Highest Ranked Comments In The Last Year

+3 Decent list, but you forgot Benchmark (the GOAT), Greylock, and Menlo Ventures  PS: I work in VC nickelback_fan997
+3 I mean what exactly do you want me to elaborate on? Your comp is a pretty straightforward function of the hours billed x billing rate x revenue share percentage. VP in HF - EquityHedge
+3 Now imagine if you worked next to ~gasp~ a black person, and they got an offer!  Imagine how frustrating THAT would be. Ozymandia
+3 VP level recruiting still goes through the HH channels. im not familiar with principal+ recruiting. Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+3 Oldest university in the US which has had absolute dominance over global culture for nearly the past century. Intern in IB - Restr
+3 Don't think you realise how good 1/10 odds are, this is far higher than associates in IB/PE. Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+3 The whole point is to read so you can make judgement calls on the numbers - ie, if anything needs to be excluded or included and how that affects the business as a whole etc. Analyst 3+ in Private Credit
+3 Thanks. Challenge is working on those deals without taking time away from underwriting regular staffings. And at some point folks will be mad if you say  no to your boss’s deals but do your own. Senior VP in PE - Other
+3 I use Netscape and Microsoft Office suite, the F1 button has an integrated customer support feature sirocco2026
+3 del cantthiink
+3 I think it's clear that companies are just groups of people acting in mostly their narrow self interest  GS under Blankfein
+3 I would look specifically at public investing first firms that also have a private market strategy.  Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+3 It is still good - I would post even more positive things about UBS but don’t have time given how much deal flow  VP in IB - Cov
+3 Yes and no. Moats are important but the what has also happened particularly in software PE is firms have used “high quality” moats to justify paying any price for an asset. KR8000
+3 While I cant speak for this comment just read a bit about what a constant lack of sleep, high stress and unhealthy lifestyle (sometimes combined with heavy weight gain) will do to your body and mind in the long-term.  VP in IB - Gen
+3 Why did you need to use ai to help write this (it’s pretty obvious) Cardale Jones
+3 ah yes, sitting at a desk makes u immune to chronic stress and cardiovascular issues amazing take you fucking orangutan GS under Blankfein
+3 I completely agree. The accountability piece is huge. Rhonda.mangaroo
+3 The distinction between the levels is usually in terms of oversight , responsibilities, and autonomy. Each level gets overseen less, more responsibilities, and more autonomy than the one before.  VP in HF - EquityHedge
+3 Took me longer than expected to get back into the job market even with a masters degree. It’s hard out there and you need to network. If you’re just applying for jobs online, forget about it. IRR you ready to rumble
+3 Agree this places turn for the worse keeps somehow getting worse. Will end in mass layoffs… Associate 3 in IB - Gen
+3 They can leave right? Or bring it up in a room?  Why here? Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+3 S tier - NYC Elite Schools: St. Bernards, St. Davids, top k-12s (Trinity / Collegiate) Target Tier - CT / Westchester schools: Brunwick (lax S tier), GCDS, Riverdale Analyst 2 in IB - ECM
+3 Step 1 fire Marco Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+3 One of them Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+3 The way you usually (not exclusively, of course) look at valuing a renewable platform is that the heavy numbers - CAPEX and the future revenue streams - are fairly fixed, while the big swing factor is how you value the pro Donjosecuervo
+3 Rebuilds happened since 2021. UBS Tech flow has been down since then, the only thing it's been good for has been exits since then. Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+3 Shitty ass website. Complete scam Intern in IB - ECM
+3 rage bait level: expert preownedplantain
+3 It's also an easy catch-all to avoid giving harsher feedback. It's much easier to say than "we think you're stupid" or "you don't know the basics of accounting". MMPM
+3 Bruh it’s just another corporate job fiddling with numbers and slides. My friends and family could not care less. Kowalzky
+3 Yeah I was once in the middle market, but I exited to a EB (think Lazard, Moelis, Nomura), best move I ever made Analyst 3+ in IB - Cov
+3 The next best thing you can do is not to apply or take an interview with Citadel if you are only interested in the top teams. Beggars can’t be choosers, learn this early and live with it Benson Says
