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"rrefinn" What are the most exclusive firms and how does one land a job at these top PERE firms?

Prestigious* in WSO nomenclature

Be prestigious and you will be in the prestige for the prestigious hiring of the prestigious company, thus creating a virtuous cycle of prestige

“The three most harmful addictions are heroin, carbohydrates, and a monthly salary.” - Nassim Taleb
 

Prestigious: Carlyle Blackstone (tough culture though) KKR (insane hours but they make it worth it) Apollo

Best Places to work: Cabot Properties (great culture/in Boston) Crow Holdings (top culture/reputation in Tx) Hines Related AEW Rockpoint

 

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