72 hours to prep for first HF Interview for L/S role in niche sector

I work in IB in an extremely niche vertical.

How would you prioritize your time to put yourself in the best position to succeed?

What questions would you ask them to better understand the role?

Thank you in advance and grateful for any advice on basic resources, etc.

 

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