How millionaire bankers actually work, according to a former trader

Gary Stevenson reflects on his early years as a trader, noting, 'I played a card game, and that’s how I got my job at Citibank. It was a very different environment – the kind where some colleagues were caught in a whirlwind of partying and drug use, which contrasted sharply with my focus on trading against the global economy and excelling in my role. I made millions in a complex world, pitting my knowledge against market fluctuations.'

Discussing the culture at Citibank, Gary mentions, 'The atmosphere in London’s Canary Wharf was an intriguing mix of high-stakes decision-making and pressure. There were glitzy bonuses and ruthless competition, yet the arrogance of some traders pushed them to live dangerously. I realized that a profitable mindset often came at a cost, as many became embroiled in a lifestyle that was exhilarating but ultimately unsustainable.'

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