"Wood recalled the harrowing incident-and how she bounced back, ultimately scoring an offer and igniting her career."
"Wood shared a copy of the letter with Business Insider. It read: 'I regret there are no executive positions available within the KKR portfolio of companies at this time.'"
"Wood chose to pursue a career in finance, hoping the field would enable her to pay off the debt by age 30."
"I clearly sent it to a few people,' Wood said of her application package-a lesson that you miss all the shots you don't take."
Alisa Wood, a top partner at KKR, faced rejection from KKR's co-founder, Henry Kravis, when applying in 2003. Despite this initial setback, she persevered. Wood’s application included a resume and a pitch book explaining her unique perspective on private equity. Shortly after her rejection, another KKR partner reached out, inviting her for a meeting. Through her experience, Wood emphasizes the importance of persistence and taking risks in career pursuits, ultimately leading to her successful rise in the finance industry.
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