I’m trying to prep for summer recruiting, but between university, networking events, and technical practice, I’m already exhausted - and it hasn’t even started. I want to give it my best shot, but I don’t want to crash halfway through the process. Has anyone good tips on how to survive?
Hi,
Totally get where you're coming from. It’s a demanding process, and feeling drained before things officially kick off happens more often than people think. As a career coach working with finance candidates, I always remind people this whole thing is a long game. You don’t need to be operating at full capacity every single day to get great results.
Try not to pressure yourself into doing everything all at once. You don’t need to attend every single event or crush every technical question right away. Focus on what’s actually helping you move forward. Build a few real connections. Keep your prep steady, even if it’s just a short, focused session each day. Being consistent matters way more than trying to go all in every moment.
If you’re already feeling low on energy, it’s a sign to pause and reset. Giving yourself space to rest doesn’t mean you’re falling behind. It helps you stay sharp and actually show up as your best self when it counts. The people on the other side of the table can feel the difference.
And honestly, don’t do this alone. Talk to others going through it or who’ve already been there. Having a few people to check in with, vent to, or get perspective from makes a big difference. You’re doing more than enough, and you don’t have to push yourself to the limit to succeed.
Hope this helps and let me know if you want to talk about how to best organize your prep.
Regards,
Simon
