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+1 . bigpoppa123
+1 Heard the same. Horrible place to be an Associate. Avoid Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+1 Congrats on surviving Day 1! How was your table? Any notable names? (poker pros, celebrities, etc.) Deo et Patriae
+1 Not an issue as long as you can pass model tests. Honestly, the modeling you do on the job doesn’t prep you for the model tests, so you have to study either way. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 True as well yes Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 Hi thanks for your comment and would like to follow up on that: I cover a dying industry in APAC (about 10 stocks covered) with a worst performing boss internally. Anonymous13765
+1 A while back I had an interview with one of their directors in that office for a lateral spot. It was a phone call. Took the time to walk to my car to take the call. The guy never called me. Associate 3 in IB - CB
+1 Not providing laptops is crazy. VD is complete ass.  Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 short term memory recall + processing speed is what you need to be a successful analyst. Intern in IB - Cov
+1 The office is way past its former glory.  overlord481216
+1 Dude how did you pass the second grade? But on a serious note: 46th percentile is practically right at average, so I don’t see how you’re surprised. Prospect in IB - Gen
+1 https://x.com/sukhoiConvexity/status/1284870263889448960 Investment Analyst in S&T - Other
+1 Single player, which I think is better because it maps to how work gets done (e.g., you cut data and put it in a deck, get comments back, turn the comments). Associate 1 in Consulting
+1 Uphill climb for anyone, and especially for international students, but taking a STEM OPT eligible degree/major should give you work authorization to accept a return offer. JamieDimonkey
+1 I did a lot of research on this when I was a first year Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 I think db reopens briefly in August Intern in IB - Gen
+1 I got your frustration, however, here I am - 10 yoe senior engineer looking to get into finance and trading, so whos wrong now? You or me? kalex
+1 Sounds like they view your company as more SaaS than AI. The ZIRP multiples are never coming back big bro #RIP Amazon Prime
+1 I don’t know if joining the military is the best or most efficient way to break into high finance but good luck soldier Amazon Prime
+1 If you want the best of both worlds, go the paper trading route at a Tier 1 bank. Hanlon
+1 The H1B completely changes the game here. Do not try to re-recruit or rock the boat before day one—you have zero leverage right now, and handling a visa transfer during hasty off-cycle PE recruiting is a massive risk. Hanlon
+1 it's a better offer cuz he was offered a lifeline from a sinking ship Investment Analyst in HF - EquityHedge
+1 Yeah some banks don’t ask for transcript, some don’t even verify. But a lot of these background checks will handle the verifications if I’m not mistaken. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 tbh with AI already here and only getting better, it'd be much better to stick with nuclear in the long term. the chances of many jobs in finance getting eliminated is pretty high lol.  Sup_Bro23
+1 You should do what you want with no regard for the HH. You don’t owe them anything whatsoever. Amazon Prime
+1 In a middle-level distressed investing role and most of our best hires came from workout-focused roles rather than IB. Associate 1 in Private Credit
+1 I was in your shoes last year. Recruited through summer and really struggled, the only thing you can do is keep your head down and keep connections warm. Prospect in IB - Gen
+1 If rising sophomore at target school, you should be able to transfer to school within t30 despite shit GPA. That gives you a GPA reset. You will then delay grad date to December of 2029 and recruit next year. Intern in IB - Gen
+1 Any ideas on what the interview process / case study looks like? Anonymus21
+1 This. Orient Bambino V7 - looks great and is mechanical (perfect for the IB grind) wallstreetwarrior1
+1 I can't tell if you're being sarcastic or not. I've done this for every job I've ever taken. If it goes wrong then it's a blessing and prob a place full of fuckwits that you don't wanna work at anyway.  brosephstalin
+1 If it is justified by miliary service then no prob! boib_1
+1 my 2c: if you want to do "venture growth", I'd try to recruit for buyouts + use that as a stepping stone. if you want to do early stage venture, I'd join a startup -- this path is harder. RockCapital
