After work, what are some ways you disconnect? I'm always thinking about deadlines and how I should be working instead of relaxing.

Do partners at top consulting firms have better WLB?
An Associate here contemplating whether all this is worth it.
Thanks!

Can someone pls share reviews about camera ISP team in multimedia group of Qualcomm ? Tech stack: camera prototyping. How is the WLB? How much CTC do they offer for 4.5years? Location: bangalore

Fishes, what about work like balance in PwC UK, SAP practice?

Which one is good to join amongst below, i am currently working at Deloitte @15lpa fixed for Oracle ERP tech profile

Fujitsu - 18 lpa fix
Oracle- 18 lpa
Huron -22 lpa
Hcl- 20 lpa

Job security, learning and work life balance is the priority.

How is Sterlite to join as full stack developer does it provide job security n work life balance

For any Alvarez and Marsal fish, how has your work life balance been? Very interested in hearing from those in their healthcare industry group, but anyone is welcome to respond.

1. Can anyone please share their views on WLB and growth at EXL Analytics division?
2. Range of salary for Lead Assistant Manager Position?
3. Also, does the company provide any on-site opportunity as well?

How is the work life balance in cognizant ?

Hi All,

I had an offer as a business analyst in HDFC BANK and CAPGEMINI.May I know which is better in terms of WLB...
Yoe 14 year
HDFC 23 LPA
Capgemini 22LPa

How do you find time to take breaks throughout the day and fight the urge to work through lunch?

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)

Is anyone feeling especially burnt out lately? I’ve had to work weekends for the last month. I know deals are sporadic but it feels like they have consistently ended up this way where I’m forced to work weekends. Getting frustrated because pay has also slowed down.

T3 firm reached out re: direct admit to the partnership with some runway to grow the practice. I am at a firm now where there aren’t bright line metrics to make PPMD, but think I could make it in 2-5 years. This would be a step down in brand, but might be better from a WLB and getting to start at partner. Haven’t had firm comp talks yet but range was well north of 50% increase in cash comp from current (plus LT equity, draws, etc). Anyone take $ over brand? what are some traps to watch for?

Hi Fishes
I have got offers from PwC AC Bangalore (EA) in Management Consulting vs Accenture Capability Network as Management Consulting Analyst.
CTC almost Same

Which would be better considering WLB and growth?

Workex :Pre MBA 3 and Post MBA 1 (in consulting)
Tier 1 Bschool

Transparent moment: I,recently,was laid-off a week ago. At this point compensation and work culture are the only things I’m looking at. I don’t want to compromise my mental health and I don’t want to work somewhere that is super fast paced. How can you tell if a team has a burn out culture?

Hello Fishes,
How is Honeywell Process Solutions (HPS) w.r.t work life balance? Also what's the salary range for Band 3.

How do you handle rude clinicians in the workplace? I always have an attending talking down to me.

Is it cool to use slang when with co workers?

Can someone explain what is the diff bw Assurance and Consulting?

Hey fishes,

Does EY provide relocation expenses for moving inside same city? From one end to another end? To shift home in other area?

I had just 3 rounds completed and my last round was with all the team members. Can we expect more rounds moving forward? Or this was the final?
How much we can expect for Manager with 11.6 YOE

Do we get charged if we order a replacement for office peripheral through official tech support?@

Any chance of overcoming 3.34 undergrad gpa from state school? B4 cpa in TAS

What is the process of onboarding in ADP? Whether virtual or physical? Do I have to register on any portal?

What do you think about Vice President who forgets what’s discussed in the last meeting and have to start the business story from the scratch again? Attending a meeting unprepared every time. I don’t know where he uses his brain for. So uninspiring.

How long would it take an experienced web developer to build a basic website like something you would see in square space/webflow templates assuming Figma designs were already made?

Want to go to Spain to enjoy some beach time in September, which towns do you like? Any spg/Marriott recommendations? Thank you!

I get a mini heart attack every time I see an email notification from Mark Read. 🥺

I keep watching Schitt's Creek reruns now and then. It makes me feel warm and mushy, but also super lonely. So tired of being perpetually single. I know it's been posted about here a bunch of times before but it still sucks. Venting and knowing you're not alone, helps a tiny bit. =) Also does anybody else thing Patrick is essentially just a 'too good to be true' fantasy boyfriend Dan Levy dreamed up and put on the show?

Anyone working in hands or a CHT? How did you get started?

Hi ME 🐠s! Would like to know a bit regarding Business Analyst roles in MBB, T2 / B4 firms in UAE. I come from a target school in India (say MBB / T2 hires from my college every year) with ~1 YOE in consulting - based in Dubai. Would the stated firms consider me for a BA role (lateral hire as an experienced BA)?

What is the best performing NPS available on market. Let's assume that I invest 50k per year for tax saving, what could be my retirement benefits out of this(30 yrs of investing). Please help me with calculation and suggestions.

Are coverage group hours better than m&a at your bank? From a lifestyle standpoint

What is the typical pay range for fund of funds? Looking for salary / TC information.

Looking for a 1BR in Chelsea/Flatiron/West Village/Union Square. Any recs on buildings? Ideally <$4500

I had a creative Director question my worth and said the only reason I’m in this industry is because of MAIP (as if it was a bad thing). I been unsure how I should handle it and would love advice❤️

As a junior/mid level employee, how do you balance leaving at a reasonable time (because all of your work is done) and managing the thoughts of those who are more senior and think you should stay late

Best summer experience so far @ your agencies?

I’ve spoken to a POC who says DEI feels exclusionary in her opinion, because she wants to help everyone. Have you ever worked with a POC who are not interested in the DEI initiatives?

How do you stay motivated in an industry that is seemingly unimportant when put into perspective of other macro cultural trends and world events?

Typically when someone brings a unique experience or skill to the table they’re compensated for it. surgeons/technicians.
Can we bring this structure to the industry in regard to ethnicity/experience

While in my job hunt, I notice there are much more open roles for mid and sr level creatives. What’s the best way for a jr to get their foot in the door.

What is the best way to negotiate salary?

This was incredible. Thanks to the Maip team and council for making this happen. Can’t wait to see you all soon.

#MAIPSummit2020 question:

What's the best way to determine your financial worth when applying for a new/different position?

What are the biggest challenges the advertising industry is facing in 2020?

It seems as though entry level/junior roles in the industry are slowly disappearing. How can young people who haven’t managed to get their foot in the door yet actually start? For not so recent grads.

Saneel, do you have any tips on how to leverage a media background to transition into brand strategy?

Question for 2020 Summit:
1. How should you gracefully handle LinkedIn DMs when being poached at a job you love?
2. What are signs that you should stay at your job vs. move on to something else?

#MAIPSummit2020 :

In my experience, it's been considered taboo (especially by employers) for employees to discuss salary with peers. Does this practice help encourage pay inequality? Thoughts?

Signing off now, but if anyone has any questions feel free to reach out on twitter, or IG @3rdgeers

See you all Monday. Promise it’s going to be some next level shit! Don’t miss it.

Are we inviting these c-suite decision makers to our events? Are they showing up when invited?

Is food something we can discuss for the Summit? If not, can we address tokenism in the industry? Like what are actionable steps to break out of that in ‘diverse’ agencies? It’s hella annoying.

I've only been in the industry for a few years + am noticing the same tendencies across agencies. How can I promote change w/out stepping on anyone's toes or being labeled "that black girl"?