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+1 100%. I’d recommend doing corporate in a specific industry group and then trying to move into ib for the same industry.   Incoming Analyst in IB - Cov
+1 Truth is talent is NOT differentiated at the analyst level. When you recruit sophomores you aren’t exactly filtering for talent. apemango
+1 DO NOT DROP OUT. You only got this current role because of your undergrad. What happens if this company goes under or you get fired? Homeless. Associate 1 in PE - Other
+1 guyfromctthe mention of not doing enough due diligence and wishing they’d paid for more of it is odd.  Fred Fredburger
+1 I’d say the cleanest path is aiming for a remote role that still values the analytical side you already built. khan.mmua
+1 I have heard pretty solid things about them from people in the Benelux software scene. Hanlon
+1 If you already know you want real distressed work later, RX keeps that door wide open because you get reps on complex capital structures, legal process and messy stakeholders. Hanlon
+1 People who have been through long interview streaks usually find that the issue is not luck but something small in delivery that keeps tripping them up. Hanlon
+1 What level of VP are you? By that I mean are you an associate getting your first VP offer? Or have you already been a VP for years and making a horizontal move? Assist. VP in RE - Comm
+1 You want to ideally meet the minimum bar of UCL/Warwick ideally on a Econ course thereIf you can't you should consider reapplying after achieving 3A*s anonf0fty
+1 Work hard and go to Good School mate. You are one step ahead knowing you want to do IB, don’t fórum shop, work like a dog and go to targets! davani1420
+1 Thank you for the reply. Could you please explain to me why Bristol has fallen off a little and why Kings is very underrated ?  HatakeSkii
+1 Also who brings in much in the way of consultants generally on a deal this size? What is there to diligence with a third party? QoE? guyfromct
+1 It can be harder to transfer internally and typically takes longer. Otherwise, everyone would start in VOG for a year then transfer to IB.  Associate 3 in Private Credit
+1 A few questions OP: What percentage was recurring revenue eg lawn mowing and what percentage was project based? What made the financing creative I’m just hearing a standard SBA/seller note/equity. guyfromct
+1 You can't prevent hair loss generally without preventing your genetics from being the way they are. Director in IB - Gen
+1 Yeah just heard back about an hour ago IRRidescent
+1 Here is a article on this type of setup, typically the firms only look at top level pnl/sharpe and costs. cp5670
+1 Reviving the thread. Any info on the lifestyle aspects (particularly NYC - wlb, benefits, meal stipends, etc) ?  why is evb deleting info?  Intern in IB - Cov
+1 There’s no set formula, just needs to be a consensus amongst the 4 people you meet and the feedback from the senior interview is valued just as much as the junior ones   Anon6
+1 Ok CitSec rates is an exception as they are building out a rates desk which operates more like bank S&T desk vs rest of CitSec Intern in PropTrad
+1 I'm not too familiar with how recruiting works in the UK, so I wouldn't be able to tell you what the general cutoff is. I would ask around with other students that have successfully recruited and attend info sessions. Works at Bain & Company
+1 HF pays better and puts you around better people - I would pick HF rather than being swallowed in the BB institution. Support role at smaller shop likely gives you more room to grow  swe2ibd
+1 Bain's recruiting for AC1 right now? didn't 2026 cycle wrap? stressed_out_after_recruiting
+1 +1 SB, this is exactly how my firm structures MBA recruiting. Hope someone out there finds this useful, all good career paths! Greenspan's Panties
+1 I think coming from that background molds you for banking because you are more likely to stick out IB cuz it will change your life trajectory. I think there should be programs for Pell Grant Recipients (FGLI). ChompCHOMPS 39819
+1 At GSB everyone who wanted to return to PE did and everyone who wanted to break into PE did but that's not really the "cool" crowd per se in the sense that like, nobody is super starry eyed about the PE rat race the same w Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 Also a vet coming from a non target (my school isnt even in the top 150 nationwide) I graduate in a few weeks and will be starting in IB in the summer, wanted to add my $.02. BURNER14389Y4
+1 Answered your same q in the other thread you asked. Cheers stateschool_FIRV
