Rejected ... Accepted !!!

So, I'm the poly sci and econ McGill major, who got rejected by Barclays and JPM last week. Apparently, i was too artsy for them. This week, however, I got an offer from the same Barclays! I am so confused, but am stoked! Before I embark on my journey into the hells of finance, I would also like to apologize for having sounded arrogant in my previous post. I was just simply in a bad mood. Cheers, and good luck!

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SlikRickHaha, I remember reading this thread the other day. Congrats on the offer! Perhaps a few spots opened up. In the mean time, definitely brush up on your econometrics, it's essential for IB, haha, jk.

lol ahaha

 
UFOinsiderHiring is one funny looking dude away from a clown car. Who the hell knows why some people get jobs. Congrats man!

That is true. Sometimes it just depends on the mood of your interviewer on that particular day. Sucks, but what can you do.

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I still hate you..but, congrats buddy.

Under my tutelage, you will grow from boys to men. From men into gladiators. And from gladiators into SWANSONS.
 

noice

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HustlingHardSo, I'm the poly sci and econ McGill major, who got rejected by Barclays and JPM last week. Apparently, i was too artsy for them. This week, however, I got an offer from the same Barclays! I am so confused, but am stoked! Before I embark on my journey into the hells of finance, I would also like to apologize for having sounded arrogant my previous post. I was just simply in a bad mood. Cheers, and good luck!

just wondering was this for a position in canada (toronto or montreal) or in the US (NYC)?

"...the art of good business, is being a good middle man, putting people togeather. It's all about honor and respect."
 

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