+1 One thing you can do is put your Major GPA if it's higher alongside your regular one. Determined
+1 Most of the alpha is generated through value-add activities. For most UMM and MF, this is financial engineering and consolidation. Senior VP in CorpDev
+1 Very helpful. Would you say going to work for a Marriott or Hilton would not be a good move for a career in Hotel development? Analyst 1 in RE - Other
+1 For a standard 10 week summer internship I would say don't attempt to take a single day off unless absolutely necessary (and I am the kind of person who has used 100% of their PTO starting from Analyst 1). lolusernames
+1 Assuming funds will start increasing the weight of your performance in an in-person debrief when making decisions on candidates Analyst 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 Rsm isn't really a target in London. If you have an IB internship and a consulting one already then just do lse/lbs or similar. You'll have much higher chances this way in landing a London role Intern in IB-M&A
+1 This is a valid point. Makes me want to save up enough money that I can: Principal in PE - LBOs
+1 Reasonable things to want in life mate, good luck! Analyst 3+ in IB - Cov
+1 Attend a LAC and had great success in my recruitment process feel free to PM me AdviceMonkey10
+1 London is a fun idea, but it's just not realistic as a Canadian unless you:  A) grew up in the UK/Europe, went to school there, and ideally have connections back home or  Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+1 Sounds great, a couple questions if you don’t mind. Are there formal diversity processes or is it just checking off the right boxes on my app? ProspectiveChimp
+1 Honestly what everyone else says on this site. Network, network network. Learn from your team at ur current internship, pick up technicals in ur free time, and have some fun. its not rocket science Tiakola_1
+1 Anonymous13765 highlow123
+1 This is accurate. And if you go to a real developer, you'll want to be at one that is very hands on with asset management / has a management affiliate rather than relying on third parties for it.  brosephstalin
+1 Purely intellectual pursuit if you're in real estate. Some larger box checky shops value it on your resume. In terms of actual application its pretty much useless for real estate. brosephstalin
+1 I’d say run it and whatever happens happens bro  Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 You’ve done everything within your control, appearing “over eager” might hurt you. We just had a long summer weekend so give it another few days before following up with the team Investment Analyst in HF - Event
+1 Much easier said than done - the amount of work to even understand the financial performance of these founder owned businesses is a lot and to build the processes / implement the systems with founders, employees of busines VP in PE - LBOs
+1 @thebrofessor I am a 22 DimTech
+1 Only allow others to fetch your coffees, don’t carry a bag into the office of any sorts (not even a briefcase), slutty lunches on the desk, racket sports for hobbies, no social media Mike_Wagner7
+1 zero Anon_4250
+1 Congrats! Not much to offer other than my group head was a nuke and he’s a beast. Best of luck  Fairlife Chocolate Milken
+1 Anything in Atlanta would be 1 off. I’ve worked in cmbs for 10+ (sad) and I have never heard of a full presence. Mostly some ops teams and a one off originator or two in my experience.  creorigination99
+1 If u wanna land SG(any finance jobs tbf) as an expat you gotta be an asian girl(chinese/korean/japanese/SEA/indian) Otherwise they won't sponsor visas for juniors. Gainone1572
+1 bump isidortsap
+1 There is absolutely no way you are breaking into the industry with that gpa, so you might as well throw a Hail Mary and lie. flakeyassfriends
+1 You act like you just came up with some ground-breaking concept but what you are describing is what essentially every SC/LMM fund has done since forever? This is also a field that is heavily overcrowded. Associate 2 in PE - Other
+1 Just having a black individual in an intern class doesn't implicate he's DEI... Someone must be mature. Analyst 1 in IB - Restr
+1 Private credit & hybrid equity teams in PE houses (think MFs and quality upper MM) pay as much as an ASO with a better WLF (in the office 7 to 9pm normally, with some stints with banking-like hours during weeks leading SharperShadow89
+1 I’m pretty sure its the female banker who can take instagram brand deals while working in C&R SAoNothing
+1 Principal in PE - LBOs Cold_Monkey_Draft_v3.7
