Singapore Management University Discussions

The right question to ask on Super Tuesday: How to move to Canada?

Any consulting folks out there willing to give a DEI candidate stuck in advisory a referal? I'll be super thankful!

Anyone getting blown up on LinkedIn by franchisee opportunities? I have never indicated interest but get a new message from someone trying to pitch me almost every day…

Does anyone have motivating/good sales books to recommend?

Describe what the unicorn frappucino tastes like. I'm tasting a mash-up of sour patch kids and cotton candy.

My stress level is so high I'm seeing double.

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 am the first HR professional at a small company. I am looking for an easy to use platform for performance management. I have used Bamboo and Paylocity in the past. Eventually we will want something that has a payroll component as well. What systems have you used and liked?

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

Tough investing market out there!! What are some investment strategies to consider during these times?

Price to Equity ratio or Price to Equity Growth ratio?

West coasters - do you feel like you get screwed on hours? E.g. get up early for an east coast call but, not like your day ends any earlier

Married men or women - let's exchange ideas on how you make the travel work.

🐟 without dependents, what % of your monthly income do you save and what % do you contribute to 401k.

My office chair stinks even though I wash it with carpet cleaner every few weeks. Fellow 24/7 WFH workers, how do you keep your office chair clean?

Carbs don't count on travel Monday's.

Will Hexaware revise my offer based on the hike I receive in current organization ?

Have anyone worked on consulting projects while working as Business Analyst? If yes, how would you describe your experience in one sentence.

Has UST Global opened any office in Kolkata?

Joining a big(ish)law litigation/investigations practice group in a few weeks. Only biglaw friends I have do transactional so I see what their schedules are like but not sure how lit compares.

Anybody have any insight into how lit is different? Is it more predictable/regular? Less? What do you think the major differences (beyond substance obviously) are between the two?

Anyone know if the variable pay is applicable while serving np? I got my last variable pay for oct to March cycle and my lwd is 19th sept... Should I get variable pay for April to sept on my final settlement? Or it will give at least April to June?

Hi fishes, I have an interview tomorrow with factset for Client Solution Advisor. Any tips for the questions they'll be asking? And if ajy of the factset employee can tell me the work we will do in this role will be good.

Hello, has anyone filled in the Forte Fellows Kira video questions?

Are they any different from usual Kira interview questions?

Is it acceptable to apply to multiple positions at large firms (ex. big 4)?
It feels like Im waiting a few months after applying to a position until I get a rejection. So would it be okay to apply to more than 1 position at a time instead of waiting?

Thoughts on CP+B Boulder? What is the vibe like there? Who are the clients?

I’m interviewing with another firm next week. Has anyone made a switch like that before? How did you do it? I work in a small criminal firm now. Interview is with a same size/practice area firm.

PwC, are you butthurt because you weren't a paratrooper?

What excuses have you used to leave for an interview that is not a “doc appointment”?

What is the best way to prepare for a summer associate role in BigLaw (V100 firm)?

Any books, YouTube channels, or other resources resources you would recommend?

I see there’s been lots of activity here. :)
Anyone up for getting this group off the ground?

Software Sales: How long did it take back then to close your first deal?

Spoke w partners at my firm about expanding branches over the next 5-10 yrs. Part of the focus will be to buy books but also bringing new advisors. Would you make the adivsor sign a noncompete?

Here is my idea for a startup! I collect all the data from career transitions and use Data Analytics to predict the most likely career transitions. I could start with consulting. What do you guys think about this? I would be able to predict based on your firm(mbb, big4), your experience, which role you are likely to move (Faang pm, strategy manager, move to mbb). I have all the data to do this, but wanted your thoughts. Would the output of this be relevant to you?