Andrew recently contributed to EFinancial Careers’ piece on Morgan Stanley’s decision to re-hire former employees. An interesting piece on the benefits and pitfalls of going back to a prior employer, with fresh perspective.
In the news: eight phrases not to use with your investment banking boss
Whether negotiating a pay rise or simply trying to make a strong impression, there are certain phrases that may not go down too well with investment banking in the current climate.
Andrew was recently asked what he would recommend candidates and employees to avoid, and his answer was not to over-claim being “the expert”. In a changing environment, expertise can quickly become obsolete. Adaptability is more highly valued.
In the news: quitting your investment banking job gracefully
As we rub up against the personalities of those we work with and the flaws they demonstrate, it’s common to fantasise about leaving a role or a company in dramatic style. In cut-throat environments and high-risk cultures, drama can be oh-so tempting.
But there’s another way that can be much more beneficial in the long-term. Andrew recently contributed to an article on EFinancial Careers all about how to create an exit strategy that doesn’t come back to bite you.