What are some pure origination banking groups? I hate the technical aspects of the job, but can manage relationships and sell the hell out of any product.

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Sell me this pencil Jordan

funnylike

F*ck S&T! 🤦

Go work for BDO in their marketing group

uplifting

Lol, or you could just focus on selling the hell out of stuff

funny

Have you considering working in the marketing department of any bank?

Related Posts

I sense a GOP wipeout in Nov

likefunnysmart

I was thinking about looking for a side gig that can be done from home and have read about medical transcribing. Has anyone here tried that and know whether completing the courses is worth it? Is it easy to find work once you get certified?

like

I'm thinking about starting something, but I want to be well versed in entrepreneurship before I do. Any recommended resources (websites, podcasts, books, etc.)? Thanks!

like

Honestly I have no words for this one, enjoy!

Post Photo
likefunny

Are there grounds for reporting a coworker if they stole one deal I had been working on for months? I just feel it’s so ethically wrong.

like

Has anyone tried Peter Shankman’s ADHD coaching? Thoughts, experience?

like

Have been making salads on my keto diet. I think I can survive on this diet. Indian goat meet mince salad below

Post Photo
like

I played basketball for the first time in like a month or two. I probably played like 5 or 6 full court games and I’m so damn sore today. I was going to try to have a push day (chest, shoulders, tri) but I’m sore to the point it hurts to pick up my arms. I should probably take it easy and rest today?

likefunny

Do any of you feel like your personality doesn’t fit the mold of an accountant and it makes every day of work awful? I’m rather outgoing and a big picture thinker. I’ve been working in federal tax for 4.5 years. Any advice on what I should do to get my mind right and not miserable anymore?

likefunny

What are the Dallas and Atlanta salary ranges for 1 year of experience in the internal audit and financial services area? Looking into switching things up.

like

I really want to learn if anyone or you see anyone as a Senior leave accounting/audit for a unexpected or creative career that makes them happy and doesn't waste their time in PA?

like

Any recommendations for networking events/clubs in philly?

like

Any wagers # of layoffs at end of FY?

like

I have a bunch of FINRA licenses, but was recently offered a job at a consulting company for about a 50% salary increase. I was hoping my company will put together a better counter-offer package, but unfortunately they came up pretty short. How much should I weigh losing these licenses? I’m really struggling with this decision.

like

I applied for few SA roles at AWS after getting the SAA certificate and some badges like the “WAF” and “Advanced Migration”. I also optimized my resume recently trying to match what AWS would look for, but I did not get any 1st call or screening interview!
I also applied to some of the roles using friend’s referral. I have more than 15 years in IT infrastructure mainly in Storage systems (EMC, Hitachi) What could be the problem? Thanks.

like
like

They’re on to us

Post Photo
likefunny

Hi all. Looking for 11 likes for DM. Please need your support

like

Need to get an updated headshot. Where’s the best place to go? Or photographer? Would prefer something more casual/outside than a studio with the fake background situation, as I’m 23 and think that would look a bit weird.

like

Additional Posts in Investment Banking - IBD

When you lateral between banks in IB, is your MD always going to find out you're interviewing/applying elsewhere because of the other banks trying to hear what you're like?

like

A coworker of mine briefly mentioned that it’s the absolute size of short positions that matters, opposed to the relative size. Was she right?

like

Hot take: I think a great move that banks can do to boost morale at this time would be to give teams a 3 day vacation, considering there are no deals anyways. Would love to hear the thoughts of Fishbowl on this one, especially from any MDs/execs who have the power to do this.

like

If I want to learn about the go-shop process time line, would reading schedule 14A help?

like

Anyone in RBC IBD care to share bonus numbers at the analyst level for either this year or last year?

like

How long should I wait to get an offer letter? I did interviews for PwC Corporate Finance. On Feb 14, I got an email saying that I was chosen for the summer internship and that the details will follow shortly. On March 7th, I sent an email to follow up bcs I had not received the details. The assistant responded that the process is underway and it’s within the hands of the HR. Still haven’t heard from them and it’s been over a month. Is it normal? What should I do?

like

as an analyst how do I network and maintain connections with external orgs (clients and more so buyers) after the deal has closed? I have their contacts of course but do I add them on LinkedIn after? Is is better to maintain connections w the junior team and how should I go about it w senior management? This is for general networking not that I’m trying to hop to a PE/other org immediately. TIA!

like

Is anyone aware of good companies for corporate development in NY? ie. interesting work/decent pay for corp dev?
I'm in IB and interested in corp dev, but a little unsure of where to start looking since it's not quite like IB where you know most of the banks. Not super picky on the industry either

like

Just frustrated and annoyed with my firm. I work at a MM with okay deal flow as an A1. We are perpetually under staffed, terrible culture (lot of face time, people brag about how late they stay in the office, etc.), poor learning opportunities - just 0 exit ops and brand recognition.
Is making a move to BB worth it? I feel like I am under trained to be a second year analyst at a BB.

How do I make the jump even if I should? Feels slimy networking while I’m still employed.

like

Do you get a work laptop from your company?

like

Any take on culture of MS Menlo?

like

Need some advice - Currently a Manager in Big4 Valuations and want to move to Corp Dev. No prior IB experience. I have an offer for Corporate Strategy Manager position at a large Multinational and a few CD interviews lined up. Have to get back to the Strategy offer. Is it possible to move from CS to CD later?

like

For those of you that left banking for the PE/VC/corp dev life do you in some sick twisted way miss banking? I’m leaving in a few months post bonus and I already have these nostalgic feelings…..

like

Anyone at BNP Paribas willing to speak about their experience at that bank? Got an M&A interview lined up there

like

Any advice for Goldman Sachs hirevue interview? Got an email this afternoon to complete one. I did one last year and got rejected 2 months later without any communications from the recruiter. Any tips would be greatly appreciated. TIA! Goldman Sachs

like

What’s a good estimate for comp in strategic finance roles at tech companies, assuming major city?

like

Is index match still used or has it been replaced by x-lookup? New analyst here having to learn index match (which is fine) but I always thought xlookup is superior.

like

1. What is the most underrated and overrated investment banking group (corporate / public finance, M&A, leveraged finance, securities underwriting etc)

2. What is the most underrated and overrated sector / industry?

like

People working in IB, what’s the most number of days you have taken off from work, making sure that it didn’t raise an eyebrow?

like

Does anyone know how long the hirevue videos last for Goldman Sachs? Because when I did it I was very much a beginner and if I do it now I can do it much better. I just don’t want my beginner side to be looked at when I am much more advanced in my talking and technical skills. I know JP Morgan the hirevue makes you do new videos every 6 months

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal