Highest Ranked Comments In The Last Year

+1 My hours are decent, it's the only reason I've stuck with it Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 ~$5bn fund size. Vanilla MM buyout  Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 Congrats on the big news & progress! Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+1 In the same boat as you from a non-target and mid GPA, I had a couple of good coffee chats with a couple of firms. It's hard right now, but something will always come your way. surfingmonke
+1 Trying to say this in the nicest way possible, but it sounds like 4 years of banking made you a boring person with no hobbies. Now is the time to rediscover your passions and the community that comes with that yopierre
+1 Ask any upperclassmen who went through recruiting, im sure theres more than one guy going to ib at brown lol Teller in Non-profit
+1 Has anyone done the video interview yet or has any insights to what kind of questions they ask? Josh06
+1 What is the point of a hobby? What am I supposed to join my local sports league, learn guitar, and learn bartending? marlin_pardon2
+1 It shouldn't be HR that communicates it, it should've been with your associate staffer + head of the group (or director/MD that helps with recruiting) when you signed and should clearly state that you're being brought in a VP in PE - LBOs
+1 For some reason, I can absolutely tell you're in an SF Tech Coverage Group in the middle-market. Associate 2 in IB - Cov
+1 Probably depends on what your long term goals are. brickandmorter
+1 JPM on winter cycle now, so in 1.5 years JamieDimonkey
+1 Depends on how likely you are to get an offer at this group post-rotation as well. If high chance the offer isn’t going away, your downside of trying the next rotation or two is much more limited asdf1248
+1 Anonymous Monkey: creditdebit
+1 Msc finance is a slightly better signal. Pure management would be the worst for your goals.  Can you wait another year before launching into a master? Perhaps defer your admission to Bath?  Associate 2 in IB - Cov
+1 I think the biggest challenge is managing consistency across multiple platforms. zaraz
+1 You seem pretty surprised she's pregnant in the first place...do you unequivocally know it's yours 100%? Answer that first and work from there. Singlebysunday
+1 I think accounting firms would be a good target. If they can pay for an AAT/ACA/ACCA then even better. Or if you can start AAT yourself and use it to target such roles. Associate 2 in IB - Cov
+1 MBA is paradise? Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 What kind of firm are we discussing here: BB or MM? Prospect in IB - Gen
+1 Some offices for RJ ran the process Intern in IB-M&A
+1 I think client-facing AI chatbots in finance could be most useful when their role is clearly limited rather than allowing them to provide unrestricted financial guidance. jademerlin
+1 There’s something wrong with how you’re interviewing. If you’re getting looks but not converting it means you’re framing your deal experience wrong and your β€œwhy PE” and β€œwhy x firm” answers wrong. Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+1 Has anyone received any info after doing the initial assessment? bigmofo6969
+1 Sorry there was a misunderstanding but basically you join in summer and do 1.5 years as an1, then 1 year as an2, then promote. Intern in IB - Cov
+1 Thanks, it would be helpful for me as I am still in IB and never was in PE so don't fully get it - why do you believe that is the case? Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 I found your original post really helpful and your update was valuable as well. I wanted to check back in and see if you've picked up any additional lessons or advice over the past few years. 808s and Heartbreak
+1 Presumably they're pretty close having hit $10B of their $15B target earlier last year for Fund V. I'd expect them to wrap up by early next year but who knows. IRR-Responsible IR
+1 Jefferies is not really comparable to the cohort above. They have tons of b/s, and operate in select sectors like any other wholesale BB. VP in S&T - FI
+1 "Why does the NYC marathon require a sub-3 hour qualifying time, don't they know I grew up playing football?"  TRJamesGatz
