“My mentoring session with Andre was extremely valuable and gave me the clarity and direction I needed at an important stage of my application journey. He was kind, approachable, and generous with his time, creating an atmosphere in which I felt comfortable sharing my experiences, asking questions, and discussing my doubts openly.
One of the most helpful aspects of our conversation was his guidance on how to organize and communicate my personal story. Andre helped me understand how to connect different experiences into a coherent narrative, identify the elements that matter most, and explain their significance more clearly. His perspective was fundamental in helping me see how to present my background with greater confidence, purpose, and authenticity.
I particularly appreciated his advice on what to avoid. He helped me recognize that including every detail does not necessarily make a story stronger, and that being selective can make a message much more effective. Our discussion gave me a clearer understanding of how to avoid unnecessary repetition, keep my narrative focused, and ensure that each part contributes something meaningful to the overall application.
Andre also provided valuable guidance on how to organize the application process itself. He helped me think more clearly about priorities, how to approach the different components, and how to make the work feel more manageable. Having a clearer structure has made a difference to my mindset: instead of seeing the applications as one overwhelming task, I now feel better equipped to approach them through specific, achievable steps.
Another important takeaway was his advice on how to use the coming days effectively. Our conversation helped me understand where to focus my energy, which tasks deserve immediate attention, and how to establish a realistic plan. I left the session with a stronger sense of direction and a better understanding of how to balance thoughtful preparation with consistent progress.
What made the experience positive was the combination of practical guidance and encouragement. Andre offered suggestions in a considerate and constructive way, helping me reflect on my choices while also making me feel supported. His kindness made it easier to engage honestly with the process and to see areas for improvement as opportunities to strengthen my applications.
Overall, this session was fundamental in helping me understand both what I want to communicate and how to move forward. I now have a clearer approach to telling my story, organizing my applications, avoiding common mistakes, and planning the next few days with intention.
I am very grateful for Andre’s support and for the care he brought to our conversation. His advice gave me useful tools, renewed confidence, and a more focused approach to the work ahead. I would highly recommend a session with him to anyone seeking thoughtful guidance, practical direction, and a supportive space to develop their application narrative. The session helped me turn uncertainty into a clearer plan, and I feel much more prepared to make the most of the time ahead and present my experiences in a meaningful and convincing way.”
CS
i'd pick DB
Clearly CS cause they have great deal flow, high on the league tables, actually met come people there and they are great. Overall culture, people, and exit opps are much better than DB.
I would def. say CS. CS is really high in the league tables compared to DB. You will have better exit opportunities as well.
Excluding groups I also say CS
CS wins 3-1. Problem solved.
I would not take CS... horrible culture and people...
Agreed. Would take DB here.
Are you kidding, the people and culture at CS is great compared to other banks especially DB. I would go with CS hands down.
Definitely CS. Have friends at both - DB claims to have best LevFin and M&A, but both groups at CS is better. You can check out the league tables yourself. But with that said, I really liked DB people that I met during recruiting.
to tell you the truth, you can't go wrong picking either of the banks
DB. Horrible culture at CS. Would have been an easier decision if you knew the groups, but if you want to be safe pick DB. Great momentum with good culture.
i actually really liked everyone i've ever met at CS. CS is tearing up the league tables, I would go with them.
CS>DB
CS>DB
I'm astonished at all of the bad information that is given on this site. CS is a great bank, but tearing it up in league tables and higher compared to DB? Are you even looking at the league tables? DB is dominating CS in just about every league table I just looked at....M&A, Debt, and Equity.
Both are great groups, but DB Lev Fin > CS Lev Fin. CS Lev Fin doesn't do any sponsor related activity, their Sponsors group does all of it. That to me, makes the CS LF group inferior to DB's. Both groups do all of the modeling, which is what you'd want from a Lev Fin group, though DB's Lev Fin does LBO modeling while Sponsors does that at CS.
Both have great cultures as far as BB banks go, but DB wins this one as well.
Can't you call a better bank and do accelerated interviews? If I have received these offers, I would not be satisfied.
I usually don't care to call someone out on this stuff but Pivot you just posted the following in the last couple weeks:
//www.wallstreetoasis.com/forums/deutsche-bank-levfin //www.wallstreetoasis.com/forums/db-ibd-culture
Which leads me to believe you got dinged from DB. No point posting that nonsense passive aggressive comment if the guy is asking for legit advice. His offers are solid.
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