Good reviews in one group but not in another?
I recently began my 2nd analyst year after internally moving from my original group to c&r in the same firm but in a different office. In my first year I was in the upper middle bucket, but now in my new group one of my supervisors seems to try to make it sound like I am struggling on performance which I do not agree with. The other associates and vps in my new group have given me good feedback, but one manager in particular seems to be giving oddly negative reviews and I am not sure why. But I do sometimes wonder if I could I actually be underperforming in my new position despite having been rated highly in my previous one?
I am getting comments about analyses and models being supposedly built wrong, when my vp had already signed off on them the day before. I am also told certain slides are being sent in too slow on pitches where I know the MD doesn’t want a draft until several days from today etc. It is as if nothing is good enough for this particular supervisor I am working with, and I am unsure how to approach this, does anyone have advice?
I’ve experienced this when I was a first year. Worked well with and got along with everyone of my supervisors except for 1 vp in my group. Over time I realized that others had all despised working for him for a multitude of reasons, including receiving useless comments and feedback, anger management issues, and other borderline psychotic behavioral flaws (apparently tried to throw a chair at someone in the office, because that really helps you get places).
Even though he departed our group months before we got our reviews, we all ended up getting middle to bottom bucket rankings lol. Not sure what your supervisor is like but consider that it’s possible he’s just a pr*ck. If he’s actually a normal and decent guy, then you should probably try to improve in some areas regardless of what they may be, you’re only 1 year in so probably not a rockstar at the job just yet
Oh, I see you're in a bit of a pickle there, aren't you? It's not uncommon to face such situations when you switch teams or roles. Here's what I suggest:
Seek constant feedback: Don't wait for your annual review to know how you're doing. Regularly ask your supervisor and colleagues for feedback. This way, you'll always know where you stand and can make improvements accordingly.
Be open to criticism: It's possible that your new supervisor has a different working style or expectations. Try to understand their perspective and see if there's anything you can learn from it. Remember, it's not personal, it's professional.
Communicate: If you feel there's a misunderstanding or if you're unsure about something, don't hesitate to discuss it with your supervisor. For instance, if you're told that your analyses and models are wrong, ask for specific examples and clarification. This will not only help you improve but also show your willingness to learn and adapt.
Stay positive: It's easy to get disheartened in such situations, but remember, this is a marathon, not a sprint. Keep a positive attitude, learn from your mistakes, and don't let this affect your overall performance.
Consider a lateral move: If things don't improve and you feel this group isn't the right fit for you, you might want to consider moving to a different team or role within the bank. Sometimes, starting fresh can be easier than trying to change someone's perception of you.
Remember, everyone makes mistakes and has room for improvement. What matters is how you handle these situations and learn from them. Keep your chin up, you've got this!
Sources: Annual Review was bad how do I bounce back?, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/private-equity/then-and-now-compbanker?customgpt=1, My A1s are SO BAD
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