Would you consider taking a lateral move in your career? About the same pay but less work hours/stress. The downside is upward mobility is limited. 

35 Single male, in DFW area, looking for female for fun and companionship. I love eating good food, traveling, Reading books.

On my honeymoon and already self conscious of gaining a little weight from indulging in cocktails and treats. How do not punish myself but also not make excuses for myself? Will losing this weight be as simple as cutting out the excess when I get home? Sigh

Sheesh, this humidity is driving me crazy!

I'm up for election next year. Kind of feel like I'm in Squid Game right now.

I've signed on to this, I'm really close to the end, but at a certain point I feel like I just want to check out of the game (and go in-house or something).

Anyone looking for a referal at Salesforce Company. Let me know.

How does equity breakdown in banking tech? Looking at Director roles at WF, Truist and BoA. What's a ballpark range I could expect?

Hi Guys,

I've heard a lot about Uplers talent. Can you guys please suggest to move on to this place Uplers. Since, they are providing Work from Home culture.

I have 4.5 yrs of work ex and joining as ACON at KPMG. Will I get promoted to CON in next cycle i.e October 2023 or so I have to wait until October 2024?

Can you advise a young producer on working with exec creatives? How do you assert yourself & hold teams accountable to deadlines without making creatives feel as though you are challenging authority?

Did anyone get the increment letter yet?

I was Associate 2 earlier but when I checked SF recently it's showing Associate 3 but i have not received any email or intimation.. is it a bug?

Anyone else have a great work mom? Work wives/husbands are great but work moms are the REAL deal. They're stern when they need to be but want what's best for you.

So grossed out by nasty old man (triple my age) at the client. He came over to where I sat to discuss an issue and his hand "accidentally" falls on my lap! I just got up and walked away

Has anyone here left even after performing well and getting great feedback because tax bored you to death? If so, where did you end up going? Using this down time to explore other opportunities that may be out there outside of tax

Hey fishies! I’m looking to take a leap into the remote world. I am a Sr. Graphic designer and art director in Toronto, Canada 🇨🇦. I’m looking to take on more of an art director and creative director role, remotely. I can attach my website and a portfolio if anyone can help out. I have been designing professionally now for just over 15 years now. I work very quickly and very well with other team members. I also take on freelance work. I’m married with 2 kids so the more work the better.

Left IBD to quickly - VP1 opps?

Long story short - was lured into an opportunity to do BD for a large PE PortCo… better work/life balance, but honestly miss the deal cycle.

Anyone know of open VP1 opps right now?

Quick background - former MM banker (think Raymond James, Piper Sandler size) doing FinTech and Asset Management within FIG, but also open to other sectors.

Thanks!

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)?

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.

Received an offer for equity research and IB, both in toronto. ER paying $120k base and my understanding is that bonus can be around 25-30%. IB is paying $105k base but likely higher bonus? Which one would u choose if you think you would be good at both

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?

Thoughts on PJT strategic advisory?

Thoughts on GP Bullhound?

What are bonuses like for a first year IB Analyst in London? (Think US banks like GS, MS, Citi etc.)

What “lifestyle” exit opportunities pay decently? Been interviewing for corporate development and strategic finance roles but total comp looks to be almost a 50% pay cut.

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

Are coverage group hours better than m&a at your bank? From a lifestyle standpoint

Say I work in tech and have a decent finance experience. Would my 3 yoe of domain "expertise" in tech make me an attractive bet for the banks Tech coverage team? In other words, does having experience in Tech make me more hireable for IBD?

I am going to speak with a recruiter at Houlihan Lokey TMT in LA. I would like to know more about the group and its culture. Would love to connect and network🙏

Is 36 too late to join IB as an associate? Alternatively, can stay in my industry (not banking) as manager.

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

currently debating if i should work on the hill or accept an IB role. i feel like working on the hill is invaluable experience that could get me into IB but maybe i’m wrong? Which opportunity gives me best resume experience?

Any recommendations on brushing up on PowerPoint?

Public finance exit opps?

Anyone work for Wells Fargo Corporate and Investment Banking? Have upcoming interviews for two teams (industrials and healthcare) for corporate banking analyst positions and wanted to know what kind of questions to expect. Thanks!