 2026 | Sanjay Saraf × Swati Ganeti

Is AI making finance analysts irrelevant? 🤖📉 What are the biggest mistakes freshers make on their resumes? And what do IPOs reveal about the reality of financial markets? In this thought-provoking podcast, Sanjay Saraf Sir sits down with Swati Ganeti, IIT Delhi & Wharton alumna, ex-Bain and former Managing Director at Masters' Union, for an insightful conversation about finance, careers, AI, and the realities of the corporate world. 🎙️ What’s Inside This Conversation? ✅ AI vs Finance Careers – Can AI really think like an analyst, and what does that mean for aspiring finance professionals? ✅ Resume Red Flags – What freshers should avoid when applying for their first job. ✅ The Reality of IPOs – How companies present themselves to investors and why looking beyond the narrative matters. ✅ Lessons from Financial Markets – Why markets are among the most transparent judges of your decisions. ✅ Career Insights – Perspectives on learning, building skills, and preparing for an evolving professional world. 💡 The future of finance isn't just about what you know. It's about how you think, question, and adapt. Whether you're a CFA, CA, FRM aspirant, finance student, or young professional, this conversation will challenge the way you look at your career. 📞 For queries or admissions, connect with our counsellors: