Highest Ranked Comments In The Last Month

+20 I used to also want to be a military officer given the cool uniform and the societal clout. But realized not worth it due to how retarded our foreign policy is. Associate 1 in PE - LBOs
+20 I think agree with the comment above. I think it’s always been a “front office role”. Currently an IR VP at an MF (focusing purely on LP relationships/ Capital raising). VP in PE - Other
+20 Justice for the associate!  Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+19 Agree if ur really ambitious, maybe talk to a girl who doesn’t share your DNA Intern in PE - LBOs
+19 Tone deaf comment of the year goes to...  woodenspatula
+19 Forgot to add - I’m with Reuters.  milanavinn
+19 TikTok is not a FinTech Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+19 Make sure you get in Fri-Sun If you're lifting, keep any supplements you use (protein, creatine, etc.) at your desk Get comfortable with squeezing in whenever you can. surfsup34
+19 Can someone explain to me how there is no media coverage of this?? Is the cover up that blatant? stinkmonk
+19 "Experienced management team with decades of experience and a killer instinct to drive results" Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+18 Just sent a note to a prominent politician and former lawyer requesting investigation into the matter. StandOnPrinciple
+18 This forum is sadder that Jim Donovan is off the market. m_1
+18 Have seen lots of hot girls at CVP, as well as within RBC’s M&A group. Sidenote - I’ve personally found that EVR has the ugliest girls and guys, so would advise against working there. HighCaliberTalent
+18 Just for anyone in banking/late in college looking to start your career and assessing the best pathway, note how crowded the views in here are on how much better pods and LOs are relative to SMs. Analyst 3+ in HF - Other
+18 Congrats on RBC 🥳 Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+18 Oaktree as well james55
+18 Just offering my two cents here, but to try and give her the benefit of the doubt, I think it is a very different situation to be in as a female MD having a child. Analyst 3+ in IB - Gen
+18 They will throw millions at me because I'm a prodigal investor. My returns for the last 2 years are unheard of, and I'm in the upper echelon of investors already. HighCaliberTalent
+18 You obviously haven't read the post if you're commenting this. I go to Wharton and am an incoming SA at CVP/RBC/PJT RSSG/GS TMT, all while maintaining a phenomenal track record. Your comment reeks of ignorance.  HighCaliberTalent
+17 Unnecessary man delete this. Fucking up the banker image even more Associate 2 in IB - Cov
+17 Totally agree with you. Aside from the boomer MDs from the 80s and 90s and some frat guys / ex-athletes, IB is full of people who are basically autistic or very close to it. Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+17 I'm a reporter with Fortune magazine and am interested in covering... anyone willing to chat? sydneylake
+17 Touching grass Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+17 You want the honest answer? They look for "diverse" candidates. In interviews, they barely ask technicals. Literally the only way you can even get an interview there is through SEO or some diverse program. Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+17 Bud do you really think this is the right moment to be shilling for management Associate 2 in IB-M&A
+17 Rare LowCaliber W Assistant in Non-profit
+17 Honestly should just make a new thread with your suggestion. There’s so many comments on this thread it’s hard to tell if it’ll get the visibility that’s required, especially since this is the right strategy.  Associate 1 in IB - Gen
+17 Qatalyst with $59 billion volume on 6 deals total.. holy fuck  Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+16 . Associate 2 in IB - Gen
+16 Cascadia Capital Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+16 That kid’s probably turning comments already GorillaBanker
+16 I'm a reporter with Fortune magazine and am interested in covering... anyone available to talk? sydneylake
+16 I will simply not care because technical analysis is fake? Research Analyst in HF - EquityHedge
+16 Just want to wish you all luck here. Remember, a few years ago a few Goldman juniors compiled a PPT and because of that (and other factors) we all got pay increases. Analyst 3+ in IB - Cov
+16 Genuinely curious, why limit strike to BofA juniors? Would think all of Wall Street is overdue for reform at the junior level. VP_Coverage_IB
+16 I hear RX is mostly very relaxed, see them gallivanting around coffee shops all the time, must be all the free time they have. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+16 Formar Investment banker from Brazil here. I've worked in IB for 8 years and now I have my own boutique/small IB firm. Trust me: The culture CAN and SHOULD be good. lucaslisboa
+16 Simply put, DEI recruiting is discrimination based on race and sex, end of story. I am anti-discrimination. Are you? willingtolitigate
+15 Countering this point: I disagree that we’re in for a “quick” rebound within a year or two. a-basic-name
+15 Congratulations on your offer – well done! Tamara_S
+15 That’s not the point. Super ignorant to say we should be worried about our own jobs because we are advocating for the absolute bare minimum working conditions. Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+15 The VP won't say word for word "hey, work 100 hours". The VP will just ask you for work with tight deadlines you must follow and create a sense of urgency. Loup-Man
+15 I’m a freelance writer on Substack (platform that encourages free speech) with over 30000 subscribers. freelancereporter
+15 Good luck -- cheering you all on. Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+15 Maybe you can too be something one day. Sounds like the Wash U motto Prospect in IB-M&A
+15 Moelis LA is the best LA shop and places really well. PWP LA has been expanding. They have some really strong MDs and seem like they’re a great team. Incoming Analyst in IB - Cov
+15 Isn't there an EB that specializes in financial technology? I think they pay their AN1s 140k base so they must be the best for this type of deal Mr. Disagreeable
+15 This is not an "intern" thing. This is a corporate/professional setting thing. nutmegger189
