Trading job vs CFO in start up
So I currently work as muni bond prop trader. Basically day trading muni bonds. I know it doesn't make the most sense. Pay is 66k + bonus. Only problem is this is my second job and I have only been at for a few months. My friend has a tech start up that is past the seed stage. I do not really qualify for the position but he wants me to work as their CFO and I have in writing a contract of 100k+bonus+stock options. It sounds a little to good to be true and I really have access to it as I know the right person at the right time. I do plan on going to grad school in a couple years and then hopefully to a HF or PE career. What would be a better opportunity for me and what would look better on a grad school application?
Go to the start up. Do a kick ass job as CFO, score well on the GMAT and your b-school app will be a hell of a lot more interesting than a story about how you traded munis for several years
Start-up sounds good - if they're past the seed stage, then they must at least be pulling in some sort of revenue. If you think that the start-up will actually last a year or two, then I don't see any reason not to go for it.
start up....also, try to get a sweet signing bonus in case you guys blow up or something. And even then, you can always go back to trading bonds if it doesn't work out.
So basically you will be making 100k for sure though? If so, take the startup, it will look amazing on your resume.
how the hell can a startup pay 100k..... My friend at startups eat ramen like everyday...
Yea I have a friend that doing a startup as well. He's been eating dollar menu at McDonald's and been sleeping out of his car. If they are able to pay you a 100k, they must be a very nice startup.
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