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| +227 | Coverage Banking is Paradise | 29 | 5d |
| +107 | London Recruiting is Paradise | 43 | 3m |
| +84 | UBS preparing for a October Layoff Massacre | 40 | 46m |
| +77 | My Motivation Is At An All Time High | 13 | 3d |
| +46 | Is 7 years in banking enough to retire, or am I delusional? | 25 | 5h |
| +36 | Do actual investment bankers despise IB TikTokers as much as I think they do? | 22 | 4h |
| +33 | MM IB --> NYC IB? | 17 | 19h |
| +31 | Work and Suicide | 18 | 1h |
| +24 | Negotiating VP Sign-On Bonus (NOT Tied to Deferred Comp)? | 22 | 9h |
| +24 | Should I escape the matrix | 3 | 2d |
Career Resources
Based on the most helpful WSO content, it's not uncommon to have slow periods in the finance industry, especially in roles like investment banking. However, it's important to use this time wisely. Here are a few suggestions:
Learning and Development: Use this time to learn more about your industry, firm, or any specific areas you're interested in. This could be through online courses, reading, or even asking colleagues for their insights.
Networking: This is a great time to build relationships within your firm. Reach out to colleagues for coffee chats or lunches. This can help you understand other roles, get advice, and it could potentially lead to more work.
Self-Reflection: Use this time to reflect on your career goals. Are you happy with your current role? Where do you see yourself in the future? This can help you make decisions about your career path.
Initiative: If you feel comfortable, you could also speak to your manager or staffer about your workload. Express your eagerness to take on more responsibilities or get involved in other projects.
Remember, every job has its ebbs and flows. It's how you utilize the slow periods that can really make a difference in your career. Keep swinging from those branches, buddy!
Sources: https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/laid-off-in-may-at-my-wits-end?customgpt=1, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/job-search/strong-analyst-with-no-job?customgpt=1, ~3 years experience 3 jobs, should I be worried?, Really Worried :( - FT Recruitment
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