So we have 3 updates on the WSO Company Database - a huge list of investment banks, private equity firms, hedge funds and other finance companies:
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We have added in a new filter under Industry called "Recruiting - Headhunters" that allows you to find recruiting firms in your area that specialize in finance (investment banking, private equity, hedge funds, etc)
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We still allow you to search and access all of the Overview pages, but to gain UNLIMITED access to 100% of the Company Reviews, Interview Insights and Comp Data, now you need to add one yourself (that's right, just one: //www.wallstreetoasis.com/wso-company-database) We are hopeful that this will accelerate participation and make the database more valuable for everyone looking for company specific data on interviews and compensation (all anonymous, not even tied to your username)
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We are about to hit 2,000 companies and counting....
Curious about a company? Check out the WSO Company Database and let me know your thoughts.
Thanks guys,
Patrick
Two things:
1.) When we write a review, is it attached to our username? or is everything kept anonymous? I'd be happy to review, for example, my own firm, but obviously don't want people to know or assume that "Nouveau Richie works at bank ABC."
2.) Is there any way to submit data without being granted the 15 banana points? I have wanted to write a couple reviews/input some salary data that I'm aware of, but don't have been disincentivized by all the points I would take on from doing so.
It is not attached to your username - we made sure that all data added to the database is not tied to the username - so when you see the content show up under the Recent tab, no username is associated with it. Same thing with Search.
We actually reduced it to 10 banana points. Why would this drive you not to post contribute? You don't want to collect bananas?
Any other questions, fire away.
Thanks, Patrick
Cool, thanks.
No, ideally not. Since the amount of SBs and MSs you get have a pretty high R^2 to your raw number of posts, I think it's more useful to think about site contribution in terms of SBs and MSs per banana point, and keep that in mind while writing a post. Therefore, inputting data in the database would be especially counter-productive because not only are you taking on excess points, but you have no chance of generating an SB return on those points because the option is unavailable (AND even if it were available, it would take more SBs to dilute the ratio than it would on a typical comment since 10x the amount of banana points are initially granted).
Idk though, I think I'm just weird like that. I place a much higher value on efficiency than I do on raw output. This is evidenced by the fact that I'm actually on the site all the time, but have an incredibly low volume of posts relative to said time. I could have 2.5-3x the points I do now if I decided to write "LOL" or quote "^this" in every thread I view, but don't because know that that adds no value.
NR, never thought of it that way....SBs give you an extra 3 banana points, you know that, right?
If you want, I can easily reduce your banana point count by 10x the # of entries you make....you can just PM me and it would take 2 seconds, so that way your Banana Point count doesnt go up for contributing.
I mean, really the point is to get SBs to accelerate your WSO Ranking, but I guess you prefer the ratio thing.
That work if I take your bananas away after?
Thanks, Patrick
Yes, but there's a mathematical limit such that the WSO Ubermensch would have a points:SBs ratio of 3:1. Therefore, adding lower-value content increases the odds that this ratio becomes diluted (which I'm obviously guilty of on occasion) and adding content with no chance of achieving a return (content in the database) absolutely fucks it.
I know, I'm weird, I just see things differently, haha.
Absolutely. I'll input what I know and then hit you up on PM, thanks.
Patrick -- Major props to the extent your thread title was meant to be a play on "Heroes".
NR -- interesting perspective. I always view my objective as to provide feedback/content which furthers WSO. If it results in more bananas / SBs, great. I'd hate to think that the userbase is missing out on your valuable knowledge due to the impact that sharing would have on your ratio.
Comp, never seen Heroes, so you can take away your major props....
On another note, we've had over 30 new entries into the database in less than 24 hours which is AMAZING. You guys really are saving the world...or at least saving WSO. I've invested a lot of $s in the WSO Company Database because I think it could be incredibly valuable and a great future compliment to the WSO forums.
Less people asking about interviews or comp at XYZ firm...they can just go to the Company Database. More interesting discussions on career progression, networking and advice on specific situations.
Thanks, Patrick
Impressive! So this is where WSO is headed. Do you want to create a job board eventually along with a massive company database? Is that where this going?
I didn't see how far WSO could grow with just Bananas and Monkey sh*t. But if you go in this direction there's a lot of potential.
OhYeah, we already have a job board :-)
http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/jobs
and Wall street Mentors: http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/wall-street-mentors-home
and a ton of other products service you can check out in the secondary menu....for discounts, check out here: http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/wall-street-oasis-discounts
I'll add stuff about the firms I've been at after work.
I tried to check and see if they were listed already and what info was there, but I don't see a link to view them (only a link to add). Am i just not looking in the right place? When I hover over database I only see options to add stuff.
If you click here: or on the link called database: //www.wallstreetoasis.com/wso-company-database then you can do a search for your firm. If it's not there, you can add the company or just let me know over PM and we'll get it in there.
Once you find your company, click on the name and you'll be taken to the overview tab with the option to add a Company Review, Interview Insight or Comp data, or all three if you want to make me very happy.
You only need to add 1 to get access to all of the other reviews and data in the database...and yes, even interns are welcome to do reviews. In fact, these can be helpful if they include information about offer rates from SA to FT.
Thanks, Patrick
NR: The actual SBs and bananas you have doesn't mean shit, everyone knows who is a strong contributor and who isn't. I'm pretty certain you are, on occasion... ;)
hey guys, just wanted to give you an update.
The WSO Company Database has exploded with new content since these changes....so if you are looking for Interview Secrets, compensation data or just a general company review at a specific firm, check it out.
Also, I will love you forever if you add all your past employment history / comp data. None of this is tied to your username and it remains anonymous.
If you still haven't gained access to the database by adding a review, interview insight or comp datapoint, what are you waiting for?...inside information on thousands of companies is pouring in. Keep checking back guys, we are making a major push here and think this could be an awesome resource. (for example, we are also asking about summer analyst to full time conversion % across firms / programs to give prospective interns a better idea where they have the best shot of gaining FT employment).
Add a Company Review, Save the World, Patrick
//www.wallstreetoasis.com/wso-company-database
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