ADVICE NEEDED - Romantic Relationship in IB?
For those of you in IB or any high stress/hour job that have girlfriends, fiancée, wives, or just started seeing someone one with no label yet (my case). How do you do it? In the beginning stages with work in IB how do you find the time and manage the excess "emotional strain" of building/having a relationship with someone. Albeit, I do think this is more applicable when there's no label yet as the future is still very up in the air and both of you are stilling feeling it out.
But any advice would be appreciated for my typical IB love story, met on hinge... lmao. Long story short talked and went on a handful of dates the last few weeks, we've had a great time together. She moved back to where she is from temporarily but will be moving back in September. She has big life moments/changes coming up with just graduating and moving to nyc/new job and is open to a relationship (not now, too soon for that) but isn't her first priority which is understandable.
Looking for any advice on how to take the slow approach to dating since that isn't usually my style and how to balance it with IB but I don't wanna fuck this one up. Also as much of a bitch this is gonna make me sound, please be nice I've had a long few weeks
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Remember, it's all about finding a balance that works for both of you. Good luck with your IB love story!
Sources: How do you manage dating / meeting women in IB?, IB + Long Distance Relationship, IB Dating, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/how-has-ib-changed-you?customgpt=1, Why work up to MD in Investment Banking?
appreciated monkey bot but would prefer an actual persons advice lmaoo. Although decent points were made for a chat bot
MonkeyBot giving T1 advice lol
i've never really experienced what you just described so I can't help you. sorry
still appreciate the traction, thanks man
In short, it depends on your hours and her willingness. I'm not in IB myself, but shortly dated someone from a very demanding group and chats/calls were taking place late at night, think 3 am. You have to make her aware of your hours and hope she'll be willing to sacrifice some sleep to talk to you. Then you can spend more time during weekends, but she has to be understanding to make it work. Not every person will be willing to accommodate to your busy schedule. This is why even many associates are still single even though their schedules get better. The same applies to other demanding industries. You didn't tell what industry she's going to work at, but I generally suggest dating people from demanding industries as well because they are more realistic about the busy schedule and IB hours.
She's probs works like 50 hours a week with a lil more stress then a normal job. But no not IB or business/finance related. Fortunately my group also is not as crazy as the person you shortly dated was, so that also helps my case. Just have to work on taking it slow and I should be fine
Make a decision how much you like her. If you really like her, shower her with affection and flowers when you have the time. Engage in athletic hobbies together so you can get a workout in addition to hanging out. Even if it is only going for a walk together or gym together.
You sound way more into her than she is into you. A little distance will probably help you
Shes not gonna be back in town for a month, so thats good time to take a logical step back. Thanks
I’m in no position to give any relationship advice so I will just say: protect your peace! Wish you the best hope it works out man
Appreciate it Mr. Long, Dick Long
Propose to her when she comes back from her trip. MDs will respect you for an early divorce
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