A friend who's in the industry tells me "You're always working or thinking/talking about work even after working hours". Sadly, he's telling the truth. Very grateful for this job and not complaining

Getting over heartbreak and having a full time job is torture lol. My boyfriend and I just broke up after almost a year of being together. It was such a beautiful relationship but ultimately he just didn’t love me. I love him so much. My mind knows that I deserve reciprocal love and I’m worthy, but I feel physically ill. My body hurts, my stomach is in knots, my head hurts. How is it that I have to mend a broken heart but also meet my billable hours lmao

Does anyone know about Stabilix solutions? Growth opportunities and wlb?

need review on Work life balance and work culture at Bank of America Global Banking and Markets FP&A Projects team, Gurgaon.

Please reply. I need to make a decision.

What do you tell your boss when you are sick? Have Covid and my temp hasn’t gotten below 101 in 2 days. I informed the partner I work with that I am very ill, but I keep getting ASAP projects. Do I just tell him I cannot do it?

I’ve been in a relationship now for two years. We are living together. We talk about the future etc. I could easily see myself marrying her. However, I have an issue… cont

How’s the pay and WLB at the corporate finance/IB subsidiaries of the big 4 compared to traditional MM IBs?

Which are really great companies with amazing wlb, salary and remote.

Honestly, how bad are the hours at CMAAS? My firm is telling me I’m going to drown and I should stay if I value my WLB. I don’t know who to believe anymore.

Barclays vs BMC Software... Any suggestions?
P.S. - Looking for suggestions purely based on job security, work life balance and career growth/hike opportunities (irrespective of current CTC offered)

Anyone who has transitioned from M&A work to finance work, how has your experience been? I am considering a similar transition and would love to learn about any changes to your work/life balance, stress-levels, etc.

Considering a move to UAE and Inhave to major questions:
- How is the SC work life balance?
- I am coming from Europe, is there a big cultural shock?

Thanks!

What’s the word on the street about work life balance at Edelman? Are the hours insane?

Has anyone ever been to the Alo Restaurant? I have never been there myself but I was wondering if this would be a good setting to propose?

Please help me in choosing which one to join for 5 yrs mainframe exp guy in terms of job security and WLB -
Current location Noida
NTT data - 15LPA noida (band 8)
TCS - 13 LPA kolkata (IT analyst band c)
Legato - 16 LPA Banglore (SSE)
Wipro - 14.5 LPA noisa (SSE)

please suggest!!!!!

ADVICE THREAD

Feel like sharing advice? Which info would have changed your life if you only had known back then?

Any kind of advice is accepted 😉

My dad who lives in Asia just announced that he had a medical issue. I’m starting to enter the age where I’m going to take care of him financially. It’s a $2,000 hospital bill which in the US is nothing compared to what it represents there (which he can’t afford). He’s going to be fine! Just wanted to share with this group as many of you can understand what it feels like to support your parents when they’re old, not the other way around. I feel so blessed I can help him. 🙏🏽

Sharing for anyone looking R/GA reached out to me about a position in NYC (remote currently, potentially always remote working on Eastern time) rate was capped at $145K if anyone is looking.

Anyone moving to Kolkata this week or upcoming weeks?

Is there Any WFH oppurtunity for BA

Currently an HR Generalist looking for a second remote job. Does anyone know of any opportunities? I’m currently freelancing as well.

How is the work life balance in cognizant ?

Hi Guys, where could we see our lwd in system? Couldn't find the same in one cognizant @cognizant

What is UBS Associate Director salary in Non IT Pune role with 15 yrs of experience.

Hi Fishes,

I'm working in Wipro last year on 25/11/2021.. i have joined Wipro as fresher TRB band but still i didn't received any hike and band progression till now... I have not joined through campus placement... Please guide me when I'll be eligible for hike ...

Started a new gig and they are asking for emails and phone numbers for potential customers. What services do you all use for getting this kind of data?

Hi Fishes
What does designation lead rep quant analysis means.

Hi Folks,
Can you help me out with the work culture, Work life balance and job security in BNYMT(BKT) / Inautix for longer tenure, i am holding around 6.5yr of exp for lead data engineer position. BNY Mellon Corporation #banking

I was passed up for a promotion after 1.5 years at the agency/in the role despite consistently great feedback and was told that I just needed more time in role. A guy with my experience level was....

Hello all, for those working in an agency. I wanted to see what your typical client workload is? I’ve been in my role for about a year but the workload has changed dramatically without hiring help.

Can you please share:
- the number of accounts you manage
- how many support staff you have on those accounts
- how many active pitches you send per month for those clients on average

Thanks all!

Hey guys, can anyone quide me to get some freelancing work, or projects?
Thankyou in advance

Hey everyone. I’m looking for a 1-time apartment cleaning service here in Philly. I’m thinking mopping, vacuuming, and cleaning the kitchen. Any recommendations?

IBD came to states at 8. My cousins back home are getting arrange married. My parents are starting to pressure me and pity me. But I have no interest in following a "timeline" and am pretty ambivalent when it comes to kids. I already have a SO and do not see a reason to tie the knot just because other people my age are. Anyone else getting pressured and its getting annoying?

Ever hear of someone getting demoted after winning a pitch? (true story)

Just hit diamond with Hilton! Garçon, your freshest bottle of grey poupon your most average of rooms if you please, thank you. 💅

Does anyone know if I transfer money to someone outside USA..I need to inform IRS if its above a limit?

Confronting colleagues? Yes or no ? On a side note, any book recommendations for handling workplace situations

How wasy/hard is to make the transition towards IB? How do you go about into looking for opportunities if it self-initiated? Hire a head-hunter?

I think I’m pretty good with money but looking for a financial planner to see if I’m giving myself too much credit + always room for improvement. How to go about finding one? I’ve asked around...

Worthwhile getting the AWS cloud practitioner cert? (Will there be a return financially in ease of finding job or higher salary)?

I’m staying at the same hotel as the Herbalife world conference this weekend. How is Herbalife not a pyramid scheme?

I just joined a boutique strategy consulting firm in the water sector.
- As a seasoned strategy consultant, What is the first thing you do? Thank you. 
- Can you please share any courses/books/podcasts or other relevant resources?
- How can I become an elite strategy consultant?

Thank you.

Has anyone put in papers and the firm tried or put in some effort to keep them?

Are there reasons why someone would choose a big 4 over mbb?

How do you compartmentalise between work and life? I think about work constantly throughout the weekend and when I go back on Monday, I don't feel restful at all. This is getting pretty bad. 🙁

Never had to rent a car before. Should I use Hertz or Avis?

What is your favorite books on leadership/professional development and why?

Looking for some great recommendations! Thanks in advance!

What is a comfortable salary level for a couple in NYC?

So hammed on a 5 hour flight right now with so much work I should be doing but 🖕🏼🖕🏼🖕🏼🖕🏼🖕🏼

OTS is growing rapidly and leadership has asked us SMs to assist with recruiting. One of our needs is for cybersecurity and data privacy consultants interested in M&A e.g. CISSP, CISA, CIPP, CIPM, etc

Probably a long shot but does anyone here happen to work in the front office (operations) of a pro sports team? I’m gonna assume that most ex-consultants that pivoted went into the business side.

Things to do in Vegas? Any must watch shows/ events to attend? Recommendations for places to eat, drink and party. TIA

Is there a hard limit on how frequent you can apply in a year at FAANG? (For instance: Amazon, Google)

Also, how many positions are we allowed to apply?
There are just many positions at different teams right.

Any recommendations on books to get up to speed on leading/managing teams as a new manager in consulting? Preference towards tangible case studies etc. vs. high level concepts.