Accepted into H/S/W deferred MBA program and currently work in T2 strategy doing PE CDDs (S&, EY-P, S&O). Went to non-target UG with high GPA and good ECs.

Interested in making the move to PE ops and wondering whether I should try and shoot for PE ops roles after 2 years WE or matriculate for MBA at the 2/3/4 year mark and then shoot for ops roles. Would appreciate any insight!

Hey hub, I just exited a web 3 startup after monetizing them while overseeing business systems and revenue operations and GTM I am looking for my next major gig. If anyone wants my skills I’m solo now. Message me. I have 15 years in high tech and 10 years industrial with backgrounds in military and an mba. it could be gig work, contract, or a temp role, I can help you hire and build your roadmap to making money. Thx!

Can the group members please share their experience about the CFE exam? How many days of preparation does it require? What are some of the useful study resources?

Any current MBA students on here? Any wisdom/things you wish you knew before starting??

Does anyone know how to get in contact with a general biotech/pharma recruiter? I want to explore new career options within the field but I'm not sure where to start.

Looking to brainstorm ... What's the next wave to ride for the next 3-5 years and how to position yourself?

Hey all, I’m considering a position with KPMG’s Deal Advisory / M&A service line as an M. What are your thoughts on 1) work life balance, 2) business outlook, and 3) culture? The salary is very competitive.

Are there any schools in particular that are really good for non profit careers? I’m planning to apply to business school but wanted to specialize in social impact

What's the career progression in KPMG deal advisory?

Boutique or big 4?

I'm currently an ops manager at a big 4 in London and received an offer from a small boutique firm with 25-30% pay rise.

I'm also in the process with Accenture but I feel like I'm not sure if I'd jump just for the money but also change in environment.
What type of things would you be asking yourself if you were in my shoes and debating to jump ship?

Does Lebanese diaspora really command more power in the MBB and T2 in the region? How can others navigate a career here?

Hi I work at Accenture Strategy & Consulting in Management Consulting - Capital Market Practice. I have 5.5 years of experience in Capital Market Consulting. Have worked with Investment Banks, CSDs, Clearing Houses, Exchanges. Have worked on RFI, RFP, PM, Requirements Gathering, BRDs , FSDs. Waterfall to Agile implementation etc.
I am MBA- Finance and did Computer Engineering in UG.
I am looking for a change and looking for opportunity in Strategy or Management Consulting. Kindly refer me.

What are the key differences in an account management role between PR firms and traditional ad agencies? Are there any major skills someone would need to build when transitioning to ad land? Or is a lot of it transferable?

Working on the tech side of the bank, looking to transition into finance (not IB) & came across the IBI course that helps gain skills like modeling etc. Anyone taken the course/know someone who did?

A question:
Is it possible to become an attorney (getting JD, admission to bar and keep license to practice) but not practice law at all and keep working in a totally different profession where you are already working at? I know professionally this doesn’t make sense but just curious to know.

Question from a newbie consultant - What are some good online courses/ books to improve consulting skills?

How good Cisco is for finance professional? I mean in terms of growth opportunities.

Anybody on here pívot from insurance defense into an adjuster role? Any advice on how to do so?

I graduated with my bachelor's in HRM and I'm wondering if there are any certifications or trainings I could do before I lock down on the SHRM-CP. I recently became HIPAA certified for my company and that got me thinking about what else I could do to add to my resume. Looking for good stepping stone certificates.

Help me ask for a raise in my upcoming performance review? In sum, my company’s HQ is in Texas and I feel I’m being paid a Texas wage when I live in Los Angeles (the role is remote). We do have a San Francisco office and I want to ask my boss to match me what staff are making there. As that’s more comparable. Based off of Glassdoor, my salary matches Texas’s exactly and SF has the same role at 10k more. Should I show him the Glassdoor page? Don’t want to come off too strong. Please advise

How much household income should be to buy $1M house? Also what is the approximate down payment? I know 20% is the ideal but how much do people typically pay.?

Figured the ex consultants would be a good place to ask - did anyone save down files before they left their firm?

How do you all feel about D&I Reports? Do you think they’re still valuable and a stand-alone report or part of an integrated corporate message?

