Highest Ranked Comments In The Last Year

+1 Thanks, might be a sign. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 Unfortunate reality is that you also can't work your way out of underperforming portcos but are expected to because you have "control." But if the markets are bad, company is bad, nothing you can really do and only so much Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+1 For the most part - it's only a problem if you make it one, and start incessantly talking about it or showing it off.  Worst case - someone thinks you are an ass for spending that much on a watch. Addinator
+1 1 years old. You are not finding a job once you turn one. Analyst 3+ in HF - EquityHedge
+1 Ignore the title, currently full-time. Intern in PE - Other
+1 Yes you’re correct there truly is a dearth of U.S. citizens looking to get into one of the highest paying industries in the world. No one want to make $200k at 22 that would just be torture! Associate 1 in AM - Other
+1 Probably long hours 70-80+ Generic Banker
+1 All i've heard is mid comp chasing tiny deals but now with their insurance co. arrangement with Chinh Chu should be able to put more out to work but will be looking at more regular way transactions  VP in PE - Other
+1 Agree directionally but closer than you think, HL Chi focuses pretty heavily on manufacturing and not the headline bks that NY/LA get Incoming Analyst in IB - Restr
+1 Piss mara20
+1 I think you need to ask yourself: "Am I ready to operate in that type of environment as a co-founder where everyone will be looking to me for direction?" marlin_pardon2
+1 Buy a motorcycle. Didn’t work for me but it was worth a shot.  Pokemon Master
+1 Lolz NexPoint that place is a joke. Their REIT, NXRT, is such garbage. Everyone in Dallas saw that thing tanking.  Our brokerage shop refuses to send them deals. Our MDs generally look at the place as a joke. QueefLatifah69
+1 Bump yellowmonkey6207
+1 Canadian banks esp. TD Analyst 1 in S&T - FI
+1 Anonymous Monkey: Bro I need to work at WF what the hell Paradise Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+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 Piss Abusement Park
+1 Not a fan of Ukrainians Pierogi Equities
+1 There's a reason PE is called pain tolerance investing :) kuf135
+1 That’s the biggest factor for sure. Drove it into the ground while filling their pockets Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+1 I see where you’re coming from. My current shop is not reputable, it’s family office with a struggling situation and no name recognition, but it’s given me good experience ebitdonut
+1 It's called sarcasm, have you ever heard of it? Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+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 One thing that's been on my mind is whether software vendors should be evaluated the same way investors evaluate management teams. Hazel_Parkery
+1 perfect WSOBURNER69.
+1 They're brokers dude. You're already overthinking this way too much.  Works at Jones Lang LaSalle
+1 My biggest tip would honestly be to start emailing off cycle, like now through August. PinkBananas
+1 Without trying to patronise you bro, please look up what a Vocation is. You don't necessarily need to be religious etc finance1441
+1 Does Vista have good WLB? Heard it was horrible from friends that are analysts/associates there. I don't think it's Apollo level-bad, but culture/WLB seems rough. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 does anyone know when we hear back? jackson__684588
+1 Interesting to see which of the firms these guys talked about pre-08 have survived and thrived and which haven’t. asdf1248
+1 Pretty sure he was an intern at Rothschild and didn’t get return offer  Associate 2 in IB-M&A
+1 Deleted rivermonster
+1 Analyst 1 in IB - GenWhy is Wells Fargo’s BB claim so disputed while Barclays, DB and UBS are all considered BB and they are doing much worse? Prospect in IB - Gen
+1 Who in the right mind would marry a woman like that unless you aim to be cu*k Analyst 2 in IB - Restr
+1 Farallon tries to be lowkey but it is one of if not the best seat Investment Analyst in HF - Other
+1 As a Scandinavian go to LSE. Gainone1572
+1 Gorilla mind pretty low. For having the most nootropics on this list werollin
+1 Is ZOG inside your walls anon? larry david
+1 Quick question on the personalization point. neriyi5741
+1 Are you targeting a PE associate program or an analyst program? PE analyst programs are heavily similar to MBB cases (market sizing, business analysis), but mix in some accounting / LBO concepts. Intern in PE - LBOs
+1 Idk man, sounds like youre doing fine. As long as you are not making same mistakes twice, no one is expecting you to be able to do anything 100% correctly tbh. Teller in Non-profit
+1 This is great advice, thanks for taking the time to share it. The follow-up point is interesting. I’ve been hesitant to send them because I didn’t want to come across as annoying. neriyi5741
+1 Based on the most helpful WSO content, here’s what you need to consider: Off-Cycle Recruiting for SA Roles: WSO Monkey Bot
+1 We have a hard cap at Methuselah nooneinparticular
+1 .  Thepostman
+1 Jayhoovy is a bit of a quirky dude because he brings in random grifters like Jay Shetty onto his Youtube videos. But his takes on how he's running his business feels genuine. Business School in CorpStrat
+1 For such a terribly low-effort question, I'll give a low-effort answer: Citi Pulisic69
+1 Don't underestimate your "gut" feeling with culture. You're working a lot of hours regardless of firm and you have to enjoy the people you're working with to be successful and stay sane.  tomboyconsultant
+1 He was definitely cool and a sound guy, nothing against him personally. Moreso on his presidential qualities. Raijin
+1 Instead of addressing real problems people pile onto easy symbolic targets. It’s emotionally satisfying but not particularly productive. ResilientNomad
+1 My guy nothing has diverged yet, this is a 10-12 week internship where you're getting some pro-rated cash. A good chunk of that is gonna get blown on housing for whatever city you're interning in. Monkeys at the gate 426
+1 Bro is not a client kid akpsiontop
