Highest Ranked Comments In The Last Year

+2 I'm not sure it's such a big deal. PE is super busy, but you also have periods of downtime. overandout
+2 The funny thing is that banks don't want complete hardos though (or at least some banks don't, again to go full circle back to OPs original point).  Deal Team Six
+2 Sea Org easily. stonewall212
+2 i would take northwestern cuz of buyside placement but realistically you're gonna get the same job from both schools lol. i have friends from high school at both schools and they placed well. Intern in IB - Gen
+2 Go look around at the real world and the real economy. Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+2 They know ball^ LendingFanatic1
+2 . Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+2 Analyst for your dad's firm Prospect in RE - Comm
+2 I heard Origin is currently being fielded as an advisor on a multi-billion dollar 3-way consolidation deal of the London, Ontario bar market (Delilah's, Ceeps and Jack's merger).  Prospect in CorpFin
+2 Gets harder with every zero VP in PE - LBOs
+2 Has absolutely nothing to do with height lol BoutiqueAsc
+2 you can do co-op / offcycle at schulich too (you can take up to a year off so you can do summer + fall winter summer (gap year)+ following summer for a total of 5 cycles)  ILOVEBANANAS123
+2 Not come across before but clearly people enjoy it. Perhaps more suitable for an ADHD brain that prefers music or fidgeting alongside cognitive function? - although just my own speculation. Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+2 These people are acting like Stanford is not the best school on earth lol. You can intern anywhere in silicon valley, sf, menlo, or nyc. Research Associate in AM - FI
+1 It’s trading below par because somebody thinks somebody else will sell it at 88. People sell for all sorts of reasons, and sometimes there is no bid. Research Associate in AM - FI
+1 WLB - Better than banking, but mostly focused on networking and sourcing. It's a lifestyle job where you're constantly trying to find out who's raising and whether or not you can get a shot to invest.  Determined
+1 Least obvious NLF shill, congrats on GS! Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 KOH directors cut is GOATED DTOWN34
+1 Bump, gl LendingFanatic1
+1 4-8 books/yr. exclusively non fiction. Most time spent reading online - articles/research papers/reports, I am a big fan of reading insight pieces and industry advancements. spreadsheeter
+1 It’s over Intern in Consulting
+1 It’s probably not relevant anymore but European LevFin team is strong and seeing good exits both for buy side and other banks. Analyst 3+ in IB-M&A
+1 Quick question on the personalization point. neriyi5741
+1 bamboozlednincompoop Ozymandia
+1 once you have work experience, the school gpa is meaningless. asmith_1
+1 Only "edge" I have ever actually seen translate to alpha/dollars was personal relationships partners had in a specific industry that allowed them to get ahead of things on the sourcing side  Mr Balloon Hands
+1 One of my close friends is in his mid-30s and is a naturalized US citizen who originally comes from a non-Western culture. He recently got married to a very pretty and sweet girl about 10 years+ his junior. Deo et Patriae
+1 Pretty sure he was an intern at Rothschild and didn’t get return offer  Associate 2 in IB-M&A
+1 I would have to start from zero again in terms of building a reputation and relationships with my team, and for what... just to have a better name on my resume? It didn't seem worth it. Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+1 This is well thought out and written - I appreciate commentary like this in these forums.  Addinator
+1 Good question although I’m not sure the delineation holds up. BX and KKR just staff more lean in the buyout midlevel, so I’d be more confident moving up at those platforms than the other two. flipcup
+1 I believe what was stated above is true; however, just slightly revising.  Manager in CorpFin
+1 Yes been at mine a similar period of time. Thankfully have managed to get into some sort of cadence. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 Analyst here You’re fine, don’t sweat it. The bank already cut intern class sizes, the offer is really yours to lose Analyst 3+ in Risk Mnmgt
+1 Q easily Intern in IB-M&A
+1 All of my back office has a master degree, if you are in Continental Europe, you will always need to do a master and 2-3 competitive internships at least, with most of them barely converting unless it is a BB or a small bo Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Yes, $120k base for new BAs Prospect in Consulting
+1 I can give you the MO to FO half of that directly, since I watched it happen a handful of times across my banks. themiddleofficeinsider
+1 It’s hilarious watching some of you all still tiptoe around the obvious fact that Trump is a moron.  Devils Advocate
+1 Anyone have info on Pickering Energy Partners? They have an analyst opening but it seems like their base is 85-95k and Bonus is 0-20k on Glassdoor?   Prospect in Non-profit
+1 Bump LendingFanatic1
+1 Anyone else notice this? Every single One Rock thread (and many MM threads) has the same "VP in PE - LBOs" (rank "H") showing up to defend/promote the firm with a silver lining, often quoting his "friend" who works there. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 Piss Abusement Park
+1 Can’t remember details now, but they were things I’d never even heard of. Extremely niche and complex aerospace crap. modafman1
+1 LMAOOOOO 😂😂 Prospect in IB-M&A
+1 The stage where you come on WSO to brag about it.  After that, never Ozymandia
+1 Are you sure you didn't just hear a party at fogo de Chao? Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+1 💩💩💩💩 This is false lots of superdays scheduled for next week  ckytcjgytrckhytfkv
