6 months on the desk now (IBD M&A) - all I’m doing is profiles… is that normal ? I feel like I haven’t learned anything .. I’ve a masters in Finance and my knowledge is literally still at uni level

Mid year promotions confirmed!

We're discussing the company holiday plan and it looks like my manager is going to pressure me to work on Thanksgiving this year. Late-stage capitalist america, now without holidays!

I have a PwC Pride sticker, but am afraid to put it on my laptop or water bottle because I don't know how receptive my team or clients will be. Do you guys wear pride gear at werk?

When do you predict the dip? I've been waiting for so long, but don't want to buy now. VTI seems inflated.

Here's a question I wish I never had to ask. Is it better to use the code for bereavement leave or just burn pto I'm going to lose anyway? Does it make a difference from a utilization standpoint?

If anyone’s interested in knowing more about Tosca - E2E functional test automation tool. Please LIKE and DM

Has anyone signed a contract to work for X amount of years with the government and then broken that contract? Are there repercussions? The contract was two sentences that said I would work for X years. That’s it. I cannot find any information online about what happens if you hate your new job so much that you quit. Anyone?

What’s your favorite WFH footwear? Any recommended brands for a chilly home office?

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Does Pwc revise an offer if we have another offer in hand?

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As of now I got into PIP so does it indirectly means that i will be fired.?

Being forced onto banking project with no finance background or cultural leanings—tips? 🥴

My brother-in-law (age 30) told us recently that he is transgender. How can we support him? (‘Him’ as we haven’t discussed pronouns yet). It was a surprise to us!

CPA w/ 10 YOE. Audit, Risk, Mgmt Consulting background. Advice on how to get out of audit given my somewhat advanced tenure? Anybody else charted the same course?

What are some examples where you feel included at your organization?

Anyone have advice on getting your foot in the door at Google or Meta for a Sales Role? I’ve only got 3.5 years of experience but have achieved Presidents Club and have had success at 2 “blue chip” organizations.

Anyone have insight into what Corporate Development at PayPal is like?

Friends, need some feedback on an idea:

I’m thinking of starting a podcast interviewing leaders at startups about their experience with specific challenges - I know, cliche, get a more original hobby, etc.

Not looking for the narrative arc of How I Built This or Masters of Scale. Instead, looking to uncover specific problems faced by companies that tried something new for the first time. What did they not see coming, how did they adapt and measure, etc.

What are your thoughts on this format?

Guy slid into my DM’s asking to be my sugar daddy. But he wants my PayPal info to send me money. Is PayPal a safe way? Also lol what is my life 🤦🏼‍♀️

Will we ever learn if our application was Denied because BAL made a mistake?

DB ECM - does anyone have a view?

Asking for wife who's also in banking. If she got ~$100k in signing bonus in 2019 for 1 year commitment in CA and started FT in July 2020, assuming she leaves before July 2021, can her employer claw back full amount in California? Some say it's much tougher to do so under CA law but wonder if anyone has any insights. Banks won't likely care about analyst signing bonuses, but associate bonus at EB with diversity bonus can be significant. If she quits before, she won't be going to another bank.

Steel Case vs Herman Miller

Is Herman Miller the undeniable winner in the office chair market or is Steel Case a contender for first?

Does anyone know typically how many rounds there are for hedge funds interviews and how soon after interviews I’ll hear back about next steps?

What credit cards does everyone use to maximize rewards points? What bank accounts to maximize sign up bonuses?

I have a meeting with a CEO of a start-up IB. She is meeting to help guide me in the industry (not just a job interview). What questions would you ask?

Any thoughts on BNP M&A in nyc

I want to be a client instead of an investment banker. Where do I sign up?

Thoughts on GP Bullhound?

Looks like some bonus numbers are coming out for bankers, would appreciate any insights!

Want to get new bag for work and not sure if I should get a Tumi briefcase or backpack. Seems like I’ve seen more backpacks these days. Thoughts?

Folks - when you calculate the total diluted share counts, does the result have to tie to the reported diluted share counts on the most recent filing (either 10K or 10Q)?

How do you find out who’s “top bucket” and who’s not? Do they disclose this? Also how do you become one?

Currently an analyst-level consultant working with a client that has an investment banking division. Since I have access to internal systems, could I reach out to bankers for networking from within using those systems? Or would that be too aggressive? lol

Equity research associate considering to pivot into IBD. Is this a wise choice? Heard ER is an exit for some of the IB folks out there.

Thoughts on PJT strategic advisory?

Any staple brands for a first year analyst’s wardrobe?

Am I more or less likely to be laid off if the economy tanks even more if I just started as an analyst two months ago

Is breaking into equity research/coverage teams as hard as breaking into traditional advisory/M&A IB being from a non target school with a non finance degree?