Big 4 Discussions
Layoffs

Shall I disclose reason for leaving a firm during my initial call with a recruiter from said firm, if I was laid off? Are they privy to that information. Ironically being recruited by that same firm

How did your agency handle layoffs? All-agency meeting before they started? After they ended? Both?

Kinda sorta trying to predict if I’m losing my job tomorrow.

Heard BCG laid off quite a few people this summer. Is this true?

Curious is anybody seeing layoffs in consulting? How busy are your cyber practices?

I'm thinking I won't be getting promoted if not laid off at the end Q2 or sooner. What are some good exit ops for an associate with 2 yoe in tech consulting? Exp in Cloud, PMO, IT Risk, and SoD.

What are some concrete reasons why someone in consulting would be fired, other than the obvious stupid things?

Do you think it is quite possible to get fired by asking too many questions as an experienced senior 1? If so, i might get fired after this busy season.

Horrible anxiety about considering a new job....
I was one of the big firm stealth layoffs in covid and joined a boutique firm in Sept. They came sort of close to matching my salary but I moved to SoCal and have an opportunity to jump back in to big law and get $100k raise. The people at the small firm are so nice, but hours are nuts and if I’m going to work this much, I might as well get paid more, right? Is it too soon? How do you tell them when the managing partner took you under his wing?

EY fish - when you are laid off, is it immediate the day you're told or do you get a little warning?

If you got fired today would you have a Bach up plan? What would it be?

PPEDs: Just found out that a Partner, who was promoted in 2017, was fired. IDK the circumstances. What can they expect to walk away with besides 401k & normal pension plan?

Layoffs at Walmart corporate 😬😬

Do you "work" other than transition or KT after you are told you're being laid off? Just curious what level of work I should provide til my last day.

If you get laid off when you’re in the middle of an interview process elsewhere, do you tell the prospective employer?

Accenture CEO said on earnings call that accelerated performance cycle will help manage low performers at greater pace if need to pull levers.
More layoffs are incoming soon.

About last layoffs, we didn't do any layoffs it's cost adjustments mostly in operation centers and restructure due new growth model. 🤷‍♂️

So I was laid off. Is it okay to talk about it at my next job interview? Feels like everyone knows anyway.

I hear Grant Thornton has been doing more layoffs? We need staff (associates, seniors, managers) in forensics / disputes and investigations in SF if anyone is looking to make a move! Message me

All these layoffs reminding me that loyalty is dead

We have a big project going on and I am the only point person(initiate it, did lot of work, and knows the deets well), seems like my mgr wants to get a headcount. But I want to use this opportunity to get promoted, how can I get this across? Mgr is new(they fired my old mgr), mgr’s mgr is new too(re-org). So not sure if I should/can make a case, or how.

How do I invest in ETHOS?

I have recently given interview at Microsoft.
HR provided the feedback as I am not rejected bit not fit for the role so they have put me in talent plus pool. What should I expect next and does this mean that I may get the offer ?

I m doing leet code problem solving practice since last two months to crack coding interview however I feel it is hard to solve medium and hard category problem most of time . Is anyone else faced similar issue and able to overcome by following tutorial or course ? Any kind of leads to overcome this Issue will be helpful . TIA

I am a 2nd year associate at a plaintiff’s firm specializing in toxic tort cases (individual). I’ve had the opportunity to be third chair on a trial, and will likely be second chair in an upcoming trial. However, given the track record of the firm and the amount of money at stake in each case, I am afraid I won’t get any first chair experience, if any, for at least another 5-7 years. I am considering staying at the firm but trying to get trial experience through side Pro Bono work. Thoughts?

When you thought your flight would be cancelled but turn out to be one of the few that leave. 600 flights to Houston cancelled and yours leaves. Bummer!

Hello recruiters! How do you feel about people reaching out to you directly on LinkedIn?

I am a 15+ yr digital marketing/comms guy trying to be proactive about my next job without being weird. There are a few companies I would LOVE to work for and frankly just want to tell them.

I’ll post a draft note of what I was thinking in the comments so you get a sense of how I would approach this.

thanks in advance for any advice.

Hi all.

Please suggest on the below:

YOE- 2.8YEARS
TECH SKILLS- .NET
CURRENT OFFER-10 LPA

What should be a good number to ask PWC india as an EXPECTED CTC?

Please suggest on this

I’m totally empathetic to people that miss offices and traveling. I understand your reasons why, I truly do.

For me personally, after non-stop weekly travel for 4 straight years, not traveling has made me realize how much I enjoy being home. Spending time with family, sleeping in your own bed, consistent exercise schedule, etc.

I for one hope consulting becomes more of a hybrid travel model (i.e. travel 1-2x per month or as needed). Else it won’t be for me.

Anyways, just some thoughts.

Is the saying “man of the house” sexist?

Thoughts on XRP as a medium term (high risk) play? Seems like a lot of momentum behind it now it has the SEC ruling

Hey 🐠. When do y'all actually hear back regarding the H1B lottery? Is it generally by the notification date (March 31st this year) or a week after from the company? This is my first (and last) H1B attempt. Thanks!

I’m starting at VMLY&R on account side and was asked if I want a PC or Mac. Not trying to be the odd one out - what do most account folks have?

I and my boyfriend have been dating over a year now. Our relationship in general is pretty smooth and sweet. The only problem is he has not come out to his parents yet. It was not an issue before the pandemic thing since we were just living in the city, being in our own bubble. But Covid happened and he moved back to stay with his dad. Since he is not out, he can’t pick up the phone call whenever I call him, he can’t tell his parents he is dating someone in the city. Cont.

How does one get on at a family office?

Anyone have recommendations for solid couples massages? Want to treat my SO to a pamper day from a legit place that knows what they’re doing since she has back problems

How to leverage personal connections for personal gain?

I am a 2nd year and my spouse is a higher up in engineering in big tech. He has some (but not a lot of) sway in outside counsel and could make some intros to in house counsel.

My firm will gladly use my connections for their own gain, so I’m making sure that if/when this situation comes, I take full advantage of it.

Looking for tips on short term and long term strategy.

Has anyone taken the online assessment to work at AWS. I was called by a recruiter and he sent me this assessment that needs to done within 7 days. What should I expect?