+3 Jobs that revolve around networks of high-end professionals (audit/law/IB/consulting) should be worried. Your network is full of smart people who will figure out how to use AI to save costs on you.  GS under Blankfein
+3 Know a guy who used to work there pretty well when it was much smaller (think like $1 billion of AUM) and have interacted with a couple others over the years. solar.banner628
+3 Work in MM PE London - and all seems quite typical and reasonable feedback. Quite a few points - but maybe try pick 3 and work on them, broadly seems like  Assist. VP in PE - LBOs
+3 25 deals in 24 months, with most sales to Strategics (OpenAI, NVIDIA, Nebius, Google, Meta, etc.). If you were an analyst there imagine how stacked your resume would be after just two years. TGB
+3 Congrats on looking like the the Hunchback of Notre Dame FailedInFinance
+3 My (personal) opinion throughout the recruiting process was yes. I would be willing to accept guaranteed trader positions at lower-tier banks in lieu of prestige at better banks (but worse desk fit). Prospect in S&T - FI
+3 MM IB is a solid place to start. Unless you have a BB/EB offer in hand, don't compare "oh but would I have better opportunities there" - it does not matter because that's not in your group of options.  Associate 3 in IB-M&A
+3 SWE is a terrible career in 2026, it's not 2010 anymore. SWE teams are already shrinking and will continue doing so as AI gets better. Supply of CS grads keep increasing as well. Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+3 This is like trauma porn no different than the woke Olympics 5-10yrs ago. There’s no 92nd percentile H1-B getting a job over a “99th percentile” guy from Georgia. It’s just not true. Analyst 3+ in IB - Cov
+3 I think we should all definitely take the career advice of an Analyst 1 splitaces
+3 Exactly, the funniest thing is these idiots would be the first to complain about delivery fees skyrocketing if NYC stopped being fueled by immigrant labor. yopierre
+3 will be fine coming from FIG Incoming IB analyst222
+3 It’s largely because Greenhill can now offer financing through Mizuho, and Mizuho has also introduced a number of sponsor relationships to the firm capybora
+3 delete this dude come on ms28brk
+3 While clubs are not essential for successfully recruiting for finance, it is pretty tough to make a case for picking Zeeba over GUSIF. The alumni network at GUSIF is far stronger and the placements are better. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+3 Seems like a great gig and comp honestly, its even better that they reimburse you for commuting. Feel like half of WSO would take this in heartbeat.  VP in RE - Comm
+3 I lost myself a long time ago brother, good luck. frownjalyen
+3 Or you’ll spend your time comparing yourself to people who started IB at 22, or people who were born into wealth and have been in the circle since their Ivy-feeder preschools. [email protected]
+3 This probably isn't a popular take here, but if the sports industry is your focus consulting will get you there faster and into a more interesting role than finance. Space__Cadet
+3 Sweatshop but will get a lot of transaction experience, have a solid rep in power space. As you noted they've been growing. Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+3 Bain SAC (almost Consultant) that will soon move to a MM PE fund (Investment Manager, but it is more like a Senior Associate position) in Italy here – I’ll share my perspective, but please take into account that it is tota rdp11
+3 Slow cookers and Sous Vide can make cooking incredibly easy and saves a good amount of time. Just set them up, go about your work, and check back in after the set time. usernameladiesman217
+3 maybe not at the summer analyst/ analyst 1 level but the office transfer + mba pipeline is crawling with non americans Intern in IB - Cov
+3 Work is a bit different. Generally bread and butter for Prop shops will be MM, but many do take directional risk(especially the larger shops like SIG or JSC). moomie
+3 trump obviously has zero principles and can't even execute deportations right. everything he does is to craft a false image he's doing something other than playing golf Intern in IB - Cov
+3 They haven't hit the desk yet. Speaking from experience 2 yrs ago training is not that hard. If this is true it's preexisting med condition for sure.Very unfortunate. Works at Evercore
+3 And they sometimes mean it literally: you're just not a good fit. morgantire
+3 Congrats on bigot wolfofwallstreetchestbeat
+3 its just a job bro Analyst 1 in HF - EquityHedge
+3 (1) There will be enough votes to make it happen. It is not in doubt (so long as it happens before the LLM bubble bursting).  jl12
+3 To me, both are true:  jmr206
+3 go touch the newly planted grass in copley lawn Intern in IB - Gen
