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+1 Niche but genuinely fascinating. The booking desk DTT angle is something I have never seen addressed cleanly anywhere. Following this thread hard. Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Congrats! That’s a monumental achievement. Summer Associate in Consulting
+1 Very helpful commentary for Associate recruiting - agreed. Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+1 Have you looked into balance sheet lending? Definitely more chill, and your skills will transfer over easily. Associate 3 in RE - Comm
+1 Grok said DeepSeek Anonymous Monkey
+1 Totally reasonable to prefer WLB over REPE hours. I would suggest avoiding consulting though if you want better WLB.  Assist. VP in RE - Comm
+1 I'm a generalist and what I like is the opportunity set is always changing and you swim towards wherever the opportunity set is. I.e., if you were a consumer or healthcare analyst over the past several years ... Investment Analyst in HF - EquityHedge
+1 you thinking of a revenue retention analysis?  Froggo
+1 Someones getting fired.  Froggo
+1 bump stonewall212
+1 del Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 bump 99twotwo1
+1 Has anyone heard back on the ASO Opening for their Industrials & Business Services? I applied a few weeks ago but I have not hear anything yet.  Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+1 Any thoughts on development? I would say it’s much better WLB than traditional REPE. It’s also intellectually stimulating and a good mix of work. Associate 1 in RE - Res
+1 Just some advice, be careful of the type of energy you attract in your life my friend Some people don’t take lightly to these kinds of jokes Intern in IB - DCM
+1 Feel this. Left when I realized the money just wasn't worth it as I had already "secured" my retirement in a way. Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+1 yup, that is industry standard XXZOP
+1 Couldn't never hurt but good luck getting one. XXZOP
+1 2 weeks seems a bit long XXZOP
+1 What monkey suggested you could finish the SIE with one day of studying? Probably takes around 30-40 hours so you'll need a week  XXZOP
+1 why? fake_human
+1 Very heavy fees and tight spreads, ROE gets crushed with even very modest assumed increase in losses. I’ve spent a decent amount of time on the space and is a value trap IMO. notsospecialsituation
+1 Yes, because that's where you try to find a future wife... PrivateTechquity 🚀🚀🚀
+1 This is anecdotal so take it with a grain of salt. Works at USAA
+1 Move to an operator/developer. Generally better WLB and your experience will be viewed as highly valuable.  ThatGuyBalls
+1 Doctor, banker, lawyer, software engineer, sales, C-suite at SMB or non profit, partner at accounting firm, certain mid level medical professionals, entrepreneurs, firefighter or police officer in certain cities… there’s l gfour
+1 That’s not how things work lol, but in your scenario, what would become “the new IB”. rolo25
+1 Recently switched from a Municipal Advisory shop to a top 6 (by assets) commercial bank, so take with grain of salt. My group is underwriting & labels my role as a Credit Analyst III. Work split is approx. DaveAdvisory
+1 PrivateTechquity 🚀🚀🚀Dr. Pepper is the master beverage My friend who is a poker pro loves DP.  Isaiah_53_5 💎🙌💎🙌💎
+1 if I was forced to pick yes between coverage and M&A  yes, coverage is still better. Some of the other M&A technicalities you’re gonna learn on the buy side anyway Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 Water ojapar20
+1 This joke is too advanced for this forum. ojapar20
+1 Why specifically Norton? Also, do I need prior finance experience to land a corp finance role? I really don’t have any sort of background in finance other than undergrad accounting & micro+macro econ. gmankingsman
+1 Barclays as far as I know still has a standalone M&A product team aftermath53
+1 You have a degree in a field that will be critically important in the coming years and you want to pivot to IB? Are you sure about that  Prospect in IB - Restr
+1 Just looked at some linked ins, a guy lateraled to NYC Lazard HC team in January, and a 2025 lateral to moelis HC in SF. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 I hate to sound like the AI fear monger but coming from personal experience tech is fucked. I went to a top 3 uni for cybersecurity, all coursework, labs, and research projects could be done completely with generative AI. gmankingsman
+1 Isaiah_53_5 💎🙌💎🙌💎My friend who is a poker pro loves DP.  Please... never abbreviate it... PrivateTechquity 🚀🚀🚀
+1 I’m not completely sure whether or not IB is cooked at the junior level as it’s not my field of expertise, however, my logic is that a front office/client facing (in any org/field) role can never be completely automated (u gmankingsman
+1 what are the top groups at TD? Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 has anyone else actually received a spd invite other than the one person? terantula
+1 at M and agree bains tries to push their “good culture” and PE practice a bit too much. Their PE practice is not even as insane as they say but anyways. culture can be a weird one. Analyst 1 in Consulting
+1 Bump and interested in the Boston/NYC offices Prospect in IB - Cov
+1 reddemon leoescobard
+1 focus on recruiting and be open to recruiting for small regional mm/lmm firms too. Teller in Non-profit
+1 Intern in IB-M&AThe top team at DB, very sharp and sweaty. Very strong in services Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+1 Flow products e.g. EMFX spot or options, EM rates. Something you market-making in frequently. Avoid structured desks e.g. EM SSA.  Emerging Monkey EMBA
+1 Anyone get an interview? Just saw someone create a thread curious George 2345
+1 Could you elaborate more what you mean? I think I get some of it vanilla_twilight_options
+1 Slightly more nuanced take here. Director in IB - Cov
+1 It’s a new program they introduced this year. Like any diversity event, just go out there and network with everyone at the firm, ask good questions. They’ll keep tabs for next year. IWorkMoreHours
