B-Reel Discussions

I am in the process of finishing up my MBA but considering also getting my SPHR or PHR cert. Is it even worth it or a waste of time and money?

Looking to get back into SaaS sales after a few year hiatus. Any tips or recommendations to ramp myself back into SaaS sales? Any podcast or books, etc?

Thoughts on Martin as it is now?

Microdosing while WFH: Stories, advice, warnings?

How do you handle people’s kids showing up on video meetings? Screaming, kicking, hamming it up, (wasting time.) Everyone else is coo-ing…I’m not a kids person. Heard a technique which is to drop off the call bc you “assume the call is over” (which seems like a great way to get fired especially if it’s a way higher up’s kids - plus it feels rather passive aggressive.) Thoughts?

I’m looking for some new things to read or listen to — doesn’t need to be ad-related. Books, podcasts, whaddya got?
I’m not really into fiction, but open to anything. Last books I enjoyed were Junior and Moonwalking with Einstein, last podcast I binged was Startup (Gimlet).

Do y’all dare me to negotiate an NFT purchase as part of my offer

Is it wrong for HR to incentivize employees to attend a black history month presentation at the office with a Black Panther movie ticket raffle? 🤨

10 years sales experience selling eyewear to eye doctors. If I were to transition to tech would I have to start as a BDM? I think that would be a pay cut for me. Thanks

Do other ladies on here ever have days when they dress up for work with no good reason just to see how people will react?

Is Preacher a good place to work? How’s work/life? Culture?

Touch week at SapFish. Anyone impacted?

What programs do my fellow HR managers recommend as far as personality assessments for hiring ?

Do you still implement reference checks (on top of background checks)? I’m not convinced of the value add to the selection process and it takes a lot of time and resources

Honest question for the Art Directors. Do you use InDesign or Keynote to make decks?

Anyone have a recommendation for books or resources on upping my sales game? Open to in person class, online class, books, etc!

Does anyone have the link to the Google doc with salaries for the industry that was floating around about a year ago?

Anyone else here looking to make a switch into healthcare (physician, nurse, etc)?

How to move into executive leadership? I’m a mid-40s former MBBer with, I think, an impressive and diverse resume. I think I’m suitable for an executive leadership role, but unsure about how to pursue one. Any suggestions? Career coach? Headhunters? Cold “calls”? Thanks!

I have over 12 years in B2B sales/sales management experience along with a graduate degree. I am wanting to shift gears and I am at a point where I can invest time in myself to learn through practical experience. The new industry I am wanting to pursue is real estate investment. I have read all the books but want some hands on experience on the property management side. How could I best leverage my skills for a role in this, and what should my expectations be for negotiation in compensation?

How was everyone’s FY19 bonus? FY20 outlook?

Had interview rounds with client, director, partner however no round with HR but today got a mail for documents. Can i expect HR round now?

I’m thinking of applying for a sales role at Salesforce, but there are so many roles that meet my experience. I don’t want to apply for a bunch of positions, and no one is replying to me for a conversation on LinkedIn. Would anyone here be willing to give me some advice/guidance?

How does the KPMG annual performance reviews work? At what month are the reviews done?

Anyone feel a 6 month safety net isn’t adequate enough for the recession we’re going through? I just fully funded my 6 month goal and need to figure out how much I contribute to 401k

What are the best investment books or authors for beginners? What are the best podcasts, YouTube channels or bloggers to follow? What are your favorite stock trading platforms? And if you finally have six figures cash ready to invest, what's the best place to start? Which broker / financial advisor would you recommend? This is only for 3-5 years to ultimately buy a decent home for my family.

I'm clearly a dummy so any help is greatly appreciated.

Hello,

I have got an offer from persistent systems and salary discussion is in progress.

I am going to be placed in some cloud BU. In which they are going to give training and allocate in projects which requires cloud expertise.

Any idea about that Unit?

Yoe - 6
Tech stack - .net + azure

Anybody have any idea about interview process of persistent for the post of Salesforce Developer like what type of questions they may ask I have an interview tomorrow

I have an investment idea. Would be great for banks and investors to speculate, but it involves creating a market for the product. Who should I approach first banks or investors?

Very curious to get folks' perspectives on having kids at 30 vs. 35 vs. 40? Context: I'm 27 and am leaning towards 35ish age range for first kid.

Do you ever find this industry to be superficial? I mean, I've made some great connections along the way, but a lot of the culture is just not for me. People seem to care about the wrong things

Hi, all since for 6 months. From Bangalore, I am looking for a new opportunity. and I am carrying an experience of 2.7yrs in cognizant technology solutions as a senior process executive in US healthcare process medical claims  and I did graduation in B.com with some professional courses ( SAP FICO) please assist me to seek a job and kindly waiting for response.

How do people stick with this thankless gig...awful

Hey Media Fish - any recommendations on a tool that helps validate media mix (how much to spend with who)