Highest Ranked Comments In The Last Year

+2 Blatantly wrong. GTCR sent invites to interview for tomorrow anon857
+2 Why doesn't the NFL only draft kids from the SEC? NuclearPenguins
+2 U should stay in touch with them. Send an update on how you did this cycle. Say ur excited about the summer but remain interested in xyz firm full time. Take the time to thank them for whatever guidance they provided. AK6969
+2 Because you probably want a partially useful answer, get good grades (3.8+) and have an interesting focus: I've seen everything from biochemical research to data science to Russian foreign policy. Analyst 1 in Consulting
+2 You will pull your hair out over the bureaucracy  RBOB_squarepants
+2 Top and bottom tiers are accurate.  RBOB_squarepants
+2 Both are sweatshops that shouldn’t be a criteria. I think the main criteria here is just NY v Chicago. GTCR is the more prestigious group imo. SOFRsoGood
+2 If he gets there at all... tappedintonothing
+2 Based on what you described, is there an obvious larger firm you know already that could pilot a partnership or referral agreement? johnny-mnemonic
+2 WF FIG is paradise figenjoyer
+2 You’re doing everything right. This is arguably the worst hiring market in the modern commercial real estate industry. CEO in RE - Comm
+2 Maybe it's just my firm, but banking has been pretty good to me so far... Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+2 Overall yeah for sure. Only exception is EVR TMT NYC is insane. Super lean (they pick the top analysts in the summer class for FT since internship is generalist) and they cover all the coolest media tech deals out there. Prospect in IB-M&A
+2 Sorry to pile on the criticism. I don't think its AI slop but you need to be 5x more concise. Nobody who thinks it's AI slop is going to read your entire "this isn't AI slop" explanation. Tortuga Vallarta
+2 great tips and agreed, I definitely didn’t think it would be a quick switch at all especially in this job market. Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+2 You need to find a place that has the opportunity for coverage after 1-2 years if you plan to stay for a long time. You’re in a weird spot but you’d have no problem getting hired assuming personality fit matches. anonymous_IV
+2 I'm not understanding what you're saying here. " As a result, all these loans are extended into 2027 and 2028 and are cash-flow positive with the reserves we’ve raised." cragfar
+2 Enjoy life first lol. No high schooler should be dead set on consulting before taking a step in college. You're likely making an extremely uninformed decision based on some TikToks or something. Summer Associate in Consulting
+2 Moelis was easy. I found EVR / CVP / PWP hard af. All mental math and brain teasers, on top of very complex accounting. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+2 I’ve considered BD on the buyside but it’s a total black box and unfortunately I think they’re more like opps than dealmakers (bc those guys would be partners on the investment team) monk monkey
+2 background checks involve verifying your degree and any school awards you listed on your resume. CannedBread72
+2 I would start by not using your full name as your handle Intern in IB - Cov
+2 Take the new fund. $1.5b first time fund in this fundraising environment is no joke Intern in ER
+2 Age: Upper 30s YOE: 16ish years  Current Role/Title: Principal, LMM PE, Tier 2/3 city Total Cash Comp: ~$450K all-in  Married with some kids Capitol86
+2 yeah it's BS you can grind your way into a target school, grind your way into a top club and a 4.0 gpa and they won't even have a convo with you. Clubs are competitive too so I doubt he's socially incompetent. Intern in IB - Cov
+2 Has value but will never cross over into investing Partner in PE - LBOs
+2 You’ll be totally fine at any of these schools (assuming you put in the work, network, etc.) Personally, I’ve seen slightly less junior hires from USC vs the others, but still plenty of placement and nothing to worry about Managing Director in IB-M&A
+2 when you’re an ER analyst, you’re most often paid for industry expertise vs trading expertise. Research Associate in ER
+2 Not the OP but talked to some friends about this recently and think both markets are just there to co-exist. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+2 Having gone thru this personally on both sides, I would advise at least mentioning that you have some concerns on comp and want to talk openly with your boss. Partner in PE - LBOs
+2 Think you commented this on another thread very recently so not sure what your grudge is against this team but would encourage you to get over it. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+2 What in the chat gpt engagement bait ProbablyEngAnyway
