Professional Skills Training

New strategic partnership with Van Buren Advisory to offer “Classroom to Corporate”

Developing capability and confidence to thrive in today’s dynamic work environment

Training The Street is partnering with Van Buren Advisory to deliver world-class soft skills and leadership training. This collaboration combines Training The Street’s industry-leading financial training with Van Buren’s expertise in executive presence, communication, and professional best practices. The result is Classroom to Corporate, a high-impact learning experience designed to prepare talent to thrive in the demanding culture of Wall Street and beyond.

Training Objectives

Accelerate Cultural Integration into High-Performance Environments
Strengthen Self-Awareness and Emerging Leadership Identity
Instill Resilience Mindset and Build Sustainable Performance Habits
Build Executive-Ready Communication and Presence
Share Best Practices & Avoid Common Pitfalls

Format & Delivery

The full program includes two half-day intensives, each featuring three 80-minute modules
For clients with limited availability, individual modules can also be delivered as standalone sessions
All content is modular, customizable, and tailored to your firm’s priorities. Delivery is available live, either in-person or virtual

Available Training Modules

Module 1: Wall Street Mindset, Expectations & Culture Reset

Understanding the sharp transition from college to corporate culture
Meeting the moment: high expectations, fast pace, and unspoken norms
Building resilience: managing criticism, fear of failure, and imposter syndrome
Finding your voice and demonstrating early influence
Embracing feedback, ownership, and presence as early career differentiators
Building your professional image
Evolving from efficient processor to creative problem-solver

Module 2: Self-Mastery & Foundational Habits

Identifying dominant attributes and fulfillment triggers
Deploying key interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport with diverse teams
Projecting a professional presence that stands out from Day One
Managing energy and mindset: wellness, routines, and belief systems
Designing your personal and professional “inner circle” of influence
Learning to use feedback as fuel for growth
Introducing usable time management techniques for junior professionals

Module 3: Executive Communication in Action

Becoming a confident and compelling speaker
Sharing practical tools for impromptu speaking and powerful speech openings
Mastering storytelling for business impact
Writing persuasively with clarity, strong hooks, and strategic brevity
Unveiling body language, voice tone, and non-verbal cues that shape perception

Module 4: Career Accelerators & Personal Brand

Becoming a “culture carrier” and a leader without a title
Creating your “personal board of advisors”
Building meaningful professional relationships and mentors
Applying exponential networking: strategic follow-up and warm intros
Branding yourself as authentic, valuable, and promotable
Navigating conflict with confidence and professionalism
Identifying and solving important problems others miss
Strategic decision-making at key moments

Module 5: Best Practices of Top Performers

Learning what top analysts and associates do differently
Focusing on a few impactful habits, not an overwhelming list of goals
Preparing for your first promotion opportunity
Finding role models and reverse engineering their approach
Understanding the difference between having mentors and attracting sponsors

Module 6: Understanding the Capital Markets Puzzle

Join us for our Professional Skills Workshops and embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and success. Unlock your potential today!

For more information about our corporate Professional Skills training or finance programs, please contact us at info@trainingthestreet.com| Opens Email. We will be glad to discuss content and deployment options to provide a tailored training solution to fit your audience’s needs.

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