Gibson Consulting Discussions

Assuming this causes a recession like in 2008, and many people get laid off, how long to take to find another similar paying job? I’m currently a strat manager in FS. Scared for job.

In the middle of West Central Ohio and the best dinner place is Applebee's.

Watching Home Alone I see that I was taught a while ago not to fly AA..

Top 10 books to read about consulting life ?

Is end-of-year bonus season a lost cause at this point? (In a firm with no layoffs or pay cuts yet).

If you’re an attorney and someone asks how you are and you respond with: “Living the Dream”. Please stop.

I’m in my 4th year at a small plaintiffs’ firm. Past two years I’ve received meager raises (5k) and terrible bonuses (3k). My boss prides himself on allowing me to gain experience so I have more courtroom experience than most attorneys with twice the experience. As I’ve applied for other firms, I’ve been denied interviews based on how my boss is perceived in the community. I’ve gathered professional references from opposing attorneys and other attorneys we work with but still can’t land. Help

Opinions on career clerkships? Especially with a two year old and wanting another child eventually.

Recommendations for books and podcasts on business, strategy, management, etc. that have helped your career?

Is 150 billable hours per month little/average/a lot?

Best AirBnB you ever stayed at? XP for ones in US or Carribean with direct beach access. (Post links!)

What are the best consulting firms for pricing (consumer goods focused)?

One of very few things I am passionate about is high fashion. But the opportunities (e.g. corp dev) in high fashion seem so limited. Can anyone advise how to break into high fashion? I am a strategy

How many hours of your typical work day are you actually doing work?

Random thought. Why can’t part of our compensation be equity? (Obviously for grades junior to Partner)

I have a confession to make.. I’ve never had to put together a ppt deck for a client. There I said it.

Is getting the FRM (Financial Risk Manager) Certification worth it? I could see it opening many doors but should I just shoot for my MBA instead? Have about 3 YOE

Am looking at exit opportunities and researching FAANG. Curious to understand why anyone would join Amazon which has the worst benefit of the FAANG? Can anyone share what’s better at Amazon that I am not aware of? Amazon and Facebook on sites lined up in January! So researching now!;)

Hearing rumors about Huron layoffs. Any deets? Friend of mine said he got the "email".

Two years out of undergrad and already considered a "strong senior" (A2 ->S1 this year) This can't be sustainable for a firm. Where can I go that will actually put me in my place and teach me a lot??

Hi everyone, I am working towards a career shift into management consulting, specialising in Strategy & Restructuring services to be specific. I am looking for a referral to a T2 firm within the Middle East if possible. Would love to connect, learn from your experience and take your advice on how to successfully land a role in the industry! (Currently based in Dubai)

Opinions on tipping culture?

8 hours since my 2nd shot of Moderna and still no significant side affects. AMA.

If I start my day at 7am, what time can I truly stop working?!
I mean work will never end, I know that but there needs to be a time where I should be rightly call it a day and not feel guilty about having a gazillion things left undone. Trying to work on myself, boundaries, reducing anxiety and I was thinking about it today

Book recommendations? I’ve been reading atomic habits, and have moved onto Traders guns and money.

Any recommendations for a good course or material to build on insurance knowledge? Specially P&C insurance. Need to build some good domain knowledge and looking for courses/YT videos/website?

Interested in cybersecurity companies. What are some other than Symantec?

Is getting a masters worth it? Would pursuing a masters degree earn me any hike in my current job (current role: data analyst)?

How much should I invest in buying a HOME as my primary residence.

Current TC: 200k
Net worth: 300k, readily available 170k in stocks, hysa and cash
Current rent: 2000 per month
Age: 30

Wonder if anyone has any excel model or a rule to determine how much I can afford or should go for?

The Bowl is oddly silent

How did you go about finding a therapist and/or coach to support you in your career transition? What value did they add, what would you do same/different if you had the time again and any other tips?

Hello! I am a Technical Sourcer/Recruiter at a reputable FinTech company. I would like to transition into Project Coordination/Management within the tech space. Any tips for the transition? Recruiters: I am open to entry level & contract roles to gain experience! Thanks in advance for the assist!

Any recommendations on credit cards with lounge access? Currently have the Chase Sapphire Reserve which has Priority Pass, but have been turned away from lounges not accepting PP at peak times

Curious to know has anyone stumbled upon a bar(cocktails, drinks) that has also nailed social accounts so good so that besides their bar offerings people also cant wait to consume their content?

Hi Fishes,
I will complete my Masters in Information Systems from Georgia State University this fall. Banking on my prior work experience of 5.5 years in SuccessFactors implementation (Deloitte USI), I am targeting similar kind of roles at Deloitte and PwC.
Interviewed with Deloitte for SCon position but the offer has not been released yet. PwC interview is scheduled next week.

Can you please help me with the latest pay range for Atlanta location?

Any writers here working remotely full time? If so, how’d you manage to swing that? And is it hard to be a remote writer in pharma?

At work I tend to eat just to eat. Any advice on how to break the habit?

My mood has been fluctuating so much lately. Some days (yesterday) I wake up feeling invincible and some days (today) want to hide myself the rest of the world and feel like nothing will ever get better. I’m trying to push myself to make plans with other ppl and am really self-conscious about it cuz I don’t want ppl to see me in low spirit.. any ideas on how to fix that?