+1 Tf are u talking about they laid off H1bs Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 …yes? Is this a trick question? Being fit enhances nearly every aspect of life. Hugh Myron
+1 Anonymous Monkey: Bro I need to work at WF what the hell Paradise Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+1 Their idea of building a close relationship with MD is letting him take her home drunk after social events  Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 Go drink a beer, good grief... JerryOfTheDay
+1 I’d be totally guessing but meaningfully less than equivalent at a traditional fund, maybe 30-40% haircut to MM comp but get carry??  SaaSChimp
+1 I think we’re largely arguing the same point but a broker can either make much more or much less than his “peer” on the ownership side. BostonCREdude
+1 My biggest tip would honestly be to start emailing off cycle, like now through August. PinkBananas
+1 Definitely not too late, I've seen guys make the move in their 40s. Just keep trying. MMPM
+1 Love your allegory purplewizard
+1 Current Principal in CorpDev here in a PE PortCo and can confirm numbers here. Sponsor probably exiting in 1-2 years and looking to cash out $1m. Principal in CorpDev
+1 Did the HW and assessment a month ago, but haven't heard back. Any updates??? monkeychamp27
+1 undersYou are a fool if you thought Trump is anti-war. He's anti-boots on the ground at best WeatherController
+1 Are their DEI candidates as bad as people say? Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+1 The comment Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 In all honesty, my primary goal is to learn as much as possible during my summer and analyst years. I’m concerned that Davidson may not provide the same level of exposure and training as other platforms. Intern in IB - Cov
+1 Above user is wrong.  Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 I think the problem is these guys come across as absolute chodes and they're publicly tying themselves to working at the bank. NuclearPenguins
+1 I don’t think the fact that u grinded it out and risked ur health doing so is a flex. Shoulda got the bag my boi 💰 apetrynamakeit
+1 Worse, UBS won’t notice if juniors go hungry Prospect in IB - Gen
+1 Czechia, Poland, Slovakia, Estonia, Lithuania and Latvia all have a much higher quality of life than anywhere in the US or Western Europe. Keep coping mw1337
+1 Based on the most helpful WSO content, here’s some insight into your situation and potential next steps: WSO Monkey Bot
+1 Sure, in 5+ years is that possible. But it would be no different for CLOs than any other sector, whether in finance (IB, PE, HF, PC, etc), or any other white collar profession (law, consulting, corp jobs). Managing Director in AM - FI
+1 Do any other banks do this? This honestly sounds ridiculous. BuySideIntern
+1 Be cautious about making accusations like "you people" without starting to sound coy.  ohyeahfinnancé
+1 Here are some that I've seen active in the market: Ardian, Axium, fengate, Ullico, northleaf, tiger, Ridgewood, basalt, DIF, igneo, MSIP, astatine Associate 3 in PE - Other
+1 I don't speak french but I do have a European citizenship  L.O.H.
+1 Yeah, would probably agree with that sentiment. There's always the chance that this will be like '08 for TPG, and they do end up recovering, but I think that's impossible to underwrite as a junior. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 BMOAN1~$70kTop acac152530
+1 There's a reason PE is called pain tolerance investing :) kuf135
+1 Vetted list! One company that truly belongs here is Junkies Coder junkies coder
+1 This is the way. Bonus points if you use crayons hardcode4u
+1 Chill she's just an affiliate partner lmfao Prospect in IB-M&A
+1 I am quite frustrated with the sheer amount of people I must churn through (and time I thus waste) to find just one who is remotely aligned with me. Ozymandia
+1 Strawberry Dreams / white monster s+ tier and most alani flavors Intern in IB - Gen
+1 Dunno about working for them, but I like their team a lot. Well respected in LMM consumer. m_1
+1 Accurate rooseveltfan
+1 why don't you first decide what seat you really want on the public side? Do you want to go do equity? credit? SM / MM? Top tier LO seats won't really hire you out of IB or PE directly anyways.  Investment Analyst in HF - Event
+1 Is it written in the job description? Is it shown in the offer letter? Assumptions about these hours aren't enough, they need to be written on paper. Which surprise, definitely wasn't. Prospect in IB-M&A
+1 This is actually a really cool idea 👍 sunilkumar1
+1 If your parents are angry about you dropping a class in order to secure a six figure salary right out of college (and that college was paid for by a scholarship) then they are being unreasonable. seekinthealpha1
+1 bump, have an offer for bnp afs for sa27, would love to know more about that group, comp, hours, culture, etc. ty! jaart
+1 has anyone heard back after the superday?? Prospect in IB - Cov
+1 I'd be interested in what is most productive. I hate running, and lifting has been a failure for me. Whatever1984
+1 Congrats on Evercore  uva demon
+1 Look into origination or structuring roles at banks or large energy companies to leverage your working knowledge of balance sheets, unique pay structures etc. Tandem21
+1 QAllenLionTree/RaineTidal Incoming Analyst in IB - Cov
+1 "it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God" studentmonkey101
+1 Facts Matchabee
+1 lake_michigan Ozymandia
+1 Sometimes infuriates me how lucky some people are. Founder defo had connections, insane of Lazard to sign as first client. We have used it at my bank for over a year, it was awful. Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+1 1 Buy and sell companies ER 15