Ever wonder how investment banks actually make money? They’re not taking deposits or handing out mortgages. Instead, they’re advising CEOs, underwriting billion-dollar IPOs, and trading everything from corporate bonds to commodities. While your local bank profits from interest on loans, investment banks earn fees, spreads, and performance-based payouts for moving serious capital. In this guide, … Read more
Welcome to the real deal. This isn’t about getting into banking, it’s about what happens after you wear the IB uniform. If you’re here, you’ve landed in banking (or you’re about to), and you want the blunt truth on moving up. Consider this the insider’s playbook to the IB ladder. Key Takeaways Where Investment Bankers … Read more
Coffee Chats Are the First Interview — Treat Them That Way A coffee chat might seem informal — but if you’re aiming for investment banking, it’s your first test. Take it from someone who’s been on both sides of the table: as a nervous student I treated these like casual meetups and paid the price, … Read more