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I have some really old expenses that I never got a chance to submit due to hectic engagements and later forgot about them. These are from. 2018-2025. These are conference related flights hotels etc, s… more

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Where do you charge the client dinners for potential clients ? If there isn’t an existing ongoing engagement but you are building a relationship with the client, where do you charge the expenses ?

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How do you manage the non-stop context switching needed to manage 3-4 active clients + 2 BD efforts/pursuits on any given day? Between 4

Please share any tips for a fellow SM struggling with trying to be everywhere for every… more

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SM at 44, feels late in the game. If PPMD will take 5 years, how does looking for an exec position outside of the firm, with the firm’s help, compare to this timeline?

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Where should I start with this SM call?

"Buckle up, we're going to BOOMtown"
"Let's gooooo manifestooooo"

"Cut the consulting speak - what does this mean" (proceeds to fill s… more

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Newer SMs what are tips you have, or some of the hurdles you quickly learned post promo? I am looking for tips to more efficiently lead as SM

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Fianlly.. made it to SM. Now I have to work my ass off. Experienced SMs, how do you manage WLB with all the crazy shit that needs to be dealt with.

Also, Currently at 200K in TC, what can I expect in r… more

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Hi there! Can I please get your opinion? EY-P or Accenture for Management Consulting CFO Strategy / EV?

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Is there an actual SM bowl and can I get an invite? I just got promoted.

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What does the morale feel like across EY consulting groups right now?

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What is the total compensation at managing director level in New York ?

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Looking for thoughts/recommendations, promoted last week to SM and finding it a bit offsetting that some of the SMs I worked with as a Manager tried to 1. derail or block the promotion and 2. are find… more

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Did the EY bowl get deleted?

What do think of the current work climate/culture across EY consulting? I see a lot of fatigue, worry and less than desired morale. Hoping things turn the corner as fall approaches 🙏

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M4 at EY is what level?

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Anyone heard layoff rumors for July/August, with weak sales pipeline compared to past years?

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Spent 15+ years in risk consulting across 2 BIG4 and i don’t want path of PPMD . Did anyone seek EY leadership help to look for industry role at clients. How did it go ? Any good/horror stories

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Lack of progression at SM level is disheartening. It's eating away at my enthusiasm to win and zeal to excel. Absolutely no clarity on when, even if I am in the "list" to make it. Market… more

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Layoff rumors? Anyone…

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Layoffs?…

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Genuine question: What are the main differences in the roles: manager vs. senior manager / engagement manager?

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What are the restrictions for SMs/SDs around interviewing for open vp-level roles at an existing client? And is it trickier if the said opening is within the client engagement team? It’s a non-audit e… more

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Hey everyone, I’m interviewing for SM Role.
My first round round was with a partner yet my technical round is set with a SM (not sure if this is normal) I appreciate your insights 👍

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Hello SM/SD bowl - what are you doing to get your team utilized?

My current clients are on a budget freeze until Sept/Oct which is delaying pursuits I was projected to close this month. Not so worried … more

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Switching from Manager role at KPMG to Senior Manager role role at EY. Will stay within same Field of Play so will be in direct competition. Haven't handed in my notice yet. Managing a project where the clien… more

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Promoted to Sr. Mgr. in mid-year cycle (Jan 2023). Received "met expectations" after three years of being ranked as "strategic contributor" manager. Is this normal? Not surprised b… more

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What are initiatives/ strategies that EY leaders are pursuing that give you hope / motivation that firm will be on upswing once again?

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Are any SMs hearing chatter about our Sales pipeline lagging/slowing down significantly?

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Next wave of layoffs end of year will be resultant from heavy investments companies are making into AI/ automation of white collar/ mid range tech jobs… what are your thoughts / feedback?

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How many have created their own knowledge library (USB, local files, pics) of key knowledge docs, professional IP & SME info while and/ or before leaving their employers? Come on be honest… probab… more

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When will / could things stabilize hear at EY?…

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Is the rumors of another layoff / overcapacity in Oct / Nov for SMS true?… I’m hearing talk among MDs pipeline is very weak…

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Where is the work in the pipeline this year? What tech areas have the most client demand right now? Everything seems very slow all over. Very concerning…

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did the job posting disappear at EY while you are in the middle of interviews? If that happens, do they still continue the interview process?

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Any second year D&A SM’s want to share their base and typical bonus?

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New SM here! On the bench since march. Is this common territory for SM?

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How much salary does EY offer for senior manager hired from outside. do they offer sign on bonus. what is the bonus structure?

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Is the EY bowl disabled? For some reason it won’t authenticate even with the code

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