What are top reasons on why you want to go into PE? Buyouts? I feel I relate to all the generic stuff (ownership stake, more responsibility, greater skill set) but are there unique reasons?

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Skin in the game ! Tired of being a consultant on the sideline

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Good chance to learn and understand how companies are effectively run and see that applied over time across businesses

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The two reasons above plus great knowledge of a wide range of companies and their business models. Great prospects if you plan on start something your own

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