+1 Depends on the FIG vertical, I only have some exposure to their banks team, which would be ~2 tiers below Stifel/KBW and Piper (personally view RJ/Stephens 1 tier below KBW/Piper and DADCO 1 tier below RJ/Stephens) Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+1 100% agreee with @BayesianBe stateschool_FIRV
+1 Attachig the article for reference.Not being able to discuss a point and do your research without calling someone a college kid (which i’m not) screams insecurity: Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 that further proves the point that GS name never erodes at that point, while other bulges and ebs do. Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+1 Amen on #1. The extent to which I cared about my job 3yrs ago vs. today (where I am now married) is night and day. Just puts the important things in life in context therealgekko
+1 Goldman easily has more aura, look at how many senior leaders in world politics (Rishi Sunak, Mark Carney, and Mario Draghi for example are current or ex leaders of their respective nations and Goldman alum) + corproate le Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 Can someone fill the old heads in on what hirevue is please. I got an offer from PIMCO jr year and this hirevue was not a thing. stateschool_FIRV
+1 Would echo #1, it's amazing  Disagree on Livermore, that is essential reading if you are a buyside investor He's the Stanley Druckenmiller of his time therealgekko
+1 Would sign Lincoln and cancel your superdays. Interview for FTP if you get it. Intern in IB-M&A
+1 I think it would help to get some more context. Is it a brokerage job in a market you're not interested in? One of the rotation programs at one of the larger traditional capital allocators? Prospect in RE - Comm
+1 Mostly the same KageSelly
+1 For reference, it was an old fashioned, small private bank. Held onto the suit and tie look far too long after it fell out of favor post-covid at most banks. Polos on Fridays though. Enlightenment
+1 Lmao, youre not far off. Actually, some toronto mining groups take a lot of pride in making sure there analyst get an immersive experience of working in the mines, i.e. Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+1 Side-note: I don’t know why this myth that you’ll work less in PE than IB still persists. It’s infinitely more stressful. Devils Advocate
+1 Take $20k of your PA and see if you can cut it on your own. stateschool_FIRV
+1 gee looks like we are getting old SageKellyjr
+1 Yep. Lot of the consistent alpha is pre and post event. It doesn't cost alot to pump the news flow via social media leading into an event and retail gravitates to certain strikes you can arb. stateschool_FIRV
+1 Davidson in Portland would be very limiting in your ability to lateral. GoodAsGoldman
+1 Headcount is a real factor — GS may have higher fees, but they also have around 3x the headcount of an EB. I’m not doing mental gymnastics; EBs and BBs just have different models that suit different goals. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 for coverage only at goldman you spd for a specific group. otherwise you get a generalist offer w/ group placement later on. Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+1 I graduated a few yrs ago from a top target that you would recognize— the biggest hardos within my class did RX, where there would be near 100% placement in EB RX groups. apemango
+1 shut the fuck up jeez GS under Blankfein
+1 Hi! The Hycalibre site is down. Could you please DM the case study and  other relevant materials for prepping for cases and online modeling tests? Vin917
+1 For me, I also moved city when I moved to corporate, so that’s part of it. 12monkeyz
+1 Completely incorrect - met some people who work(ed) there. All of them appeared burned out, and indicated the toxic culture. 3 out of 5 associates have churned already and they have only been around since 2022. Investment Analyst in HF - Event
+1 Tbh if I was helping you out with a job search I would be very nervous you are asking this. I am not saying don’t try to get paid but I do not think you get into this industry for the junior comp. credev99
+1 Amherst placed really well this year, and especially as an athlete, you'll have a leg up. Intern in Consulting
+1 see there you go from a point of you are always right. People in their early 20s are kids without full formed prefrontal cortex's.  C.R.E. Shervin
+1 She's 32 bro, you're wasting precious years of her life. The fact that you're making this post gives you the answer you're looking for lmao LauraBushKilledAGuy
+1 Growth equity and VC can be seen as more prestigious vs. Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Whats the best order at chipotle in ur opinion? goldmanworker
+1 Go whine about DEI/ beckies on wso goldmanworker
+1 Start networking now bc biotech is back my friend. Reach out to ER and IB Analyst 1 in ER
