Duke University Discussions

I want to go to Japan and Hong Kong for 2 weeks in September with my husband but don't have time to research places to stay and visit. Any suggestions?

Is now a good time to get some #SNAP?

Today's one of those rare days where I thought "this job isn't that bad." But maybe because it's Friday

I saw some sales managers discussing hiring strategies, especially for entry level roles (e.g. SDR, BDR).

One strategy that came up was having the applicant do 90 minutes of cold calling into real prospects with the hiring manager coaching.

What do you think of this approach? Would be curious to hear from both hiring manager perspectives and from candidate perspectives.

Any book recommendations for someone looking to get into a Product Owner / Manager role?

For new hire who’s struggling, will going back to office actually makes things better and easier?

Left consulting two months ago after 5 years at Big4/ACN. Life could not be better. There ARE better ways to live!

IAH 🐟: Security in B is shut down. They are forcing everybody to C for now.

Commercial vs Public sector/Federal Consulting within the Big 4 or MBB. Differences in culture, types of work, wlb, exit opportunities, etc

Hi everyone! I am working with my HR to improve our maternity/paternity leave policy. Currently I only get 2 weeks fully paid and then an additional 8-12 weeks at 60% pay (short term disability). I need some examples of companies with less than 100 employees and what your maternity/paternity policy is. Please include company name! Thanks!!!

Finally on the bench this week but still woke up at 5am with the fly day panic attacks. Whyyyyyy???!!

Any book recommendations about human psychology / thought processes?

Completely burnt out. I've been on high burn engagements, but this is different. It's not the hours but just working in a constant state of disruption. Any tips on how to keep going forward

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.

Korn Ferry, Russell Reynolds or Heidrick & Struggles? Which one is better and why?

I’ve been on the bench with less than 10% utilization for 3wks now. I’m a first year and the past month has been slower with not many new projects coming in. I do see a few new projects come in every week but I’m not getting staffed on them. Should I be worried? Should I ask my PM if I should be worried? We’re in a pretty small group less than 20 people

What’s your expected bonus this year vs last year? can be % or just actual amounts i’m curious to see how much worse/better things have been this year

Have you ever taken a career slow down? I am feeling burnt out from COVID and the incremental responsibilities thrown my way over the last 5+ years. I feel like my health has deteriorated. I like my company, but I want to do less. I don’t need to be a HR Director, CHRO, etc. With a career slowdown, I am prepared for a lower compensation and would want decent benefits. Any lessons learned or success stories about career slowdowns?

Best books on leadership and sales skills?

My law school experience has built heavily around bankruptcy and tax. I’ve been interested in pursuing a tax LLM. Doing corporate bankruptcy now. Admittedly I like both fields. Can anyone share some insight and/or advice for pursuing the LLM?

2nd year SC with consistent 1 or 2 (top) ratings, and 5 yrs experience in digital / CX. I've decided I need a change - what can comp I expect in NYC at other big 4s? Anyone care to refer me? 🙏

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Do you know what is the worst and heart burning job in this IT world????

Being a HR earning peanuts and giving every Tom ,Dick and Harry 20 plus offer letters .....need to know actual HRs opinion on this ?

How to follow up with HR if the offer letter hasn't rolled out yet?I asked once but HR said "Will Call" and its been more than 10 days?Is it advisable to follow up again?

Any recommendations on a decent treadmill under $500?

I would love to work on cloud security product management at google, Amazon or Microsoft as they are the major cloud providers currently. I am on identity management consulting and have experience with Azure cloud. I am trying to get in touch with product owners in those companies and understand the culture and what they look for in a product owner and how best to get your resume and interview notice and referral if possible. Help please 😊

Please refer me for any job role in Service Management. I am working as incident and change manager. I have 6.7 years of experience.

ZS fish, possible to come in and work 50-55 hours a week? Or should I expect 60+? Interested in firm & work but just can’t keep working from 9-10 every day anymore. Wondering if I should apply or just hang up the hat and go to industry

Hi, I have recently moved to NYC and am currently trying to move from financial services into a role with a sustainability/esg focus. I have completed the CFA ESG investing certificate and the SASB FSA. I have 10 years experience across multiple roles within accounting, asset management and security services. Has anyone successfully completed this move? Or have any advice they could share?

Can anyone please share the experience to allocate the project after joining. Experience in Java backend. Is there any tips to allocate project before joining or after joining. Thank you. @

How much time does Infosys takes to share the offer letter and proceed with documentation and stuff. I have cleared 2 rounds of interview and still waiting for HR to contact me.

Hi Fishes, I am working as a Senior Manager in Sales in an edtech startup in Noida, it was quite a great journey. I have learned a lot, its been 2.4 years i am working here and got promoted twice here.
Now i am looking to switch to an MC to explore new culture, learn new things and work life balance. Looking for a job in Noida or WFH. Please help

I just wanted to say that my Art Director partner is amazing and I’m the luckiest writer I know.

Anyone have Chairman's club status with Avis or Platinum with Hertz? How are the benefits compared to Presidents with both Hertz and Avis

When will it end?

What is the most interesting or funny employment issue that you dealt with?