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+11 And congratulations on florida state, arguably the most prestigious university in the country VP in IB-M&A
+11 Taking this guy’s wife on a 2 week European vacation  Thebuck
+11 No troll- my MD and I literally had a wrestling match last year after the majority of people left and we both got completely hammered...would not advise unless your culture is superb and you have a "fratty" type of relatio Pepperoni Toni
+11 This seems like a ChatGPT response lmao Incoming Analyst in IB - CB
+11 Completely agree - it’s blind leading the blind on this site sometimes. Often emboldened by securing entry level IB/PE positions. VP in PE - LBOs
+11 My first job out of school was in agency lending in 2017. Base salary of $45k, total comp of $55k. I left after a year for a job that paid $130k and I make $300k today and am on the edge of another promotion. Associate 1 in RE - Comm
+11 Nailed 1st three interviews we worked closely with FP&A team, R&D team, and Accounting. capexprss
+11 Good advice. There is a gap to bridge between the investment side and the data science side. Anchor
+11 Analyst: $80-95k + 10-45% bonus Associate: $100-150k + 25-75% bonus Sr. Associate/AVP: $150-200k + 50-100% bonus VP: $175-235k + 80-130% bonus Principal/SVP: $225-275k +100-150% bonus PFSynergies
+11 I'm sorry to hear about your father. I hope you're doing well. My advice has two legs: 'don't be in a rush' and 'do the job of a VC'. ---- APAE
+11 Same. I'm grateful to have my weekends back, but I realised that Mon-Thu I don't have shit to do after work. Geralt of Rivia
+11 LinkedIn Pre-Algebra Certification... seriously  ExcelMonkey238
+11 Hey bud, hang in there. Director in HF - RelVal
+11 So, if anyone wanted to know; you can actually google and find the actual case number. In that, you can read the complaint and what it specifically says. Analyst 3+ in IB - Cov
+11 A studio art major who attended a fancy boarding school in Connecticut and was a member of the sailing team. Sounds like a lot of nepo diversity hires across the street Intern in IB - Gen
+11 Coming out of the woodwork, can't resist contributing my 2 cents... EURCHF parity
+11 First... don't go back and do another UG degree.... waste of time/money IMHO. As to MBA vs. MSRE..... really all depends on where you get admitted. Thus I'd maybe consider some form of ranking like this... redever
+11 Charities are a personal decision so won’t really go there other than say you should make sure to research them well and make sure the funds are being used well.  Investment Manager in HF - Other
+11 All of the below is for RX in NY, don't know enough to speak to other groups. Worked at one of these so only speaking 3rd person to keep anonymous. monkey_in_distress
+11 This is an unanswerable question. Groups are kingdoms unto themselves. There is no "bank culture". gufmo
+11 I think that's where most people go wrong - I look at those funds as a place to build a career, not to learn how to go out on your own. Do some people from those shops go out and do their own thing? Yes. CREnadian
+11 One of my first interviews ever and the interviewer asked "what are your weaknesses?" Completely normal question but I didn't know I had to prepare this so I laughed and said "I honestly can't think of any but I'm sure my Intern in IB - Gen
+11 This is exactly the kind of dumb shit I don't want to read on LinkedIn. Director in RE - Comm
+11 I hear you. One thing that’s important to note about Development in general is pay at the junior ranks is lower than traditional finance, real estate finance, brokerage, etc. CRE_Guy
+11 Naming the two IR personnel interviewing elsewhere was way out of line though Edit: Especially as a quick LinkedIn check shows that both are still at Tiger... Associate 1 in PE - Other
+11 That's a normal thing to consider. Mr. C
+11 Agree and echo this 100%.  The other advice is good and you should parallel track (e.g. CharlesCheese
+11 You're tweaking bro this fat bonus in January is about to slapppp. I love money and doing cool shit with said money, you're a pussy for quitting.   Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+11 StryfeDSP Can you walk us through your typical day? mfassociate2
+11 I think spelling the firm name correctly and being capable of forming a grammatically coherent sentence are probably pre-reqs, so I’d say your chances are zero.  Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+11 “Gen Alpha will kill regular sports and gamers will rule the world! No I’ve never felt the touch of a woman, why is that relevant?” 🤓🤓🤓 BigTastyFish
