HEC Paris Discussions

I feel stuck as a Strategy Manager and want to make a career pivot at 35. But have no idea what i should do? Any suggestions, resources or books that I should read to help with my existential mid thirties crisis? I have experience in technology consulting, corporate strategy, freelance consulting and law. Do I go back to being an Attorney, or do I retrain and become a financial advisor or something else?

can someoen tell me what VC and PE are? honestly have no idea

How do I not get jealous? Of my friends from college got pulled from ey to EYP with only 1 yoe. Got promoted and now about to make 170k with 2 yoe total. She’s on an internal role and just does pmo and works maybe 930-5? All due to the fact a partner she was working with on an event said I like you, join my team. I’m making half of that and we studied the same thing and went to the same uni

How to tell what level it is a PPMD?

How much do you budget for a weekend away to Vegas? (Excluding flights.)

Cold showers hit different

I am trying to land a role as a human resources business partner and I'm wondering which certification would be the best for me going forward. Phr? Shrm? Thoughts? Thanks!

Difference between utilization and adjusted utilization? Utilization is below 80% but adjusted is 99%.

Denver CO 🐠, planning for summer trip around 7/4 weekend with another family friend (both families flying in). Got 2 9yo kids and an a toddler along with 4 adults. What are some areas, places to visit or activities there that you’d recommend? Kiddos would love to do camping though we won’t be carrying lot of stuff for it due to out of state travel, any idea how/where we can do it? TIA

How do I say to my counselor, "be prepared to see a big fall of my utilization because of things out of my control" without sounding like complaining or having a lot of negativity?

Hi! Excited we have a space finally :)

Happiness and potential for growth vs. great compensation -- which one do you prefer?

Is retail quant trading on a massive rise?

Aside from LinkedIn, what are other sources to identify decision makers in large companies?

MAKE NAPS GREAT AGAIN. When I become a manager one day, everyone on my team will be allowed the option to take a nap. Sincerely, C

How do you manage your list of ‘to-do’s’? I strictly use Outlook (flags, etc) but want something more robust.

Dumb question - if we were to donate money to support Ukrainian military, how would it help them? Like who would buy weapons and how to give it to them while there’s a war going on. I would guess to bring things to western border and they would come grab but that seems risky still

Has anyone done the GARP Financial Risk and Regulation course? Was it educational? Did you do the FRM after?

So the bonus at Salesforce is pretty much same 15% for everyone ?

Need 11 likes to activate the DM features. TIA

Good cologne to get my boyfriend?

I hope everybody received 2k Amazon voucher as Xmas gift

Hi Big 🐟,

Can somebody refer me into EXL services, As I have got shortlisted on Job ID 568888 but getting no response from their side. It will be more convenient to go through the interview process.
As well I'm looking for a change into O2C(Billing, Cash Application & Contract Management). I have 5 years of experience in the accounting & auditing field.

Torn between two offers-
Citi IA (MRA Validation - Risk) or Morgan Stanley IA

If base comp is equal, which one would you choose?

Books on human psychology that have affected you. I'll start: influence, sales Bible, on killing.

How does one proceed if/when receiving job offers from two shops within the same holding company? Asking for a friend.....

Media arts lab. What does everyone think about it? Culture/work life etc?

Does anyone know how to join a sports league in the Arlington or dc area? I’m a amateur so I don’t know if that would be looked down upon

Worked a few years at a small company and wondering what it actually takes to make the big jump to MBB. Anyone willing to connect and share insights?

An adorable yellow lab puppy came in today after swallowing a spoon. What’s your strangest foreign body case so far?

Is it normal to sweat more heavily during workouts as you continue to lose weight and get healthier?

Hi will KPMG blacklist if we reject offer letter after accepting it.

Can I get permanent wfh in wipro for mainframe. Working mother. Yoe 7 years. offered position team lead b3

Looking for help/advice for case study interview in consulting firm in Canada. It’s a role in supply chain/retail vertical- I come from a merchandising background in retail