Highest Ranked Comments In The Last Year

+1 VP2 at a MM - Stress is much higher, but the time away from the desk / bullshit work certainly makes it easier to compartmentalize. My weekend flexibility has improved dramatically. human_piranha82
+1 Exits aren't materially different, its just the caliber. LMM/Regional PE, go upmarket to a low/mid-tier MM bank. Gold-ManSacks
+1 10 years into PE and thoroughly agree with the above. Way better upside and far more interesting work (that’s actually much more strategic than MBB ever was). SaaSChimp
+1 Top clubs don't guarantee placements. cmpros
+1 yes. i get paid in cad but in usd simbarawr264
+1 As a biopharma associate at a BB - decent write up Gonna just point kids to this post instead of taking networking calls now Associate 2 in IB - Cov
+1 Yes, used plenty (IC decks, lender updates, diligence read-outs, diligence agendas/exhibits). SaaSChimp
+1 this is just bad advice for biopharma. every networking call i got on for biotech bankers all asked me very pointed questions about companies i was reading about. some people just find the sector interesting  Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 but for anyone confused about this just talk to your school and DSO, not wso Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 Tbh I agree with your irony probably in a lot of aspects, but generally subscribe to the idea that it is much better to start working a little later in your 20s vs. Associate 2 in PE - Other
+1 Woodline 132408975123
+1 Honestly, if this is a legit Superday, I wouldn’t overthink the hotel cost. The interview itself is potentially worth a lot more than the difference between a $150 and $300 room. Hanlon
+1 Kind of agreed on second point. Putting a bunch of meaningless stats on the clients or deals you were on isn't actually.useful. People are interested in what you actually contributed. Research Analyst in ER
+1 The "No-Price Decision" Audit is an intriguing concept aimed at combating the behavioral pitfalls of price momentum in capital markets. WSO Monkey Bot
+1 I worked at a research firm before I got my first trading seat, but I've had a number of colleagues over the years who came from utilities/asset owners. Quant in PropTrad
+1 Agree with this Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 VP1 at Bank of America is not getting 500k You think Stephens is paying 500k??? high hopes
+1 Seems not too many questions came through, so I'll ask a few: FinnesseGod
+1 If your ancestors are from Europe (especially Germania) your last name is also westernized seekinthealpha1
+1 I hate my job in RX daily until I interact with counsel. After that, I realize just how much worse it could be. Director in Consulting
+1 Have you tried telling racist jokes that are actually funny?  IsItREPE
+1 It’s a choice to post or not to post. She’s also in complete control of what she chooses to post. Intern in PE - Growth
+1 . Hags28
+1 Just to clarify he didn't say PE is high school pedigree conscious, he just said it's correlated.  Meaning PE hires a certain type . . Dr. Rahma Dikhinmahas
+1 From personal experience - knock out SIE and S63 asap but don’t let it ruin ur weekend plans. Spend as much time as u can doing what u like (golfing, working out, hiking, and spending time with friends). Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Changing comments now lil bro . Analyst 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 During my junior years at this T1 LO, I was paid at a 40/50% discount to my MM peers. Salaries only grow 5% p.a. until you reach the analyst level which can be a long road. Research Analyst in HF - EquityHedge
+1 Bro you're the one still anonymous on a finance forum crying and bitching about a girl doing her own thing which clearly has your panties tied up in a bunch. You've commented a billion times in this thread already. Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+1 How come in all these failed return offer posts, the intern does great work and is well regarded by everyone one on the team...except for some random associate or VP or ED? Smoke Frog
+1 Can you go more into this. Not much if at all on this topic on wso pbwind2024
+1 Would not go here tbh. Terrible pay and culture. Stay away Intern in Research - Other
