Highest Ranked Comments In The Last Year

+3 Have you spoken to any former employees from the shops you're considering? I'd strongly recommend it. There are a number of UMM firms that are in tough shape right now. PEanon
+3 Out of the night that covers meBlack as the pit from pole to pole,I thank whatever gods may beFor my unconquerable soul. Deo et Patriae
+3 You are young. Life passes by quick, and the years you have with your health and the ability to explore your community, your self, and your world are scarce. jaxcut4
+3 This thread is very helpful as someone that left IB relatively early and now navigating the corporate world with some of the concerns already mentioned. Manager in CorpFin
+3 Thank you - really resonates Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+3 Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+3 I think it was around low 200s all-in for around 4-6 years of exp, I asked for higher and this was for non-NYC MSA.  Manager in RE - Comm
+3 I rarely got a reply from anyone I sent a thank you too including where I got hired. If he said he has a spot then it’s a matter of waiting or something has shifted within the fund and they may lose the seat. Ehmerica
+3 Yes man it’s exactly what I mean. All those people who are at whatever firms doing whatever are still no richer than the other and vice versa. Even if they do mfpe they still scrapping by . Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+3 Heard putting it all on black solves this problem ImagineSisyphusHappy
+3 All three are good brands obviously, but mentorship is important (and that's where the HFs/quant firms excel) - if your boss is a clown, then you will need to work extra hard to teach yourself to recruit externally. bobzen
+3 Just thinking out loud here but it’s not like you make the decision for the rest of your life. Say that you go straight to HF out of undergrad but end up finding it doesn’t suit you, you can pivot to wealth management. msalmon55
+3 I will bite - though I think this is something that would've came up in the interview process if they had intentions to promote you A2A. Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+3 Just to share my thought, I’m not even sure “high finance” is that high anymore haha. If you’re not in uni yet, honestly, I’d really encourage you to explore more options, especially in AI or tech. TBDZ
+3 Pick LevFin / TMT / Industrials. Avoid Healthcare, Consumer and Healthcare again. No one from Healthcare has ever gone to a decent shop.  Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+3 Based on my conversations, it sounds like it could be a very meaningful hit to WLB. Don't think it's uncommon for bad weeks to be past midnight for VPs. Associate 2 in PE - Growth
+3 As a "fake" MPhil Oggsford man, BA is what makes you a true Oxon. You are reminded time and time again - be it colleges available to you, societies, graduation robes, interactions within college circles etc. Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+3 Mentioned it above: IB -> PE -> Remote Corp Strategy -> more senior remote corporate roles. Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+3 The ability to sell yourself is one of the greatest skills one can have imo. Investment Analyst in HF - Event
+3 Escp hands down.  Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+3 You forgot the PE to HF equivalent here, which is Delta to CIA Special Activities Center. Less common but just as prestigious and the "next step" from Tier 1 SMU. Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+3 In general, after attending an HYP school, you realize that across the board, everyone is the same whether they go into MBB, startups, or investment banking. Intern in IB - Restr
+3 would you do HF even if u knew that after 5 years you're thrown to the streets after losing your job 3 times prior because the pods you worked at closed?  GS under Blankfein
+3 If you’re Canadian, your best shot at IB is GMAT > T15 > IB associate Why would you want to work long hours making cents on the dollar alongside DEI beckies that are only there to buy items from sephora zeroto100nrq
+3 Someone with OP's profile and only 4 months of noncompete would be an anomaly these days. MMPM
+3 You are focusing on DEI in recruiting. Wait till you get in and see how promotions get distributed out. Director in IB - Cov
+3 Google slides is paradise Associate 3 in RE - Comm
+3 Many cars could likely get the job done but you could be balancing other considerations we don't know. FinanceBrah
+3 Not getting an M&A return offer is a blessing  Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+3 Some degree of nepotism is necessary to fuel the desire to accumulate wealth.  miscer
+3 Sounds like a respectable amount of money for your age/experience and 0 PNL contribution.  What is the "political ceiling" if the guy 1 year ahead got double the TC? qnt12345
+3 Congrats on brown! Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+3 Ex-MBB, spent 10 years there. I’d take the MBB offer if you genuinely know you’re more interested in consulting. Ex-consultant in Tech
