I landed my dream job at a VC fund after I offered to set up payroll for free. People called me a try-hard but that's just what it takes.

It was difficult to break into venture capital straight out of college. Instead, I started my career in consulting with Ernst & Young, where I spent two years in their digital strategy consulting practice.

After EY, I landed a role at a venture studio working with start-ups. That was where I learned how to perform due diligence on early-stage business opportunities.

I went through three weeks of interviews and pulled out all the stops. I wanted to work for Nichole because I knew that as the fund's first female founder, she was paving the way in an industry where representation matters.

Mintz believes that those aspiring to venture capital must be ready to fully commit and go all-in, reflecting a mindset of dedication essential for success.

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