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+15 Can’t tell if this is AI or Adderall honestly  cr7airconditioner
+15 Visa status or citizenship has nothing to do with any layoffs (which aren’t happening btw). You are just racist against Asian. longliveCS
+15 I agree with the sentiment of what you're saying, but nothing more. I also don't love AI creeping into every part of my life. It's coming for parts of my job. sappy
+15 Ex-ExxonMobil employee here....they will never be able to compete in the long-term until the company culture dramatically shifts. OilAndGasIsMyLife
+15 +10000 But also we can't blame them, it's not there fault, it's just the way the system is built. Also, my children will probably be the same (I'll make sure they go to Ivy fucking league etc...) Mario2385
+15 Let's say you get your number. You walk away. GS under Blankfein
+15 I believe the above poster has mistaken retail/consumer banking for commercial banking. tan86
+15 Assuming you're not in the top 1% in terms of look (so that she's only attracted to you because you're hot), I'd say one major element of attraction from your end is that you have a sense of purpose, that is, a bright care PKMGSoledad
+15 It definitely seems like some/a lot of his content is exaggerated for views or to generate outrage in the comments, but it is also possible that he simply worked in a tough group with an awful culture. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+15 I don't know why this got shit - perfectly valid take. Whoever is in charge of the project should go on the guarantees. brosephstalin
+15 So, did you make it? J.P. Morghan
+15 They are so imaginative that they pitch all the clients the same crackpoint "creative" ideas! Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+15 Dawg can you please explain in plain English what this post is about? Give us a 1-2 sentence rundown of what happened.  Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+15 It's boomer luxury communism... https://americanmind.org/salvo/what-is-total-boomer-luxury-communism/ m_1
+15 Much worse list than OP’s. If you’re ranking schools by prestige just use USNews lol: Investment Analyst in HF - EquityHedge
+15 Queef_Lover: dmbgc
+15 UBS fucked over the American half of their 2022 intern class who had signed return offer contracts and were supposed to start in July 2023. Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+15 Smart guy. Pretending to ask this as a dad so you get higher quality answers Analyst 3+ in CorpStrat
+15 ^Hi "Teller in IB - Cov" (Rank AH). The_Biotech_Banking_Expert
+15 I would hard disagree. AM executes the business plan and realizes the investment at disposition. The value is literally ‘created’ by the AM team. If that is not front office I don’t know what is. Associate 2 in RE - Comm
+15 Just to add some high level context / history on BofA for those less aware: prior to GFC the brand was non existent in mega cap IB. It was maybe 20th in league tables. Hags28
+15 Few talking points are: Walker Texas Banker
+15 Coming from a similar background, the first thing you should do is stop with that negative self-talk bullshit. Kondo
+15 Analyst 1 in AM - FI
+15 Hey, happy to answer some of these questions for you. If you're looking to begin a career in the financial services. corporate banking and investment banking are great places to start depending on your preferences. greyiii
+15 This is absolutely insane talk. If you’re mid 30s and have 4mm liquid, stop being a loser about it because that is a blessing. Low interest rates are over and none of us are getting carry like our predecessors. Developer in RE - Comm
+15 Can you give an example of a market dislocation investment? Oh I have no idea, I just typed the question into ChatGPT and it spat out my comment kindheartedconsultant
+15 All Asian all hands tomorrow at 9 pm on the 6th floor break area to discuss their options, including paying the $100k out of pocket to UBS Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+15 Raj, is that you? Analyst 1 in PE - LBOs
+15 I'm sorry you aren't enjoying it. I joined J.P. Morgan Private Bank last summer after an MBA as well. We have a few Goldman refugees in our office, it's interesting to hear their stories. I don't find my job here boring. Kkreme15
+15 watch your semi colon use. i worked with an analyst who used it wrong all the time and it really annoyed me.  otherwise, this is a good take Pussy galore
+15 Sorry you didn’t get a return offer Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+15 Get some pussy and learn what sex feels like  I got a return btw   Intern in IB-M&A
+15 Happened to me years back. Landed smth better. Same exact situation with zero negative feedback. Some teams just suck at providing effective mentorship. That’s life. rolo25
+15 `trust fund vested; how do I make up a good story?` jabroni1234567
+15 They clearly don’t read WallStreetOasis in Asia Associate 2 in IB - Gen
+15 Wow you spoke to an incoming summer analyst?! you must really know everything! Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+15 I don't feel tied down by work in terms of needing to be on my computer all the time, but it can very difficult to truly unplug. the-chosen-monkey-1
+15 average Jefferies hire  Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+15 Alright, reading the comments, and setting aside the protectionism, the blatant racism, and moronic statements, there are some valid points.  FinnesseGod
+15 who overwhelmingly supports mass immigration? Crony capitalist boomers and naive women  Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+15 Jamie Dimon started his career in Bank One. Good to know his career is fucked I guess. VP in IB - Gen
+15 I think some of this knowledge is outdated or disproportionately contributed by low level employees. Research Analyst in HF - RelVal
+15 You truly are low caliber talent if this is how you think Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+15 i mean you're hiring smart foreigners from top schools not dumb hicks, huge difference right? Prospect in HF - Other
+15 Congrats on citi Prospect in IB - Cov
+15 Upset that a kid in Athens took the time to write this Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+15 First of all, you should be thanking your new MBA Associate for his guidance and for giving you this opportunity. He’s looking out for your development and managing upwards and downwards.  Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+15 H-1B entitlement oozing from this post I would just send you back home and let an American take your seat Associate 3 in IB-M&A
+15 “My steak is too buttery” jobye
