Any fishes currently applying/studying for the PMP exam? Just submitted my app

I applied for a job at Embark about a week ago - should I be worried that I haven't heard back? How long does it usually take to hear back from a company after applying online? It's been a while since my last job search and I don't want to get too worked up after only a week if I don't need to.

GS 2023 New Analyst Program. Is this a good program to apply for someone looking to start as an analyst? How easy is to get into this program or even GS overall? I have 1-2 years of experience and some Finra licenses if that can help me somehow. Looking for some opinions about the program. Thanks

Hi Fishies, i have experience working on Oracle Peoplesoft as well as Oracle Cloud.
Now i have been interviewed and selected for Ameriprise where I would learn on the job and work on workday finance.
No WD certification.
Will it be a good choice in the long run?
Also, how hard is it to learn workday without proper formal training/certification ?

Hi Fishes,

I have attended two interviews with cognizant for the same role. From that, I have got an offer letter from one panel and I am discussing with the HR about to make some salary revise.
Unfortunately, the second panel also processed my profile and it got short listed and they come back for a talk to process the offer letter. Now the first panel HR called me and asked about the second process why it got happened.
Does this results in any drawback for the offer letter i have got already?

Is Accenture sponsors MBA Programs like ISB,IIM,etc

Considering a change from audit (SM) to an advisory role - looking at a Director position within Strategy, Finance and Accounting M&A. [Insert typical “should I make the jump” question here]. I’m 3+ years to audit partner and weighing options and exhausted by omnipresent inspection risk and how this impacts day to day (and presume it will continue to get worse). Considering the advisory role 1) job security, 2) exit ops, 3) partnership ops. Anyone recently make a similar jump and could share?

Thinking about applying as a lateral to Quinn Emmanuel LA. Thoughts on hours, etc.?

Is anyone going through the international mobility program to to transfer to Canada?
Apply through global skills strategy

Recently obtained my aPHR and I’m considering next steps in advancing my career. I am eligible to sit for the SHRM-CP presently and will not be able to sit for a PHR until 09/2023. Any pros/cons with either certification? Should I wait to sit for PHR or go for SHRM-CP now?

I am currently in ID and wanting a miracle in-house position. I recently learned that the VP of Lit for an ins. carrier was promoted leaving her position open. I’m unsure if they’re planning to fill that vacant role. I’d like to approach her about my general interest of going in house (asking her how she did it herself) and mention my interest with her company. I know this is a sensitive topic as she gives me cases. I have a great professional and personal rapport with her. Any tips?

Anyone ever considered contractor gig in Meta/Facebook or any other big players in tech? I'm full-time in a smaller company and it's pretty stable. Wondering if the move could be worthwhile. Mostly want to explore other areas. Other things to consider: planning for babies in the next 3-5 years; maternity leave in current position is basically what's legally required.

If you are in an interview, please take time off for the interview and not do your work in parallel with your interview

At what point does the value of a degree fall off? I'm in my early 30s, and have five years of experience, and work on a very theoretically interesting project. I believe I'm on track to promotion in the next year. So, I could put in a year of full time school to check the box off, but I'd be sacrificing hobbies and social life (not to mention cost). Is this FOMO or is there real opportunity here?

Hi Fishes!

Just a quick question, Given an option to pursue SAP or Data Science certification, which one goes well and what likely helps fetch jobs for an experience candidate (4 years) from sales and operations background?

PS: Recession's clock is ticking!

If you could start your MBA degree over what would you do differently?

Is it worth it to recruit for a PE Associate role if your current plan is to get 2YOE, go get an MBA and pivot afterwards? Seems like most people can’t /won’t stick around to make it to the top and end up doing something else anyways.

What are some of the hot skills in cyber security which we can acquire?

KPMG or EY GDS or ZS Associates?
Almost same offer, same designation. Which one I should go with?
Engineering Manager Role, 12YOE.

When I moved in-house a year ago as a BigLaw mid-level, I took a 45% pay cut, far more than I was comfortable with (although I was fine with a 20-30% cut). I took the job because it was a great role and I was focused on making the jump in house and developing the skills I wanted, which required me moving away from my firm practice area. Now that my year-end review is coming up, how do I ask my company for a significant pay raise (not just a 2-5% inflation-matching raise)?

