I'm confused on what to do right now in terms of career - started to value different things.

So a bit of background - I'm a 2nd year student at a now T20 school, currently interning at a boutique investment bank, did previous internships in investment management and a streetwear start-up, recruited into a start-up consulting group on campus, and for like the longest time, I wanted to get into IB - like that was the dream (because the salary, of course).

But now, I've been like rethinking my life. On the side, I write and draw comics, and produce and record music. I value my creative side a lot, and I'm not sure that I'd be able to give up my creativity for years just for the sake of IB. Also, I value my relationships with family and friends, so to not have that would suck.

I've been told to look into S&T at BBs, since the hours are a lot better, and the total pay is still 6 figures, just a bit less than IB. Or non-tech in tech companies, like Google, Intel. I was wondering, what do you guys think? What other careers should I look into if I'm interested in not working as much hours, but the pay is still pretty good? I'm thinking around at least 90K+ would be able to satisfy me. I'm just sorta conflicted right now.

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