Highest Ranked Comments In The Last Year

+1 It's really going to depend on the state. HTC-Guy
+1 There’s a number of assumptions in here about AI that I want to push back on. Will the hallucinations ever go away or is it baked into the design of an LLM? guyfromct
+1 How did he get like 9+ SW and more I sincerely don't understand afteryoualphonse
+1 you're a fucking jew how dare you monkey shit me Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+1 Nowhere near as experienced as you, but also think people you work with also matters a lot in how you perceive specific deals to be interesting. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 Really appreciate this thank you! habloyablo
+1 Yeah I met some NYU Stern kids once and I'm sure they all got good jobs, but it seemed like they were obsessed with finance and their placements lmao. Sup_Bro23
+1 Aren’t these guys killing it? They just had a monster exit this week and their last 2 funds are top quartile Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+1 Dyal has highest aura of all gkk1234
+1 This would be a great option for bankers who have deferred MBA admits or if banks agree to bring back bankers who left to do this secondment Prospect in IB - Gen
+1 Decided not to pursue but still have option to do it. I didn’t want to be tied down to where I am and want to pursue something more interesting later so staying at my PE job for now. Analyst 2 in RE - Comm
+1 Their entire MO has been do everything like JPM and GS and we will become them. That uhh hasnt happened  Associate 3 in IB - Gen
+1 Got it.  Thanks for that.  Been in IB for a couple years and for many personal reasons have no interest in PE/PC route, although I've had a few opportunities. rolo25
+1 I can never understand why people ask these kind of questions but don't add any details.  mayoineko
+1 You sound like some of the MDs sons who go to regional colleges that they are hiring for internships Associate 3 in IB - Gen
+1 Yeah one of the main players in London VP in RE - Comm
+1 Sounds like a terrible partner. Need to work with experienced partners.  The experienced partners who know what they're doing often work less and get more deals done. AZ2222
+1 Just take interviews in the office. It's definitely not ideal but can use a huddle room or something for 30 minutes and dip out.  Intern in IB - Gen
+1 It's Canadian, so, flaming.  PrivateTechquity 🚀🚀🚀
+1 Sheeesh bro on gawd this take got mogged frfr, and sent to the shadow realm whole thread is straight yappacino deluxe. Investment Analyst in AM - FI
+1 Yeah OCM team in London is good. Well I’m more concerned about the London/European than the US which is more or less a white space for them. davani1420
+1 please touch grass… [email protected]
+1 Interesting, I definitely see the value-add I could bring. The only concern for me is the valuation and modeling chops. willibzk
+1 No scrounging14
+1 rooms in basement in 2B are clutch for interviewing too. You can be logged in on a UBS desktop and keep your teams green, plus the risk of people from your group walking by is low. Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Bump nontargetkidatunc
+1 depends on the bank gkk1234
+1 Getting into a big 5 in Canada is like factors more difficult than getting into a US BB.  Now factor in the substantially lower pay (esp after analyst/associate) and it's a pretty tough proposition Managing Director in IB - Gen
+1 should be fine imo, even BB's barely check gkk1234
+1 CHAU SHU WING LING Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+1 Why stop at two? Associate 2 in PE - Other
+1 Rsm doesn't place well compared to others. like others say go to hsg bocconi if you can. Otherwise free options like sse, cbs are best Analyst 3+ in AM - FI
+1 Your resume needs a lot more work. Search this forum and use the standard template. Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+1 Ran recruitment on both sides of the border. In Canada, the ratio of target undergrad per IB seat is much larger than the U.S.. Works at Brookfield Asset Management
+1 expert networks are firms that set up paid calls between research teams (pe/hf/consulting/corporates) and vetted industry practitioners to sanity-check assumptions fast (market structure, pricing, buyer behavior, competito noumanali
+1 if you’re evaluating expert networks, i’d look at: (1) match quality by niche (can they consistently source the exact operator level you need), (2) speed to first call + reschedules, (3) compliance process (conflicts, mnpi noumanali
+1 generally it can be safe if you’re strict about boundaries: don’t share confidential employer info, non-public financials, forward-looking strategy, customer names/pricing under nda, or anything that could be mnpi. noumanali
+1 Stop wasting your time modeling if you’ve done all that already and will be applying to analyst roles for kids in undergrad. [email protected]
+1 NYC is out Intern in S&T - Other
+1 Straight to jail ShowMeDaMoney
+1 You're not supposed to care about deals. Only the money you get for completing them.  PrivateTechquity 🚀🚀🚀
+1 Left the pod shop world. Other in Other
+1 When I got my first 7 figure bonus I had this playing the entire day: Undercover meme
+1 Lmao the self glazing it’s crazy Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 Jermaine Dupre ft Jay-Z - Money Ain’t a Thang Hugh Myron
+1 That’s awesome that you have a ft offer with MBB already! Honestly, I would just do whatever interests you. You don’t have to tell the employer you have a full time offer following graduation. bananabean
+1 Right and the no more meal stipend is correct too right? Analyst 1 in IB - ECM
+1 There’s H1Bs hiring incompetent H1Bs who can barely speak or understand English. It makes no sense.  Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Yep having one WFH today to plan interviews around is clutch. Intern in IB - Gen
+1 A couple things: PEPrincess
+1 By M&A product teams, you mean M&A teams like at JPM, MS, GS, etc.? I think it depends on the firm you're at and the reputation of the M&A team. PEPrincess
+1 I browse only the school forum, and your deluded mentally ill posts keep coming up.  hutcointraders
+1 Would probably go with Brevan Howard, but all depends on which desk you are on Prospect in IB-M&A
+1 When you say "entrepreneurship in general," are you dead set on that form taking a specialized investor form? If so, I'd do the banking --> investor route. PEPrincess
+1 isn't everyone reliant on data/numbers? genuine question Analyst 1 in HF - EquityHedge
