IB at the peak and after 2008 crisis

Hi guys! Those who caught the 2008 crisis, could you provide some insight as to how it compares to now, in terms of deal-flow and what is the outlook for the next 1-2 years for IB. I would like to know if it's a dead end to enter IB going into this crisis. Which other areas could be more lucrative outside of IB? Honestly, I'm a recent graduate and I fell crushed.

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