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+2 Escp only takes like a 100 each year (7% ish acceptance rate) and the outcomes are quality. I'd move it up one group.  Bander77
+2 Returns will be lower across the board compared to the past. Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+2 Left the GP world at a top 10 PERE firm for a pension fund, and it was the best decision I've ever made. Assist. VP in RE - Comm
+2 I think a lot of the tension between H1B workers and American employees has escalated recently, mainly due to the weak U.S. job market and the high youth unemployment rate. vepesax950
+2 Last year, there were waves for R1s. Then, probably 40 - 50 invited to the Superday in June. Could be different this year tho. From what I heard, interviews vary based on the interviewer.  xkz123
+2 bro i used to crank all the time but it's hard when there's shit on the wall, ruins the whole mojo Invalid_CREdentials
+2 Spot on. I'd also add that a lot of MBAs don't really appreciate how many hours and how bad the workload is, even after spending years trying to get into banking Associate 3 in IB-M&A
+2 No - hope this helps  Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+2 The thing about this development cycle that is fundamentally different than the 90s is the utilization.  There is essentially zero dark comptue nodes anywhere right now. ioncewenttoschool
+2 Sure, they manage a few big positions for the hedge fund and do work. But a lot of hours spent covering par names. Analyst 3+ in IB-M&A
+2 I love how I’m getting monkey shit thrown at me as an Israeli American Jew who’s talking about my lived experience as if what I’m saying is invalid because y’all refuse to see the perspective of Jews. Matchabee
+2 Now 18 months in the gig and i am feeling the exact same thing. My interactions with women, and frankly everybody else outside of finance, have only been going downhill since i started. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+2 There are more JS software engineers than the entire MF PE population.... we can't compare the top of each field? Not even comparing to your JS QTs but rather only the SWEs. Works at Evercore
+2 He's trolling you retard Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+2 Just giving an update for ppl: i did TI on 20th (delayed by 3 days) but knew people who did it week before. Seems there's been 2 ACs (24th and 17th Oct) and there'll be another one on 31st Oct. wahala251
+2 Based on this thread, multiple people confirmed this is true. I double-checked the VC forum, and there’re also people there posting about the same thing. What makes you think this isn’t true? VP in PE - LBOs
+2 In my opinion, we may be experiencing an AI bubble not because AI won;t be useful, but because the market seems to be pricing in radical productivity gains on a very short timeline, perhaps within just one to two years. sappy
+2 I don't limit their screen time at all. I've found that trying to do so will only make them more curious and more resistant. Instead, I focus a lot on trying to get them interested in other things. usernameladiesman217
+2 go do premed we in a doctor shortage rn Prospect in IB-M&A
+2 What about Mesirow? [email protected]
+2 Tonyt22 VP in IB - Restr
+2 Agree with the above comment. The only clarification I'd add is that deal experience does not mean closed deals (although we all love to close deals). Count WACCula
+2 I'd almost agree, but I'd say this was happening before covid, it's just that covid was really the breaking point. When I was in HS and college, reading whole books a semester was normal. usernameladiesman217
+2 Yeah agree here. This lawsuit by her is more of a cash grab than bringing actual change. Everyone knows the culture won’t change. This is just the end of disability hires lol wendeezpeanuts
+2 Respectfully disagree, I am someone who was looking for the product to pay for in the first place. Otherwise I wouldn't have built any of this stuff. I didn't do it out of boredom, I did it out of a personal need. Matchabee
+2 Echoing one of the former replies - I don't think you understand the actual job they do... SOFT2theMoon
+2 Grades are important as it shows that you took your education and yourself seriously and had the discipline to stay focused to get the results which lead to success. adam_30
+2 Damn imagine if she started this thread to get free publicity… that would be very very well played  Intern in IB - Gen
+2 Number of hours you work doesn't necessarily correlate to higher pay. Paralegals work insane hours for little comparative pay. Equity research associates at smaller banks work insane hours for little pay. Analyst 3+ in IB-M&A
+2 Thank you for your insight! sabe_2243
+2 YES THEY CAN IsItREPE