+11 WSO has the among the worst user interface platforms on the internet. Nothing fucking works (why do I have click on banana / MS 10 times). Get it together. Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+11 Are you categorizing a fairness opinion as a closed deal? Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+11 My (critical) take having been involved with various Thoma companies (as a potential buyer and a seller on the banking side), they just underinvest in everything, fire people, and optimize their P&L for an exit in 3-4 Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+11 Taking hormone-disrupting substances linked to anxiety and depression while working a high stress, low sleep job - what could go wrong lol Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+11 I interviewed with BX for a PE AN1 role and for some reason thought it would be chill to pullup no suit and no tie. Had just done 10 weeks in a super casual attire BB group.  Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+11 the Most sane WSO users Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+11 Entry point + 1st year experience I came in as a first-year AC, Works at Bain & Company
+11 Forget to take your meds today? masagomerville
+11 Once upon a time, in a quirky and whimsical world, there was a peculiar phenomenon where all recruiters were of Latvian origin. It all began with a magical event that transpired centuries ago. Isaiah_53_5 💎🙌💎🙌💎
+11 Phil Leotardo We need to repeal the Bush and Trump tax cuts and go back to a stable tax regime.  Almost all the deficit comes from the fact that the government keeps c throwingawaytime
+11 Jeremy deserves at least head for sure Assistant in Non-profit
+11 Recommend you peruse this thread (https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forums/overview-of-infrastructure-priva…). losing interest
+11 I get you could theoretically start your own firm at some point but 95% of people won’t do that and building buildings is cool…but when down to brass tax you aren’t making the REPE money and overall your comp CRE
+11 MM fast food chain 😂 joejoejoerogan
+11 You just have to identify as black. There is no objective truth. Anonymous Monkey
+11 What bot / service is OP using to get so many upvotes? Prospect in IB-M&A
+11 LogoIntern or bust Rhinoman007
+11 I've made the similar move a couple years back. Here's my 2 cents: VP in IB - Gen
+11 Does anyone use LogoIntern? Prospect in IB-M&A
+11 There is a lot of sentiment on here that you can get roles that are EXTREMELY important to running a physical business very early on in your career. Trader in S&T - Comm
+11 I do not, however, my opinion of Linneman has gone quite downhill since COVID. Was saying that the primary markets would outpace the Sun Belt in 2021. larry david
+11 This happened to me when I was at Moelis for my SA stint, 2 weeks in I broke my hand & wrist. My MD came up to me at the end of the day and broke the other one and said not to come back. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+11 It’s smart of them and will pay off in long run assuming market comes back. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+11 A 6/10 blonde is better than a 6/10 brunette, but a 10/10 brunette is better than a 10/10 blonde Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+11 OP you are over thinking it Ash Ketchum
+11 It happens, but it's very rare as they are different animals. I find that once you land in one camp, either HF or AM, ppl tend to stay there. Lifestyles are fairly different and they attract a different type of person. Telemachus
+11 Bro you sound like a robot, I’m not surprised you didn’t get in. You are overindexing on your 740 GMAT which is average for the schools you applied to. Associate 2 in PE - Growth
+11 This is such a reductive answer. Yes RE is easier to start anywhere and still make it, but there is absolutely a benefit to starting at certain shops. Associate 1 in RE - Other
+11 Dealing with the hardest break up I've ever had, been broken up for months (have not seen her in 8 months) but still am not nearly over her (blocked on everything, haven't spoken in several months, etc). bbwunhkixpcluzmnap
+11 This is going to sound corny but discovering WSO and being able to learn without being judged is very rewarding. LEVERAGEDUPHARDO
+11 "Divorce is a dilutive transaction." - My MD, shortly after getting divorced. abc 123 burner
+11 To be honest my shop never looks at proforma / CF projections sent by brokers - we take their in-place numbers and make our own assumptions regarding tenants, future roll etc. Analyst 1 in RE - Comm
+11 Some thoughts (seriously recruited for both and struck out, ended up at another UMM/MF analyst role) Vista: Analyst 2 in PE - LBOs
+11 Playing a sport helps you learn how to be a good team player, develop a driven work ethic, and discipline your body and mind - all of which are ideal qualities in employees. Not that deep monkey_nuts
+11 Investment Analyst in PE - Other
+11 Have a good knowledge of this group, which is called Koch Equity Development, KED (don't work there). I believe all positions are based in Wichita. Is this for SA or FT? broadstbully
