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+11 "want2trade" the guys who are MD now were once low level analysts...and they worked till 2am almost every night (i should know...one of them BBDreamin
+11 MPBYO Associate 1 in RE - Comm
+11 It is a tough spot to be in- reminds me of when I started, granted it wasn't a HF, but I was doing LO public equity investing. mtnmaster1
+11 Blackstone Thoma Bravo Vista Apollo CD&R KKR EQT TPG H&F Warburg Pincus (though they ar Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+11 Hamburger University ranks better than Deloitte University last I heard youlikehueylewisandthenews
+11 The moment the last stroke of my signature hit the offer letter, the heavens burst open and angels began to sing. My collars popped by themselves and my glasses turned into shades. Associate 2 in CorpDev
+11 I’m not so if you’d like to provide an actual helpful comment that’d be nice. However, you’re a prospect too so my guess is you haven’t interviewed yet which is why you’re pressed lmao Prospect in IB-M&A
+11 Greek life is shrinking imo. Cost conscious millennials that grew up during the crisis coupled with all kinds of social media leaving kids these days busier with other things is decreasing the amount of kids that go rush. Alt+A+W+T
+11 getting paid on performance sounds like a con? that might be the most entitled thing I've ever read...ever. you don't perform, you don't deserve shit. stay woke. thebrofessor
+11 It's almost entirely driven by COVID and WFH imo. The other factors mentioned here might play some role but it's like 90% COVID driven. VP in IB - Gen
+11 Steps to answering this question for any BB or EB: Works at Citigroup
+11 It is crazy to think that the world economy is literally running on Microsoft Excel 2016 excellente
+11 proof that it's simply money that can get you out of jail. Pan European Monkey
+11 Met this beautiful Tennessee belle while in Mexico City some years back, and we immediately hit it off. lumber_cruncher
+11 put him in his place and call them Maxithousand Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+11 Ah yes, the classic “I only set dopamine from the 3 fundamental aspects of human life” problem Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+11 Dude, just ask. Literally the only sure-fire way to know.  Stonks1990
+11 - Go to a barber at least once a month Incoming cfa level 1 charterholder
+11 We take it much easier on summer analysts than analysts actually on the desk. We don't want to burn you out before you accept an offer. VP in IB - Cov
+11 have you tried drugs...because I think now's the time. C.R.E. Shervin
+11 Holy necro thread! Interesting seeing how much time has passed (wrote it six years ago) and whether anything needs updating or clarifying. MBAApply
+11 Agree. Many factors. We could argue the ordering of the below but in my mind the hierarchy of issues is as follows: craigmcdermott
+11 I’m questioning why the first few comments suggest Raine is the clear choice here. Like the guy above, I’d take LionTree too. Intern in IB - Cov
+11 If I had one: 1. Very nice dinner - flower handout 2. Bubble bath - feed each other chocolates  3. Movie - she gets massaged (hopefully I do too) 4. Bedtime - S*x? (I'd hope maybe) Anonymous Monkey
+11 Your second bullet point hits the nail on the head. High starting salaries creates a wave of new grads who evangelize their jobs to assuage old insecurities and boost their egos. elonterrace
+11 One of the most amusing things I find is that when MFs complain that the candidates from the traditional recruiting pipeline are underperforming, they never even once consider going non-traditional. kppw1517
+11 This is the way. PrivateTechquity 🚀🚀🚀
+11 No you were perfectly clear. You wanted to know if going to Wharton was somehow much superior than going to Stanford for a finance/PE career. Which is an insane question. Smoke Frog
+11 A few interractions I had with Office Hours to add onto OP: Closer_52
+11 In light of the poem, the lyrical ego denotes an aspiration to be part of a reality greater than itself. Milken's pinned contact
+11 Can confirm exec assistants pull in 200k regularly.  Associate 2 in IB - Gen
+11 "Pan European Monkey"that the take home money made by these individuals is also trickles down to the wider economy as well. Developer in RE - Comm
+11 It is absolutely possible.  I assume you mean for people who don't own a significant piece of equity, as in a founder or principal?  It should be said right off the bat that the reason real estate "pays well" is Ozymandia
+11 Be more specific. What sort of "power" and rankings are you looking for? PE exits, Dealflow, WSO street cred? Copy/pasted from another thread: BB Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+11 Listen to the comment above. Avoid avoid avoid Barclays technology. Analyst 3+ in IB - Cov
