Is PE worth it?

Serious question, coming from the perspective of a third year IB analyst. This job is not what I was put on earth to do, I know that. I know how to do the job and can do it well, but I don't enjoy it and don't find it all that interesting. 

Is PE really better? More interesting than banking? Feel like you're actually doing something with your life in PE?

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While you may have a better lifestyle, comp (given the recent pay raise), PE is really robust in training you in Investing 101. How to decompose returns, what the most important questions are in a deal, etc. If you have any inkling that you would like to invest, try it for 2 years if you can get a job. You will be a better professional having done the experience (more thoughtful analysis, Board experience, people around you are very sharp so you'll learn more). 

It's hard to see you losing out long-term given the experience is somewhat standardized now given the market maturity. If you're willing to put in the hours, do it and don't look back.

 

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