+1 A couple questions, are you limited geographically? Where are you located? If you are tied to a mid-tier city there might be limited opportunities. RCJ92
+1 Have been a VP at BB and EB. VP-1 at BB, was very much like an associate role on steroids. thunderbird_neo
+1 Hello, apologies for the late response. Do you mean LSE's GMiM? It's currently the most attractive option in the UK for me. nifiseoguntoye
+1 Amazing how much you’re forced to work in this field for pay that could be had for doing jack shit elsewhere. Covid19Brah
+1 update? heize
+1 Calling out someone for being unprofessional and discussing how hot they are and if they know someone who’s cracked are completely different things and you know that. Don’t be an incel apologist and touch some grass Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+1 Dude no one called this woman hot. You are now making up a narrative to fit your agenda. Why dont you touch some grass. You are projecting so hard.  Analyst 2 in PE - LBOs
+1 I’ve seen people move from LMM to Mainsail & Serent Capital on the investment teams. I think it depends on the industry group you are in to be honest.  gaggegr123
+1 PeRmAnEnTiNtErNbump Depends on what you’re bumping. Blow isn’t going to help with stress.  IsItREPE
+1 Line up anyone who will say a good word for you.  Have them ready as references. Dr. Rahma Dikhinmahas
+1 Piper/DB no, but Nomura has started supposedly Intern in IB-M&A
+1 def no brainer. incase you end up not liking finance and want to go to med school, i think it will actually help your application. corticobish
+1 Update - spoke to the recruiter and he said they will likely start interviews next week (w/c. 7th September) , but it might be up to 2 weeks (w/c. Analyst 1 in RE - Comm
+1 mate half this site larps about working 100hrs a week or their inflated comp numbers for the attention of women lol– it's nothing new?? Works at JPMorgan
+1 I have been the interviewer for corp dev roles, and I ask that question not expecting the interviewee to really have any truly interesting answer. jl12
+1 I got asked a lot about interest rates and my future outlook for rates given the changes happening at the fed (I interviewed earlier this year). LAXPipeline
+1 Will surely include some type of LBO. I’d also think about the next step - how does a sec firm get returns after the original sponsor? I’d think of being able to model: Associate 1 in PE - Other
+1 All you need are 5 pairs of the ABCs. White shirt or polo. Associate 1 in PE - Other
+1 He's building at $500/unit. Here is his S+U on an average project. Associate 2 in RE - Other
+1 50 for lower middle to 150 for upper middle to 250 for toppy top bucket AptmateWantedLA
+1 School is for network and no means a silver bullet. Experience trumps all especially in RE. Associate 1 in RE - Comm
+1 Yikes, sounds like a terrible place to work. Any specific stories?  Prospect in IB - Gen
+1 Not in secondaries, but I remember seeing some secondaries models. Seemed like 2-3 sheets with some dense waterfalls. So probably being familiar with fund waterfalls under diff scenarions would be helpful. GS under Blankfein
+1 I wear polos and nice pants, sometimes a q zip since it’s frigid at the office burner18363737728
+1 Sex, drugs and rock & roll Or the modern equivalent: Dating apps, zyns/vapes/whatever floats your hair, and EDM Hags28
+1 To be candid, it’s incredibly unlikely. You don’t have the IB skillset and also coming from LMM so no ability to go downstream with the hopes of a brand name carrying weight. Associate 1 in PE - Growth
+1 Don’t have anything to add other than to say, to put MDP & Audax in the same conversation as Siris is comical. Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+1 Rev_cap, agnostoxxx, p_remarks, blondesnmoney Are some of my favorites  borg1523
+1 0/5 Good lord, dude  IsItREPE
+1 Thanks for doing this Investment Analyst in S&T - Other
+1 you must have too much free time SOFT2theMoon
+1 Interesting you are thinking CFO route. If I ever decide to leave being Head of AM, it would only be for a COO title. CRE Credit
+1 Ok hot shot, riddle me this. He’s an analyst right? Don’t believe for future growth and opportunities, an analyst is better positioned at bofa or a tier 2 shop? Smoke Frog
