How to deal with your first Superday L?
Had one last Friday and it’s been a week in with no communication. How should I go about my next steps? I feel as if I’m back at step one… another recruiting cycle blasted by. I’m glad I finally made it to a superday but I gotta restart again. Most banks have moved onto first-second-superday so what should I do? I’m in nyc.
Dealing with a Superday rejection, especially your first, can indeed feel disheartening, but it's a common hurdle in the journey towards securing a role in investment banking or high finance. Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are actionable steps and a mindset shift to help you navigate this setback and prepare for your next opportunity:
Reflect on the Experience: Take some time to reflect on the Superday. Consider what went well and areas where you might improve. This reflection can help you identify specific skills or knowledge areas to focus on for future interviews.
Follow Up Professionally: If you haven't already, send a polite follow-up email to the HR representative or interviewers thanking them for the opportunity and expressing your continued interest in the firm. This keeps the door open for future opportunities and maintains a positive relationship.
Expand Your Network: Continue to network aggressively. Use LinkedIn, alumni networks, and any professional connections to reach out to people working in your target firms or industry. Networking can uncover hidden job opportunities and provide valuable insights and advice.
Broaden Your Search: While you may have a dream firm in mind, consider broadening your search to include smaller banks, boutique firms, or even roles in related fields. Gaining relevant experience can be a stepping stone to your ultimate goal.
Leverage Feedback: If you received any feedback during your Superday or from networking contacts, use it to refine your approach. If feedback wasn't provided, consider reaching out to ask for it politely. Not all firms will provide feedback, but it's worth asking.
Prepare for the Next Cycle: Start preparing for the next recruiting cycle now. Review and refine your resume, cover letter, and interview skills. Consider enrolling in courses or workshops to bolster your technical skills or industry knowledge.
Stay Positive and Resilient: Rejection is a part of the process, but it doesn't define your worth or the end of your journey. Stay positive, learn from each experience, and keep pushing forward.
Remember, every Superday, whether it ends in an offer or not, is a valuable learning experience and a step closer to your goal. Keep building on what you've learned, stay engaged with the industry, and your persistence will pay off.
Sources: How to get over a superday rejection?, What exactly happens after a superday?, Superday Related Advice, S&T Recruitment 2011: An Applicants Story, IB Superday Waitlist Followup
Just continue like before. It does stink, feels like you wasted your time there. But you do learn in the process - at least a bit.
Take with a grain of salt, but M&I says SD success rate = 20-30%. Meaning you should aim for 3-4 before expecting an offer.
Go home, take a day to be disappointed, then get back on the grind. Always more banks to apply to and network with. Don’t succumb to the temptation to build a cabin in the woods and leave society behind. Or to travel south and become a surf instructor.
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