+1 Honest overview here: Equities - top 2 street wideIG - top 2 street wideEverything else - pure garbage VP in S&T - FI
+1 To be fair, IB generally doesn’t prep you for those model tests anyway. You just have to grind out 25+ model tests and learn it on your own anyway. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Thought so. Some people hide behind work as a way to pretend they are too busy for a social life but in reality it was never there. Analyst 2 in RE - Comm
+1 No, Stern is a target for MBB. It's not one of the big feeders, but I'd say it does have target status. I think the misconception probably stems from the fact that Stern is a better feeder into IB/finance?   AceTheSolve
+1 McKinsey: In the UK they don't consider MD/MBBS degrees AD. So you'd apply to the BA position with the corresponding timeline.  AceTheSolve
+1 Yes, we would view you as a rocket scientist thus more suited to quant than IB. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 i think he has a point man nachocheese
+1 +1. even 55 is already low. but 37 is like dangerously low. I think this guy may need more stress to be healthier :) Kevin25
+1 Banks hiring only for their RX groups seems to be a sign... brace yourselves Prospect in IB - Gen
+1 I dont think rayjay started process for ny office yet Prospect in Private Credit
+1 Power + nat gas are very disconnected from rest of the complex, I agree they’re decent but you also have to commute to Westchester which is balls. FX vol meh, better desks elsewhere. VP in S&T - FI
+1 Interesting, perhaps it's very firm dependent but HR basically told you to piss off if you referred anyone (regardless of how strong the candidate was) and you were below an ASSOC. Analyst 2 in PE - Other
+1 The β€œthinks it’s your Fortnite clan name” tier is probably the most accurate part of this whole list. The average person really has no idea what half of these firms actually do. huanlamunov
+1 In theory it should be fine and even good if it’s a good pitch. In theory. Anchor
+1 Good initiative. One thing I'd add: do every practice case out loud, even the solo ones. Most people prep silently and then stumble the first time they have to talk through a structure under pressure. Michael_Munich
+1 Sentiment is very gloomy, but PE is cyclical. Once financing costs stabilize and exits pick up, fundraising optimism will return quickly. elsizinie939
+1 Focus purely on catalysts they might be missing rather than attacking their stance. elsizinie939
+1 Supposedly MS is filled and does not plan to do FT recruiting this cycle (from HR) Intern in IB-M&A
+1 all the time - if anything it has increased recently with people prefering it  ecapital1
+1 Load of bs is what it sounds like. Only time I'll expect to pay for a company event is for getting my own coffee or lunch. No way I'm paying anything Company related out of my own pocket VP in PE - LBOs
+1 Have heard good things from friend at Jericho, they seem to invest the time and money to get more access, research, and talent. Though I'm sure many others on this list do the same. podfather
+1 Cool you have free time from 9PM to 11PM. Better than working til 3:30AM. Have you considered doing activities with friends after work? Lol Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Current analyst here Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 Tech stipend is gone. They told us this in NYC training. new 2026 AN1s are pissed. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 Yeah, mother got cancer earlier this year so would like to be around and take care of her when i can. It was a hard decision that she pushed back on but I know i would regret moving.  GoApeshit
+1 Did anyone get spd for MN? anon_26
+1 If anything, my honest reaction is that I’m surprised you’ve got this far. Equally, it is remarkable that you have somehow got this far. Associate 2 in IB - Cov
+1 Would say go to Cornell. NYU Consulting placements are just okay, there is a solid pipeline to the better brands within Big 4 but your MBB chances are just way higher at an Ivy.  Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 Appreciate that man - thank you. I'm still a graduate associate (aka intern) at my current shop - they are letting me stay on while I search. I'm just curious if that looks like a redflag for recruiters and firms etc. GoApeshit