+3 Is this a serious post? You think healthcare tech is the same as biotech? m8
+3 I’m bullish and financially invested in the growth of MRI diagnostic centers (private pay and geared towards people 40+ years old - too many younger people getting cancer these days; AI advancements) and luxury senior livi odog @digitalimmortality.com
+3 Personally big believer in giving them times. I'm not giving you my schedule, you give me yours and I'll tell  you if something works. For example: Summer Associate in IB - Gen
+3 Step 1) US becomes the muscle/approver/international support behind the establishment of the state of Israel- the annexation of land, the displacement of Palestinians, etc. Corp_titan
+3 ken started at ubs. unlikely he will let his firm end up back where he started Analyst 1 in IB - Restr
+3 Dr. Rahma DikhinmahasTell me why it matters.  IsItREPE
+3 Larry - take this post with all due respect because your content on this website is quality and much appreciated, but, I've noticed a handful of posts you have made regarding getting your CFA. RE Associate 1
+3 Associate 2 in RE - OtherPersonally I find it very feminine to ask for money  Fellas, is it gay to be a rainmaker? IsItREPE
+3 You seem young, so there is plenty of time for more cycles to do its thing. It's good you are witnessing one right now as it's necessary for the industry and its professionals. Associate 2 in RE - Comm
+3 This is actually an important lesson for bankers and gets worse as you make more. Federal taxes on bonuses are generally withheld by your company at ~21% level which is generally way under what you actually owe. Quaneaser
+3 Count_Chocula CRE
+3 Ur mom VP in PE - LBOs
+3 Who needs a model either the vibes are good or bad  Principal in HF - Event
+3 My school had a UBS placement! Intern in IB - Gen
+3 This is an example of a person with a scrambled brain. Incoherent speech with no structured thoughts or any real thesis/argument Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+3 I use it to become "addicted" to working since that's when I usually have them in. Tolerance can ramp up pretty quickly (at least mine does). PrivateTechquity 🚀🚀🚀
+3 looksmaxing Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+3 We have access to Gemini. Can be pretty useful for administrative work (finding emails for buyer lists, desktop research, buyer profiles, etc). man_sized_meatballs
+3 The market has been shitty for 3 years now. I wonder when it will end. Associate 1 in IB - Gen
+3 Run a small business in a beach town and be content with making $250k in a VLCOL environment where I can golf and surf whenever I want. Fuck, that sounds kinda good actually. IRR you ready to rumble
+3 Check out @odog @digitalimmo Works at CBRE
+3 Lol Delta Force and it's not even close. You don't just get into DF being physically impressive, it takes quick-witted critical thinking as well. DF is a massive force multiplier wherever they are deployed. Raijin
+3 Honestly, if you’ve got an offer from Goldman’s corporate derivatives team, just take it. You don’t need to have your entire long‑term path mapped out on day one. Kevin W.
+3 These alpha models are only useful if part of a complete strategy that has been running live for at least a few months. If your predictions are a few seconds ahead then this is more of a prop strategy than a MM one. cp5670
+3 DEI gimmick after being son of a nigerian prince and going to westminster Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+3 Congrats on WF! user71182
+3 I'm only vaguely aware of the deal, but if I were a shareholder of either, I'd support it.  And yes the only 'value' is the 'synergies' .... of firing the people performing overlapping duties. asmith_1
+3 If someone can show me a single example of a banker lateraling from UBS to Piper (for a reason other than they got canned/pushed out of UBS) then there might be an argument here. Director in IB - Cov
+3 That’s certainly the bull case. The bear case is that there are way more AI native competitors, seat based pricing moves to outcome or usage based, and SaaS budget continues to get allocated to AI.  kuf135
+3 I posted at 9am on a Friday and I am a VP….so yeah I would fully expect everyone in the same scenario to have that “free time”. An AN2 posting pre 5pm on Friday is way more insane…shouldnt you have work to do? Director in IB - Cov
+3 Managing Director in S&T - Equities ERguy118
+3 NYU CAS is not a target school buddy rooseveltfan
+3 IBD, Citizens, Boston, May 26 DealFlowDan
+3 Not reading allat rooseveltfan
+3 Exactly, this new generation does not give a fuck about corporate loyalty / niceties and it’s refreshing to be honest. A candidate owes you nothing besides a fair trade of wages for labor and that’s it. liquidiot
+3 starterstackai asmith_1