+11 Here's a tool you could use, but first want to ask yourself would you take this offer if you got it? It has to be your top choice / last shot. prothena
+11 Hiring a ton of laterals in 2021 and 2022, and paying outsized bonuses in 2022 only to lay a ton of people off in 2022 and early 2023 is the exact opposite of efficient.  reformed
+11 lmao I check this thread every day in panic and yea nothing yet thewmt
+11 Why does it matter if banks are downsizing or not? BuysideHustle
+11 If your friendships have been severed because of your career choices those people aren’t your real friends bluecollarfinanceguy
+11 I grew up in a power couple household where both parents are doctors. My mother was a doctor and I grew up during her residency. My dad is slightly older and finished his when I was a baby. It was brutal I never saw her. Analyst 1 in 
+11 As someone who sent a ridiculous number of networking e-mails in order to get that first interview 14+ years ago and as someone who now receives a ridiculous number of messages (LinkedIn, e-mail, etc.) from people looking SportsVC
+11 Tech PE guy in the Bay here. My perspective is based on who we see and like to see when our associate hiring cycle comes around, which I am guessing is what you guys care about. Not necessarily talking about deal flow. Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+11 I do not know you, but I just want to say congrats. There is a lot of speculation on this thread as to whether or not you did the right thing. Deal Team Six
+11 Lmao what’s wrong with Star Wars and/or cats? Stop being so judgmental; you’re going to have a very short career if you don’t fix your attitude asap Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+11 Every time I go to SB a post and realize I now have -400 WSO Credits post the Great Restructuring it feels bad Synergy_or_Syzygy
+11 Buy more watches so that you can talk about them to girls. yourWACCisWhack
+11 Its funny because I work insane hours relative to the average 9-5er, but I work part-time relative to the very sweaty IB / PE guys (my hours are typically 50-70). Deal Team Six
+11 A lot of the times, IB can create an existential crisis for some folk who are looking for greater meaning to their lives. Associate 1 in IB - CB
+11 Oh I have some equity in her privates alright Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+11 There are a lot of questions I try to answer when interviewing people for banking positions, but I tend to put my main focus on two questions: Keyser Söze 123
+11 From your post alone, here is your description of yourself: Synergy_or_Syzygy
+11 Dealing with the exact same situation and not sure how to handle without coming across as ungrateful / defensive etc. Associate 2 in IB-M&A
+11 Since this seems helpful for some people—one other point I wanted to address was advice I was given prior to my stint that I think is excellent professional advice not given enough: “define your professional brand”  Associate 2 in PE - Growth
+11 I found 8 minutes to be ideal. 7 minutes felt like I practically lived there but 9 was a hike. Anonymous Monkey
+11 I had to reread what I wrote in the 'Made it' thread because I honestly didn't think it would take off like it did.  We're saying the same thing, money, prestige, job, and promotion are secondary to the real values of Anonymous Monkey
+11 Yes, a credit forum (public, private, specialty lending, high yield, munis, etc) would be great for a lot of folks zeroebitda
+11 Hey, it is not a big deal, really. Focus on the positive fact that someone is telling you, early in your career, what you need to get better at, this is priceless. LongTermWarrior
+11 Works at Truist Securities
+11 Lots of good comments here, and agree with many of the posters. Deal Team Six
+11 There is not necessarily a correct or incorrect framework to address this topic, as the value of an MBA may vary for different people based on their individual circumstances. Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+11 I have no problem with people being honest with me and frankly prefer a candid conversation if anyone on my team feels hard done by. There are generally three situations  Managing Director in IB-M&A
+11 Anyone getting the vibe that this post and some of these comments are being posted by FTP HR? No one in their right mind would ever even consider FTP over Q Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+11 One way to get over “low beta” is to get fired during a recession and struggle to find a job for a while.  Better yet, consult for awhile as a 1099 contractor and fight for the value you bring to your client. odog @digitalimmortality.com
+11 Sure. Fact 1 - Central Banks around the world have held interest rates lower for longer than anyone has reasonably expected coming out of the GFC. neil88
+11 Traditionally the measure of affordability in real estate is if you can pay all of your living expenses (rent or mortgage, insurance, HOA fees if applicable, utilities, etc.) for less than 30% of your gross income. jarstar1