+1 How close are you to this friend? VP in PE - LBOs
+1 Can confirm, MS def sent some superdays. Nothing to be done now though I believe Prospect in HF - EquityHedge
+1 Two weeks in, relax.  Spiffy B
+1 CourierSixMarlboro Menthol with a Cookies And Cream Milkshake I like Marlboro Menthol. I quit years ago though.  Isaiah_53_5 πŸ’ŽπŸ™ŒπŸ’ŽπŸ™ŒπŸ’Ž
+1 CourierSixMarlboro Menthol with a Cookies And Cream Milkshake Isaiah_53_5 πŸ’ŽπŸ™ŒπŸ’ŽπŸ™ŒπŸ’Ž
+1 Anonymous Monkey: Intern in IB - Gen
+1 elsizinie939Sentiment is very gloomy, but PE is cyclical. Once financing costs stabilize and exits pick up, fundraising optimism will return quickly. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 The golden rule unless you played at Deerfield choate Exeter Andover or Groton or St. Paul and Taft drop it please. No one cares bro tbh. Intern in ER
+1 β€”- investmentbaker33
+1 Usually same day/next day or latest eow. But think jpm sometimes β€œwl” ppl - so you might also hear back in a while. Don’t think they wl ppl for ft tho. Intern in IB-M&A
+1 Bumping for Boston - anyone hear from William Blair or Piper Prospect in IB - Cov
+1 you projecting man. nachocheese
+1 this is hilarious. Raymond James isn’t a friend in B tier? half day
+1 Just to clarify my question: I am asking if the exits in that list are reflective of expectations from top UBS groups. Intern in IB - Gen
+1 Unrealistic to expect that as an outcome. If you have target school and 3.9+ GPA and do on-cycle, probably achievable.  Associate 2 in IB - Gen
+1 If I had to guess next Tuesday f1keymonster
+1 Any advice for achieving that exit for on-cycle coming from UBS given the bank's overall lack of deal flow?  Intern in IB - Gen
+1 Holy Mogg Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+1 Bad… Analyst 1 in IB - Restr
+1 Jon-Jo Moonshallow
+1 Thanks. Global Co-head chasing people individually to pay is next level, and it’s a random event that no one wants to do Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+1 would recommend starting earlier  Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+1 cuck Partner in IB - Gen
+1 Β« An institution is its people and Goldman is Goldman Β» Intern in IB - Cov
+1 you guys are so fucking limp dicked SOFRsoGood
+1 YOE: 2 Role: Analyst Base: 60k Bonus: 30% Hours worked : 50-60 Prospect in RE - Comm
+1 I was at a tiny firm near Leeds, not big 4. Now I'm at a big 4 internship in EU through my target master, and have a coverage internship coming up.  Associate 2 in IB - Cov
+1 luckGrind on cycle prep before you hit the desk  Associate 2 in IB - Gen
+1 https://inex.one/blog/how-many-cdds-are-run-each-year Consultant in PE - Other
+1 Just look at DQ lists of broadly syndicated loans? They all vary depending on the sponsor. I honestly think a lot of them are super random. PuppyBackedSecurities
+1 The answer is no, nothing to do with your NASA logo.  Probably a lot to do with wearing a t shirt during an interview though.  Most people dress better for an interview than they would for a normal day at work. Managing Director in IB - Gen
+1 In prior years, all program analysts across each placement group received the same base + bonus, but I don't know if that has changed. Associate 3 in RE - Comm
+1 Not sure I fully follow the question, but - Esque_
+1 Leverage Hero Associate 1 in IB - Restr
+1 possible as well. the richmond team is a middle office function; it also is a product group switch Intern in IB-M&A
+1 CIBC mentioned πŸ—£οΈ Investment Analyst in HF - Other
+1 Do a lot of practice deliverables and prove to the team you are willing to improve.  Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 what group/office? goop12345678
+1 theres the automotive aftermarket team there and then also the "business financial analysts" that support the bankers / act like an india team. People have moved from BFA to coverage which should def be harder than ECM Intern in IB-M&A
+1 bumping Intern in IB - Gen
+1 One last comment: this might be TMI and I hope it doesn't come across as trolling, but are hobbies not a bit "gay"? I put it in quotation marks to avoid sounding homophobic. marlin_pardon2