+1 I thought this too but it’s confirmed on Evercores Students and Graduates events page. If you click on the event at UVA it says the apps for SA 2028 open on September 8th ArcticFox_2029
+1 It sounds like you aren’t perfectly sure what you want to do long-term (which is entirely okay), so echoing some other people on this thread and would say go to buyout. Analyst 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 Sounds like a nightmare. I prefer men. Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+1 Agree with the above - does not sound like a fit. SaaSChimp
+1 Samir and Kevin Nguyen are goated Pond Scum No More
+1 Sounds like a solid project! Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are a few tips to ensure your stock pitch stands out: WSO Monkey Bot
+1 When you are doing manager research of managers i am curious whether operational red flags ever outweight a good track record? orange_juice13
+1 This dude is a liar. Top bucket got like $525k all in, so $250 bonus. Middle bucket was low 400s all in, and bottom bucket got $50k bonuses. Confirmed from multiple sources. This was for VP1. VP in IB - Gen
+1 Someone said to start referring to them as The View Gold-ManSacks
+1 But JPM at its core is a retail bank so why your logic doesn’t apply to them Intern in IB - Cov
+1 Thanks, helpful perspective. I’ve done a lot of reflecting on priorities past few months and I think it’s important for me to keep pushing hard in my career to maximize my earning potential. pmoon212
+1 PWP sucks so bad it is not even funny anymore Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+1 I mean its great but the current comp doesnt rlly go that far after taxes in VHCOL city and Im still in my 20s so Id rather grind now than regret later for staying cushy young  Intern in Research - Other
+1 I agree, except we are all tools in this industry Intern in Research - Other
+1 Am a non finance kid and knew almost nothing on day 1 of my internship at an EB some 7-10 years ago  Ended up finishing the 10 weeker being one of the more proficient interns  Monkey.D.
+1 All very good careers. Would try to hop on a few informal coffee chat calls with folks in each to try and sus out which you prefer. asdf1248
+1 Thanks for regurgitating my TLDR houston we have a problem
+1 Personally not a fan of AI formatting slop. Prospect in IB - Cov
+1 Thanks for regurgitating why its not a myth and wasting my time Teller in Non-profit
+1 Get off your high horse, you said something and I corrected it as someone with very high knowledge on the claims you made. It's not. A vendetta to make a correction. VP in PE - LBOs
+1 Anonymized the screen name, thanks. USNtoMBAtoUndecided
+1 Understand TEY + basic fixed income techs, and be able to articulate your interest in PF and you'll be fine laxy
+1 I’m sure there will be protests that police shouldn’t have used deadly force or some other nonsense. Smoke Frog
+1 Hi Antoniosoprano,  Aconsultant
+1 Counter point is that I heard that it was a black cop who shot the lady. That may mean the BLM and ABAB people may be less willing to be upset and yell Hags28
+1 New banker here: it’s really getting in the way of the learning process. Have had senior people just ask for miscellaneous deliverables and say “just AI it”. waccAF
+1 No idea on head hunting, but would assume it’s all commissions based. Same with IR, would assume it’s some function of funds raised from clients. All is to say, if you’re good it can be very lucrative. asdf1248
+1 Comp studies put VP1s in the 500k range for MM and BB. I was in mid 400s as an AS3 at a LMM firm, albeit I was top bucket. Associate 2 in IB-M&A
+1 The other thing, FWIW, since yoy said “dream”, would be careful not to pedestalize these roles too much.  Assist. VP in PE - LBOs
+1 Hey - I have recently made the pivot from Big 4 to equity research and am happy to share my experiences (sent you a personal message also).  nitrocoldbro
+1 Yes. PrivateTechquity 🚀🚀🚀
+1 holy shit this comment aged well  Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+1 Associate 2 in PE - LBOs VP in Private Credit
+1 Bump two years later how we feeling? Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+1 The background check agency's focus is on verifying the information you've provided, i.e. experiences listed on your resume. VP in Consulting
+1 lol respect mgw19