+2 The NOVA to UVA guaranteed transfer admission is great value, and you are absolutely right to pursue that path. The first step is undeniably making sure that you actually qualify for the transfer. Intern in IB-M&A
+2 Recent ILR alum. Intern in IB - Cov
+2 Sorry these people told you about their military training and work with the Party? Or are you just observing some people who happen to be Chinese and insinuating the above? acardboardmonkey
+2 Neither one of us can prove what developers are underwriting so this is a moot point. Anyone can plug numbers into a proforma. fluffnstuff
+2 Most popular groups are M&A CSA REGLL and Industrials in NYC. Would preface that we dont really have an industrials group, its mostly just chemicals and mining. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+2 1) They could be short the company.  kil
+2 How long has it been since the verbal offer?  CRE
+2 i def agree w/ sentiment above about trying as best as you can for RO although ill share story as i just came out of FT recruiting w offer at MM  Analyst 1 in IB - DCM
+2 Great question and glad you asked. LinkedIn cannot stop users from manually accessing the DOM, copying and pasting it outside of LinkedIn or on their own machine, and then doing whatever they want with the data. Matchabee
+2 dibgeds: senior_associate@goldman_stanley
+2 no because its an industry with parabolic returns. Research Analyst in AM - Equities
+2 Don't lose any more sleep than you're already losing. I've been to these meetings before, and if your MD knows these guys, chances are they're mostly talking about portco performance. Associate 3 in IB - Cov
+2 Yep, exactly, I think having some money lying around through saving ~1.5k-ish a month is much more needed than focusing on the 401k now because you never know what emergency might pop up. Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+2 I work in healthcare PE and only go to university affiliated healthcare for myself. PE is terrible for healthcare services SOFRsoGood
+2 ABGs, come find me for wall street secrets. Analyst 1 in PE - Other
+2 Idk man, have you worked in PE before? Not saying IB is heaven, but a lot of what you said here also applies to PE. kuf135
+2 We could be here forever if you want to argue what career is "better" out of banking, law, medicine, engineering, etc. but that's a waste of time since it's too subjective.   rolo25
+2 Edit: Accidentally replied to myself.  Matchabee
+2 I was in a similar situation at one point and was interested in neuroscience research and emailed 3 neuroscientists at a prestigious hospital and got one interview and one offer to do research in neuroimaging analyzing dat Isaiah_53_5 💎🙌💎🙌💎
+2 really suprised blair isnt on here, regardless of recent news Intern in IB - Cov
+2 Something honest about an MBB guy being annoyed at how business-ified the airport lounges are eh SOFRsoGood
+2 If it was printouts for a pitch then I am sure the discussion didn’t go past slide 3, and no one is reading past slide 5 Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+2 Agree with others that you should steer away from this place. It’s a sweatshop without any deal flow to show for it Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+2 noted, thanks bonjourtovorisch
+2 extremely bad take and top teams using claude across many diff types of workflows HFPM15
+2 Stepstone is known for its low pay, just like all prestigious firms… VP in Private Credit
+2 Sorry to hear about the situation but you still have a very strong profile (target, high grades, MBB internship).  Associate Consultant in Consulting
+2 30 yo, $1.4mm, took 2 years for MBA. Scholarship for undergrad and all loans for MBA Associate 1 in IB - Gen
+2 Sounds good, so you could try lateraling them Separately, what is your long term plan? Associate 3 in IB-M&A
+2 Cool? So I pay rent in dollars per hour worked then? The restaurant on the corner I can pay based on my per-hour income? My mortgage gets paid in dollars per hour worked?  jl12
+2 If you have been working for a while you genuinely should have been learning stuff on the fly through practice and observation Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+2 let me get a banana tho ILOVEBANANAS123
+2 Standard definition in public markets of FCF (which is always LFCF in public markets) is simply CFO less capex (per US GAAP — note in IFRS cash interest can be outside CFO / in financing section).  Managing Director in HF - Other
+2 Completely firm dependent. At Elliott it is a true buyout team; they own Nielsen, Barnes & Noble, and a few others I can’t recall. Managing Director in HF - Other
+2 The reality is that H1-B, L-1, F-1, etc. are all slowly going bye-bye. As someone else mentioned, I think your best bet is home-country and keep your ear to the grapevine here as well. But the trends don't look good. brianplord
+2 The buyside scarcity argument is overstated. rolo25