+1 Related question, as an ASO, if I believe I am one of the majority who won’t make it through the overcrowded VP / principal ranks to partner, at what point does it make sense to leave the industry to minimize sunk cost yea Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 Not an interview per se, but I had a dude at Miller Buckfire RX (Now Stifel) treat our chat over the phone like a quassi-first round interview.Within the first minute, he said “quick introductions then we can start technic coolmonkey67
+1 Anyone referencing deal flow is a dumbass. This is prestige only. This is completely accurate. MAYBE, you move JPM below the EB’s, but that is it. Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+1 In the last 20 years, how many PE billionaires were created grinding their way up an established fund vs starting their own GP? kuf135
+1 re dashboards don't close deals—practitioner expertise does. For independent bankers moving upstream into $20M+ deals, the bottleneck isn't the data room, it's the compliance partner. jasper.thorne1
+1 If you have any interest in being in Charlotte, I would favor WF Charlotte. Associate 3 in IB - CB
+1 Def contact HR or compliance immediately to correct the mistake before the background check actually runs. dean787
+1 I am short and leadership everywhere is tall. I don’t make a big deal about it and try to be friendly/funny/dgaf but it’s definitely real. Xhamster02
+1 Rotterdam and rsm aren't cheap if that's really your argument lol.  You can basically do your bachelors for free in the EU or a few hundred euros. Check SSE, CBS, mannheim etc. Qwentin8
+1 unless you're an asian becky who can go home whenever like some of the ANs there Intern in IB - Cov
+1 Yes agreed - OP, my opinion as someone with several close friends who left Vista, it will be great learning and brand name for your analyst and associate years should you choose to stay for the full 4 years. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 bump anonymous4433
+1 If you want to work in PE, your choices are only HBS / Wharton / GSB. Booth / Columbia / Kellogg (to a much much less extent) will have you fighting for LMM scraps.  Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+1 I’m also still in college - I used to build computers when I was younger and remembered how HDDs were much cheaper than SDDs, so in early 2025 I began to wonder why people thought HDD demand wouldn’t be affected by A.I. Prospect in IB-M&A
+1 I promise you it’s not that deep Intern in IB - Gen
+1 It’s hilarious watching some of you all still tiptoe around the obvious fact that Trump is a moron.  Devils Advocate
+1 S&T recruiting works differently. if u get dinged from one, u probably wont get other offers. Largely dependent on luck and personality liminfer
+1 Thanks, that makes sense. Just to clarify, on my resume I have not listed any dates or claimed a diploma or graduation from the boarding school. I simply list the school under my university, since I did attend. poopymonkey1234
+1 Anyone have insight on WF coverage return rates? Heard different things Intern in IB-M&A
+1 I had this happen and unsurprisingly the platform itself was an absolute disaster. Not sure what level you are, but you should absolutely campaign internally to get these things. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Much less important, demonstrating ability is the main thing Analyst 2 in HF - EquityHedge
+1 I can’t even tell if this is a shitpost or not. I get mine threaded every ~3wks. Looks great. VP in PE - LBOs
+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 Just share the pitch here bro Analyst 2 in HF - Event
+1 No, maybe they wait until application period closes to review/send invites? TransferMan
+1 1-2 weeks is normal don't worry about 1 business day  Incoming Analyst in IB - Cov
+1 prorated: 100k, at a MM Incoming Analyst in IB - Gen
+1 Cloud Software Group is their big exit they're waiting on. The firm's success/fundraising going forward is pretty contingent on how big the IPO for it ends up being. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 Anyone here back after recent NYC Superday? sholomdd
+1 I did 2 years and my heart was not in the game, tried strategic finance and realized I fucking hate finance so I dipped. Way happier and more successful now that I have a job that I feel passionate about.. Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+1 How did you prep for your interviews? I'm coming from a less technical group and plan on going back to studying SA recruiting guides and modeling. Is there anything else you'd recommend? Prospect in IB - Gen
+1 DB has a conduit team in Atlanta but I think that’s about it. Typically shops will cover the sunbelt from Charlotte, Miami or Dallas. JamesPukeCannon
+1 Prospect in IB - GenJudge the idea, not the title. MF PE analyst anyway.  PrivateTechquity 🚀🚀🚀
+1 The dirty secret of EVR RX is that the culture is actually phenomenal lol, ifykyk rawrx123
+1 I’ve been on this forum for 14 years  that's why I have bigger expectations from those like you than a simple "lol quit" GS under Blankfein
+1 Just have a girl do it for you, it’s normal war dog
+1 yes Capital of Structure
+1 Do any other banks do this? This honestly sounds ridiculous. BuySideIntern
+1 asmith_1I'm a performance artist who happens to post in online real estate forums /s  Analyst 3+ in IB - Restr
+1 looking back if you want to place IB AND have fun, IU is the best school in the country hands down. random17262
+1 If you need to work at a top investment bank to get girls then I’m sorry bro but your probably chopped G0ldmanSacks
+1 Would assume anyone doing an internship at an established fund before junior year has a strong personal connection. Analyst 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 Cigarette smoke and robot grease  PokerSlopWars
+1 This. Two founders at my firm have retained the overwhelming majority of the carry for the last 10 years while they spend the least amount of time working. Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+1 I actually just got an email from recruiting, inviting me to the in person GCB Insight & Networking Session, giving me options for 6 different locations. frikzy
+1 If you are in UVA’s business school, its definitely better than IU. Prospect in IB - Gen