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+12 Sound psychopathic but people tended to be more willing to follow up / go through with my ask if i mirrored them in conversation, maybe because I seemed easier to relate to. You’re upbeat and talking a mile a minute? Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+12 If I knew the answer to that question, I wouldn't be here. Intern in IB - Gen
+12 Couple pretty technical rounds (paper LBO, LBO questions, vertical specific questions, accounting etc) and a behavioral round (why this firm, why this strategy, what makes a good investment, what portco do you like, pitch Prospect in IB-M&A
+12 In my opinion, the real problem is that students who are unsure of what they want their career to be post-graduation are harmed the most. IBguy2020
+12 OP tried to warn yall and yall just ignored everything 😭 Intern in IB-M&A
+12 I work in NatRes so I drink out of those plastic cups in the office. Doing my part to marginally increase oil demand by using one plastic cup a day. Lol Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+12 drop some acid and go on a hike jesus fucking christ thebrofessor
+12 pls fix baboonloori
+12 Getting into IB from a target school is like getting Big 4 from a non-target. You aren’t seeing the top minds of Harvard working at Barclays or UBS. They’re going straight into PE or tech roles. Analyst 1 in PE - Other
+12 MD: Thx Translation: Jackass My Name is Jeff
+12 so we can watch loser kids like you whine on the internet about it. there’s nothing more to it. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+12 Damn the comments from US bankers are depressing. It's two weeks go live your life. MA95
+12 Yes, it's a very important holiday that we must observe. I, personally, will be observing this holiday from the golf course.  Bank Slut
+12 F**** Kirkland and Ellis.    Research Analyst in HF - Event
+12 You should bring food and coffee to coworkers in general. No one hates the guy who brings in cookies, coffee and sandwiches. Not joking. earthwalker7
+12 First of all, prayers for this man and his family and loved ones. This situation is absolutely sickening. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+12 You literally read all his blogs and talk shit on him and say he didn’t grind his ass off. You’re the fucking loser man. Kid got CVP and turned it down to go take a risk which is something you will never do.  Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+12 I cant access the posts what the fuck. Can someone leak it? I have to pay to see it? Analyst 1 in Consulting
+12 RE pays sh*t and has always paid sh*t. Its the potential for future upside why youre in it. The problem is lately...getting that upside and the chance of achieving it. VP in RE - Comm
+12 I'm a non-target and I have a ton of respect for people who attended target schools. Flake
+12 Amen. m_1
+12 Thank you for your kind words, I've not always been like this and I'm certain there's some dirt on me from years ago thebrofessor
+12 because most people judge the bank on results rather than the inputs. They are virtually identical models of each other. Private. Strong sellside in the UMM with strengths in certain sectors Associate 2 in IB-M&A
+12 Fellow Korean here. I went to an Ivy, and currently working at a hedge fund in New York. It’s going to be an absolute nightmare uphill battle.  ntmusp
+12 Cringe, but this is bullying. I wouldn't post about it on a forum to ridicule this person. Clearly he's got problems and this isn't productive or nice.  Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+12 Average GIP Associate: Works at Other
+12 I would advise against trying to leverage an offer into getting a raise- it sends the wrong signal to your current company (that you're looking outside, don't have a long term view of the company, will get pulled away for Corp_titan
+12 HK will always be around because it's a place for corrupt and wealthy chinese to park their offshore cash and for outbound investment. highhater
+12 Banks want equality..well this is it.  Black woman are now fair game to get clocked.  Just wait until a Higgins boat full of strong black women get to charge Omaha Beach first wave Associate 3 in IB - Gen
+12 Removed for anonymity. Removed for anonymity. Research Analyst in HF - RelVal
+12 Disclosure - I wasn't in finance in 2008 yet so this is what I was able to gather based on what's publicly available. Keep in mind this was 16 years ago so their strategy has evolved considerably vs. back then. Determined
+12 you know what, hope your entire team gets laid off and you don't get a return offer and you get blacklisted forever. Teller in IB - Cov
+12 Therein lies the real problem. OP wants a 10/10 highly intelligent/driven woman but doesn’t realize that type of girl is aiming for c-suite/founder/PM/etc. BBK1234
