The Wall Street Skinny INDUSTRY S1E1 | Banking vs. Sales and Trading, 100 Hour Week Culture & More!
We've heard your countless requests for a review of HBO Max's hit TV show The Industry, and we are buzzing with excitement about our new favorite show!!!
We go over every single critical detail of Season 1, Episode 1 --- from how accurate the interview questions are, the sights and sounds of the trading floor, lifestyle in Investment Banking, all the jargon, and the mechanics of the ACTUAL TRADES depicted in this episode!!!
This is the most accurate representation of real day-to-day life at an Investment Bank that we've seen on TV or in movies EVER. It is a must-watch series if you're thinking about a Wall Street career.
We break it all down for you: what they get right, what they get wrong, and what details are really winks specially aimed at insiders in the know.
Do not miss our single most requested episode EVER!!!
In this episode covering S1E1, we examine the challenges faced by new analysts joining a major investment bank. We unpack the realities of late-night modeling sessions, the pressure to secure deals, and the competitive nature of the finance industry, as seen through the characters of Harper and Hari. With references to real-life banking practices and the accurate depiction of trading floor dynamics, this episode provides a revealing look at the intense environment of Wall Street.
We follow Harper as she navigates her way through the high-octane world of fixed income sales, getting her first chance to pitch a trade idea at a client dinner. Meanwhile, we see Hari pushing himself to dangerous limits to prove his worth in investment banking. Kristen and Jen discuss how their experiences mirror the show's depiction of complex relationships between junior and senior employees, as well as the nuanced interactions within banking divisions. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the gritty details and cutthroat nature of the financial industry. Tune in for expert analysis and behind-the-scenes stories that bring HBO's Industry to life in a whole new way.
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