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+13 Totally depends on bank, group, and position. “Industry Standard” is within 24 hours from personal experience, but I know a guy who heard back from a reputable MM 3 months after superday and got the job. rolo25
+13 Lol this forum doesnt care about actual performance, please refer to OFFICIAL MF/UMM PE PRESTIGE RANKINGS post for the only relevant metric, “prestige” LBOnlyFans
+13 If only there were something like a social network where one could see people's career history.. MMPM
+13 Director in IB - GenD1$100KMiddleWtf FailedInFinance
+13 Me thinks: they’re about to tear all down again and start from scratch with the America’s IB. This rebuild just flat out did not work Director in IB - Gen
+13 Typical MBA associate reply. Dumb and useless Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+13 Haha. I love reading all the comments on this site from analysts stating that the associates above them don't know shit. Refreshing change of pace here. DickFuld
+13 Thx, James. Appreciate the insight. Works at Other
+13 ASO1 $45k Middle Associate 1 in IB - Gen
+13 It's all about ownership. Writing off the shareholder equity is almost like transferring ownership. Think of it like this - You and I are partners in a business. The two of us split things 50/50. Frieds
+13 lol - (28, 375k TC)  Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+13 Slow your roll, Derek Chauvin. Remember where you are. Cheating at universities is not a race based thing. Everyone does it. In the US, frats and sororities all have massive databases of assignments, tests, quizzes, etc. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+13 lol ok intern Associate 2 in IB-M&A
+13 Why u rubbing it in bro Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+13 Enough screen time for today lil bro Incoming Analyst in IB - Cov
+13 Unlike IB, consulting, law, etc., there is no traditional track for IR. Moonshallow
+13 I was interviewing for my current role via phone around the end of October and after the formal questions we were just chatting about random things for a bit. Darth Vlookup
+13 After that whole email chain fiasco I am disgusted I share my fate with these Charlotte nc imbeciles  Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+13 You are comparing #6 in the Americas (Wells) to outside the top 20 in the Americas (UBS) Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+13 Lower than bankers think it is Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+13 Yeah managing ib and consulting recruiting is rough I also did that and this is what I'd recommend. monkey3186374
+13 Another CIE ad?  Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+13 You sound like a skibidi toilet non sigma ohio rizzler with a level 0 gyatt. Analyst 1 in AM - Other
+13 I genuinely think sometimes people on the app forget not everyone has 5+ options. If someone gets a sweatshop offer and it’s either that or going to working for Regions or a LMM, you are taking the sweatshop. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+13 One of the people who got rescinded.  role109
+13 Not sure, most of our analyst were out for doctors appointments last Monday so I guess they would’ve missed out on the interviews happening. Associate 2 in IB - Cov
+13 You sound like a tool. I assure you a big reason why your associates ignore weekend asks or aren’t willing to run through walls has a lot more to do with how you treat them than you might admit. Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+13 It is very doable. I have since exited to a special situation and seen plenty others do it. I was even a bit older than you when exiting.  Investment Analyst in HF - Event
+13 We’re a reputable firm and I (personally) love my team and the deals we do together. All of the firms mentioned in this thread are great. I think it’s more important to find the industry / culture / geo fit you desire vs. Works at Guggenheim Partners
+13 While a lot of what people say on this site has some validity, I'd advise you to step back and ignore all the negativity on this site. Associate 2 in IB-M&A
+13 Hey its ken griffin here dm me buddy i will tell you how. We can cut you a sizeable sleeve too for ur first year here. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+13 Exactly. They prefer to call themselves beta Damian-Lewis
+13 Sure, not too sure how to structure this, but took some inspiration from the "xx is paradise" posts: Consultant in Consulting
+13 The weekly UBS shitting thread. They never get old. SonicBoom12
+13 That sounds like a you problem. I’d go as far as saying it’s a sign of bad management if you’re not able to adapt your style to the situation and environment in order to get the best out of your team. Associate 2 in Consulting
