Highest Ranked Comments

+11 Swing and a miss champ, take a lap Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+11 I’m a VP and was trained in a culture where missing periods and not being consistent with Oxford commas were not ok. Not to sound like a hardo, but Perfection is expected after a couple of years. Associate 3 in IB-M&A
+11 So gun makers, megachurches and drillers Analyst 3+ in IB - Cov
+11 Would you really prefer to play for the Yankees rather than align logos at 3am? Who would've thought? Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+11 When there's an analysis you don't know how to do where someone has to bail you out, redo the analysis from scratch without looking at the answer.  Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+11 Work at one of the aforementioned banks. Following are the banks I've seen focused on renewables - Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+11 I managed to get into one of these funds and will tell you exactly how I did it. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+11 Depends on which type of eating disorder... I'll let you be the judge Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+11 Also known as “better get lateraling” Intern in IB - Gen
+11 I’m well into my career and I can tell you that arrogance can and will kill careers. rf949
+11 god forbid the vp asks about his resume prismatic123
+11 Oh, fuck me, this is rich. jonnr37_1
+11 You'll be asked to walk through a typical M&A process from start to finish and walk through some of the tasks which you performed. Count WACCula
+11 Don't disagree that pod game isn't month to month, but largely platforms/pods run ST in nature. My argument below is more around that good SMs aren't or shouldn't be trying to beat pods at their own game. herzyherzy
+11 OP, I’m a senior banker in the U.S. that came from non-target / low GPA. It is possible but it requires a lot of perseverance, self-confidence, dedication, forbearance and luck. Associate 1 in IB - Gen
+11 No and WF is not a BB. Director in IB - Gen
+11 You realize that many top schools offer full financial aid for students with parents earning below certain thresholds. Investment Manager in HF - Other
+11 Only 110k? The shop I work at; FTP (Financial Technology Partners) pays 140k, which is above street. anglosaxonchad
+11 From Atlanta and knew people that use to work there. Comp below others in Atlanta. As a first year analyst I think it’s something around $125kish (think like $100k base and like $25-50k bonus maybe). Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+11 Are you interested in healthcare IB/PE? Do you have an MD degree? Could probably get into healthcare finance without doing more school. Associate 3 in IB-M&A
+11 Did a hirevue for my current role. Screwed up on a response on my first try, dropped an F bomb and accidently submitted instead of using the second try. WillHunting
+11 Sydney Weinberg is an absolute legend and captain of industry so as good for a ceo as dinon is, this isn't really a comparison.  PEshill
+11 Everyone here is so heartless … if he is really a friend, why not give him a friendly heads up? Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+11 in any trade, you are buying one thing, and selling something else. (if an outright trade, then the other thing is cash). faceslappingcompilation
+11 Well said. There should be a proportional amount of exit opps / compensation to match the amount of assfucking from any firm. 217con
+11 Some transfers were through the company, some on our own merit (googling, research, calling up friends, family, finding the visa, learning the language, getting everything done - it's a LOT of work).   mech60
+11 Why is Luxembourg even in this fucking list?! OP is a retard. Change Switzerland, Luxembourg now. My eyes hurt. Disjoint
+11 Also a former consultant. Based on your questions, you sound a lot like me in terms of what you value. I'm going to give you the advice I wish someone had given me before I left: Don't. Don't come to PE. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+11 NaiveBen The whole thing has been very off-putting and has me questioning whether I made the right decision in making the jump. MultifamilyGuy
+11 Can we please IP ban this troll already? BretJames
+11 Jefferies hiring manager like: dutchduke
+11 Getting this hung up about a snafu probably means you’re caring and doing well. Chin up - upwards and onwards Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+11 No way. If you get carry that they give you as part of your compensation package & that can get bought out at 5 cents on the dollar - fine. They gave that to you. pudding
+11 As many things, there’s “levels to being shit”. Dolla Bill Stern
+11 A leather satchel/messenger bag is probably my choice - not as uptight as a briefcase, as out of place as a backpack, or as silly as a banker bag. Clocks