+12 My point is that it actually does vary a lot… yes deal sprints are brutal no matter where you work but they’re exactly that — sprints. You might sprint for 2-4 weeks per deal maybe 3-4 times a year?   Principal in PE - LBOs
+12 There isn't a need unless it's based off socioeconomic status and not race.  NewIndustryHorizon
+12 I graduated in 09. Spent 8 years in military then got my MBA for free. Joined banking in a boom market. baddealflow12
+12 Highest paid "key" tracks on average are Engineering, Applied AI / ML Research and Product Management. princepieman
+12 Initial Approach: Hedge funds either explicitly reached out to my school, or had publicized openings on LinkedIn etc. that were open for undergrads. I simply applied online - networking isn't really needed. hfboy
+12 No, it's me, Patrick, the CEO and founder of WSO typing on my phone at 10pm pst  WallStreetOasis.com
+12 Why is this thread full of racist shit. Wtf. Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+12 As a brown graduate, this is an awful take.  Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+12 Not in banking anymore but used to be. These were some tips I used and still use in different roles.Check your file with the lens of it being something someone else handed you. 7ennyTree
+12 I can offer a small sample size, but I went to a target. All of my friends who entered the industry had parents/family who worked in the industry and had school paid off. Investment Analyst in HF - Event
+12 Facts I can't control being born brown instead of black or Hispanic. I can't control having a penis instead of a vagina. It's not my fault I like girls and don't enjoy getting pounded in the ass by other dudes. Prospect in IB - Gen
+12 This all screams JPM to me Associate 2 in IB-M&A
+12 No matter how serious / important something seems at the time, within a week it won't look that way You're going to work with dickheads at some point, figure out how to deal with it Build a good rel Asatar
+12 Why do you assume that performance is primarily a function of effort and hours? Some of the worst bankers I’ve ever seen also try the hardest and work the longest hours. VP in IB-M&A
+12 I understand the importante of networking, but how do you actually do it? I mean, how should I approach people? Any direct suggestions?  CRE
+12 Not in RE, but I've taken the approach of "up or out"- My goal has been to follow the schedule of 2-3yrs as an analyst, 2-3 yrs as a SFA, 5-7 years as a manager. Corp_titan
+12 Alcohol, caffeine addiction, hair loss, skin damage (hello wrinkles at 25), not having a peaceful sleep, irritation, heart palpitations. Still, I love my job and waking up everyday to come to the office. stth_167
+12 Great write up and story. MD sounds like a baller - I'd definitely club with him. TheFlyingKiwi
+12 I am a mentor and a VP on the buyside, I have a large number of investment bankers in my network, some of them my mentees.  The harsh truth is that you are asking the wrong question. kuroganekuro
+12 Ozymandia = a grown ass man that deserves a swirlie  Investment Analyst in RE - Comm
+12 You have proven my point with the following statement: “because women are championed/prioritized in recruiting.” Men are not championed and prioritized, and thus, a lower bar exists for women and a higher bar exists for me Summer Associate in IB - Cov
+12 Employee at PWP, so I can provide some insight. PWP is not necessarily stagnant (the firm is in growth mode), but the firm in many ways hasn't been able to capitalize on certain market tailwinds or was late on certain Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+12 It was mentioned above, but I really think junior morale and culture would improve if there was some sort of mandatory PTO block that you HAVE to use every year. Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+12 Great questions - thanks! Hope I can help: Stonks1990
+12 I like this idea, I'll chime in: 1. Most importantly, stay uncomfortable. Nothing hinders personal development like complacency. Challenge yourself to develop new skills and take risks when others aren't. Ricky Rosay
+12 Bro posted this just to flex Intern in IB-M&A
+12 Yeah that would be enough to retain me Nightman Cometh
+12 I am a firm believer that your three most important choices in life are as follows: the person you marry, the profession you choose, and how you invest/spend your money. Bill Snackman
+12 Bain/TPG above H&F/Apax/CD&R is frankly delusional Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+12 Most people on this forum are insecure, narrow minded and narcissistic so any non prestigious role is going to make it seem worthless. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+12 Bruh what is up with people going anonymous and still not saying bank name? Like you’re anonymous, don’t need to say “top MM”. There’s 50+ kids in your SA class so just name the damn bank Intern in IB-M&A
