saying you have a verbal informal offer

I just finished my SA stint, and we don't officially receive our decision letters for another 2-3 weeks (stupid policy I know).

On my last day, I my staffer gave me my end of summer review, said I did a phenomenal job with a great attitude, said everyone in the group liked me and that I'd make a great addition.

He said that there was a very high chance of my getting an offer, and that I had top remarks from the two senior guys I worked with. He then started to try and basically sell me on the group/bank or whatever, which I assumed was a good sign.

Going on the advice of an analyst friend, I sort of assumed this was a verbal informal offer, and mentioned it to a few alumni/contacts.

Looking back now, I'm not sure if this is bordering on being misleading, as I talk to other banks or friends. Looking for any advice I can get...

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....is like saying, "hey, i am full of shit, hire me..."

That said, if you self-deceived yourself (and they don't think you are a fool for it), there's nothing wrong with it. Relax. Wait a couple weeks. Go to the beaches of miami and have a mojito for me. Whatever will happen, will happen...

"Categorical Imperative: If I cannot look at my mother or my wife in the eyes and explain it, I won't do it" - Some British MD.
 

Thanks guys...this is what I thought, and I now I feel like a bit of an idiot (only told a few people this), especially having to reexplain to a few guys..

 

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