The news is out that a 25y/o former Inv Banker now PE Associate jumped off an apartment building in Murray Hill this morning. He was holding his work bag and backpack.
Remember that this is just a job, no money and no prestige is worth ending your life. You can always quit, and things can always get better.
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Man - heard someone jumped but we're sure he was a finance guy? RIP either way, agree this is just a job. Nothing wrong with quitting to focus on yourself.
Did anyone else notice this comment in the article?
"I live a few blocks from Jimmy's BBQ. They serve up scrumptious Dixie Chicken with steak fries. Wash it down with two drafts and you leave the place happy. I may visit tomorrow."
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