University of Southern California Discussions

Me as associate: can't wait to be senior and give most work to staff! Me as senior, with no staff: can't wait to be manager and give most work to seniors! Me as manager: READY FOR DISAPPOINTMENT

This weekend flew by smh. Can't believe it's about to Monday already

Is the CPA designation worth it? For me it would take me 1 year of PREP courses and 2 years of PEP until i can write the CFE. And I am 27 years old right now. Also wondering if it would be crazy to pursue the CPA while learning how to code to be a developer as well?

What’s the best agency to work at?

Has anyone ever worked at an agency in which the project management department was properly utilized? I traditionally was brought up in my career where PM type tasks were handled by lower level AMs. I have observed separating AM and PM tasks into two separate departments just causes communication issues and lazy account people. Account people should have a good understanding of how much effort and time goes into a project. Project Managers are missing a lot of context so blind leading blind.

What should you do if they don’t put your name on the credits of work that is yours? Anybody’s had this experience?

Has anyone gone thru a vendor onboarding with InterPublic group (IPG)? Who can tell me what it’s like / what’s involved? We just won a project and in curious… I hear the vendor onboarding / setup is lengthy and “intense” but would love to know how long it takes and what do they need from you that makes it “intense?”

Anyone know of any short online ethics courses I can take for credits in Illinois?

What are some coding certifications that are worth the money right now?

How hard is the path from lit to GC?

We are starting to prep a big case for a 3 week federal trial. I’ve been an attorney for a year now and my firm has had this case for a while. What are some tips you have for prepping and also that will make my boss choose to take me to the trial? I have been the main associate on the file but other attorneys have done stuff here and there.

Hey 🐠, what are your recommendations of books, articles, or practice tips to improve communication, both verbal and written? Want to be stronger at running meetings, pitching ideas, writing (cont’d)

Chances of an early promotion as a first year CbDer?

🐠 Fam - What’s a good whiteboard solution for my home office? What do you use and from where do I get it? Thanks!

One of the reasons I want to transition from industry to consulting (tier 1) is that I get frustrated when I have to collaborate with mediocre people. My assumption is that Tier 1 consulting firms hire really sharp people and if I can get in, I’ll be collaborating with folks on top of their game (not expecting much from clients). I’m aware there are personal aspects I need to work on like my mindset, patience etc etc, but I just get so frustrated with blatant stupidity.

Need some advice here🙏🏼 I got a new job at company A a month ago but haven't started there yet because I just quit my current job last Fri. Meanwhile, I'm having my last round interview next week...

How stressful is it to work in a call center? It seems to me that the supervisors would be the micromanaging sort

Need tips for working with a super insecure coworker - needs praise, is threatened by others' ideas. Tries to be sole line of contact to partner and won't delegate. Then moans about hrs worked.

Does anyone here build Microsoft power apps as apart of their job description? Just got asked to take on that task as apart of my role in addition to web design and just curious their experience with it.

Does anyone have membership information for Fields Ranch at the new PGA headquarters in Frisco?

Best corporates to join in Toronto after consulting?

Looking to buy my first condo in Long Island city area. How many properties you typically visit (open houses) before making a decision?
Thanks!

Where do we even begin 😅

What’s the difference between filing as change of status and consular notice? Especially regarding this year’s restriction on traveling after filing

As a 20+ year lawyer with no big law experience (smaller and mid size firms plus government and in house experience), would a BigLaw firm even consider me? Perhaps an of counsel position? Even a senior associate?

Does anyone have thoughts on being roommates with someone who is recruiting for the same post-MBA gig as you (IB/MBB)? Should you try to get someone going for the same thing/is it advantageous as you grind through recruiting together or does it not really matter?

Is there any place where I can find answers to hackerrank coding questions, any GitHub url or any place you'll are aware of ?

Hi everyone,
How much can a DBA with 1.5 years of experience can get after switching to other companies!

What would be salar expectations from samsung Noida. Yoe is 10 years, current CTC : 31. What designation should I ask for ?
Do they give JB and retention bonus as well?

What's your target retirement savings? Target age? Combined or single?

Hello all,

I am Shabrish currently working as MS SQL DBA with 2.5 years of experience, It would be a great help if anyone can refer for DBA roles
Skillset : SQL Server, Azure, incident management, change management,

Have to prepare for a 3 statement model case study. Any tips/tricks and resources i can leverage?

Came across some guides and videos on breaking into wallstreet and corporate finance institute but wondering if there is anything more out there.

Has anyone had experience working with their AD to help procure watches from brands the dealer doesn't carry?