+2 I think the most important things in order are: bank, school, group (assuming you aren't in a capital markets group), and GPA. Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+2 Ok that's good, I think the UK schools accomplish that goal. hutcointraders
+2 Thank you for doing this -For some context, I am an AN1 in what most people would repute as a top team. What are the best resource / books / literally anything that you found very useful to know / study? Anon_____
+2 Is this the same Isiah that has been a big WSO user for like 10y++? Seems like same profile pic and diamond emojis in the name SOFRsoGood
+2 Midcap IB (everywhere, not just at wells) is basically just a cost center for corporate banking groups, so they can say they offer investment banking services.  Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+2 It's really all situational (based on specific city, how far in advance you booked, what airfare class the sponsor suggested or booked for you). SaaSChimp
+2 Dallas has much more old money wealth. There's something like 20+ billionaires in DFW versus less than 5 in Atlanta. Southern_cre
+2 Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some insights and suggestions for your situation: Finance-Related Opportunities in Smaller Cities: Regional Commercial Banks: WSO Monkey Bot
+2 Yes have heard from them and interviewed. Very different type of fund and they are looking for a specific type of person. I’ve spoken to a couple of partners and my friend knows the founder. I didn’t get past first round. local_finance_bro
+2 If you want to do banking - go for it, man. Your maturity should be viewed as a strength and you'll be a VP in your mid 30's Senior VP in IB - Cov
+2 I left a UMM as a Sr. Assoc. after three years as Director of Corporate Strategy, but sharing as my role shifted to a mix of that and Strategic Finance/Corp Dev. Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+2 Just skimmed it, seems like an honest attempt at a student pitch. OP, you're comparing your singular personal preparation to an entire group. Associate 3 in HF - Other
+2 Bitcoin is really the only cryptocurrency that has grown significantly in value over a respectable period of time, and will continue to. brianplord
+2 Does anyone have Ken Griffin’s email?Want to send him my L/S pitch. Burke
+2 Honestly, if you've already landed a reputable SA '27 hotel PE internship, you've captured a huge portion of the career value that motivated you to attend Cornell in the first place. rogershe
+2 Appreciate the comment. 1) Uncommon as you mention but would you be able to name a few that do operate with more flexibility or scope for creativity? Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+2 I think we are starting to see the effects of institutional investment in sports. A good case study is the recent Jaylen Brown trade. Any 2 IB - Cov.
+2 Have you ever read Every Good Endeavor by Tim Keller? I would highly recommend it prior to starting. Studentofthegame
+2 I've taken it. Template-based Excel with locked cells and blanks to fill. You'll need to download their firmware first. Investment Analyst in HF - EquityHedge
+2 After having a return offer from GS/MS/JPM. I was basically fast tracked to every single final rd AC at EBs like CVP/EVR/PJT. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+2 Very sorry to hear this - you’re far from the only person in this position right now. Bud Fox 22
+2 That's just the wrong question to ask. There is no 1 sector team/analyst across Capital. Some tenured analysts/PMs cover boring sectors, others cover topical sectors.  Investment Analyst in HF - Event
+2 Principal in PE - Other miscer
+2 Damn, so do you advise i aim for 100 calls? I’m trying to reach 100 calls by January before a lot of apps come out, and currently at 35 calls done. wso warrior
+2 Javice had said in an interview the key challenge of her startup was scaling and sustainable growth. FinnesseGod
+2 Hey, current in a banking adjacent role at a BB. Something blended between the FICC floor and Banking. newthing1234
+2 As a former banker-turned-RX consultant, I thought I had bad hours in banking until I actually started having to track billables…. Director in Consulting
+2 Hey, thx for doing this. I have a few questions:  csgopro
+2 bump adawgski
+2 I would say more of your pros and cons are applicable in some way to MBB consulting too. Analyst 1 in Consulting
+2 Yeah I started with TTP. I think it’s probably good for someone who doesn’t use math or have any math experience. SearchLookFind
+2 ill bite. had friends at moe CSA and derrough was pretty much a legend in the firm, ppl not even in rx and not in ny knew about him too. Analyst 1 in IB - Restr
+2 Would just be sure to ask more questions and minimize trying to boast about your accomplishments. No one really cares about some analysis you did or some pitch that worked out. Amazon Prime