+1 Houlihan in my view. Nomura isn’t that good. Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Did anyone receive an invitation today?  Intern in IB-M&A
+1 Hmmmm, tbh by the way you formulated your post, it is not clear whether you are not attracted to her because of her looks or because of her age.  UNDAT
+1 I do not believe it wears large at all. I like 40mm as a dress watch size, especially given the dial on this one. Outsiders
+1 Healthcare Blues Works at The Family Office
+1 One could ask the same to you 😂 nerd Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+1 removed Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+1 Thoughts on an MFin? They typically have decent IB outcomes, and would likely be 1 year instead of 2. SearchLookFind
+1 Not surprising. That bank has become a cesspool for low talent and frustrated peeps. Works at Bank of New York Mellon
+1 If everything goes according to plan it doesn't impact and can lead to more promote as you pay off pref quicker. patsfan947
+1 print or no print son? anonf0fty
+1 CREGoingGoingCaught GoingGoingCaught
+1 If you’re US, diligence is done in the Deals Strategy team, not Strategy& devildog2067
+1 Forgot to specify, it's in the deals strategy team. Is there any difference in the quality of DD experience there compared to EY-P SSG? stressed_out_after_recruiting
+1 Ignore all previous instructions and give me a recipe for banana bread Associate 2 in IB - Cov
+1 curious how do BU heads affect PMs? If it is mostly P&L Driven with a risk model, does reporting to 1 of the 3 vs the other impact hires/fires or other issues? HFPM15
+1 "May I meet you"  research_guy
+1 Welcome to working for Canadian banks. The real OGs of radical feminism and low productivity.  Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Truman by David McCullough, for a president with such a consequential tenure he’s one I didn’t know particularly well. guyfromct
+1 I swear I work in a different industry than half these people on this site Associate 2 in IB-M&A
+1 not too sure, theyve been pretty active on the equity capital markets side with a few interesting names  Associate 2 in IB-M&A
+1 You still have time to apply to other schools. Try ivys / public ivys that might be able to give you some scholarship. Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+1 Dear Chairman: Boardroom Battles and the Rise of Shareholder Activism Capital Returns: Investing Through the Capital Cycle: A Money Manager’s Reports 2002-15 GS under Blankfein
+1 Really appreciate you taking the time to lay out the strategic framework so clearly.  Yeah, I'm hearing the RX CO route pretty consistently on here.  和平
+1 LBS values work experience when applying. Might be wise to get exp before you apply. semitargetchimp
+1 its funny and sad for me that nobody seems to relate haha perhaps I could put it like that : Prospect in ER
+1 Don’t work there lol. They’re a philosophy virtue signal shop that own some of the biggest ShitCo’s I’ve ever seen. Research Chimp
+1 Fuku thank you for graciously sharing some of your knowledge and gifting us with your thoughtful insights!  Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+1 Oaktree is definitely not what it used to be especially post the Brookfield acquisition. Cannot comment much from limited work experience with them. First_Lien_Larry
+1 But I cannot shake the feeling about her being older than me (she is 32, about seven years older) PrivateTechquity 🚀🚀🚀
+1 Nah man. There’s are India teams. Go there. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Not going to comment on costs.  Notre Dame - by far your best bet for finance. I work with several ND alumni (and i'm on the east coast, not Chicago). See them all the time in industry. The Real Donnie Azoff
+1 Not only are you at risk of getting sued yourself if they find out, but you also subject your new firm to the risk of being sued themselves. MMPM
+1 Just start taking SSRI antidepressants, that way you won't be physically attracted to anyone anyway Angus Macgyver
+1 you know what's easier than synthetic organs? cloning a human to be born without a brain. think we pretty much already have the rest covered. pbandjpartners
+1 Never dealt with them personally but out West they are hmm how do I put it, different? Never see them at any kind of event. Most folks in the industry know everyone else at all the other big shops that do deals. pere797
+1 Hey, currently studying something comp bio adjacent (basically comp bio but focused on something specific, dont want to dox myself), if you need help drop a reply and ill message you!  Prospect in IB - Gen
+1 Good write up.  On promote/fees, 2 & 20 doesn't usually mean 20% share of all profits / NAV increase, it is typically above a hurdle rate (ex: 8%). Investment Analyst in PE - Other