+11 loser Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+11 Everyone is different, but my bias would be to set up a candid conversation with him and communicate your feelings. I would set it up by discussing: Bullet-Tooth Tony
+11 I'm not in NYC, but I am in a major market similar to NYC and I operate in the same price range that you are targeting and I assume similar unit count (sub-10, maybe even sub-6?). So I'll provide you with my process. Fred Fredburger
+11 Where you start is not indicative of where you finish, and how you’re perceived on paper is miles away from the perception of who you actually and what you’re actually capable of achieving. Prospect in IB-M&A
+11 I had a phone interview with a boutique investment bank that I randomly found and cold emailed. _rainMaker_
+11 No one is asking or wanting a pay raise. I was just noting an industry wide change that occurred due largely from the actions of a few juniors. Analyst 3+ in IB - Cov
+11 +1 SB. I've often wondered if the reality that you describe is the reason the worst people seem to rise to the top. Most normal people get to a point where things feel good and you're enjoying life. NoEquityResearch
+11 we need to make a thread clowning dartmouth and the fckn comms and sociology kids that screen our cvs. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+11 this might actually be Andrew Tate koalas23
+11 Says the LF banker that is still at UBS because no PE firms wanted him. CS always had better placement into the buy side so what does that say about the quality of employees bronzbambaisg@y
+11 I did exactly this a few months ago (now at a U.S. BB, only difference was I was already in London but at a boutique no one had heard of). Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+11 I do wonder how robust the brand thesis in an age where brands can be created/built so rapidly and at lower cost than in the past. Masterz57
+11 So, you have a track record of roughly 4.75 years: 4 years as sub-PM and 0.75 years as PM? And this is the first time you've hit a drawdown and been fired? What's your cumulative life-to-date PnL? Research Analyst in HF - RelVal
+11 emilyflitter Good morning, my name is Emily Flitter and I'm a New York Times reporter writing about this matter. Please get in touch. Dust
+11 Congrats on NYU Stern. Intern in AM - Equities
+11 Londoner here. Most finance (IB/PE) folks live in Central/West London with a few living in South London. Analyst 1 in PE - Other
+11 While I agree with your view on entrepreneurship and ownership. Please do not come onto an investment banking website where people are vying for these roles and accept to find sympathy or common ground. Anonymous Monkey
+11 Because you get pigeonholed, I.e. the topic of this post johndoe89
+11 Do you see other people in your office wearing gold belts? Yes or no. Answer  nutmegger189
+11 I’d actually say it’s as easy as ever for non-targets to break in, but keep making excuses bro. You’re not lying to anyone here but yourself Analyst 3+ in IB-M&A
+11 CRE Kamala wasn’t the “border czar,” but more importantly, congressional Republicans and Democrats agreed on a comprehensive border bill to fix the problem but then Trump t PrivateTechquity 🚀🚀🚀
+11 Don’t mind. Just make sure you have realistic expectations. Look out for the following words when looking at places. Anonymous Monkey
+11 Goated response right here, gotta be in the top 10 all time most informative WSO comments IBhardo23
+11 Bro eb like pjt evercore or centerview over gs any day BlackMonster61
+11 The most common mistake that people make when discussing deals is they jump right into the details without setting the stage. CompBanker
+11 My man, I didn't decide on going in to IB until the summer of my penultimate year (studying engineering at an at best semi-target) and managed to get a FO summer post-graduation purely by grinding out, trying to network as Associate 2 in IB - Cov
+11 They should sue CoStar next.    Don’t even need a reason. Fuck em.  IsItREPE
+11 Well she's a girl. Banks will tailor to a girl's needs no matter what and not lay her off. Intern in IB-M&A
+11 Girl, Hispanic, Black is a bigger help than any school. Congrats on your BB of choice! ChimpMonkeyguy
+11 I started out in ER and switched to banking and definitely agree with this post. I moved to banking for the exit opps, and admittedly, they are better, but they come at a significant cost. IntlBaller
+11 Because Mizuho acquired an EB, Mizuho is now at least an EB Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+11 As a disclaimer, I've never worked at what I would define as a LMM bank (though as a European I'm always shocked by what my American colleagues consider a "small company", showing up with "small" Mom and Pop widget manufac Count WACCula
+11 relevant cause she only dates Chad from Apple Kappa Pie. not REIkachu from WSO moneycre
