Based on the insights from Wall Street Oasis, it's common for 2nd year analysts to feel burnt out as they near the end of their tenure, especially when involved in multiple live deals. Here are some strategies to manage your situation without negatively impacting your team:

  1. Delegate Effectively: As a second-year analyst, you likely have the ability to delegate certain tasks. Use this to your advantage to manage your workload and help newer analysts gain experience.

  2. Communicate Openly: It’s crucial to have an open line of communication with your team. Let them know your situation and work together to find a balance that doesn’t compromise the work quality.

  3. Prioritize Tasks: Focus on the most critical tasks that require your expertise and try to streamline or delegate the rest. This can help manage your workload while still contributing significantly to your deals.

  4. Set Boundaries: It’s important to set realistic boundaries so that you can maintain your well-being during your final month. This might mean redefining working hours or off-time to recuperate.

  5. Plan Your Transition: Start planning how you will hand over your responsibilities. Ensuring a smooth transition can greatly reduce the stress on both you and your team.

By implementing these strategies, you can manage to check out responsibly, ensuring you don’t leave your team in a difficult position while also taking care of your own needs as you prepare to move on.

Sources: How to deal with 2nd year analysts who refuse to work, 2nd Year Analyst - Ready to Quit, How Committed Are You to On-Cycle Recruiting?, How can we do better?

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