Investment Banker

Investment Banker

Frank

Los Angeles, CA

Male, 35

“It seemed like a good idea at the time.”

As a liberal arts grad with mountains of debt and molehills of direction, I took an analyst job at a top NYC investment bank. Neck-deep in spreadsheets and working around the clock, I fought to keep my head above water in a sea of brilliant, khaki-clad sociopaths. While the money and education were great, I quickly learned how the finance world really works... and I wanted no part of it. After 9/11, I left for good.

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Last Answer on November 20, 2014

Hi thank you for your time. I'm an 18 year old planning to do investment banking and then private equity if able to. My question is how long does it take to get to the director level and does it put you back down in the ladder if you switch fields?

Asked by Manav over 9 years ago

 

Regarding the IPO process: Is it normal for the founders of the company to step down from their managerial positions at the request of the invest. bk.? Would this effect the IPO in a positive or negative way?

Asked by paulbulzomi@verizon.net over 9 years ago

 

Im a New York college student. Im infatuated with becoming an executive in a company and living that lifestyle (for the love of god, i swore to myself ide own a penthouse one day) and i really DO love business. But my question is, are bsns men happy?

Asked by Avon over 9 years ago

 

Suppose that your company hold shares in a another company whose future profitability you think is likely to decline, but you see that these shares are still being recommended for purchase in the financial press and Stock Brokers. What would you do as a Finance Manager?

Asked by king about 9 years ago

 

Hi I just want to I appreciate what you are doing here . Im a freshman in college & i was wondering how much does working at a boutique bank differ from a bulge ? Are the hour less at a boutique since the pay is lower ?

Asked by Lilton almost 9 years ago

 

Hi there, I am currently studying physics at UCL and wish to go into investment banking after I finish my masters. Is this possible? How realistic are my chances since its not a finance degree.

Asked by Jay almost 9 years ago

 

I am a Junior in high school, and at the moment, my heart is set on the world of finance and banking. College is right around the corner and I don't know if I should pursue a degree in accounting, economics, finance, or mathematics. Thoughts?

Asked by jkp over 8 years ago