First year analysts - anyone else feel like they’re not learning at all???
Hi everyone. I’m a first year at a BB and despite being here for 6+ months, I feel like I’ve learned all of 0 Corp fin, modeling, so on. I’m staffed on projects but I’m never the one doing the actual technical work — wondering when they’ll start me on this. I thought by now I would have some experience but I’ve been doing BS ppt and excel data entry. Not sure if this is because of WFH so our learning is REALLY limited (hate it..) or this is always how it is?
Also — any advice on how I can learn myself so I’m not screwed when I actually do have to do something technical? Books, online courses, etc?
Me. I literally don’t understand anything still and don’t know if I’m expected to or if this “learning on the job” is all bs.
I think typically BBs are a bit slower to get 1st years onto models. But yeah, I think your experience is pretty on par for most in the industry at a BB. The most I've really learned to date is how seniors think about pitching a deal or strategy during a deal process.
To supplement your learning, I'd take a look at some of the models of deals you're on or past deals your firm has done that you find interesting. Try to deconstruct and reconstruct the model and you'll get a feel for it. It will take a bit of time but honestly modelling is the easiest part of the job. Basically playing with LEGO but for adults.
Don't feel out of place. As a more senior junior person, I can say 100% what you're feeling is exacerbated by WFH. As a first year you always feel like you're behind the curve. But I had so much mentorship and personal walk-through in my first year, and that really helped me grow. For A1s to not have that is extremely debilitating toward their growth
Do associates, VPs, etc realize this though? I’m always wondering if they just think we’re incompetent or realize bc of WFH we’re learning much less than previous analyst classes ...
Bump. Lots of first year analysts feel this way I believe.
I think the best thing to do is start self learnings. It’s ridiculous though considering half the reason people join this job is to have people teach/learn.
Felt the same way. Just quit. Its not worth it anymore
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