+1 Apparently they were debating it and wanted to test what the perception would be. They changed plans amid the backlash. Doesn’t mean they won’t look at it again, maybe pushing back the time or limiting meals per week Associate 3 in IB - Gen
+1 Shhhhh Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+1 My little cousin goes to UF, I graduated there some years ago as you can see my reply so I asked him about this stuff because I was curious. Analyst0910
+1 Every day until bonus hits is: PEPrincess
+1 Strongest GH office and incredible exits  overlord481216
+1 They already closed up by the time I was asking around unfortunately cocainekenny
+1 Definitely don’t stop taking testosterone. I’d rather work with a high testosterone beast than a lost testosterone beta male. Jeffery Montenbeauberg
+1 Summered and worked full-time at two different of MS/JPM/GS and was never asked for a transcript but this was a number of years ago. PEPrincess
+1 bump it again bro optimusprimerate
+1 They are going late bc of recent FT hire. Generally, they reach out the the investment clubs, or you network into the process warblingg
+1 If it’s financially feasible for you to do the MSF, I’d say go for it. You have good enough finance experience with the F500 bank that with a top MSF, I think you would be able to land a high finance role like IB. Analyst0910
+1 How realistic it is to get a MBB offer and whether or not they’ll let you defer are two separate questions.  PEPrincess
+1 This is interesting... Thanks for sharing.... Godbless. Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+1 All the funds you listed are staffed at the mid levels by now. They are less bloated in their mid levels because they haven't had the time to become bloated at the mid-level. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 How did you reach the conclusion “Most firms won't hire me for a summer if I tell them I have full time offer to MBB?” And do they need to know your full-time status during the interview process? PEPrincess
+1 Extremely behind the curve on AI adoption. Endless trying out tools because they are scared of spending money and worried about client data. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 Construction costs better be stable. Honestly no deal is penciling anymore. Nearly every deal is negative leverage and even if we own the land outright it still doesnt make sense to build. VP in RE - Comm
+1 Do not listen to this troll. Pro Veritate
+1 Don’t think it’s sweatier compared top BB groups or other EBs. FWIW it’s a lot more institutionalized compared to 8-10 years ago when it was an absolute sweatshop. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 I'd say LinkedIn is a much better option, personally I look at it in a more relaxed attitude. Whenever I get a cold email for a coffee chat feels more like an interruption and I'll never answer Pedaltothemetal
+1 LF is very very sweaty. 2-3 am is accurate. Best deal experience and exits available at the bank though so worth it relative to other UBS groups.  Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+1 Start by going to college Undergrad Sophomore
+1 Lmfao chill the fuck out kid Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 What about sponsors? Heard LevFin is more technical but how are sponsors hours considering they work hand in hand with LevFin and used to be FSLF when CS was still up Intern in IB - Cov
+1 If you need a change in perception.  odog @digitalimmortality.com
+1 Weed out 2nd and 4th. They're joke programs qualea
+1 It's led by Josh Harris. Tons of stories on in WSO if you use the search function, but he was the worst culture person at Apollo, which is saying a lot since Apollo is known for being the most grindy firm in PE. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 Sponsors is decent hours and good deal exposure. Juniors there are technically weaker because they do less work. But group is small and they have laid off juniors recently. Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+1 what pragmatic purpose does answering this question serve? curious to hear, just to gauge the level of autism we're dealing with  GS under Blankfein
+1 Important to remember the number 1 rule at Veritas; do not piss off Ramzi. The number 2 rule is do anything needed to make Ramzi like you. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 Congrats on UBS! Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 Just say you aren't sure yet and want to see what's out there if you don't feel comfortable saying no. It's not really lying - something could change in what you want to do between now and 2027.  bananabean
+1 That's not what I said. I said the HBS and HMS brands and alumni networks are strong enough on their own that leveraging "Harvard" alone has little value.  PEPrincess
+1 I know a few VC investor who launched their funds  after getting an MBA in their late 30s early 40s. I know one's AUM is around $600mm. OilandGas.MandA56
+1 Saw on another thread that their NY Tech is full (~1 spot in SF maybe?). Unsure on HC, but that's usually their stronger team. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 If you have a masters then yes this is roughly sell side comp for front office for year 1 (because you would’ve been hired as associate 1). Analyst 1 in HF - Other
+1 Late to the party but Arturo Fuente’s Seleccion Dor is my personal go to. These days it’s easy to get a really good selection of cigars for peanuts (this is just for the US unfortunately). stayfrosty1337
+1 Helpful. How much is base? Analyst 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 Moving to 100% WFH is to drive attrition more than keeping talent. If you're good enough, you can have a few asks, one of them being WFH (doesn't cost the company anything either). Associate 1 in Consulting
+1 For analysts and associates who got good reviews, bonuses were flat this year. I got promoted to VP this year, and my bonus went up by ~10%. VP in RE - Comm
+1 Insightful, thank you! Would you mind elaborating on D. E. SHAW? Are Quant Traders (Proprietary Trading) in Oculus Fund are the mentioned "risk-taking" roles at the beginning? Prospect in HF - Macro
+1 Yeah man I don’t mean to come of rude but nobody wants to hire the loser kids with no social cues that are posting on WSO literally 5 years in advance to when they would actually start working. Intern in IB - Cov
+1 Yeah that all makes sense. I'll definitely try to get some insight from the Corp Dev team, review some models and such. willibzk
+1 Dude works 80-100 hour weeks changing details on PowerPoints slides that no one will ever read and thinks he isn’t be hazed.  CRE
+1 If a Harvard Extension School alum becomes US President, Harvard would start claiming them fs. Pro Veritate