Hey guys, am very grateful and lucky to have just received a PE offer with what I hope to be a good firm in terms of culture and WLB; pay seems pretty good too and may even be slightly above average for this type of fund and size. The only catch for me though is that it's in Boston…
While I've visited before in college and on short vacations, I can't help but feel a bit of sadness / worry / anxiety moving to a new city where I literally know no one and I absolutely despise the cold. To top it off, am worried that moving to boston will feel boring / dead when comparing it to the past year I've spent in NYC, which has always been my goal destination since college. The food, nightlife and social scene in NYC just seems impossible to compare anything to.
I've always heard that Boston is more livable for a variety of reasons, but can anyone help ease this feeling of uncertainty? What are some perks of living in BOS / fun things to do in / around there? Seems pretty dumb to forgo what would otherwise be a great opportunity just for the city
Thanks all
I wouldn't take the offer tbh. Boston is completely dead and extremely known for being hostile to outsiders / newcomers. You'll spend your entire life wondering what could have been if you'd have stayed in New York. Other job offers within NYC will come if you just stick it out. Your age is one of the most pivotal ages win it comes to building a solid social foundation, finding a wife and setting yourself up to be a happy family man.
Additionally the COL is actually, somehow worst then NYC so on a COL-adjusted basis you'll probably make less than you would in New York.
I don't think it's the end of the world. Look at it this way: if you hate it, you stay a year and pivot to another role in NYC. If you love it, you stick around. Moving to new places without lots of connections can be scary, but ultimately I think you'll find that you adapt just fine. And if you don't, there are always alternatives.
First comment is absolute trash coming from some intern. As someone that has moved cities 4 times in the last 6 years without connections I would say do it. Boston is pretty fun too, and I have always enjoyed meeting new people and making new experiences. Don’t get me wrong, it’s scary and can be challenging but very rewarding from a life perspective. Boston to NY is a 35min flight, you can always go back for weekends to hangout with friends. And just like the above poster said, if you don’t like it you can move back after a year.
I would say go do it, it sounds like a great opportunity and if it’s what you want to do then I don’t think moving should scare you away from it.
LMAO he's an Analyst 1 claiming he's moved 4 times and has 6 years of experience. Take advice from this retard and you'll be an sixth year Analyst to
Think I'll take the advice of someone who knows the difference between "to" and "too" and “an” vs “a” thx
Haha you ever consider that people might move from different countries or don’t start their careers in IB? But glad you questioned my background, shows how far you can think ahead and that you have no place giving advice here. Hopefully you can keep living with mom and dad since it’s so scary to move around in the world.
Maybe he forgot to update his title on WSO🤯🤯🤯🤯 ever thought abt that dipshit
I'm from the area, yes locals can be hostile in areas to outsiders. Though if you are from NY it's the same trash talking. They aren't really hateful towards you. Its the ruse someone to be friendly to them.
During the Summer it is a very walkable city, no matter what area you are in. Most areas have been overly gentrified so it is expensive, but no more than NYC. There are plenty of breweries within city limits and once most of my friends moved out of the area and I was single and alone I joined a softball and kickball league.
Wear your sports team swag with pride and people will talk to you.
You can always trip down to the Cape or Providence as well. Or in the winter ski in VT or NH. Don't worry about fitting in right away, everyone is awkward with the RTO right now. Find a neighbor hood you like, personally for me it was Washington Sq in Brookline. Not Boston but surrounded by Boston and I could walk to BC in 10 minutes. 25 minute T ride downtown.
Thanks so much, this is really helpful and appreciate the advice! Great to know of some fun things to do outside city limits so appreciate that insight
On neighborhoods, am not too familiar with the neighborhoods but was thinking of back bay since my office would be located there or potentially south end since I hear that’s also a popular spot, but really have no idea where to even begin a potential search for living arrangements. Is there something like StreetEasy for the Boston area that’s commonly used?
Also, any chance you could share a few popular bars or areas where people spend time on weekends? Would be moving to the city in my mid 20s if that’s helpful at all
PM me if you want suggestions.
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Boston's not that bad. It's no NYC obviously, or even a Chicago, but it definitely still has a "city" vibe. Not at all a bad place to be even for someone your age. If your office is in Back Bay, you should see if you can find an apartment in that area, since it's also a pretty nice part of town, and not too far from all the other bar/nightlife areas either.
Have only visited Boston but have some buddies who live there and it seems like a dope place to be. You're young, this is the time to be taking chances. Worst case scenario you move somewhere else in a year or two after gaining new skills and life experience, best case scenario you've found your new home.
I've lived in both Boston and NY (as well as two other major US cities). I could write several pages comparing all the cities but the bottom line is NY (or LA, Chicago, or any other much larger city) really only has added advantages in areas like more clubs, bars/nightlife open later, and even greater entertainment or food options. However, Boston has everything you'd want and feels a lot more tight-knit than NY. Sure, if you want ten options for clubs in a night or to go out til 4am regularly, NY is better. But if you want good food from any cuisine (granted not as many Michelin star-level spots), bars, sporting events, neighborhoods to explore, and parks, Boston will have that.
Boston I also found to have a "smarter" average population with so many amazing universities nearby, a younger average population, and just felt less chaotic, all of which are pros. There are great breweries, tons of cool nature stuff within a 2-3 hour drive (Cape Cod and RI beaches, NH/VT mountains), a great sports town, much more green space in the city than almost any other US city I've been to...There are good and bad aspects like living in any US city, but you'll enjoy it a lot. It's not like moving to the middle of nowhere. Happy to elaborate or answer questions comparing the two cities.
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