+11 I had a genius analyst at one point when I was an associate. He studied astrophysics in college and loved programming. He loved incorporating VBA or python into what he was doing where possible. VP in PE - Other
+11 This thread is reflective of the pussification of America Managing Director in IB-M&A
+11 Your parents and chicks will think you’re a bank teller. Associate 2 in IB-M&A
+11 I mean you've kinda hit the nail on the head on how technical DD doesn't really drive alpha but I feel like that's always been obvious. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+11 Most people have already highlighted this but think the best career advice is to avoid optimizing for "pay" and just figure out what you're good at x what you like doing. herzyherzy
+11 I always wear my work clothes on a night out. This sends out a signal that I am a real baller with a seven-figure bank account, which is exactly what 2017-girls are looking for. QuiltEmerson
+11 I just got an email from Fandango about that movie Intern in IB - Cov
+11 I know Oppenheimer very well. Platform as a whole can be characterized as sort of dysfunctional. Understaffed across the board, pretty top heavy in some groups, and not a lot of support from senior management. Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+11 damn. can’t believe goldman forgot about this program.  Prospect in IB-M&A
+11 The BlackArch of colleges  Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+11 1. Cornell, Northwestern 1.5. Notre Dame, Vanderbilt 2. UMich, UVA, UCLA, USC, UT 3. WF, UNC, GT (good for STEM)  4. UF, Northeastern Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+11 Can't tell if this is a troll post or not. Real talk, buy side has always been venerated on this forum but as I have moved up in my career it has been illuminating to see the difference between how the kids on WSO thi Fugue
+11 I took my first trip to New York in 2008 when I was in 8th grade. This was October 2008, right when all the shit hit the fan, but as a 13 year old I didn't notice, realize, or care. Analyst 2 in RE - Comm
+11 They test you for the big boy drugs. If your test comes back clean then you're dinged. No one wants to work with fucking nerds nyc-cre
+11 Population growth, economic growth, technological change and shifts in tastes and trends are all disruptive (mostly related) forces that drive ongoing need for further M&A. Associate 3 in IB - Gen
+11 Of course. And I'd add that everyone really should be "working hard" - any Oxbridge or LSE students shouldn't assume it'll be easy. Count WACCula
+11 A STEM major is a far better option than finance. Every quantitative firm I know expects new hires to come in with zero finance background, and some even prefer that so they can teach you from the ground up. lebron
+11 Less related to your job opportunities at hand, but more on the emotional side of things thought I would add here. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+11 I wrote recently on another thread that it’s your second start up that could become your payoff venture (or third, etc).   odog @digitalimmortality.com
+11 A final round rarely includes a modeling test, but each firm is different so I suppose it could.    CRE
+11 Piggybacking off the above, I would also add: DanielHardman
+11 I do think business services is a great sector for PE investment. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+11 I have a basketball analogy: If you’re a pro basketball player, there are a ton of great leagues to play in. The Euroleague is great, Chinese pro ball is prosperous, and countless other leagues exist. Intern in IB - Gen
+11 Sorry to hear. Not very uncommon I think however. PE and banking have very little to do with each other in terms of day-to-day activity and knowledge. They’re quite different jobs. VP in PE - LBOs
+11 I heard for the superday they test your ability to get called homophobic slurs Intern in IB - Cov
+11 I think the general consensus is that if you're at any established fund (~$1B+ AUM) you're probably not getting much. mrharveyspecter
+11 TA must be a joke. All people I know there think they invented hot water Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+11 It would be nice if self defense wasn't a political left vs right issue, and just a common sense issue on a case by case basis. But I guess that's what a decade of social media rotting people's brains ends up doing. JulianRobertson
+11 The Dartmouth Partners PWP team once interviewed me on the train. I tried to reschedule, but the interviewer told me that my chance to interview was "now or never". EBCompMaxer
+11 I've been in the industry for about 6 years. Keyser Söze 123
+11 I read the post and thought “Wtf”. Then I saw the title, and makes sense for an MBA associate. Worry about everything else other than how to do the damn job right. Intern in AM - Equities
+11 I think my position might be useful to hear as it shows a different path completely, but I am from the UK. Pidst