How much is everyone tipping their MDs in 2025? I don't work in IB, but I figure they must be really struggling, so I tip random MDs. I generally tip about 10% of my salary to each of 11 or 12 different MDs - I have to take out personal loans to eat, but the leverage is fine, because it's an investment in my future.
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You’re thinking about this the right way, and I’m impressed by your ability to already “see the bigger picture” despite being a junior. With that said I think your approach is a little agressive. Tapping into your food budget to tip your MD is good initiative but you’re not going to be as productive if you go a few days without eating, and your MDs deserve quality work just as much as they deserve a portion of your take home pay.
I do a tiered system where I tip my seniors based on rank. This year I’m also tipping my analysts to show I’m grateful for everything they do.
MD and Above: $2,000 each
Director: $1,500 each
VPs: $1,000 each
Staffer Bonus: +$200 as a thank you for all the Friday night staffings
Analysts: $10 Starbucks gift card, 2 zyns, and a bottle of Vivy 40 mgs each in a stocking
I know it looks light but remember it’s not all about cash quantum. To round it out I offer to pick up my MDs kids from school, sleep with my Director and VPs wives, and drop off my analysts dry cleaning and call their parents for them. January - November is all about work, but Devember is all about the people you work with. Never forget that.
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