Career Crossroads
Robert shares his struggle with disillusionment in investment banking, highlighting the pressure and lack of intellectual stimulation in the field. Scott reflects on his own experiences, emphasizing the disconnect between expectations and reality in high-stress jobs. As Robert contemplates a transformative journey, the conversation dives into the challenges of finding meaningful work and the allure of exploring new paths.In this clip
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Investment banking is a very stressful job that requires one to work upwards of 100 hours a week, often in the middle of the night, and sometimes multiple days without sleep.
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I am starting a job in investment banking that requires me to work 80-100 unpredictable hours a week. Do you have any advice on how to manage my sleep in such a demanding schedule?