2nd week on the job. Still not staffed, any advice on who/how (partner, manager etc.) to get myself off the bench? These 'layoff' posts are scaring me!

Hi ,
Can anyone share your IBM bench experience.
How many months you are on bench and got project ?

Constantly worried I’m going to get fired because I don’t know where I stand at my mid sized law firm (second year associate).

I was just laid off from a fintech startup after 4.5 months as their first ever IP attorney. Anyone have any leads on other IP roles. I’m soft IP/marketing focused but also have patent experience.

Have an interview with a company I really want to work for tomorrow. My last job I was laid off b/c of an acquisition&recently accepted a job at a diff company b/c I couldnt afford not to. I got this invite shortly after. The place I’m interviewing at the job wouldn’t start til next year. I dont want to seem like a job hopper. Do i tell them I’m at a new role or just not bring it up? The acquisition was public so they can see Im no longer employed with the most recent work history on my resume

How is utilization calculated? What happens if we are on the bench?

How is Lowe's India in terms of Tech Stack, Job Security and WLB.
My joining is next month, should I consider joining it as an SE, considering the current scenario of layoffs and recession in IT market.

Any edutech test for the folks on bench in LTI? Any idea on what is that all about?
#new joiner#experienced#bench#ltimindree

A friend of mine from a top tier consulting firm was counseled out. Do you consider it ethical that his career counselor is intentially spreading the information to his colleagues and to other consultants from other companies in the project? What can he do about it? Specially that he considers the potential layoff is purely based on the current situation (chargeability was low) and not on his performance (they said that his contribution to BD during his bench time was low)?

Hi IBM sharks 😊

So I joined IBM in May 2022 and was on bench for 5.5 months since then.I will be allocated to a project next week. Also my probation got confirmed a week back.

I have following queries-
1)With me joining a project so late, can I expect a Variable Pay in March 2023?
2)The manager told me I have flexibility to choose 2-11 shift or work in morning as everyone is flexible here. What must I do officially to get that monthly shift allowance?

Any inputs r highly appreciated guys 😊

Is there concept of bench in product companies

Hi,
As of now I got into PIP so does it indirectly means that i will be fired.?

I think I’m going to be fired tomorrow morning and I am not even sad about it.

Hi everyone,
I am a new joiner @ Coforge, joined on Nov 15th and still waiting for project allocation. What is the resource pool/bench policy for a new joiner, can anyone please help on this?

I hear Grant Thornton has been doing more layoffs? We need staff (associates, seniors, managers) in forensics / disputes and investigations in SF if anyone is looking to make a move! Message me

Is it normal to negotiate for a bigger severance package if it happens within the first year? Because Meta may have something for me but TBH I'm nervous about their hiring freeze news.

Curious questions! What are the things offered by companies after laying off their employees? Do they pay 3 months severance? Or not?

Did anyone put a two week notice and was asked to leave immediately because you were on bench? Not leaving for a competitor

Do you think it is quite possible to get fired by asking too many questions as an experienced senior 1? If so, i might get fired after this busy season.

Hi fishes, i am working as a .net developer role in Publicis sapient had 1.7 YOE with 8 LPA CTC and I gave an interview for TCS on Nov 3rd 2022 but still no response, whether rejected or selected. Filled TCS application with exp

CTC: 9.5 LPA

Concerend about TCS can't give exp CTC Shall i move on by other company interviews or wait. A bit scared of recission a head so need some secure job for 1 year

Please help me and suggest fishes thanks in advance.

Why are engineers so difficult to recruit? Sometimes they make me feel stupid lol.

Tesla owners, I am contemplating an M3, and have a few targeted questions:
1. How is the experience driving in East Coast winters and on slippery roads? How is the battery power drain in winters?
2. If you cannot install the charging station, how did you find the experience with regular charging? I live in a condo so I cannot install.
3. What are your thoughts on service for longer drives / rural areas and how does the lack of spare tire affect your decision?
Please advise on other aspects.