+12 Don’t listen to the haters. Got into a top group (PJT/HL/EVR) out of a non-target (STEM background) Intern in IB - Restr
+12 Crabs. Crabs are recession proof - people gotta eat. Live and die by the crab. VP in PE - LBOs
+12 Who’s gonna start the change.org petition for Gary to be fired? People like that do not deserve to be employed, much less responsible for other people. Analyst 1 in IB - Restr
+12 Went ahead and rejected your OA. Better luck next time, sales jock! Works at Akuna Capital LLC
+12 The Sales-side differs significantly from the Buy-side, and penetrating this domain is notably more accessible, even for individuals originating from the back office. DCM VP
+12 It's abundantly clear that she wouldn't meet the standard and traditional onboarding requirements or assessments even for associates. BillCash77
+12 My firm does a lot with this so there are a few ways of looking at this. Christophiish
+12 A bunch of us are at the elevator gates and our key cards no longer work.  Security is confused and no one knows what going on (including a staffer that we talked to) Analyst 3+ in IB - Gen
+12 Just my own thoughts - Worked across America and Europe extensively and continue to do. Assistant PM in HF - EquityHedge
+12 Other analysts at other banks should join on this. Street wide strike Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+12 I think about it like college football to the pros. Going to Bama/Ohio State/LSU/Clemson is better than going to some no named D1/D3 program, but there's always a Danny Woodhead at a DII. ironman32
+12 In my (biased) opinion, yes. What I enjoy about my job in general is constantly looking at new businesses, business models, markets etc. You get this in both PC and PE. Analyst 1 in Private Credit
+12 So your AMs suck? How's that conversation going to go with the Lender. "Hey mister Lender sir, yes sorry we overspent all the capex dollars because you know our AM team sucks. Charybdis Alignak
+12 I've only done public markets but my 2c: dazedmonk
+12 Saw a girl put "Incoming 2020 Summer Analyst at William Blair" in her profile. Guess the title will be there for a year. McChicken
+12 Current GS student here. Columbia GS is nothing like Harvard Extension or NYU SPS. We are in the same classes alongside Columbia College, SEAS, and Barnard students. Intern in IB - Cov
+12 Anyone who has even interned at a serious quant firm knows this guy is bullshit. Seriously sentiment analysis with LLM? ChatGPT can spin up a better lie than that.    Analyst 1 in HF - EquityHedge
+12 MF MBA placement this year was pretty tough (I am at a MF and I applied to H/S this year). Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+12 Hey IBDnoMad, I was actually in the exact same boat as you a few years ago - tried out everywhere for IBD internships and ended up with a Global Transaction Banking internship at a BBIB. olaamigo
+12 Congrats on MS! Intern in IB - Gen
+12 As you grow up you'll realize almost everything is fake. The economy being strong. The government being competent. The generally agreed upon science of healthcare. How much people seem to have things together. PrivateTechquity 🚀🚀🚀
+12 Oh ya? Has anyone ever told you they like to drink 10-15 beers and scare women? willingtolitigate
+12 Investment Manager in HF - EquityHedge the cumcoin chatgpt plugin for onlyfan stars ("decentralized web3 AI sex positive PrivateTechquity 🚀🚀🚀
+12 Challenge him to a fight, and whoever loses has to leave the firm Engineer Monke
+12 Some brilliant lines here. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+12 Just remember that it’s gonna look worse to you than it does to other people. Toshiama
+12 well they took away all the fun words, so we don't have many options anymore.  randomguy97
+12 Based on the strength of your logic, I wholeheartedly endorse you applying to Scotia.  Best of luck! Works at RBC Capital Markets
+12 My 2 cents regarding American desks, I haven't worked in all these areas so caveat emptor (although I have worked in a couple): NamelessOne
+12 Bro you're literally replying to a robot Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+12 Agree with all other big points mentioned but a smaller point I have seen from the social side is interns getting to comfortable. Associate 2 in S&T - FI
+12 Looking to understand what makes a good deal jarstar1
+12 We hired a new analyst last week who turns out is the son of one of the MDs best friends. notmy.realname
+12 You should be fine. Your school should not hold you back. You're at a BB doing banking so have proven yourself. wsomembersince09
+12 For everyone saying USC is not a target school: (2025) bankingtothemoon1234
+12 Long-run I’d say Dartmouth will give you better opportunities, recalling a per capita buyside placement ranking I saw earlier. Since you liked the campus and community, I’d branch out a bit. Research Analyst in PE - Growth