Investment Banking - IBD

Anyone done IB interviews for asset management M&A teams? Curious how the technical questions differ.

How do you stay healthy working these hours? Third late-night takeout delivery in a row, and I'm starting to feel it.

Am I crazy to think layoffs are coming?

What’s the most expensive thing you bought with your bonus money?

Finally took a vacation... and spent the whole time stressed about work piling up. Is it even possible to truly disconnect in IB?

Broad question- but what are the top qualifications needed for a long career in IB?

You all notice any diversity promotions at your firm?

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What do you do outside of work to manage stress?

Has anyone here worked for both a small and big IB? Which work environment is better? I have been working at big banks my whole career. Just curious.

I starter an IB job at a boutique about a year ago and I’m reaching a breaking point. My boss, and overall firm environment is extremely toxic. There’s no coaching, no mentorship, no ownership or acco… more

A kind senior analyst actually pulled me aside and gave me constructive feedback on my model. Feeling oddly grateful. Is genuine mentorship a thing in IB?

What’s the worst office drama you have ever witnessed? Sadly, one of my colleagues had a mental breakdown and screamed at our MD. It was difficult to watch…

Would you hire a professional to boost your resume?

Posting here from another bowl: How badly would it reflect on me to my headhunter if I postpone or cancel a first round interview with the buyside firm? It’s tomorrow and I have been so busy this past… more

Hi all. First time poster here and appreciate your genuine advice and thoughts. I’m currently working in a non-revenue division at a BB. I hope to transition to M&A group of IBD. I recently got in… more

One of my friend just got let go from his firm. Is your firm hiring associates?

How do you all market to your network that you are looking for sell-side mandates to potentially represent their client’s prospective buyer? I was asked by my MD to reach out to my network from my pri… more

Does anyone else have bad work anxiety dreams? Any tips on getting them to stop?

Does anyone have access to Peak Frameworks? Willing to split the cost! DM me.

Have you ever mentored someone? Feels kinda nice when an analyst asked me but I’m not sure if I’m the right person.

How often are you working on a Saturday?

How do you get better at leading a conversation? Client dinner went off the rails when the CEO started ranting about politics. (I did not bring them up, he did). I just wanted to close the deal, not d… more

Anybody here dabble in RE investments? A way for tax write offs and etc. I’m curious to see if it is worth it.

Saw a former coworker's post about their new job. Normal hours, creative work, half the pay. Honestly, I felt a twinge of envy. Anyone else tempted to jump ship?

I hate the fact that bonus is taxed higher. That is all.

WF?

Lateral associates - are banks often flexible as to start dates? About to start interviewing but ideally wouldn't start until September (or July at the earliest).

Hello, i have an opportunity to join a quantitative analyst position in trading room. Id like to know whether or not you can do whatever you want after that ( everyone keep saying me that). I have a fear th… more

Anyone noticed a slowdown on deal inflows?

Overheard in the bathroom: two senior bankers gossiping about who's getting laid off next. My stomach twisted. Is the paranoia getting to everyone?

Is there a big step up in bonus from VP to Director?

When does the BB banks pay their bonus to analysts? Cannot find the info?

What non-monetary perks matter to you more than a slightly higher bonus?

Do you ever get a feeling that you are putting in more work than your peers?

Anyone here filed HR complaint or received one before?