+13 Every single IB CIM/MP has some type of error in it, often material errors. Incorrect CAGRs, blatant math errors, stale and irrelevant language from other deals, etc. Don't let it stress you out. Esuric
+13 "History will always remember the moment Trump’s DOJ finally boot-kicked the vault door of the Federal Reserve to expose the Somalians, Mexicans, and reptile-men who’ve been quietly liquefying the nation’s future and pipin WeatherController
+13 It's really rough out there. Short guys don't even get invited to meetings sometimes because the bank wants to impress the clients with tall chads.  Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+13 this is my arbitrary ranking based on my experience and that of other seniors across multiple clubs so take it with a grain of salt  chimpsenior__
+13 Please rock a mullet day one 🙏🏼 I look forward to the WSO post from someone in your pit commenting on how disgusted your MD is. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+13 So you have a handful of good questions and are definitely thinking about the right factors. Lets go through based on topic:  1. Compensation Deal Team Six
+13 I assume that you're meaning minority growth, or late stage venture, not growth buyout. If so, The main difference lies in the complexity of the financial modeling and the wrangling of banks/advisors. kindheartedconsultant
+13 It’s a dilution of the brand. Can’t explain this hire besides it’s being a political statement that makes a16z even cozier with the Trump admin - that’s literally all this is about. liquidiot
+13 Dont worry, most of yall werent going to get into Apollo anyways LBOnlyFans
+13 Dude this is so true I recently had an existential crisis over it. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+13 Of course the industry became generic and boring. What do you expect? It’s no longer a place to generate alpha and instead is an asset accumulation fee business. Partner in PE - LBOs
+13 This is as stupid as years of hearing people tell me to check my privilege as an unknowing beneficiary of being a man in finance. acardboardmonkey
+13 U hitting or not brah? Intern in IB - Restr
+13 If the bank you work at is a service provider to the PE shop you are joining, it's not a bad idea to develop new or maintain existing relationships with the bankers. Whiskey5
+13 ^ Guy who doesn't understand anything. I am a sell sider and a covering analyst, what my recommendations do for my trading desk has literally never once crossed my mind. It doesn't matter to me. Research Analyst in ER
+13 I actually do not blame the banks... datguy345
+13 One way of living creates persistent economic and societal outperformance over time; ie. a durable competitive advantage. Analyst 3+ in HF - EquityHedge
+13 Just make sure you have an alibi and that people associated with the blemish will back you up. ThatOtherGuy
+13 All BBs hire international students for IBD and S&T roles, with very few exceptions. I was one of them in early 2020s. zz_chicago
+13 I’m going to assume this is satire, but if it isn’t, dude you seriously need to do some internal work on how you view women. Saying women aren’t capable of competing with men in elite finance roles is ridiculous. Associate 1 in PE - Growth
+13 I can tell you why I'm not at a HF, its bc I am dumb as rocks.  Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+13 For the same reasons the above poster didn't like it, is the reason myself and many others do like it. Junior Trader in PropTrad
+13 As a recent (nondiverse) Dartmouth grad, the Dartmouth glaze on this site has gone too far, let me shed some light on the school. 1. Plenty of Dartmouth kids strike out Analyst 1 in IB - Restr
+13 The snuck premise in what you’re saying is that everyone has the capability of learning and developing in an environment like a PE firm. Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+13 Dang bro tell us how you really feel Prospect in IB - Gen
+13 I mean your stories all seem to have an element of right place right time. What's the takeaway from that? Be more lucky? NoEquityResearch
+13 This post is asinine ”would you rather be Jeff bezos or an Amazon warehouse worker?” Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+13 So you want a traditional set up where your wife is all about the kids while you bring home the bacon. Frozenwater
+13 Stern sucks - majority of the NYU kids I’ve met are beyond weird with no hobbies outside of modeling and banking prep while in college high hopes
+13 Prospect in IB - Gen