+15 Former Leerink here, and I’m sure I’ll get MS for this because people on WSO can be weirdly cultish about the firm, but I honestly do not care anymore. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+15 My low point was coming on this forum and finding out that interns and prospects don't think the bank I work at is very prestigious. VP in IB - Gen
+15 yea don't worry about other people. getting a hedge fund job is definitely doable, it's about making small steps in that direction overtime and taking enough shots on goal until eventually someone gives you a chance. office_monkey
+15 And a massively better city in terms of quality of life. Attack_Chihuahua
+15 Analysts and asos are describing heart palpitations and health issues from grinding on fake deals and fake pitches, and MDs response is to punch down and tell them they’re “overhead” who should know their Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+15 Allegedly for the spots removing that could hold Americans HR used the fucking random function on excel Associate 3 in IB - Gen
+15 If u not tight with Big Byj u not getting into QUIC lil bro 😹😹😹 Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+15 aint no way u copied chat 1:1 into a post 💀💀💀 Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+15 A few suggestions: VP in PE - Growth
+15 Cute. I actually work at RBC but unlike you, probably don't touch myself to my bank's relative ranking on bay street. VP in IB - Gen
+15 West coast office developer.. woof Developer in RE - Comm
+15 I spent some of my Pre-MBA PE experience based out of SG and covering SE Asia and am looking to return post MBA. There are a handful of threads on here about PE in Asia in. Black Jack
+15 Bailed on PE after 2 years. Walking away from it / banking was the single greatest thing I have ever done professionally.  gufmo
+15 Nothing you did in banking is really relevant at all other than learning attention to detail and how to do basic ppt / xls work. If you want to prepare for PE:  Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+15 say that you a prestige whore, I said me too Prospect in IB - Gen
+15 This would hold a lot more weight if it was from a Certified M&A Associate 2 or above, not an intern in M&A. Analyst 1 in CorpDev
+15 lol that ego death is going to hit you hard brother   Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+15 pov: your hr and know you can’t check so you make this thread to scare other applicants AstorAscendant
+15 Unfortunately nobody in GS industrials will have time to come on this website and respond Intern in IB - Cov
+15 Why is it always a prospect spouting BS like this Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+15 This forum has become an echo chamber of misinformation. It’s low key super obvious that most of you have never actually worked at a top group at a top bank. Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+15 OP here. Wanted to give everyone an update. Today I signed a FT IB offer with a strong MM bank in NYC! It was my 8th superday this cycle and my absolute last chance at breaking back in to IB for FT. Intern in IB - Gen
+15 Friends don’t let friends work at UBs Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+15 Breaking: Single 40 year old man spends Friday night posting about prenups and cheating women online.  IsItREPE
+15 They remain focused on not making money. MMPM
+15 Would ignore the incel comments above and try and give it a shot honestly. Intern in IB-M&A
+15 Man there's some ass advice on this site sometimes -- as someone who has really good friends (including 2 roommates) at all three of these groups, I think this shakes out pretty simply. Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+15 - Angry JPM b school associate that struck out at GS/MS and developed an inferiority complex  Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+15 While this will obviously vary from individual to individual, I've come to experience that people in general, and perhaps moreso women, don't actually want someone telling them what to do, but rather to simply listen when ActuarialQuant
+15 Reading my Bible and praying every day. Associate 1 in CorpFin
+15 You should leverage this as a networking opportunity and use it as lever to join her BB Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+15 Joining UBS was the biggest mistake of my life… wouldn’t wish it on my worst enemy  Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+15 You missed the biggest witch hunt lynch fest in wso history bro Prospect in IB-M&A
+15 as prestigious as barnard college Associate 1 in PE - Other
+15 Just wanted to say I accepted Lazard ‼️‼️ MicMonkey
+15 OP - questions like this are great and what I think this board is (or should be) all about. No shame in asking. Rather, thank you for doing so.    Great replies in this thread Jamoldo
+15 2) For the model, typically in a 4-hr test you drive everything off growth % (for rev) and % of rev (for costs), and you usually make 1 single base case which is a haircut version of the sell-side case, which should be mor chihayafull
+15 Seriously go f*ck yourself Associate 1 in PE - Other
+15 1st gen here. Maybe a hot take - “heritage Americans” who are still broke are losers. Straight up the totality of your family’s generational lineage has lost the game. Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+15 Have only met a handful like this in my life. Advice: stay the fuck away -- awful risk:reward macro bruin
+15 Be careful what you wish for. Everyone hates the woke virus until it gives them a protected Saturday or better junior banker conditions. RollTide98
+15 Imagine Moelis hours with UBS pay Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+15 I've always liked the impact RE has on cities and communities, the fact that you can take over a derelict building and transform it into a brand new hotel or office building bringing lots of jobs and new life to the area. Real_Estate_PE
+15 Great question. It entirely depends on the strategy, what company you're valuing and the current industry, but in general terms for our L/S HF our models follow this format: - Quarterly 3 Statement Model; Intern in Consulting
+15 They aren't it's prob someone who went to dartmouth green_duck
+15 I have worked in PE and am working in the public equity/credit domain. My $0.02 is that they both can be interesting and frustrating. MidtownParkAve
+15 When I was in PE I thought I had won a golden lottery ticket by making it into the industry. Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+15 Reading the comments, I think there is an overestimation of how available “Golden Handcuffs” are given.   odog @digitalimmortality.com
+15 Can we not fathom that EVR clearly sees themselves as a competitor to the JPM/GS’s of the world and are moving accordingly? Works at Goldman Sachs
+15 Not really how it works. IB/PE is more like an "apprenticeship" than a 9-5 job in the traditional sense. inessential