Technology/IT Consultants

How does one learn more about Data Analytics as a Cybersecurity professional?

I work for a Tier II company and work with the people in data analytics often.

My infrastructure background leads to me know… more

The way of getting a job in the past doesn’t work anymore, you can be passive and do what everyone else does. The only way to win is to be a little aggressive and high agency. Anything less than that … more

I’m on a Salesforce implementation contract through March and began aggressively looking for my next long-term role and networking the first week of November. In just a few weeks of applying and netwo… more

Anyone aware of english speaking positions in Germany in the areas of salesforce/CRM/digital product and platform management/product management (in finance/ banking/financial services/ wealth management)?

Let me know in case,… more

Do you prefer to hear SQL pronounced "sequel" or "S-Q-L" and why?

Has anyone been hired in December, specifically in the weeks before Christmas? I’m still seeing plenty of postings and people sharing open roles on LinkedIn, so it seems like hiring is active. Curious… more

With more than 16 years of experience in IT infrastructure.
I help customers in designing and implementing engineering and architecture projects focused on Microsoft cloud and security solutions.
I have al… more

I'm still pretty green (started consulting last spring), and I'm not sure if I should be doubling down on one area or getting exposure to everything I can. Did specializing early help your car… more

I'm job searching and networking hard right now...can I still send emails and Linkedln DMs on Monday and Tuesday next week? Like are most people still gonna be at work? Or is it not considerate to… more

When networking or following up after submitting an application, have you found it more effective to reach out directly to the hiring manager or members of the team you’re applying to—rather than trying to track … more

I left my corporate job 18 months ago for the "freedom" of consulting. Now I'm billing 50+ hours a week and checking Slack at midnight. The flexibility I wanted feels like a myth. For th… more

When a male colleague gets direct feedback, it’s called leadership development. When I get the same feedback, it’s framed as tone management or softening my approach. It’s wild how the same behavior i… more

Hello everyone, I'm interested in developing an offering for the Microsoft marketplace, but I have no experience. I seek guidance on what to include, considering the Defender Suite and Microsoft S… more

Part 2: I have seen this destroy good teams over and over again. This is if you have no control over getting assigned a client. If its up to someone else and there is a required billable percentage sa… more

Part1: Fellow Tech Consultants. I was reviewing some of the posts here and see the same issues and concerns that have been ongoing for decades. I have 25+ years of experience in the tech consulting … more

For the past 6 months, I've been consulting from different cities each month, and now I'm struggling to find any rhythm. Just when I get settled somewhere, I'm moving again. What tips do y… more

Any recommended AI tool to practice for interviews?

My firm just rolled out a new metric called utilization efficiency. It's basically tracking how profitable we are per billable hour. Now everyone’s cutting corners just to look efficient on paper.… more

Honestly, I think work-life balance in consulting is a myth we tell ourselves so we feel better about working weekends. Every time I think I’ve found balance, a new client crisis drops out of the sky … more

Looking to apply for a role in another state. How (and where) do I incorporate my willingness to relocate into my resume?

A partner on my project keeps promising the client features we absolutely cannot deliver either due to budget, timeline, or reality. Then we’re the ones scrambling to make it work, duct tape and mirac… more

Here's a promotion to Senior Consultant! By the way, it doesn't come with a raise. Also, what a great year you've had! You've exceeded our expectations but I'm giving you a "M… more

I’ve noticed people who speak up first in meetings get way more recognition than the folks actually doing the heavy lifting behind the scenes. Someone throws out a half-baked idea, leadership nods lik… more

How have you applied your extensive experience with SAP and data management to analyze datasets and develop reporting tools or key performance metrics?

Might get a contingent offer for a role contingent upon a contract award. It's with a well known gov-contracting firm, and they're interviewing and giving offers in anticipation of the award n… more

Why would someone respond with "Tentative" to an OOO calendar invite? This is a required procedure among our team and I'm often in meetings with this person. I verified the Outlook invit… more

Any insight on Deloitte’s digital controllership practice? Is this more ERP implementations or accounting advisory? Any insight into the travel as well would be much appreciated.

I was only at my last consulting job (gov contractor) for 8 months before being let go due to shifting priorities and reduced resources at my firm, following DOGE-related policy cuts. I was offered a … more

Am I not getting interviews because I’m not attaching cover letters for roles that give you the option to attach additional documents but don’t specifically require or ask for a cover letter? I’ve alw… more

Are you including a 2–3 sentence resume summary at the top of your resume? I’m wondering if I should add one since I’m trying to move from management into consulting and applying for industry roles. W… more

What happens to the older versions of your resume when you apply multiple times to the same company? For instance, if you’ve applied to Deloitte several times over the past few years and updated your … more

I just received an offer from Apple and I wanted to understand what their corporate AI policy is. Can anyone comment on this? I find these tools extremely helpful and I would be very hesitant to join … more

Some of my favorite coworkers have left consulting for startups, and honestly, they seem happier. They make less money, sure, but they have creative freedom and no client churn. Meanwhile, I’m billing… more