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+20 I can already imagine some people's Google Interest Page: Keyser SΓΆze 123
+20 As millennials transition into homeowners, we will see a growing demand for home privacy (afterall, millenials make up the largest group of early adopters for home automation and security technologies). exlurker
+20 Was staffed on a live sell-side M&A deal. The client wanted to sell off a chunk of their European business. Ed Wuncler III
+20 If there's enough interest on this topic, I'll write a thread. Disclosure: I work for a Blue-chip technology company as a Blockchain architect and I've been investing in cryptographic assets for the past year. dedline
+20 Can speak to my time at a MM - roughly ~15 MDs (2 per major sector) focused primarily on sell-side M&A deals in the $50M to $500M space. Quaneaser
+20 You think it's bad in finance, try working at a west coast tech firm. Dances With Newfoundland
+20 In my nearly 40 years trading the markets (on the side), I've heard a constant chorus about an imminent crash. M-and-A
+20 -The Russell 1000 Value trailed the R1K Growth by 17 percentage points in 2017. The R1K equal weight trailed the R1K by 5 percentage points. Gray Fox
+20 My parents are minorities and grew up really poor in a village. It's a miracle they even made it to the U.S. They faced improbable odds, but they were able to send all their children to college. FWU
+20 That would be nothing compared to the MD at Lehman who would ask his prospective interns/analysts to open up one of the windows in the room as the interview started. Deal Team Six
+20 I'm sorry, but you guys give the impression like it's completely normal to work during Christmas or it's completely normal to not to be able take some time off.  CEO in IB - Cov
+20 Background: I will avoid discussing to remain anonymous. Suffice to say - top 5 school, average grades but some good success with sports/societies. ridingthebullwave
+20 The confirmation-seeking students / grads from non-target schools, with mediocre GPA, and no experience. tackytech
+20 Had a VP one time waste my time on a pitch for some BS valuation meeting with a private company because he didn't think about anything until the last minute. George_Banker
+20 I've known a few very successful women in high finance. brotherbear
+20 When I was in college I was on a phone screen for an internship I was really, really into. The Assman
+20 Early 30s sell side banker here and have a 3 year old at home. WanderingWanchai
+20 Currently working as an associate (former analyst) at one of the large cap PE shops mentioned above. Interned at another and did a summer in EB/BB banking. Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+20 It's a slippery slope. InfoDominatrix
+20 "haxx0r31337"she told me that the next person she will date she will likely go all the way with, and that she's not ready yet. CRE
+20 You gotta love when schools are now emphasizing the quality of "extracurriculars" and such which clearly benefit upper class families over working/middle class families. Synergy_or_Syzygy
+20 I can tell you're upset. I will try to help you here, but take what I'm about to say very seriously: your attitude determines your altitude. thebrofessor
+20 Never thought I would see this thread on here, but I’m glad I did because I’ve been waiting to share this story. salomoney
+20 Interesting topic. You can of course find examples of game theory played out in numerous fields- business, politics, war, etc but I find game theory in sports the most fascinating. Brody92
+20 Brotip: If you haven't realized yet, she was worried about the rain ruining her hair/makeup. Then you basically added on to her insecurities by making fun of her. On a date. When you're supposed to be charming. Or witty. PWM Hopeful
+20 Universities are filled with sheltered Marxist academia lifers who have never had to compete in the private sector. InVinoVeritas
+20 Pretty sure we can categorize the content into different groups based on factors like cringe level and overdone language: The "Meh okay, I get why they're sharing even if I don't agree with it": BeautifullyConfused
+20 Not at all. Drug use (especially illicit drug use) in finance is unheard of. Most people find great fulfillment and motivation from the profession itself. The Pharma Guy