+11 lurker22Correct me if I'm wrong but don't associates MM shops have a broader role in the investment process (i.e. TheKing
+11 If your version of a man is someone who constantly cheats and can't handle his past then yeah. Draper is a coward hiding under a calm masculine facade. Pescepescetarian
+11 Read the room bro Intern in AM - Equities
+11 I've worked for Jef for 2 years for a team that is touted as having one of the best cultures on the street *not just the bank. That was the primary reason for me joining while having other offers. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+11 In IB, the lifecycle of the deal process you generally see is: pitch + mandate + initial analysis + CIM creation + acquirer outreach + mgmt of process + subsequent diligence calls + legal docs + closing. GrandJury
+11 Real talk though, what kind of person would actually wear this out in public?  MrBarelyComprehensible
+11 I don't agree with this. ProFormaEBITDA
+11 Better opportunities out of NYC/SF/CHI during early career. Houston/Dallas/ATL/Charlotte is where you exit and build your life in my opinion. Mr.Robot
+11 I’ll weigh in as someone leading multifamily ground up developments executing Class A garden style, institutional size projects in tertiary markets - although we know many companies currently in a holding pattern, we are o FutureCEO3
+11 Reading and travel are ubiquitous. If you say 18th century British literature, or travel in South America, yes, it's a little pretentious, but at least not so boilerplate. Everyone likes reading and traveling. Shaynepunim
+11 Thought it was a good deal for both parties.  Analyst 1 in RE - Comm
+11 I laughed at this too. The lack of perspective gets me every time.    VP in IB - Gen
+11 How does this compare to 2008? Starting to see a lot of cuts now at a lot of places (not just banks). VP in IB - Gen
+11 Fundamental fund paths: new grad research position at a big fund (very, very few and far between) 2+2 (IB+PE) IB, for distressed debt: RX Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+11 Hey there. You can try these: Skeptic Ape
+11 You're an Analyst and disagree with what I say? Do you like creating logo pages? Sugarcoat it as you want, you are a glorified graphic designer with a bit of Excel skill, that's it icantdothisanymore
+11 Hey man - I've been intermittent fasting since 10th grade. Not a gym guy, just didn't want to be fat. I'm 19 fasting 5 eating, eating only at 12pm and 5pm or within a 5 hour window after lunch. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+11 Was in college working in retail and went out the back to check some stock. Was friendly with the warehouse guy, first gen immigrant with a crazy work ethic who flipped cars and drove trucks on the side. Consultant in Consulting
+11 Bro why do you write like you’re a middle school principal  recynical
+11 Since this thread is going to get deleted… I’m gay Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+11 Well, I hope you first get the offers, and you like them! So... what to do. redever
+11 I wouldn’t say that networking was a huge part of what ultimately got me the role or any offers. Maybe it’s more a European thing but most of the recruiting happens exclusively via HHs. Real_Estate_PE
+11 Given your anonymity, would be super helpful if you could name the bank that is laying off second year analysts right now, so the rest of us can avoid it haha.  Joey Gabagool
+11 I'm honestly shocked at the amount of people that think they are special saying the diamond industry is a scam. radio528
+11 Nope the fuckwad mayor and high taxes will stay in the blue states where they belong barstoolsports
+11 Well, it’s a good think you avoided the oldest banking scam in the book… Netflix. LMMorrisLB
+11 I must admit, I was on board with mergersandacquisitions78 post before reading xqtrack's follow up. ke18sb
+11 stop fapping, it actually helps no joke. I’m on day 15 and my mind is clearer than ever. convert that sex energy into money man treeflowers
+11 We probably agree more than we disagree. Synergy_or_Syzygy
+11 Gods don't just fish for themselves. As for the non-ambitious Mexican fisherman, we call them Big4. Summer Associate in IB-M&A
+11 OHHHH! Marone, the commute on this fella'. It's cream deluxe under the tunnel on weeknights, you're in for a couple of 'tree hours in the car. Bring some gabagool and gargonzol for the ride, kid. Joey Gabagool
+11 "urmaaam" Stuntin hard there. I won't lie, I'm a little jealous Yeah, I mean my biggest asset is my time. Isaiah_53_5 💎🙌💎🙌💎
+11 So, first, this is a very good question that I think anyone on or about to be on the job market (or forced on to the job market, as seems the OP's case) should be thinking about.... what is best in today's market (i.e. redever
+11 Nah that's too logical. Better to seek legal help from WSO.  Investment Manager in IA