Any guesses/predictions on when this housing market gridlock ending? Reasonable prices and reasonable mortgage rates? Umm like a 2017 or a 2018?

Hi, just wondering how the staffing situation has been in strategy consulting in general? My sibling started a job in strategy in Silicon Valley 2 months ago after MBA. She has been on the bench for 2 months and was informed that there has been a shortage of jobs (within the job) and the amount of people on the bench is getting high. She has been under a lot of stress although she had many great networking calls with people. I wanted to help but can't identify what she can improve on.

What are the best sports bars to meet guys on a Sunday afternoon?

New in town, where do I go to meet people (for friends and dating)?

Anyone have any leads on a Trademark Counsel position? I'm just starting my 7th year of practice and want out of private practice. I'm in Colorado and would prefer to stay here but am open to full remote opportunities as well. Feel free to message me if you know of anything. Thank you!

New year, new job, wish me luck!

Hello fishes,
I have an offer from a startup with fixed 22 LPA.
Around what will be the in hand?
No epf is getting deducted, existing employees of the start up said so.

What role/s do your friends have that you're most envious of? Starting to do research on my next move, and would like to know what others have top of mind....

Is it easy to transfer within Accenture, e.g. if you wanted to leave CEO & ES for another area?

Hansen Technologies : £72k
NTT Data: £80k
Tech M:£75 k(with sponsorship covered of worth £10k for 3 years)
Role: solution architect Teleco domain.

Any suggestions?

I don't want to ask the Mck recruiter more questions. Can someone explain the differences in the Profit Sharing Retirement Plan and the Money Purchase Pension Plan? Does Mck contribute to both?

Do people recommend peaks framework? Is the $400 cost the standard?

Is there any stigma to saying no to an offer without another in hand? I landed an off-cycle offer at a decent fund but after thinking through, want to take a shot at some of my other funds as well

Is anyone in AM hiring MBAs now/soon?

I feel left out in my firm. How do I make 'friends' with my colleagues? I've been here for a year. I am naturally not a very out going person, was never 'cool' and I struggle to speak in group situations / make engaging conversation with higher ups. It is an important trait to have in this job and I just don't know how to do this. It makes me very upset - I even sought therapy but wasn't useful. I can't spend 14 hours each day feeling like this:(

How hard is it to lateral from one fund to another? Just started at a fund beginning of this year and really do not like the culture so hoping to jump soon but not sure of pros / cons of having <1 year of experience at a shop before leaving

Anyone have any experience with Waterland Private Equity? Love to know about culture, hours, etc for the investment team! Thanks!

Anyone in IB/PE in Toronto? Would like to connect to learn more about the industry

Hi all. I’m looking into potentially transitioning to PE with a background in Finance Transformation consulting @KPMG of 4yrs. Do I stand a chance? Any advice on how to best approach this would be super helpful, thanks.

What’s the culture like at Waystar Royco? Its an UMM fund focused on media

Anyone know about Great Hill partners ? Culture/comp and all the above

What’s VP comp range in growth equity?

Any advice for understanding whether sourcing would be a good match for your personality/innate skill set?

Im pretty extroverted, I have been told in reviews that I peak in verbal communication, and I have really loved conducting expert interviews in DDs.

However, I’ve worked some sales jobs in the past, and I had a hard time with the variability and staying positive bad times when nothing is sticking.

Anyone familiar with Comvest Partners’ direct lending team?

Are private equity operating roles considered respectable and prestigious in the buy-side space? What does the compensation look like for an associate at a LMM firm?

Anyone have experience on a credit strategy fund especially a credit hedge fund? Do they recruit non bankers? I saw an interesting opp but I have very little relevant background with debt (consulting background)

Asking for my friend…GIC (tech team) vs L Catterton (consumer) for Associate…she wants to do tech…but not so sure about growth / take private vs. buyout

Anyone working in family offices? Boutique investment firms

Very 1st interview with PwC M&A, transaction services tomorrow - any tips!?🙏🙏

Are paper LBOs supposed to be paper only?

Anyone know any pe or growth equity shops in london that are hiring?