+20 A moth stops into a podiatrists office, and the doctor asks the moth what he can do for him: LeveredBetaBoy
+20 Stop beating yourself up, it isn't going to help you moving forward. I obviously don't know you personally, but based on your story I have a few thoughts on how to boost your traction: Ricky Rosay
+20 Potential reasons (from someone who has never been in IB): Pug
+20 definitely not too late... but the excuses have to stop. You take some ownership but if you can't fix your work ethic, you're basically fucked. WallStreetOasis.com
+20 People don't want to hear how things are going with you if you're clearly better off. Just ask them how they're doing, and when they ask about you say it's fine. m8
+20 Must be missing something - what exactly has he done that's so impressive? Intern in IB - Gen
+20 Not in banking but went through something similar around the end of undergrad. At the time, I thought it was the worst thing that could have happened. JVRE
+20 >I don't know how true this is, but I feel like a lot of them aren't typically your rags to riches type. SHB
+20 "m8" Nice anti-Trump post. BobTheBaker
+20 Old person here. Finance is very fickle this way. In good years, you're paid above average, and in bad years, companies retrench. They are skittish, they have PTSD. Shaynepunim
+20 Dude... I really hope this is a troll. 27
+20 Delayed start or Virtual is what I believe HR is trying to work out now. On our team, we would vastly prefer to have an internship program of some sort instead of canceling the program and giving out FT offers. Works at Barclays Capital
+20 She's prob stressed and her way of dealing with it is to appear to be working all the time. Remember she's got people to report to as well. PM in HF - Macro
+20 "luga12" Not trying to get political here, SMH. The title here is "2020 Election, Why Joe" financeabc
+20 Not sure if it's helpful but my mother was one of the first women hired in IBD at BB in the late 1970s. burnerearner
+20 As of last Thursday in Dallas, TX, bars and restaurants have reopened at a mandated 25% capacity. dedline
+20 "Associate 1 in PE - LBOs" Well if this shows us one thing, YOU BETTER GET THE FUCKING ASIAN LAST NAME RIGHT OR THE WHOLE GANG COM Nouveau Richie
+20 My question to you is: why do you care so much? InvestInYourShelf
+20 I'm over this fucking place. If any of you American-dwellers want a 42 year old intern throw a brother a lifeline. Fucking hell. earthwalker7
+20 This is a tough position and I’m sorry to hear. Were you able to get any feedback on why you didn’t receive a return offer? Investment Manager in HF - Other
+20 always approach these things (as in trading) with upside/downside in mind thebrofessor
+20 There is a difference between being a conservative and being a Trump supporter. quantmacro
+20 Good question. The below is a mix of tips that helped me and traits I see in successful analysts in my team. EmpireMaker
+20 Hi Analyst 3+ in IB - Ind,   Thank you so much for your interest in the Investment Banking position at EB. We appreciate you taking the time to interview with our team.   Intern in IB-M&A
+20 From Wizard of Soho on Instagram... Analyst 3+ in RE - Comm
+20 For the 1000th time, it wasn't that RH wasn't having legitimate issues, it's that their behavior included shutting down purchase orders only, which just so happen to be to the benefit of its top client, Citadel, which had I quit this site because of censorship
+20 I am 25 in a few months, so I barely qualify for this, but here we go: communicate honestly and objectively (as opposed to vaguely). ChanandlerBingo
+20 lol - plz fix VP in PE - Growth
+20 What is the point of this thread again? I love how you got into IB and now all you can talk about is your dream finance husband - thanks for furthering that stereotype for women in finance... Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+20 Can't speak for anyone else, but I personally don't look down on my friends in MO/BO or any job for that matter. Intern in IB - Cov
+20 a 1,000 guys is a slow week for your Mom. Little Sheep
+20 Prefer poached egg but will try poached jrs too Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+20 Nice way to slip in a brag there Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+20 Fuck Trump. Biden 2020.  Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+20 fellas is it gay to wear pajamas Intern in IB-M&A
