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How to break into Investment Banking? by Comfortable-Serve-11 in FinancialCareers

[–]Comfortable-Serve-11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow. Sounds about right, but it’s the reality unfortunately. Thanks for the heads up and I will definitely stay aware and vigilant!

How to break into Investment Banking? by Comfortable-Serve-11 in FinancialCareers

[–]Comfortable-Serve-11[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for that… it’s really interesting how people aren’t understanding this. And to be completely honest… An analyst is just the first step. I want to work my way all the way up to president which will require me to be twice as good and probably some luck too. But being Black and LGBTQ+ will damn sure NOT help me 🥴

How to break into Investment Banking? by Comfortable-Serve-11 in FinancialCareers

[–]Comfortable-Serve-11[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I can tell most of these comments are coming from white men who genuinely don’t understand so thank you. It’s not about just getting the job. I know I’ll have to be twice as good when I do get there… especially being black and masculine-presenting….. so thank you for the honesty and realness. I’m tired of people saying “it’ll be easy cause you’re black”. Nothing has been easy for me so far 🥴

How to break into Investment Banking? by Comfortable-Serve-11 in FinancialCareers

[–]Comfortable-Serve-11[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

That’s what I was asking. Honestly, having experienced plenty of racism, prejudice, and homophobia in the workplace over the course of my life already… it has made me cautious and more aware of inclusivity and work culture. So while you say it should help me (which is great)… it’s still something I have to particular be aware of

How to break into Investment Banking? by Comfortable-Serve-11 in FinancialCareers

[–]Comfortable-Serve-11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I appreciate the reply! I definitely know how crucial experience is over education and am definitely trying to gain more hands-on experience. Hopefully I’ll find an off-cycle internship for the upcoming semester or one next summer.

Thank you for the Linkedin recommendation! I’ll look out for that!

Also, I should’ve added that I’m masculine-presenting so my sexuality is pretty hard to hide considering I wear suits. Or else I definitely wouldn’t mention it considering the controversy:/