+3 Rumor a grouphead was overheard saying if he could, he would offer 0 interns in his group Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+3 Work quality related, sometimes attitude too. I don’t think anyone would hold awkwardness against an intern though, at least not in my group Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+3 I joined venture out of undergrad but would say that it is a hard and unobvious path where direct recruitment seems to do more harm than not. anon_vc
+3 Why did you apply to ubs specifically, what can ubs improve on, recent deal ubs led, tell me a time you implemented an innovative approach to a project, valuation methodologies, additional comments DelusionalDave
+3 No, can’t. I’d rather work in Baird Anchorage than ever work a minute in the UK. Analyst0910
+3 Thank you for your response. I will be interested to continue this conversation over PM, which I will be sending in a minute. TheorPhysicist
+3 Probably Infra, FIG, Natres, Oil & Gas, Telecoms are the most technical. The reasons range from generally long granular models, or very niche specific modelling. Intern in IB-M&A
+3 care to clarify? nachocheese
+3 Just wanna give my take, and I'm going to go against the grain here so feel free to disagree / disgregard. I'd argue that people underestimate how hard it is to get into a good RX consulting firm nowadays. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+3 I wouldn’t frame it as “certifications are replacing degrees.” It’s more that the hiring signal is getting split into three pieces: degree, cert, and proof of work. Ex-consultant in Tech
+3 Can't speak from personal experience but I know some MF private credit internships who landed classic MS/GS IBD full-time in my days.  PEPrincess
+3 Deal flow is quite strong, though big group so not everyone can work on the headline deals, though easy to hide and chill for a few years as well.  Associate 3 in IB - Cov
+3 culture is horrible, every associate I worked with I genuinely hated. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+3 JAMMBO that thinks they're not --> bad culture  Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+3 Really depends on the fund, but if you're going to shoot for up-market I'd be willing to take Sr. Associate and just focus on getting a seat at a fund you like. Investment Analyst in HF - Other
+3 Just trying to make a point that if OP’s metric of success is wealth and status, and his problem is that there’s people “better” than him, then there is no winning until you get to the very top because those are the only p Prospect in IB - Gen
+3 Why would that  level  of  detailed information be on a website for everyone to see? Would be serving up the top guys to Dmitry and Izzy. Use your brain man  Analyst 1 in AM - Equities
+3 Agree the fundamental goodness of the business model in the consumer sector is tricky relative to others but I think that is largely reflected in the relative valuations of these businesses relative to other sectors. drypowder123
+3 Once again I arrive to impart wisdom to you kids. “You know the guy from pretty woman? I do that” You’re welcome SOFRsoGood
+3 Get through the first 2 years, then life starts to get better. Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+3 Overall it will have no impact, because 95% of single family rentals are owned by small time landlords with fewer properties than that.  allongo
+3 I was going to come here and rant about how the buyside sucks compared to a decade ago and how banking makes you more money, but you're honestly moving exactly at the pace that you should be. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+3 I landed my junior summer internship before anything sophomore summer, and ultimately I just didn’t end up working sophomore summer, because you really don’t need to. Analyst0910
+3 What size is the distressed fund? If it is of relatively good size, i.e. not a small shop, I would definitely take that role. Associate 2 in IB - Gen
+3 Got a BB graduate offer in London after no return offer from various off-cycles. Actually you can do a master in London/Europe and then recruit again for summer/grad here. guillaume.alexandre
+3 From the HF side, Claude is atrociously good. So much analysis that used to take hours (i.e. combing through credit docs, merger agreements, etc.) literally takes the LLM a few mins max to synthesise. monk_of_the_land
+3 Ok another comment removed. I'll post in chunks I guess. reddemon
+3 Ex MBB here. Honestly, you may not have done anything “wrong.” 9th decile Solve is strong, but it is not an interview coupon. Ex-consultant in Tech
+3 It’s a bit hard to opine here as you’ve not really provided much details on what you’ve been doing since 2023, but it sounds like you never landed a “real” career and built tangible skills? KR8000
+3 not at RBC but at a different hellish FIG sweatshop group myself - from my understanding based on people I know, RBC FIG is basically the worst FIG analyst experience you can get on the street. Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+3 I'm in a CoS role. Comp and equity at his range at a likely LMM PortCo seems fine for the hybrid COO/CFO, probably wouldn't characterize as admin pay. Analyst 2 in IB - Gen