»May 29, 2008: Help!!! How long does it take for a company to make a hiring decision?
So I am currently waiting on three different jobs that I have interviewed for. One (boutique investment bank) told me that it may take a month or so before a decision is made (it has been over six months, but I attribute part of this to the market turning south and the company being a bit unsure of the future), the second (major consulting firm) told me they would definitely contact me in thre... ... (MORE)
)»May 7, 2008: How much does a firm's name matter to my success?
So I have recently interviewed with two banks (one huge and the other small) for positions in their Economics and Investment Strategy groups and could potentially receive two offers. One bank is a short distance from where I live, but is going thru some tough times and has even laid off some people. It has a recognized name, but not bulge bracket by any means. The other position would eventu... ... (MORE)