WHAT WOULD YOU DO?

Job A - no career path upwards, high functioning team, generous benefits and unlimited time off. TC 185

Job B - clear career path, new team, chaotic corporation, but lots of room for growth and budget to hire staff. Ok benefits. TC 220

Does anyone know what the average total comp is for a non-equity corporate partner in NYC in BigLaw?

Are hackathons still relevant after college for profile building?

Need Infosys referral urgently for java or AWS Devops..any help will be nice

To the people working in Strategy / Management Consulting - Hello,
I want to change my career from ERP Consulting to Strategy / Management Consulting. I have 2 YoE and B.Tech in Electrical. No MBA.
Is it possible? Could anyone help please?
Thanks

Likes for a DM please🙏

My background check for Blackrock came back last week. It’s now with the background check committee. How long until I get the final OK? No, I am not a criminal. :-)

Recently USI Kolkata sent an email and asked about employees willingness to come in office if they start the office in the new location near sector 5 untill technopolis building is ready. They asked how many days I want to come in office.....
My answer was 0 day. 😀

For those that work at big4, does maternity leave benefit only kick in if you’ve worked for the firm for at least a year? Or does it apply immediately?

What are the perks of joining Oracle ? Like Broadband reimbursement, monitor , mobile, wfh set up etc ?

Best shops for puppets state side? Loving blinkink

Change Management consultants who exited consulting, what roles have you taken on in the industry?

Hi Fishes,

I'm holding 4+ years of experience in .Net/.Net Core, MVC, Web API's, Angular and SQL.

If I switch what should be the expected package?


I'm new here, help me to get 11 likes.
TIA

That guy who posted the backpacks post got ratio’d in to oblivion and deleted his post.

Glad to see cool heads prevail

Wendys twitter interactions are pure gold.

Do pharma producers make significantly more than they would at a traditional agency? If so, how much more (ex. Sr. Producer)?

I read this super interesting article about how big companies like Toyota are investing in social-emotional training for their employees and seeing massive benefits. I actually think this could be a whole separate class for students of all ages. Learning about conflict resolution, growing your own self-regulation skills...it's really important.

Does anybody have good electric standing desk recommendations? Ideally in the $200-300 range.

Ohhh how much I love PTO 🎊🎊

Can anyone recommend me insightful books which can help consulting/career but not with titles like “how to be a successful manager” etc.

Juul just handed out a million dollar Christmas bonuses for all their employees. And here I am hoping I’ll get a 20$ RTR award for working through firm shut down.

Nothing bums me out more than realizing that it is only Wednesday morning and I have to spend one more night in this hotel

Starting to get more involved in the project sales process - any recommendations for books or resources to develop skills in this area?

What is the best way to save for a house down payment and for travel. I'm 25 yo making 77.5K and have a $9K emergency fund. $9K in Accenture stocks and around $2K in checkings.I'm also putting 15% ctd

Any recommendations for a work desk?
Not looking for something too big or pricey. Easy assembly / disassembly is a plus.
I see foldable desks going for $100. Any foldable standing desks out there?

Happy July 4th long weekend, ya filthy animals!!!

If your client’s internal audit function reaches out to see what’s up, should you give push back since you’re a consultant? Yes right?

Definitely not a fan of Westin's "Eat Well" proposition. I'm working in the room at 2:00 AM and the most appetizing menu item is a cold turkey avocado and arugula wrap. I just want a burger and fries!

Anyone willing to refer me to Deloitte? Trying to get out of a technology consulting firm currently in dark times.

That first sip of coffee changes my life for the better, every day. Onwards, all!

I’ve been trying to leave for nearly 10 months...what gives? 🥺

My team & I ALWAYS end up working through lunch. On Friday I decided to log off, go to the store, get food, come home, sit, eat, then log back in. Felt nice & nothing bad happened. Imma do this often.

Honest question here-hw do I work better with Indians who come over frm India(on-site) to client?My patience with them is at an all time low since they jst dnt gt the methodology & hate owning anythng

Poll: What dress code do you follow at your home office?

I know Mck is the top for strategy, but in terms of digital/design in top consulting firms which do you think is better? Mckinsey digital or deloitte digital? (Or another..?)