For our friends in Quant Trading who are interested in running their own strategies or building a team, think of your track record as a business proposal.

You’re no longer interviewing for a job; you are presenting a business case to an investor.

Most companies are going to want to know:

• 1. Track Record; (P&L, Sharpe Ratios, etc.)
• 2. What tech/support/personnel/etc. you need to replicate your success
• 3. Capital Requirements
• 4. A general plan of how you’re going to win. 

Everything else is personality fit, trust and feeling comfortable with each other. 

If you’re just getting into the idea of running independent strategies for a company or starting up a team, and have seriously considered the above points, you might be ready to take the leap.

If you’re not yet ready, but eventually want to start a team or build independent strategies, you might be 1-2 jobs away from the experience, confidence, and track record you need to get a company’s real buy in.

Consider whether your current setup and network is moving you towards this goal. If you’re ready to make the jump, but need to right connections or want guidance on making the best presentation, feel free to get in touch.