+1 How bout u selank maxx, how bout dat Analyst 2 in Private Credit
+1 It truly seems counterproductive given how wrong it is - they would be better off focusing on refining the search function with AI instead. acardboardmonkey
+1 Man what does this even mean..? baboune
+1 Long story short, I think the correct answer to your question is ‘it depends’ Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+1 who cares Director in RE - Comm
+1 Personally I think going full tuxedo is the safest way to secure a return offer Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Most laypeople in the world don’t give a shit about where you went to university unless it’s Harvard or Oxford. Associate Director in CorpDev
+1 Wouldn't surprise me if they used it more years ago when they were junior. NewIndustryHorizon
+1 Not in VC but think I have a decent pulse from conversations. I'd say ivy/veteran/IB is a strong background for a VC move. As you mentioned, VC doesn't have a structured recruitment process like IB does. bddjfj1345
+1 mentally toggle different variables to see if you can predict how that changes a result. ShooterMcGavin11
+1 Very good at what they do in all things credit. Pays well if you are good but won’t be afraid to cut you. newkid2019
+1 Banana after 5y since this post is live please olamiemie
+1 I hear your point. I’m pretty dead set on pivoting or at least attempting to, I can always fall back into tech. gmankingsman
+1 It’s all relative, I wouldn’t sweat age. I’m 27 and would take an analyst 1 role in a heartbeat. Would still earn more than most my age. nontarget_sad_boy
+1 Uber for sure has a moat. There was an App in NYC that offered cheaper rides and more money for drivers a couple months bank, and Uber had their legal/political mafia dismantle it within a month.  NahFAM69
+1 These are very different shops.  KPS is a solid shop with strong returns but very sweaty. Great learning experience but be prepared to grind.  VP in PE - LBOs
+1 Congrats on Gugg! mulchygatorade
+1 I did my undergrad and MBA at a school in Cambridge PhantomGhost
+1 you basically need to do an mba at a top school to break in now PhantomGhost
+1 What’s your DSCR with / without the WHT? If it collapses for this reason alone your deal is pretty cooked as we say on this forum… CEO in PropTrad
+1 congrats on HBS! Associate 1 in PropTrad
+1 Think it is also priced with a startup element to it which is the TAM which makes the value deviate from the usual valuation that people are used on mature businesses that IPO GS under Blankfein
+1 Imo this is better model. And this will be the ultimate group ranking.  jalenbruhsen
+1 Horrible take man. Please Get some help my guy.  nachocheese
+1 Would put MidCap inline with industrials/tech/ business services given amount of sponsor sell sides that team has. Gives a better analyst experience Assistant in Acct - Audit
+1 Why would you consider SVP to be one of the most desired spots in PE? It's a distress shop, not a PE shop. VP in PE - LBOs
+1 congrats on mid cap! Prospect in IB - Gen
+1 I remember when Lev fin used to only be in Charlotte  Senior12345
+1 Of course. What an unusual question Count WACCula
+1 Is cold calling via LinkedIn with the groups you mentioned optimal for building an IB network? gmankingsman
+1 Focus on getting the return. Only thing that matters these next two months. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 In your opinion, what’s the most important candidate factor for acceptances into prestigious MBA programs? gmankingsman
+1 It depends on what your priorities are. If a six-figure job in NYC with a (decent) path to promotion, and no weekend work, sounds appealing — go to DCM and stay there for a career. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 I mean no shit man but I'd like the process to be more fun if possible. It's not like having friends is gonna make me eat shit. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 any news? martinioclock
+1 Welcome back BottomBucketHardo Intern in IB - Restr
+1 They’re in both CLT and NY, but mainly CLT. NY team sits on the 11th floor (I think) - a trading floor and it’s very quiet. Culture is said to be “getting better” …interpret that as you wish. Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+1 Very cool. I have no data I could provide you, but this is a very interesting and respectable pursuit Bump + following Associate 2 in IB - Cov
+1 Theres your answer  chromium73
+1 To transition from a temporary buy-side role to a permanent position, here’s what the most helpful WSO content suggests: WSO Monkey Bot
+1 PWP rents this massive yacht for the entire firm In NYC and takes it out with food, drinks, DJ Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+1 UBS did this Intern in IB - Gen
+1 Good: yacht parties, poker nights, rooftop bars, fine dining etc. Shit: NYC scavenger hunts in 90 degree weather, cramped escape rooms with people who don’t give a shit and just want a drink/food Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+1 FWIW, my friends in sponsors all say good things. The new Credit Suisse people pushed back on work spilling over onto Saturdays since over at CS it was formally protected. Associate 2 in IB - Cov
+1 When I was interviewing for certain internships / FT positions, I was already a decent modeller and had a good idea of corp fin fundamentals. Associate 1 in IB - Restr
+1 EVR is far from flat at this point. If you’re looking for flat and fast progression would look at the more recent entrants from the last few years that are actively building out Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+1 No Intern in IB - Cov
+1 FWIW GPA will hurt since they have a screener, I would say talk to them during their info session and see if you can make yourself better. Try to take as many summer classes to pad your GPA. Prospect in IB - Restr
+1 Getting into GSIF will set you up really well. From what I have seen as a student, it's all about writing a good pitch that is differentiated from broader market view and being able to prove it. Prospect in IB - Restr