+2 In my group the top bucket associate has been an MBA guy past 3 years.  0singles_litters
+2 ok the difference is quite big from 3.9 to 3.6/3.5. it'll def come across as suspicious for background checks etc. honestly at this point, gpa is out of your control. network is the only way you can make it in. blueberry_muffin123
+2 Follow your passion. You’ll be happier and if you go on to be an airline pilot for one of the big boys you’ll make good money. AngelOfMusic
+2 You’re definitely not late, and this is a really common point of confusion—especially if your frame of reference is investment banking. kelvinmadris
+2 Agreed with the above. Worked at a large MM firm (although not top tier MM) - hours were totally dependent on group and deal flow. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+2 Think you missed the liquid part  Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+2 Nope, we're all both sales/RMs. you get equal credit for upsales vs new sales.  Works at JPMorgan
+2 Worry about performing instead of severance if you get cut? What’s wrong with kids these days Partner in PE - LBOs
+2 See you women can’t even put up a united front. Do us a favor and go back to kitchen.  Intern in IB - Cov
+2 Sounds like you can grind. Now learn to hustle and you’re golden…  Director in IB - Cov
+2 Echoing above comments. Best bet is to lateral to a bank or group where you will work with PE firms directly. Hags28
+2 Seconding the opinion that appraiser is a great background for REPE. I'd say particularly for the portfolio management side of things. Associate 1 in RE - Comm
+2 Prospect in IB-M&AWhat platform have you tried for AI partners? YourMom.AI CRE
+2 Given the conservative nature of Europe, BBs weight stronger in EMEA compared to the US, with managemen VP in IB - Cov
+2 Unfortunately I think the real answer to this is firm dependent. I’m at a fund around the size you’ve described and we have an analyst program. VP in PE - LBOs
+2 Associate 1 in IB - CBWe tend to be a lot more qualified than American candidates Associate 3 in PE - Other
+2 I know this is an old thread but here’s some perspective from a current student at Bowdoin/Bates/Colby- webhooks
+2 If you're interested in tech finance, Stanford is a no-brainer. liquor_ihardlyknowher
+2 No company really prefers chap 7 these days. everybody has a lme or two in them. Management obviously doesnt want to get fired or lose control of the company during chap7 and probably has equity that would get wiped out. Incoming Analyst in IB - Restr
+2 Some offers have gone out from the AC last Friday, remainder on hold until after the final AC Anon6
+2 It normally is Chinese and Korean women  hankpim
+2 Sorry to hear you are dealing with it but you certainly are not alone.  GoodAsGoldman
+2 It's technically possible and has been done. IB is fairly degree agnostic provided your university is high enough quality. It certainly would be possible from Oxbridge or something. nutmegger189
+2 I hear Venezuela is looking for a new President The Fool of Finances
+2 in the tri-state many chinese and korean families picked american names based off names that were ubiquitous among ivy league attendees. they chose names intentionally to blend in and fit a certain preconceived status. Horatio Horatio
+2 . thefrenchanalyst
+2 M&A analyst probably the most anxiogenic job in finance so take it easy on yourself Huple
+2 VP in PE - LBOsJust read the excerptsOh nooo my steak too juicy my lobster is too buttery PrivateTechquity 🚀🚀🚀
+2 'The path' on WSO is commonly understood to be the 2+2+2 They are simply asking for the current version user231463
+2 Dude, I’m sorry. Are you crazy? If your girlfriend is keeping the baby, you better stick with ib for next summer. Don’t pmo. Prospect in IB - Cov
+2 RX IBD analyst program is tough. Know one guy who did that but he was younger and role might not be as much of a fit for you short term. Analyst 2 in IB - Restr
+2 Oh look, another mediocre virgin complaining about women on WallStreetOasis DEIty
+2 People are waking up the fact that a corrupted capitalism compounds into neo-feudalism. 80s and 000s greed / financial engineering with no consequences. 90s, cloud, and now AI tech concentrated wealth creation. recoveringalc
+2 He’s the most prominent Joo on Wall Street  Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+2 Agree with above re path has doors that naturally close and this is an amazing offer.  Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+2 So not only did this guy land a CIO role at another hedge fund. Principal in HF - Other
+2 Bruh.. No. It's like coming to a knife fight with a French fry Associate 2 in IB - Cov
