How Senior Women in Investment Banking are Redefining Success In the high-stakes world of investment banking, the path to success is often paved with long hours and personal sacrifices. But what if there was another way? A recent Financial News article suggests that senior women in the industry are doing just that, by efficiently managing …
Surviving the Late Nights: The Reality of Banking Internships Investment banking is a field known for its high stakes and even higher work hours. But what does this mean for those just starting their journey in the industry? In a recent article on eFinancialCareers, an intern shared their experience of working until 3am on their …
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The Early Morning Commute to my Banking Job: A Glimpse into the Life of a Financial Professional As the world sleeps, a unique breed of professionals are already on their way to work. The life of an investment banker is often shrouded in mystery, with tales of long hours and high-stakes deals. But what does …
The Inspiring Journey of a Deutsche Bank MD: Leaving Banking to Save his Son When we think of investment banking, we often picture high-stakes deals, long hours, and relentless pressure. But what happens when a personal crisis forces a top executive to reevaluate their priorities? This is the story of a Deutsche Bank Managing Director …
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Investment Bank Analyst Bonuses: Are They Really Worth It? Every year, the financial world eagerly anticipates the announcement of investment bank analyst bonuses. These bonuses, often seen as a reflection of the industry’s health and prosperity, are a significant part of an analyst’s compensation. But this year, according to eFinancialCareers, the bonuses were… pretty meh. …
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From Global Investment Banker to Hedgehog Guardian: A Tale of Balancing 150 Stray Hedgehogs at a Birmingham Home When we think of investment bankers, we often picture individuals engrossed in the world of finance, dealing with stocks, bonds, and high-stakes negotiations. Rarely do we imagine them as caretakers of stray animals. Yet, one global investment …
Goldman Sachs: A Return to Full-Time Office Work? In a move that has sparked much debate, Goldman Sachs has once again urged its employees to return to the office full-time, five days a week. The banking giant believes that this will boost collaboration and productivity among its workforce. But is this the right move in …
Why Associates at Goldman Sachs Are Opting Out of Office Life As the world of finance continues to evolve, so too do the expectations and desires of those who inhabit it. A recent revelation from an associate at Goldman Sachs has sparked a fascinating discussion about the future of work in investment banking. The associate’s …
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Goldman Sachs Tightens Grip on Five-Day Office Policy: A Strategic Move or a Step Backwards? In a world where flexible working arrangements are becoming the norm, Goldman Sachs seems to be bucking the trend. The investment banking giant has recently implemented stricter enforcement of its five-day office policy, cracking down on staff who flout this …
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I Slept Beneath the Desk at my Banking Internship and Missed out on an Offer In a recent article on eFinancialCareers, a former banking intern shared a rather unconventional experience – sleeping beneath their desk during their internship. This revelation has sparked discussion and raised questions about the demanding nature of investment banking internships, the …