Investment Banking - IBD

Had a nightmare about missing a critical deadline and woke up in a cold sweat. That work stress is leaking into my dreams... any hacks on stopping it?

Curious your thoughts on Allen&Company? Work environment and culture

Anyone here invested in PE before? Wondering if you could share your experience with me.

I swear the promotion process is based more on who golfs with the directors than on actual work. Anyone else feel this way?

Why are so many finance guys divorced?

Would you take a small pay-cut now( short term) for a better promotion opportunity (more money) in the long run?

How does everyone keep up with things around the house like chores? My schedule has been 8am - 2am for the past weeks. My fiancé works normal hours. Is it fair for her to be pissed at me for not being… more

How often do you go out with colleagues after work? I am normally exhausted but don’t want to miss out either.

Do you think what we do actually matter? Do deals really create any lasting good for anyone beyond ourselves?

Love the intellectual challenge of this work. Financial modeling, market analysis, it pushes me to my limits and beyond. Anyone else a fellow numbers nerd?

Feeling the pressure to buy designer everything just to look the part. My credit card is screaming, but so is my ego. Seriously though, is this necessary?

I am currently working in project management for the energy project, but I would like to change my career path to investment and valuation management for renewable energy. I have a Master's Degree… more

Guys - Need recruiting firms for mid-to at level PE & IB for backoffice Ops & Ai roles. Please list best

What are the typical equity research associate interview questions at UBS?

Once you max out your 401k and back door Roth, how do you invest the rest of your cash?

I am aiming for a role in investment.

Would a position in deal strategy at a Big Four firm or a Portfolio Analyst role at a asset management firm be more suitable

Do you all play in office politics?

Do you know anyone that pivoted from IB to strategy/ ops? How was the move? any regrets?

When people talk about “networking”, what does it actually mean? How do you take casual conversation to a business conversation? Additionally, what is the best way to ask for referrals? (I’m currently… more

How long did it take for you to get your first promotion from analyst to associate?

How many days a week do you normally work late?

Do you consider yourself a introvert or extrovert? Do you have to be an extrovert to be promoted?

Does anyone work in securitization IBD or ABS ? I have a couple questions about the job and would love to connect.

Hi all, how are you spending the weekend?

Anyone else here secretly not care if they ever make it to the top of the ladder? I make good money, I'm able to keep an okay work life balance most weeks. I don't need more, and I'm over … more

Should we feel lucky to be in our industry?

Is it industry standard to be a jerk or is it just this firm? Me and the other analysts are absolutely treated like garbage here and it's wearing me down.

Any insights into Baird’s associate (lateral) case study round? Please let me know. Thanks!

What would you do if you see someone you work with doing something unethical?

Thinking about leaving to city and commute longer from the suburbs. For people that has done it, pros vs cons?

Any word on IB at Takenaka Partners in LA? Have an interview scheduled but I’m debating if it’s worth it. Hours are ballpark 60 a week but in office 4-5 days and my commute would be 1+ hours each way.

What’s the total comp at Jefferies? VP level.

Does anyone have any insight into Guggenheim Partners IBD - culture and pay?

Anyone have thoughts on Lazard Restructuring group?

How often do you do cook vs takeout? Am I crazy for doing takeouts 5-6 times a week?

How do you deal with that one coworker who ALWAYS tries to take credit for your work? I swear, sometimes they act like they did the whole damn model themselves. Ugh.

Anyone know of any ECM teams out there hiring AN3 / Senior Analyst positions? Saw a few on LinkedIn, wondering if there are any that haven’t been posted around

Do you feel like your work has ever had a positive impact on society?

Has anyone taken a sabbatical before? Was it worth it? I know I will have to sacrifice some career growth opportunity.

Do you find it difficult to spend time with your family with your work schedule?