+2 What do you want to do with your life? Do you want to run your dad's business or do you want to continue to work in REPE? You can make money either way, but either way you'll have to wake up in the morning and go to work. CRE
+2 Would any of you say this if it was your sister or future daughter that was the victim? Being male doesn’t mean he always “wants it” and being foreign doesn’t mean he is always out to steal money from JPM. BobbybananamA
+2 pls don’t lol [email protected]
+2 know a guy that was sent home to change shoes on their first day at a BB (sperrys) Horatio Horatio
+2 Did a combat mos in the Guard all through college and a bit after and even that is a bit of a committment. QuestionableExpenses
+2 Ivy students are usually dumber/worse interviews during recruiting  simplyapple2019
+2 Clarion know what they are doing they are not dumb. They will probably make out better from insurance.  pere797
+2 Thank you. Anyone know the difference between the different Citadel funds? i.e. is one purely macro / commodities, or does each have everything/just different allocation proportions? Analyst 2 in HF - RelVal
+2 Whats unfortunate is if you're one of the "good" ones as the amount of undesirable ones come in you increasingly get lumped in with them too  QuestionableExpenses
+2 Having worked in politics during a London Election Campaign (now doing Legal Internships/Insight Schemes at Technology Consulting Firms & Boutique Law Firms this summer as a STEM YR1), many politicians come from bankin londonraccoon
+2 Just want to say I appreciate you actually responding to my questions. Associate 2 in RE - Comm
+2 I'd like to see AI negotiate down bullshit change orders with a sub or navigate the hellhole that is getting a CO inspector out to a project in Philadelphia, let alone getting approval.  Bigbodybugatti
+2 ILOVEBANANAS123
+2 He's from Nepal, not India.  Regardless, what's the backstory on his past/stealing?  What was he tryna accomplish? Daemon145
+2 jews this thread : DEI colleagues are actually smart jews the other thread: DEI beckies are incompetent Prospect in IB - Gen
+2 May I ask what your "networking crazy" looked like in more detail? Did you just assume almost every banks would open again for FT and reach out to anyone you saw? zoombie8383
+2 Thank you, this feedback is really helpful. A couple of questions for you and would love to pm you for a more in-depth conversation. patientmonkey8
+2 PWP always gets glazed on this forum lmao. Everything PWP should be moved at least down 1 tier. Exits have been awful. And Guggenheim should def be in line with rest of Barc.  Prospect in IB - Cov
+2 No one cares, just drop a note to HR or whoever coordinates this stuff and say family emergency or was sick. Not that deep get back to networking and studying technicals. Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+2 Email Petraeus politely and ask if you can work for him at KKR. Email Feinberg politely and ask the same re DOD. Then transition into Cerberus. You get my drift WSRaider
+2 Ask your current bank to make a fake bonus pay-slip. Easy. Let me know if your need any more advice maverick. investmenttbanking
+2 In a similar boat. I spent a year in IB at a top group and then joined a small secondaries / co invest shop. Now want to go the HF route but unsure I would be able to get any looks. Associate 3 in PE - Other
+2 There is something contradictory about asking others for "the path". If it is truly your path, you have to discover it yourself. If someone else can guide you to a "path" then is probably the wrong path for you. GS under Blankfein
+2 There are so many applicants for IB that they have to just take people from targets vs s&t has less applicants so they can let some non targets enter the second rounds. anonymous11pw
+2 I think the biggest takeaway is getting the accounting and tax side involved early. jakeripley
+2 It still creeps me out, but my few Waymo experiences have been far better than most Uber experiences.  CRE
+2 Same here lol not because I’m not prepared but it’s just easier to sneak out of office on the Friday. Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+2 Yes they have been one of the top banks in past 10Y (even though I wouldn’t really even compare them to banks bc phys is so large), however they have been declining recently (24’-25’) per bloomberg: “…at the beginning of 2 anonymous11pw
+2 if this is how you respond than you didn’t deserve an offer in the first place , stop being such a soft little fuck it’s disgusting jonesjonesjones
+2 Anyone who believed this story at any point needs to get their brain checked - knew this was fake as soon as I read it ky9xnsz
+2 No problem. I know when I was applying to Vandy, there was not much information about the program so happy to add information for others who come across these threads. As for your questions: coolmowgli52