I just accepted an IR associate role with a PE firm that is an amazing opportunity. More than doubles my pay (210 TC) and still doesn’t feel real. I’m usually a very confident person but I was somewhat pessimistic in the process because I didn’t expect to get the role or that I’d see that income at 24. I went from nervous that I wouldn’t get it to nervous I won’t do well. Not sure what’s happening but can I get any tips or best practice rec’s from PE IR folks? I want to hit the ground running.

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Be hot.

Seeing as you’ve already got the job (congrats!), then find ways to be even hotter.

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You are probably gorgeous, just keep going to the gym.

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Imposter syndrome is normal. Bear in mind, if you weren’t deserving of the job, you wouldn’t have gotten it. Skillset will vary depending on whether you’re on the business development side or the project management side (it varies at each firm how it’s split out). Use the first three months to ask questions, while trying to solve your own questions first (without spinning your wheels). Try to become an expert to your team on either the products/client types you cover. Remember your career is a marathon, not a sprint

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I really appreciate the feedback. You’re night thank you. I think I will essentially be on both sides if my understanding is correct it’s a very lean team so we’re wearing multiple hats in the interim. I will definitely heed the advice on becoming an expert on clients. The marathon advice was key

Be able to turn stuff quickly. If you don’t know, don’t be afraid to ask. Be hot.

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Is this remote or in a hcol city? What role are you moving from and how much experience do you have?

This is in office in a hcol city (South Florida) and I have 2.5 years experience. Spent a year in IR at a hedge fund before going to PWM and now this role.

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