Rapid-Fire Q&A: Restructuring, Relationships, Bonuses, Offers, Regional Offices, the CFA, and Summer Housing

Today we’re going to try something different: I’m going to answer each of your questions in 100 words or less. Why write 500 words when 50 will do?

1) Can you elaborate on restructuring recruiting?

Yes – it’s highly selective and typically limited to the top “banker” schools such as Wharton and Harvard, at least at Blackstone and Lazard. If you want to improve your chances, go to a less well-known restructuring group first (at one of the smaller banks I mentioned) or get some experience in a related field, like restructuring at a Big 4 firm.

Reader Q&A: Relationships Vs. Investment Banking, Accountants Breaking Into Finance, Do You Have Any Jobs For Me?

Let’s jump right in – relationships vs. investment banking, accountants breaking into finance, and even a direct request for jobs.

Relationships Vs. Investment Banking

“I have a question that I don’t believe I’ve seen addressed on your site.

I’m interested in pursuing investment banking, as it sounds like it gives you a lot of good opportunities in the future.

My main concern may seem a bit cheesy, but I’m sure many others share it. If you choose to enter this profession, how and/or when do you finally get the time to get/have/maintain a girlfriend or boyfriend?

Should you just forget about that for your first 2 years as an Analyst, or is it not even realistic when you’re an Associate?”