Recently had a few successful coffee chats with analysts across various firms. I know the standard practice is to send a thank you email within 48 hours, but I want to stand out compared to other kids and really show my gratitude. Do you think it's fine to send them a gift card? If so, what's the appropriate amount (like $15)?
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A submariner sounds appropriate
Typically the best candidates will send $50-$75, wouldn’t go below $20
That's a bit steep considering I've had great chats with 5+ people, but thanks for letting me know, wouldn't wanna be seen as cheap.
We should make this standard practice lol
Hope this is a joke lol. Do not do this. To anyone actually looking to standout, I have two recommendations:
Thanks for the comment, but I feel like that's what everyone is doing in terms of sending a thank you email. Also, I feel like sending them a news article is kinda awkward. Why is it bad to send a gift card to let them know I appreciated their time (sort of like an honorarium)?
Because our time is worth way more than $15. On the occasion I am billing for my time I charge $500/hour (and I’m at a very small firm). They’re talking to you because they genuinely want to help you out and they were in your shoes and know what it’s like. I would say if you get coffee or dinner it is ok to offer to pay, but I wouldn’t push it too hard if they push back. The absolute best way to stand out is by asking thoughtful questions and trying to build an actual relationship vs just something transactional. In my experience this will easily put you ahead of 90% of the crop.
No wonder this post is Canadian
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