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  • I can think of some bulge bracket MDs who I’m sure have dreamt of dishing out a spot of corporal punishment to discipline wayward juniors. For them, however, the idea is just that — an idea that would never see the light of day.
  • Conferences are supposed to be fun, especially if you’re an invited guest, which usually leads to a perfect concoction of free booze, food and five star accommodation. Unfortunately that wasn't the case on my recent trip to Beijing — quite the opposite in fact.
  • Back in the day, us bankers would go to any lengths to win new business. Marathon drinking sessions with issuers – check. A promise of internships to their nieces, nephews or neighbours – check that off too. But while such enticements have now been severely curtailed, a friend surprised me with his latest adventure.
  • I was never a fan of banking conferences. I certainly enjoyed a day away from my screens, but I did not like being among a multitude of people bustling around in a tiny space. One of my friends endured one such quintessential Hong Kong experience on a recent visit.
  • I know desperate times call for desperate measures, but one can only go so far in dumbing down one’s standards.
  • For some, the fun in travelling is who you are with. For others, it’s a whole different story.