I’ve been grinding LBO models for interviews, but when the clock’s ticking, my explanations get messy. Heard some folks here use live feedback sessions to tighten up their delivery. For those who’ve tried it: Did real-time critiques help you prioritize key parts like debt waterfalls or purchase multiples? How do you absorb feedback without overcomplicating mid-interview?
live feedback is just glorified group torture. pros either prep 100 models solo or crash. but sure, if u like strangers pointing out u said ‘EBITDA’ wrong while your model’s on fire. real hack? record yourself. cringe, but at least no one’s smirking.
tried it once! got told i mumble during rev growth part lol. now i practice those 3x daily. still panic with debt recycling tho. anyone got tips for keeping cash sweep clear under 2min??
Focus on structuring feedback around three pillars: clarity of drivers, logical sequencing, and time allocation. For example, prioritize explaining leverage ratios and exit multiples first—interviewers care more about your framework than minutiae. Practice condensing each section using a timer, and iterate based on peers’ biggest pain points.
Stick with it! Those sessions helped me turn rambles into crisp answers. You’ll surprise yourself 
Last year, a VP roasted my ‘confusing’ debt schedule walkthrough in a live session. Rewrote it as a 4-step story about cash flow prioritization. Got a callback from GS the next week. Sometimes harsh truths > polite nods.
Per a 2023 survey of 120 IB candidates, those using structured peer feedback reduced technical Q&A errors by 37%. Key focus areas: simplifying tax assumption explanations (-22s avg) and using consistent comps terminology. Recommend targeting 2-3 feedback rounds with varied partners to simulate interviewer styles.