Advice needed

Hey everyone. Current grad student (top RE program) in the Northeast and have been evaluating the different paths of joining a large development firm as an Associate or pursuing a role at a boutique firm in NYC. For context, I have 4.5 years of finance experience outside of real estate (BB bank & PE), but I'm currently gaining necessary RE skills through school / will be equipped for the roles I'm contemplating. My concern with large firms is the potential of being siloed, and I feel they may not present the same opportunities for major career growth as sometimes found in smaller shops. Personally, I want more entrepreneurial responsibilities vs being in a very systematic, structured environment (big dev), but equally understand the value of experience at big shops & name brand and culture risks you take when you go smaller. Any and all candid experiences, perspectives on how cap markets may affect each role, and smaller shops to research would be helpful too. Thanks

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