Behavioral & Fit
An interviewer says: 'You know the hours are brutal — 80 to 100 a week. Why still banking?' How do you respond?
Model answer
Don't downplay or pretend you love the hours. Acknowledge the reality honestly, then show you've made an informed choice: you've spoken to analysts, understand what the lifestyle entails, and accept…
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