+11 Absolutely not... this type of thing is terrible on your body, mental health, sleep etc do not do it any longer than you need to. Right now you should be enjoying yourself while still in college. Associate 3 in IB-M&A
+11 CS analyst in NYC. Not sure where the LFOR hype comes from (and isn't really thought about from my perspective), but internally the hierarchy generally goes (in terms of deal flow, exits ops): Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+11 @Isaiah_53_5"'s passed our desk a few weeks ago but he was fully nude on a 10 speed. LeveredBetaBoy
+11 They are legitimately guardian angels. I talk to them twice a week at minimum and even though I'm in IB now and they do realize the money that comes with it, there is always the conversation of "Are your finances okay? justphresh
+11 My brother in christ if your cover letter starts with "I found myself talking to a guy" please don't include a cover letter. The entire letter's phrasing is shaky and doesn't sound professional, the English is awkward. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+11 My nickname is the machine at school wasabiiitre
+11 From a healthcare services PE guy 1. Modern Healthcare is a good read 2. Valuations are typically pretty high given the organic growth in the space. Very sector specific however. 5000 Meters
+11 M&A advisors are market makers, just like equity traders, FI traders, etc. trader_timmy
+11 If your managers are putting out fires or dealing with bigger issues - juniors can be distracting at best and annoying at worst. rf949
+11 Yes - black dress shoes are the most versatile you will have. I recommend quality oxfords, loafers, and then a boot (say - chelsea dress boot or similar). Addinator
+11 I tithe 10% to my church (taxed) and around an extra 5-10% to things like gofundme / charities. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+11 That people who ask these types of interview questions are fucktards. Dingdong08
+11 Everyone bought into Securities at inflated valuations over the past few years. Public equities at high multiples, private equities at high multiples, real estate at unsustainable cap rates, bonds at absurdly low rates. acardboardmonkey
+11 Many Asian kids at non-Ivies would have probably been Ivy students if they were anything else Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+11 tell us your total comp or stfu SadToBeHere
+11 At one of the big UMMs and think a lot of people on here are wrong - a reputable MM analyst program (and pretty much any UMM/MF) positions you well vs IB. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+11 Yoda is wise - listen to Yoda: "All his life has he looked away... to the future, to the horizon. Never his mind on where he was. What he was doing." MidasMulligan
+11 Gonna take the opposite stance here and side with the kids on this one. I’ve been out of school for 5-6 years now and man corporate America really does blow, man. I can’t really blame them. Works at Citic Securities International （中信证卷）
+11 Habitually being the only one on a Zoom call who can't figure out how to get their audio or video working and assuming it's either because your computer is broken or because your punk ass millennial analyst must have screw Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+11 halfste  My goal is to become a PM within 3 to 5 years.   HFPM
+11 This is a seriously high-quality post written by someone who has more than a few years under his/her belt. Younger monkeys would do well to listen. Research Analyst in HF - RelVal
+11 patrick_bateman_
+11 You are over thinking exit cap rates. Remember, folks buy for different reasons so this can be subjective. yoruba123
+11 Point Seventy Two, the prestigious hedge fund founded by Ken Ackman anapplaaday
+11 Legit don’t know why people are shittingg on him. I am a at a BB top group and layoffs are veryyyyyyy subjective. FYI: I am a diversity hire. wallstreetlayoffs
+11 What do you plan to do at night after work? Where will you go to the bathroom? Are you ok eating out for every meal vs. cooking?  Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+11 Would believe this if OP was a female analyst. Post sounds like it’s written by one tbh Analyst 1 in RE - Res
+11 But that’s the highlight of the contemporary society right? Girls in general have a very hard time loving themselves and accepting love to the point where they live off of disapproval and approval from men IMPORIUMXIV
+11 >Forums >Investment Banking am_5
+11 The jet probably burns IQ instead of fuel Ilikethegym
+11 Someone please tell this guy about the law of diminishing marginal returns. You sound like the classical "the harder I work, the more money and success I will attain" finance bozo. iggs99988
+11 Don't glorify the old country. Joey Gabagool
+11 I mean, I wouldn't do it but I also have little desire to live the homestead/ranching life. poppycock