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  • Can't go wrong with either reputationally
  • Believe JMI pays more, but Spectrum seems to be slightly better on internal promotes
  • Spectrum is a bit lower-velocity on deals. You may not be able to get as many reps, although on the other hand that usually translates to better WLB
  • Both firms are bicoastal and culture is very different between each office. Best is either Spectrum SF or JMI DC 
 

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