+13 As a woman, I’ve noticed this too! The guy analysts have been much nicer to me. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+13 I’ll throw my thoughts out as someone who did two years at a MM bank and now in UMM PE: T1a: Jefferies T1b: Houlihan Lokey, William Blair, Harris Williams, Baird Just Your Average Chimp
+13 Pitched some bonds trading at par as a short in a HF interview. Knew the interviewer was a PM on the CLO side of the business, but did not know he was the largest owner of the senior bank debt. Analyst 3+ in HF - RelVal
+13 Started my time at TD Toronto before moving to the buyside. Have worked with the NY TD office on a few deals before so can comment a little bit. Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+13 Take a few minutes to apply to become a mentor for wso... I think with your background 95% chance we at least interview you for a mentor role within wso academy which has steady flow of mentee sessions ... WallStreetOasis.com
+13 I'm calling virgin on OP. No way dude has gotten his piece touched in the last three years.  AussieLad
+13 Shhhh... Vagabond85
+13 Comp and culture aren’t as great as this forum thinks. Comp is fine especially given the hours, but nowhere near top of the market. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+13 I'm undoubtedly biased, but from what I've seen, the most successful MBA associates are the one who thought this out ahead of time. DayMan247
+13 I don't know how to code or actually utilize any of the software or infrastructure hardware (servers, storage, networking) that my tech clients provide.  Mastery 7 IB Shitter
+13 Look at the end of the day Citadel is the best platform (for equities) there’s no doubting that. Doesn’t mean the others aren’t good, just that citadel is the best - that’s pretty well understood by most in this business. Investment Analyst in HF - EquityHedge
+13 If you're Indian don't forget to claim your African heritage and declare yourself as a diversity candidate! Analyst 1 in PE - Other
+13 Get any Alienware. The more LEDs the better. You can thank me later when you’re drowning in bitches Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+13 Feel good 80's movie ahh story The homeless guy on the street is actually Jesus ahh story RestIess
+13 Learning is a lost art. the_failed_doctor
+13 A real person can’t have written this right? the_blueprint
+13 1. I had family in the business, that’s what initially piqued my interest. I read the SIFMA book and found it fascinating. I like the tangible nature of many of the financings e.g. a new school, hospital tower. guyfromct
+13 All important, but number four is probably the most relevant. As much as it may suck, sometimes people just get unlucky. Stonks1990
+13 Why are all firms ranging from BBs to HFs so focused on diversity hiring?  thebrofessor
+13 Current JPM PB analyst here. ISTG this is so underrated. This might be the chillest/least stressful high finance six figure job. Making $100k out of college without yelling VPs. Analyst 1 in AM - Other
+13 Looks like another kid making multiple accounts to cope with their Dyal offer 🤣 Associate 1 in PE - Other
+13 You sound like maybe the last person I'd ever want to be around Intern in PropTrad
+13 Do you know how many shitty companies and managers there are out there? Do you know how many companies, in this economy, are laying people off? Do you only date women who have never had a boyfriend before?  CRE
+13 Moelis L.A. office William Blair Baird Associate 1 in IB - ECM
+13 I’m sure when I get married or have a kid, it will be a very happy day. But when I leave UBS, it will be the best day of my life. 100% serious.  Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+13 If you can't compete intellectually with us, just say that instead of posting conspiracies on a finance forum. And get some bitches, you dork. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+13 That's how I would talk to a 12 year old.  If you want to run a marathon, go train for it and then just do it. Don't seek fake validation from online strangers.  CRE
+13 you are DEI. nothing else. Intern in IB - Cov
+13 Those look disgusting I’d rather straight up wear normal sneakers or dress shoes. RB2000
+13 I hope hope hope she wins 5mn payout for firing someone for not working past midnight.... CEO in PE - LBOs
+13 cause id rather blow my brains out than format another powerpoint logo or talk to a banker Research Analyst in HF - Other
+13 Someone else being the same gender and race as you is not a prerequisite to getting along with them. Especially in a professional setting. DEI initiatives are corrupt and I hope they are made illegal soon. iercurenc
+13 REITS, mining, insurance  Analyst 2 in HF - EquityHedge
+13 giving 1 spot out of 50 to a black kid from the projects Analyst 2 in PE - LBOs
+13 Is marijuana the same as weed? I like weed.  Anonymous Monkey