Compass Lexecon LLC Discussions

Anyone ever make the jump from Big4 to BCG? What led you to make the change? How did you pursue it? Do you feel it was worthwhile?

Has anyone booked a trip requiring air travel and hotels/vacation rentals for 2020? Am I a giant dumbass if I do? I will go insane if I don’t leave my city this year and I’d love to get to the beach for at least a few days

What do people really mean when they say “use first principles thinking”?

I’ve googled it and still don’t get it, would appreciate if someone could explain their interpretation

Thoughts on exiting to public finance investment banking? This is distinctly different than pure investment banking, curious to know if any of you 🐠 have exited here and what your experience is like.

Best consulting firms for the retail and CPG industries?

I’ve been in contact with an external candidate for ~2 months (job is 100% travel). I finally extend him an offer today. He calls and says “my travel is limited - i am planning to buy a dog” ... 😐

Can I apply to job based in Vancouver as a US Citizen? I would plan to relocate, but not sure if I'm allowed to apply.

Best consulting firms for PE work (CDD,Value Creation)? Looking for the best firm for exit ops to PE ops eventually. Thanks!

I have a consulting/PE interview on Friday, please recommend consulting books or sites to read. Need to speak consulting language

Anyone know what Novartis PM salaries are? Glassdoor is being weird.

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

I work for a nightmare of a CHRO. 100% bottom-line, 0% empathy. My husband and I decided to move out of state (back to where we are from) with a job lined up. What’s the best way to break this news to the most misogynistic, arrogant and elitist human ever? The concept of “Burning Bridges” is more than welcome.

Hey friends. Recently joined a startup with a heavy reliance on outbound sales strategy. Without a phone number... what are some of your best ways to get meetings booked with prospects?

Our product sells itself, but how do you set yourself apart to get the initial meeting booked?
What mediums do you use with cold outreach that you find most effective?
What copy have you found gets the best ppen/reply rate?

I am not a sales PRO, but I'm also not a newbie. Really just looking for a think-tank.

Best consulting firms (including boutiques) if you want to do product design/development

Hot take. Is FAANG even a thing? Or was Cramer just worried about the acronym if he took out Netflix?

Curious how other companies are position their 2023 December holiday calendar.

Christmas falls on a Monday next year. Is your company observing the Friday before (22nd) as eve? Or are they observing the 26th as day after?

What are the best data privacy certs to aim for? 4 year exp in cyber risk consulting. Want to move to a privacy related role outside the big 4. Should I go for the CDPSE or CIPP or CIPM?

Considering the FRM certification. Those who’ve taken it, how quant heavy is it? I have a compliance risk background and don’t have a deep math or statistics background. However, I want to expand my skillset. Any thoughts?

After COVID crisis how can I get an idea of average salary of Global Sales Director in Dubai vs. cost of living?

Hey new to this field..so what are some certs I should focus on as a newby... and what type of training I should be taking. I've been focusing in trailhead..but if u know of other training mods..lmk.

If the Omicron variant starts another lockdown, I'm just going to become a hermit. No point getting excited about the real world if I'm just going to be forced back into the digital world over and over. Might as well just make my digital experience good.

Any benefits if we complete wings 1 assessment..?

That moment when you realize you did not press Ctrl-s and kept working on your excel sheet for hours 💻 📊

And then.. *drumroll*

it effing CRASHES...!!! #FMFL

🤦🏻‍♂️😖😣😡😤😩😫

What types of threats are your organizations seeing a rise in since COVID-19 and WFH?

Looking for a job in GSK , as a technical Argus safety pharmacovigilance consultant with 9 years of experience. Thanks in advance .

Does anyone at ZS know when we will be finding out our bonuses?

What do fishes know about an alliance management career? How do you get into it? What’s career progression / wlb like?

My passport expired at the end of January. Can I still travel to india if I plan to return by early Jan (before passport expires)? Or does india require 6 months validity on the passport. It’s a US passport FWIW. I don’t have time to renew since it’ll take 3 months!Thanks!

Hi All,

I am looking for a new opportunity on ITSM domain accross India on an immediate basis. Please let me know in case you can extend any help.


Prompt response is appreciated

Hi Fishes,
Timesheet needs to be filled from the DOJ?

Halloween parties in LA? Bars having events, etc

Struggling with ADHD, anxiety and depression and my therapist suggested I might benefit from medication. Anyone with Blue Cross Blue Shield in nyc recommend their psychiatrist?

6 questions:
1-When to buy put contract?
2-When to sell put contract?
3-When to exercise put contract?
4-When to buy call contract?
5-When to sell call contract?
6-When to exercise call contract?

I am an elementary school teacher. My oldest son is feeling drawn to ECE. He loves children, loves to help in vacation bible school, wants to work directly with people to help them. Thoughts?

I am looking for an opportunity in snowflake(sql), power bi.can anyone help me in getting a referral in bosch..yoe: 3yrs