Annex88 Discussions

If money were no object, what career would you have instead of consulting?

I am increasingly more dissatisfied each day working at my current company and of course I used that energy to apply for jobs. The process of hating my job and applying for a new job is so exhausting. I want to just quit my job right now and hope I get a job offer soon but I don’t like the idea of me being unemployed. I have been applying for jobs for about 2 months now with no luck. What is your advice to become mentally stronger in the job search process?

How many people would use an anonymous therapy service if covered through your work benefits?

I’m an A2 in audit at a midtier (BDO/RSM/GT). Eventually want to make the move to Big 4. Should I be applying now or wait until senior promo? Some background if it matters: I didn’t get promo’d to senior for August 2022 - I joined the firm in Fall 2021 as an A2 (I have one year and a half working in industry). Thus I have only completed one busy season so far. I’ve been staffed on a mix of pubco and large private engagements, some where I acted more as staff and others more as the in-charge

Can someone give me an input as to why people don’t want to stick it out in big 4 anymore?? I understand the whole “underpaid and overworked” argument but I feel if your on a good engagement team with appropriate support it’s really not that bad.. would love some input though. Is it really worth sticking it out till manager still? Is it better to jump ship early on? Let’s debate!

Anyone here purchase long term care insurance?

What is the most increase you ever negotiated after an initial offer? i.e initial offer was $XX or % and you negotiated to $XXX

Anybody have an recommendations for a place to get your shoes re-soled in DC?

Am I the only one who voted for both democratic and republican candidates? Do most people just vote every candidate for one party?

I use timers to keep track of my billable hours, but many senior associates and partners have told me that they just estimate their time. What’s the best method? How do you even accurately estimate?

Anyone work at VMLY&R? What’s work life balance like…? This would be on K&C account

Advice needed:
My company’s performance review period is going on. Direct reports do a performance review for their direct managers, and that review is then viewed by the manager, but is anonymous. I really have been struggling with my manager as they really micromanage and hover over a lot of my work. *I am also their only direct report.*
I am unsure how to be honest on my feedback/manager review as they are clearly going to know it was me, since I am the only one they manage.

What do you do when you like the work but you hate the routine? getting up the same hour commuting to work, being on a computer for hours. Wash Rinse Repeat. I feel like it's slowly killing my spirit.

I feel like I can’t do anything right for this one partner. Anyone else experience this?

Those who moved from selling to managing a team - how did you evaluate if the switch was right for you and which role did you find you enjoyed more? Being asked to consider the switch & I’m a unsure.

Any recommendations on movers in Chicago? Need 2-3 guys to unload a moving truck.

I just wanna point out, the person who promised to post photos of their limited edition CPB Nikes they were supposedly going to give away never did

I am almost done with my student loan!!! Kept the last $800 to be paid next month, for the sake of nostalgia! Lol

Anyone waiting for vanderbilt this week?

Bi and poly teacher, and I am grateful that my admins are accepting of both. Wondering if you are "out" at work, and/or how your school supports the community for both staff and students.

What are the exit opportunities in industry for big 4 ITS by level? (i.e. Senior, Manager, Sr. Manager, Director?)

To all the new joiners, what would you like to see accomplished here?

Anyone here recommend a good laser hair removal device safe for your face? I used to go in every few months to get laser treatments but now looking to do it at home

What are some of the highest paying non-FAANG companies for L4 Product Managers? Looking for recent insight outside of LevelsFYI

Any freelance agency producers increasing their day rate for the purpose of “hazard pay” if the gig requires being on set?

What’s everyone doing today 🤨

If anyone would like a referral to Guidehouse I’d be happy to help!

Hi guys! So I am applying for an internship and for the second part of the process I got asked this question “Scenario: It has come to your attention that two developers are not seeing eye to eye on a project and the development process has stalled.
What are some things you could do to help aid in the resolution and continuation of the project? And how you you avoid it in the future?” I think its all about communication. What do you all think?

Are TCS’s salaries as high as I hear rumors of?

My manager is driving me nuts. He micromanages me everyday and I’m so tired of it. I’m expressed numerous times that I’m not okay with him doing it to just me. Every time we go into the office he tells me that he wants to sit by me to “monitor” me. He calls me out in meetings and monitors everything that I do. I’m great with my metrics and my job. I don’t understand it

Hi! Looking for a fully remote role in fintech or a larger/global established organization after working in government for 12 years. Over 10 years as an HRBP/Sr and 2 years in a leadership role. Have my PHR/SHRM-CP and CCP. Love comp but my experience is limited to a smaller organization (500). Have applied to many roles but struggling to even get interviews.

Anyone have any leads on any open Project Manager roles that are 100% remote? Looking for a change of pace - Thanks 🙏

Hi Fishes,

Does anyone know what is GCM level-5 designation corresponds to in Atos. Is this appropriate designation for a 6 yrs experienced dba professional?