Is it glamorous?

What's it really like to work at a hedge fund? I'm sure it's shop dependent but shows like billions and movies always make HFs seem larger than life. I've read "Bite the Ass Off a Bear," which I think was good. Do most people actually make lots of money? Is the stress worth it, is it even that stressful?

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