+1 I am not so much in the weeds of excel and powerpoint anymore, so the biggest value add for me has been with legal docs -- using chatgpt to help translate, break down, summarize, provide ideas on reasoning and implications Mr Balloon Hands
+1 Recent FT article:Software buyout deals collapse to lowest level since pandemic after AI rout The_Fisher_Account
+1 For the love of god, do not let your enlisted recruiter swindle you into enlisting in the hopes of later commissioning through STA-21. It is one of the oldest "false hope" recruiting tricks in the book. SSN-Veteran
+1 I'm interested. I raise an offer of three pence. Mergerz
+1 most def evr Incoming Analyst in IB - Cov
+1 Had r1 couple weeks ago, haven’t heard back. Assuming I got cut dingus43521
+1 Welcome, Mohd Sadid! It’s great to see your enthusiasm for connecting and learning with others. WSO Monkey Bot
+1 The key is to never say the words “aura” or “-maxxing” again.  IsItREPE
+1 You thought the US was going to make the final?  ...really?  CRE
+1 What a joke. Associate 1 in PE - Other
+1 Hand an incompetent person a lot of money and give them access to lots of leverage. Easy. Ozymandia
+1 only if it is LibLabCon Uniparty.Greens/Restore/Reform would make you seem an unserious person.Homage to D. Cummings anonf0fty
+1 Just say major UK political party - as you say still useful exp ChrisMoltisanti11
+1 Nothing worse than simps on here defending modern day women….the bias across banks exists, we all know it, women do a LOT less and get paid the same or more  Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+1 just network a bunch. i also went to LAC with basically no real target status and also had no prior finance experience. leonard_fournette
+1 Analyst 1 in IB-M&AIt’s fucked how wso deleted most of the thread ngl.  Yeah what’s up with that….what did I miss  Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+1 All these EB glazers… Intern in IB-M&A
+1 Laz RX and GS are likely the best for exits. GS has an IND, FIG, and CMG group in Chicago with a strong number of senior people, but seats are limited. All GS groups exit well (MF/UMM) across NYC & Chicago. Intern in IB-M&A
+1 I heard even their own Barclays golden boy left Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+1 Smoke an occasional heater in the office. MonopolyMoney
+1 I know several MM/LMM funds that haven't done a deal since 2024. It's been bad for more than a few months lol. That's not to say I think the rerate and sentiment is warranted, I do think it's overblown. PrivateTechquity 🚀🚀🚀
+1 Smaller boutiques: Dyal AN1 $300KAEC Advisors $260KTidal Partners $220KArdea Partners $235K Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+1 Signs of founders that do not care about building an enduring firm or the well being of their juniors.  Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 Did PE for 2 years in a MF and went back to Banking, all of the points you mentioned resonated with me and I felt it just wasn't worth it anymore VP in IB - Cov
+1 He’s not losing the equity he puts in if he leaves. He’ll just have to start paying fees / carry as the other LPs do Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+1 +1 on Gold Coast. Was both asked about a peer (actually someone slightly senior to me) at my firm while I was in an active process with them, and they casually mentioned that they asked a past leaver about me  Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 80% Average arthistorymusicgym
+1 thebrofessor IcedxTaro
+1 Not the best time given all the intern coffee chatting, but not a bad time either because it’s not SA recruiting season. zhanikov
+1 Was walking through the Presidio last weekend and that office was packed…. LBOBaboon
+1 Sorry but going to have to hard disagree here. People aren't working at Bain Cap because they couldn't get a NYC offer, they're working there because it's Bain Cap. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 Lol, no Amazon Prime
+1 Honest advice? Forget the "4 Cs" hype for a second. Find a vintage or antique ring they have character, better craftsmanship, and cost less than new bling. Or better yet, use a family stone if you have one. dean787
+1 I waited about that long. Honestly, there's no definitive time. You can look up on this forum and also in my experience it's all over the place. Investment Analyst in HF - EquityHedge
+1 it's $90K actually, I think.. used to be like $85 or wtv Intern in IB - Cov
+1 depends on your grade and stats but probobly low. Lot of international/ j1 kids here and banks will turn them away after this whole H1B thing.  Tiakola_1