+3 I'll tell you one thing, Chinese (American and international alike) are freakin weird, this has to be said out loud Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+3 There was a higher appetite from equity investors in LBOs to accept securities in addition to cash as takeover consideration which pushed the leverage, and complexity, of transactions as well. Principal in HF - Event
+3 And bro be honest, as it’s all over the boards here, you’ve been at this a year actively hate posting so you are not just “watching”. Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+3 I'd try to formalize some dollar amount that they're committing to the strategy and parameters for what they're willing to invest in. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+3 Sweaty culture, bunch of dorks there Intern in IB - Gen
+3 Ask her husband how much her father’s worth johnny-mnemonic
+3 I see where you’re coming from but I was at a pretty big disadvantage after just transferring in from a non-target compared to everyone else who were in top investment clubs (that streamline the process for you) that don’t Intern in IB - Gen
+3 Agree with absolutely everything. That's why I decided to leave finance, get my CS degree, and go work in tech. Matchabee
+3 depends on your personality and interests, as others have said. i've done PE (4 years) and HF (currently 9 years in). sick_willy
+3 MBB consultant here. Doesn't only apply to PE owned shops though. PE_prep
+3 Having a consistent workout routine - whether that's running, lifting, hybrid, whatever - improves your brain chemistry and makes you feel more sure of yourself. Consistency is key.  RedWhiteAndWho
+3 You're not making nearly enough money to feel this way lolol I say this as someone with parents that never went to college  Director in IB - Gen
+3 I work at a MM in tech and with a relatively good WLB as an associate. It's office dependent but my office is closer to a "lifestyle" gig than sweaty. It's great. Associate 2 in IB-M&A
+3 the real EBs... Allen and Co, Raine Group, Ardea Partners Intern in IB-M&A
+3 Hi - not sure if this is right, but from quick research it looks like “TACO” was coined in May 2025, about the time that X was coming to a head. PeterEater
+3 Will the real Mordechai Weiss please stand up? Associate 3 in RE - Comm
+3 Bro don’t get me started. He maaaay have gotten a bond tip here or there  Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+3 I applaud your confidence and you'll need that to be successful starting your own business. Genuinely not trying to be difficult or negative on the idea. Associate Director in IB-M&A
+3 I switched from one BB to another BB at the VP level. My interview questions were very easy.  VP in IB - Cov
+3 For ABL specifically, hours are very chill with WFH 1 or 2 days a week (team and office dependent). Deal flow is very strong (one of the top ABL shops). Poverty_Banker
+3 Hot take - relax, travel, enjoy life, and mentally prepare to grind. SaaSChimp
+3 … DealJunkie101
+3 Bro you aren’t IB, no shit you don’t have a bonus Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+3 There is nothing more american than immigrating to this country and working long hours for below-market wages to build a better life.  Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+3 I mean, it's better than nothing. I think it would be easier to gain experience and try and lateral to a tech boutique than wait it out and break into tech IB, unless he has direct connections. Bullet-Tooth Tony
+3 The loser overseas stalking US boards while eating popcorn instead of a good lunch is normal? Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+3 Finance is a beta profession now, and there is no longer money in it with rising interest rates, AI, and falling valuations. The last thirty years were a complete aberration. Pussy galore
+3 Semi-related, once worked on a deal named "Project Hadron" and somebody on one of the product teams sent some emails out as "Project Hardon" NuclearPenguins
+3 One deal the investment team took max leverage after buying into an industry doing ATH performance during COVID. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+3 I dunno man, tough one. Have you tried asking Grok? PrivateTechquity 🚀🚀🚀
+3 Do we really think migrants in NYC aren’t a net drain on taxpayer resources? They don’t pay taxes for Christs sake  Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+3 If they’re closed to external capital and charging higher than market fees, they’re either great or capacity constrained  Anchor
+3 I wouldn’t overthink the age or years of experience. Rhonda.mangaroo
+3 Do you think it's funny? Kicking that poor defenseless bank when it's down?  PrivateTechquity 🚀🚀🚀
+3 Paid more in terms of fees? Director in IB - Restr