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Which bonus structure will suit you best & how do you get it?

The 3 Major Bonus Structures You Need To Know

It is time to discuss the bonus structure that firms are offering. This is a continuation from last ...
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The prospective new hire must consider which direction they prefer: bulge bracket vs regional based firm.

Competing Offers 101: Bulge Bracket Vs. Regional Firm

I want to address how you choose between two competing offers for public finance bankers.  Similar questions can ...
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Are you too busy with business to consider making a move as a senior banker and bond counsels? That's the time that you should be conversing about your options. Here's what to know.

Don’t Be Too Busy Working To Think About Making A Move

Last week we looked at the junior banker and analyst and how they went about communicating with a ...
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The candidate's driving force must be made clear to their recruiter. This means the candidate must start by being honest with themselves.

To The Young Public Finance Professionals: Be Honest With Yourself

Recently I have seen a new trend with junior bankers and analysts that may be surprising to you.  ...
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The experienced recruiter will help you in these concluding parts of the hiring process.

What A Recruiter Really Does: Part 3

An Experienced Recruiter Offers Insight Regarding Compensation, Onboarding & Resignation Last week we briefly touched upon the topic ...
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With a recruiter involved, the candidate and the company will have a smoother interview and potential hiring process.

What A Recruiter Really Does: Part 2

The Candidate And The Company: What To Expect After The Initial Interview Process In this three-part series, last ...
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What does a qualified recruiter really do?

What A Recruiter Really Does: Part 1

What does a qualified recruiter really do? The simple answer to that question is we get people hired.  ...
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What does it mean when a prospective employer or prospective employee says "no"? Here are some possibilities.

“No” Does Not Always Mean No: It Could Simply Mean “Not Now”

When looking at trends recently, I have noticed one regarding what a “no” really means. Previously, a “no” ...
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The candidate may want to know what questions are asked in reference checks and common first-time interview questions.

Questions For Reference Checks & First Time Interviews

Last week I promised that I would continue with the questions that we use when we are doing ...
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Here's what you should know about your reference check and who is handling it within the interview & hiring process.

The Reference Check: How They Are Different

One of the trends that has changed drastically over the last three to five years is the reference ...
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If you are re-entering the public finance industry, you must create the right executive summary that fits your future career path.

Re-Entering The Public Finance Industry: The Right Executive Summary

As many of my readers are aware, I look at trends that are occurring in the field of ...
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What's more important? The name of the firm or the opportunity and future of the firm?

The Importance Of The Story Vs. The Name Of The Firm

Continuing with the theme of new firms reaching out to us, I must share an observation that will ...
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