Best/Worst Experience in the Industry

I've heard so many horror stories and success stories in IB that I can recite them on cue as if they happened to me. I'm curious what the best/worst experience has been for some folks who've been around in AM for a few years. Shed a light on the culture, the work, the blow ups, the wins, or anything that comes to mind. Really, just reminisce on some stuff. 

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