L.E.K. Consulting Discussions

Got rejected from one of my desired tech companies, it's agitating but at least they didn't ghost me.

What's your thoughts on getting a PMP certification? Is it worth it to boost salary?

I’ve been doing ID for about 2 years now. Mostly slip and fall and WC work. Long-term, I want to move out of ID. I’m currently interviewing at a firm that does ID, but mostly does insurance coverage opinions. They also do some more complex ID, such as L&E.

With the ultimate goal of moving completely out of ID, would this be seen as a step up? I appreciate any and all feedback. TIA

I just told myself for the fifth time this year that I will never again allow myself to put off entering hours until the day before pre bill. Yet here I am not putting my hours in today because I'm so tired from putting 30 days worth in last night

Service based or Audit farm, which gives more increments to its employee?
More or less work quality is same in both I hope. Just a thought.....

We have motion sensor lights in my office and the sensor is far from my desk. Consequently, if I'm on a long WebEx, the lights go out and it's embarrassing. The building won't change the sensor. Anyone find a solution for this (aside from standing up and moving, which would be very awkward)? I can't rearrange my office.

What do I do if I missed a meet and confer deadline for a motion?

Those that have pivoted/are considering pivoting out of advertising, what are you doing now/interested in doing?

Hi All

I got an offer from Tredence Analytics. Is this a good company to join at this moment when market is not stable and stability is a big concern. Currently I am working in TCS with 6.4 years of exp.

Hi,

Anyone works for HP account in TCS?
Are there onsite opportunities?

7 YOE in PLM domain, have a retain offer 17lpa which is offering Team Lead position and External offer of Principal Product company 15lpa, where I can get more technical exposure. I feel I still have many things to learn before I take leadership roles , Which one will be more beneficial?

When negotiating a sign on bonus with a new firm based on the fact that you were anticipating a bonus for that fiscal year and are leaving before that is paid out, do you have to do anything to prove you would have actually received a bonus/the amount of bonus you would have received?

What's next after healthcare for you all?

Hi all, i was fired today because i said the truth!! Isn’t that interesting?

Anyone else receive opportunities to pursue side business ventures that include mentorship programs and whatnot? Sounds like a pyramid scheme of sorts

Who here has pitched an idea only to be told that it's a dumb one but then you see a commercial and it's your idea?

When taking an exam for the cpa, is it done on a computer with a keyboard with a numpad and you do all your calculations on an onscreen calculator? Or is it done pencil and paper? Trying to decide on a new personal laptop and wondering if I should get one with a numpad to get used to punching in numbers or just a small one without it.

How honest can you be with a recruiter? If you are looking for a job that will help tee you up for an in-house position, is it okay to say that? I'm meeting with a recruiter for the first time later today and I'm unsure about the whole process...

My firm has implemented a casual dress code through the end of the year and I’m hardcore judging everyone who is still dressing up when they come in. Who would voluntarily wear a suit or dress?

Performance review is this week & boss already primed me (trice) abt a time mgmt/prioritization improve plan. I can’t begin to express (but attempt to in comment👇) how wildly out of context this fbk comes considering this flaming 💩 dumpster 🔥 of a workplace situation. Advice: - How do I get through BS mtg w/out hitting mgr w/a R/antiwork-style ✌🏻🖕🏻”bye Felicia”?! Ps. I’m an f’ing adult & welcome fdbk when it’s even mildly in touch w reality.

What's the dress code like in the SF Bay Area consulting offices?

Do any of you have experience with pushy coworkers? The kind who won't let you do anything without them "helping" even after you say "I've got this"? I can handle stocking the shelves by myself. So frustrating

Hello, I’m about 3 and a half years as a clinical data manager. Does anyone have any advice in how I can progress my career?

Will there be layoffs at grip/dentsu? just saw that they’re folding the Grip agency brand 👀

Is pay materially different for BizOps and S&O roles?

Can we claim HRA tax exemption without agreement copy and claim deduction in Cognizant?

Hi Fishes,

how to create corporate NPS account in CTS registered with ICICI bank since Cognizant is not showing as registered in corporate name list ?

Any tips on interviewing with Google? I have a call with the recruiter this week.

What’s an acceptable range for an Account Executive VS Senior Account Executive? In Singapore... Not sure if I’m underpaid....

This last week of overnights in the ED felt longer than usual...things feel like they're getting really bad again

Is it worth it to leave ACN (doing PM/PMO) after 1 year 9 months and move to Grant thornton to do SOC?

24k miles on my SQ5 and it’s telling me the brake pads needs to be replaced. Is this normal? Aren’t they supposed to last longer than that?

With the pandemic, how long should I wait before checking in with hiring on status of my candidacy? Is checking in 2 weeks post callback too early?

Anybody know with Amex Platinum if authorized users also get Centurion lounge access? Prepping for Amex removing guests in 2023

If i am a fresher in cognizant and worked for 2 months and have got better opportunity can I abscond from same as the other company is asking to join immediately