The Hackett Group Discussions

It's funny to me when people don't join calls when it's led by a junior staff (me). Like who do you think has the partner's ear when he wants to know who has been participating 🙄

Top consulting firms in the Aerospace / Aviation,l or Defense / Intelligence spaces? Looking for business or tech strategy jobs here

Would any delta club members like to spare a drink for my birthday flight

Cleared the Partner round at Deloitte and moved on to HR round.

Any tips for prep ?

If you are looking for a referral in EY. Please DM. We have multiple openings.

So I was a 5th year associate in nyc making 100 k a year 2k billable hours.. I decided to leave for the role Im in now.. my old countered to keep me at 115k (which was like pulling teeth for them) but I left anyways now I find out that they offered a 7th year 150 k and a partner title should I be offended that they didn’t even try more with me

Clawback clause in current contract: been in role for over 2 yrs, it was an internal move that required relocation. Relocation was approved shortly after (over 2 yrs ago) but covid meant the actual move and start of my contract with new subsidiary was delayed, I was paid by the previous subsidiary meanwhile. I got small relocation package. Would internal move be subject to a buy-out/clawback clause if I leave now and if yes, is it time in role or time under new contract? Any experience? Thanks!

Do you ever buy bottles to hold/age them and resell?

What would you do if you didn’t need money? I have a fair amount coming one day and don’t actually need to work to live a good life (middle / upper-middle class). I work because of this vague notion of “ambition” and because everyone I grew up around is highly competitive and hard driving. I just feel unhappy so often and am wondering what this is all leading to. Scared I’m wasting my life being unhappy / in turmoil cause it’s what my culture wants me to do.

Is it totally weird to request another meeting after getting a job offer to make sure it's a right fit? 🤔

I've noticed that sometimes I still have lingering questions. ❔

I've been burnt out by toxic work environments, so I don't want to make another mistake. 🙄

How would you handle this logistics of this meeting? (Timing - after the offer but with time before you start? How to phrase the reason why?)

Thanks! 🔅☺️

What is the Wharton HCM interview like? I already had a discussion with June in the summer and got all my questions answered. Is this interview any different?

How much max salary can I negotiate in Capegemini for Consultant position in Pune location
Having 2.7 YOE

What is the worst reaction you’ve had after giving your notice? I just gave notice and I have never had a boss that tried as hard to make me change my mind as this one. Offered me basically anything I wanted.

Anyone work for Southwest Corporate? Can you describe your experience? It seems like a great culture.

What is an average salary of senior BA?

Fam based in NYC - what grocery store delivery services do you use? I just spent the past 1.5 hours in the grocery store wandering around aimlessly. Not the best use of my time.

Do you guys ever run media for your own businesses?

My fiancé and I are first time home buyers (both 28 yo) and would like to know what makes more sense: buying an expensive home or buying a lower cost one. Our combined income is around 400K but since we just began working post school, our savings are only $70K right now (also 30K in student loan debt). We’re buying in a high property tax state where taxes could be 4% (think 12K taxes on 600K home). Should we get a 500K house or get a 800K - 900K (which represents most I’m willing to spend)

Hi fishes, any openings for SAP consultant in American Express in India

Taking an informal survey how many firms (I) have the junior and midlevel summer associates plan the bulk of the summer events (lunches but also evening events) and (ii) count time spent on the summer program as qualified billable work (in that partners see how much you bill to it on your time sheet)?

Anyone a manager? I’m recently diagnosed (26F) and I can’t help but beat myself up everytime I fall short of my to do list. Makes me feel like a huge disservice to my team. I’ve been trying vitamin D and working out, but it makes my “highs” and “low” SO extreme. The simplest things are so complex in my mind.

If anyone feels similar, how do you manage these feelings? I’m personally considering switching to an individual contributor role, but can’t help but feel like a disappointment if I do.

One year of experience at PA, is it possible to switch to management consulting? Will I start from the entry level just like the new graduates?

How’s everyone doing?

Hey All, I am new to this bowl. I am interviewing for Client Consulting Analyst position for the NYC office. Can anyone kindly guide me what to expect in the interview rounds?
Thank you 🙏

Hi everyone,

I have received an online assessment from Accenture for selenium Automation Testing.
Any one has any idea what sort of questions are asked. It will be really helpful.

Thanks in advance

PWC phone question - started at pwc last month from a non b4 firm. If I order a new phone off the if pwc website, can I switch it with another phone? My current phone is about to die so I was...

Hey Fishes, I feel the RTO policy in not getting enforced rather it is getting imposed it seems (in ZS across offices). Suddenly from being employee centric they have shifted their focus to ZS culture and values. Let the thoughts pour in!

A recruiter just reached out with an opportunity and I got excited. Turned out to be for a company I left two jobs ago after less than a year because it was so toxic the partners laughed when...

How unprofessional is it to accept an offer and back out before your start date?

Hi,
I'm thinking of changing my career to data analytics. What course should I be doing?

Any B4 IAM consultants make the move to Accenture? How is the talent experience (employee apps for time & expense, expense/travel policies, well being subsidy, stock options, etc) compared to what you’d find at D or EY? How do you find the quality of projects, and your role as a SC (which I understand is just “Consultant” at Accenture)? Worth making the jump or do you miss B4 life?

Anyone have an objection to me pretty much running my timer nonstop on the day a deal closes as a junior associate? It seems fair to me

People worrying today should read books on trading psychology! Not being patronizing- it will help you in the future, not just for investments but for doing better in life!

HELP!
If I sell a mutual fund (aciex) to buy an etf (splg) in my Roth IRA account, do I have to pay tax on the sale when filing next year? How does this work? TIA!

Any good book recommendations for profitability and performance management for banking industry? Or books on best practices for calculating economic capital?