Who to ask out for coffee?

I talked with two analysts at the same firm (they know each other). I'm going to NYC for one day next week and I'm thinking about asking one of them for coffee. Will it look bad if I invite one but don't invite the other? I don't want the other guy to think I'm a douche since I didn't ask him. Any advice would be appreciated.

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I would say ask both if you can. But if you had to pick one, ask the guy who is most likely to have answers to your questions. They're doing a favor for you by taking time out of their day, the other guy isn't going to be mad that you didn't buy him coffee haha.

 
STIBORNot sure what the right answer is, but ensure you make this decision with the utmost care. This is one of those very few critical junctures in your life. Whatever you do, best of luck.

lol can't tell if you're trolling or not...

 

Ask them both in the same email--and let them know that you would appreciate it if both would join. You're really just casting a wider net this way...

 
MarkovWait, what's your connection with this firm? Did you interview with them already? Do you have an interview scheduled? Or is this just you networking?

Just networking. Both are alumni.

 

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