How/Why did you decide what sector/strategy/etc to make as your career?

Perhaps for the more experienced members in the community. How/why did you decide to stick with the strategy/asset class/sector that you end up making your career?

Curious as this industry seems to pigeon hole people pretty quickly - esp for those who are on the IB to PE/HF route. Would also love to hear how capital allocators chose their path/specialization.

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