Hedge fund work weeks.

Posted on October 8th, 2007 in Career, Finance by Warren

What’s it like working for a big time hedge fund?

Employment contracts mandate the extra-long workweeks. Caterers bring in meals so employees don’t have to leave their desks. And everybody must log into a software program that tracks work hours.

“Nobody’s thinking about compensation,” he said. “You’re in it because of ego, you’re in it because of intellect, you’re in it because your desire to win forces you to.” He works at least six days a week, sometimes seven.”

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More myths about law school.

Posted on October 8th, 2007 in Career by Warren

How come there are no cool careers out there anymore? Here’s some things you should know before falling for law school.

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