Hey guys ,
I was a fresher when i joined wipro
My manager has given me rating 1 in confirmatory appraisal on may 18 may which happened after completion of 1 year at wipro.
I raised the issue of rating with my manager immediately , he convinced me not to worry , ratings are already submitted , I asked him to resubmit cause i don't deserve rating 1
So he said he will look if that is possible but didn't changed .Now after 3 months they are pressurizing me to put a resignation,what should i do?

Any carpal tunnel tips? First timer here

UBER & LYFT puts tomorrow?

What movie title would you use to describe your current job?

Thinking of moving $10,000 out of savings into a Vanguard mutual fund. Any recommendations for allocations? This $10,000 would most likely be used as part of a house down payment in the next 5-6 years

Wishing everybody luck on their upcoming exams and finals! 🤞 Remember to take care of yourself during this time!

Hi fishes,

I am new here, canu please help me in getting 11 likes to active my dm feature

If I originally got the Moderna vaccine, is it advisable (ie is it better protection against COVID) to get a Pfizer booster? I don’t see any info about which booster to get if you didn’t get J&J

Anyone in Portland down to chat? I have a small creative portfolio and a couple years of management experience. Been looking for PM roles (but am open to anything).

Anyone looking for a mid-level digital strategist?

Hi Folks, I'm looking for supply chain consulting role in UK. Preferably in digital transformation.

I'll need a visa sponsorship

How old were you when you first took a blue pill/viagra? Currently 26 and a buddy doesn’t stop raving about it, tempted but feels too young to try?

Anyone going to the security/privacy conference in DC this week?

New joiner. What should I get with my $250 wfh stipend? I already have standing desk, dual monitor, portable monitor, and good headset, not too sure what else I need, but it’s free money. Thanks.

Just starting out in consulting as a technical analyst...any book recommendations

My roommate just walked into my room without warning and no knock (and for a stupid reason too: looking for the cat). How do I politely ask not to do that? What if I was changing or something? that’s awkward

Does anyone regret joining a boutique consulting firm? I signed with a startup out of college (spring 2020) whose founding partners were all partners/Sr leaders at a few T2s. Our firm is super small (dozen FTEs) but does really good work (we charge premium rates and work super cool projects). I’m just having second thoughts as exit opportunities aren’t as prevalent as I thought, the pay/benefits don’t match industry/risk of joint a startup, and I’m not getting the network of a Big4 or MBB

CFA or CAIA?

When did you put company email on your personal phone? First year? Second year?

Best consulting firms with best WLB? Do they exist? Young professional starting to think about where I'd like to work hard to end up in the next 5-10 years.

Fishes at T2 firms, is the consulting path worth much? Starting at a T2 soon and everyone talks about accelerated careers or high exit ops but I don’t actually know what that truly translates too. It seems a bit abstract

Team - what is the leading practice for a remote work plan with team / client?

Is there anyone here that works for the same company as their SO? We do and both love where we work but during times like these almost feels more intense with the uncertainty.

Is severance taxed higher? I got 1 month of pay but seemed to be taxed much higher

Got a role at FAANG that would be $5K more pay than mine, similar bonus and around $15K per year stock for 4 years. Same location. Is it worth pursuing? I'm in Big 4 Consulting.

What are some of the best consulting firms for a software engineer? Is MBB still considered elite in this area too?

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.

Told a friend of mine in tech I was considering moving to BCG. He asked me if I would have to move to Boston.

I followed up by asking what he thought the top consulting firms were. "I'd guess PwC and then McKinsey are the best. I've also heard of KPMG, Deloitte, and Bain, but I don't know much about them."

Just a reminder that outside our bubble no-one really cares about firm prestige etc.

What’s a good side hustle ?

Top consulting firms for building mobile apps - IOS or Android?

Best consulting firms without the massive ego?

Justifying the Sheraton's painful bed to yourself because the Four Seasons don't recognize your loyalty