+20 Ortolan, obviously (adjusts monocle). VP in IB - Gen
+20 Good initiative. We have a similar product solution at my bank which we call 'Analyst'. CF123
+20 Let's add fuel to the fire: DB vs RBC Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+20 Love when two college freshmen get in a fight over an office coffee machine VP in PE - LBOs
+20 I've managed to work at both Moelis and Lazard for the past two years. PM me for advice Analyst 2 in 
+20 delete Intern in Legal
+20 You have nothing to worry about. All bankers are gay in one way or the other; some prefer to get fcked by clients, some prefer to get fcked by MDs and some prefer to get fcked by dudes. QuiltEmerson
+20 5318008 on a calculator turned upside down thebrofessor
+20 Never... I just let it fall out naturally brownline9
+20 My DUMB and LAZY associate wanted us to HAVE a few DRINKS on a FRIDAY EVENING, but I had a LEAGUE OF LEGENDS tournament, so I DITCHED this NORMIE Intern in PE - Growth
+20 i feel like "toxic masculinity" is just a term that stupid liberals use to describe any straight white guy who doesn't act like justin trudeau timetogetserious
+20 Welcome to 21st century finance, where people use breathing excersices instead of coke BoardroomBanter8
+20 Elite Bulge Boutique mm-Monke
+20 Yeah, same. I'm sure to use Tic Tacs before interviews just in case I start kissing the interviewer. I'm automatically attracted to any female interviewer--I just start kissing them. Just kiss. I don't even wait. Billion with a B
+20 From personal experience I would say it is best if you do it. I did it a few months ago and we are both better off and happier. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+20 Simple - hold a meeting with your fellow analysts, lie that he made an inappropriate joke to you, or grabbed your down there and for that reason, you don't think he would be a good "fit" for your team. MfckngChimp
+20 Dark women as well? Or just women I'm actually a squirrel
+20 LMAO Melvin deserves to die. Imagine managing state employee pension funds of average people and having naked short risk on and advertising your position. Fuck this guy what an idiot risk manager.  NA in IB-M&A
+20 I’m at a super target (think H/Y/P/S/Kelley) wsbanalyst
+20 this is some next level mental masturbation takenotes08
+20 "You don't try to be loyal, you just are." - Bobby Axelrod Pug
+20 Outlook at my MM isn't pretty. Stub hits in a month and 5-6 associates and a few 2nd years are leaving because they are just done. Don't know if they have things lined up. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+20 I feel you brotha its like what ever happened to traditional values. I for one say we bring back the suspenders. Jamie_Diamond
+20 how bout you get a job and come back when you're qualified to give opinions. Data points are for people who have a use for data. s.ratnasw
+20 Hmm you should've gotten them already I'm actually a squirrel
+20 Long-Term Capital Management Mike Bloomberg
+20 2-3 hits of indica. Rub one out quick..  a/c on max.  Principal in Consulting
+20 You're retarded. Prospect in IB - Gen
+20 Being a bank teller FutureBankTeller
+20 Magic Johnson's doctors GridironCEO
+20 I ended up going with the PM role, what are you thinking of doing? Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+20 "Dawn of a new era"....lol same guy who was VP for 8 years and in politics for 47 years....not exactly a new era NoEquityResearch
+20 There is  absolutely no problem with this. ArizonaIce
+20 The subtleness and au courant smell emanating from a freshly printed confidential information memorandum. My hand gently moving across one end to the other, the paper touching mine in unison. Jamie_Diamond
+20 Hahaha, fuck off dude. I'm Asian and definitely will not be used as your fucking pawn. It sounds like you believe in the "model minority," to which I would suggest you remove that concept from your head.  Corporate Raider
+20 Harvard Yale Penn LSU Michigan North Florida Oregon Princeton Isaiah_53_5 πŸ’ŽπŸ™ŒπŸ’ŽπŸ™ŒπŸ’Ž
+20 Just skip over the Summer Analyst phase and let them all know you’re an Incoming MD finbrah