+15 You save on taxes as a household. TheEventHorizon
+15 They serve as good staring objects but I gotta get back to work unlike them. JMac27
+15 BofA regl —> harassing women —> LMM FIG boutique! Really excited Intern in IB - Gen
+15 Because DEI is blatant race-based discrimination being enforced by the same people that always cry about how bad racism is and has only become more prominently shoved down people's throats as time has gone on. If you're to PrivateTechquity 🚀GME🚀
+15 such a bad low iq boomer take lmao VP in IB - Gen
+14 thoughts from sr pm who's had their teeth knocked out more than once... i don't regret it... now ... Partner in HF - EquityHedge
+14 Congressional hearing  richieefflee
+14 Bro put Pierpont, Hari will be missed.  WallStreetScientist
+14 Hi LowCaliberTalent, I really appreciate the advice, especially since you're 6'2+ and ex. CVP/RBC & Wharton like myself! I'll definitely message you to get started with my hedge fund.  HighCaliberTalent
+14 Most "simple" LMM businesses at auction are the product of a person's life work. Take a "simple" business services platform as an example - e.g. commerical plumbing, HVAC, landscaping. yeahrightbuddy111
+14 Was that wrong? Should I have not done that? I tell ya, I gotta plead ignorance on this thing because if anyone had said anything to me at all when I first started here that that sort of thing was frowned upon... MMBanker14
+14 WSJ here, reach out whenever. alexander.saeedy
+14 This is correct - good observation  VP in PE - LBOs
+14 First sentence was absolutely the most important, thank you for that. Intern in IB - Cov
+14 Any reasonable adult who has seen finance hours knows what it is. And all of us are calling for support to the family and an investigation into the group.  WallStreetOasis.com
+14 Unrelated to your comment but I just want this to be one of the first seen posts. This is a great initiative but can we actually take a look at OP’s (bronzbomba) comment history? Associate 2 in IB - Cov
+14 bro burned out after 2 months lmao Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+14 Agree 100% with OP. Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+14 Warren Icahn
+14 MDs who actually make this kind of money wouldn't be on WSO replying to interns about it. And those that do are few and far between. BankerNoBucks
+14 Preferably someone who respects me, cherishes time spent with me, and who I could spend hours just talking to and never get bored with. Failing that, Margot Robbie. yourfavpptmonkey
+14 Most normal DCM banker Prospect in IB-M&A
+14 The bottom line is we are a dispensable resource for the senior guys and as long as the fees keep rolling in nothing will change. Fuck the banks. They don’t care about us. Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+14 I knew this was a LowCaliberTalent production before I even clicked on this thread. asteroid
+13 My bank (a peer, not BoA) scheduled a last minute town hall today discussing this tragic event and reminded everyone of the protected junior policies in place and told us to go straight to HR and the group head if they're Analyst 2 in IB - CB
+13 I gave you 2 of the MS (not on this comment)-- something I rarely feel the need to do-- and no, I've never met Connor personally. Analyst 2 in AM - Other
+13 Carlyle. In last two years they have 1) reduced headcount considerably, 2) completely exited Consumer, 3) Missed fundraising targets due to poor performance, 4) Had partners leave. DBisntaBB
+13 LSE M&A Group Prospect in IB-M&A
+13 Hard to complain Managing Director in IB-M&A
+13 Bump good luck guys Intern in PE - LBOs
+13 If the family has asked for the content to be removed, it should be removed.  Senior Consultant in Consulting
+13 The reality is there are dozens of factors that impact hours so you usually cannot flag one single thing. CompBanker
+13 You are not a serious person. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+13 Thank you Intern Associate 1 in IB - Gen
+13 Hey if you wanna chat reach out, I’m a reporter. alexander.saeedy
+13 People kept confusing it with BlackRock.  VP in IB-M&A
+13 Go for it - if you're going to fail, fail while you're young and unattached, not when you're 40, have a wife, kids and a mortgage.  Worst case you wash out here, get a normal job and figure out next steps. Five Star Man
+12 Username checks out Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+12 As you grow up you'll realize almost everything is fake. The economy being strong. The government being competent. The generally agreed upon science of healthcare. How much people seem to have things together. PrivateTechquity 🚀GME🚀
+12 Nice. Let's go! Associate 1 in IB - Gen
+12 It's abundantly clear that she wouldn't meet the standard and traditional onboarding requirements or assessments even for associates. BillCash77
+12 West coast office developer.. woof Developer in RE - Comm
+12 Definitely applying himself  Analyst 1 in PE - LBOs
+12 Other analysts at other banks should join on this. Street wide strike Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+12 1. I don't regret it at all. From a financial POV, it's changed my life and is probably the single best career choice I made. For the right person it's an amazing opportunity. Analyst 3+ in HF - EquityHedge
+12 Cons: yacht gets too big, too many friends out for money, get audited by irs bc too much income/net worth. Not sure others  midwest_analyst
+12 Every time league tables get posted someone comments this, forgetting the fact that Moelis does a ton of sponsor sell-sides that don’t have reportable values. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+12 A bunch of us are at the elevator gates and our key cards no longer work.  Security is confused and no one knows what going on (including a staffer that we talked to) Analyst 3+ in IB - Gen
+12 bro he’s not gonna dox himself on wso to a desperate prospect ihatemylife
+12 I buy the fact that you are a real baller PM that has been in the game for a while (and not a LARPer) because you truly write like a boomer, respect Analyst 3+ in CorpFin
+12 Define “doing better” Of course they make more But how much can they save? What do you think they are worth? Say a 34 or 35 year old who just made MD. bluecollarfinanceguy
+12 Just my own thoughts - Worked across America and Europe extensively and continue to do. Assistant PM in HF - EquityHedge