Junior analysts at Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley are using Ask Mode to learn from completed models—upload an LBO, ask how WACC was calculated, get step-by-step training

Ask Mode for Learning: Your Personal Financial Modeling Tutor

First-year analysts face a steep learning curve. They're expected to build complex financial models but often learn by trial and error, late nights, and occasional guidance from busy senior colleagues.

Shortcut's Ask Mode accelerates this learning dramatically. Upload completed models from your firm's deal archive and ask questions. Shortcut becomes your 24/7 mentor.

How Analysts Learn with Ask Mode

Progressive Question Learning

"Walk me through the overall structure of this LBO"
"How is the debt structured in this model?"
"Why did they use a 7-year term loan versus 5-year?"
"Show me how the interest expense is calculated"
"What drives the cash sweep to pay down the revolver?"

Career Development Benefits

⏱️ Faster Ramp-Up

Analysts become productive 3-6 months faster than traditional learning paths.

📈 Higher Quality

Understanding why models are structured certain ways means better decisions on unique situations.

🎯 Better Reviews

Analysts who understand underlying logic can defend their choices and discuss alternatives intelligently.

Accelerate your modeling education

Start Learning with Ask Mode