Craig Coben, a former senior investment banker, shares his firsthand experiences of the relentless 100-hour work weeks prevalent in investment banking. Suzi Ring, the FT’s legal correspondent, dives into the unforgiving culture of London law firms, where client satisfaction takes precedence over work-life balance. They discuss why simply hiring more staff won’t ease the burden and the evolving landscape of flexible work arrangements. Together, they explore the lasting impact of the pandemic on these demanding industries.