Any insight into life as a patent agent with stern Kessler? Are there directors to avoid in the chemistry area?

Has anyone (or known of anyone) moved from B4 into a federal gig? Looking to use my B4/CPA background to get into FBI/USSS if possible. Not necessarily as a forensic accountant

I came to US on an L1b in 2018 and switched to H1b in 2021 Oct. Current 797/visa expiry is stated as July 2023, by which I would have spent 1.5 years on H1b visa (and 3.5 years on L1b before that). During h1b extension , will I get another 4.5 years of extension? How does extension work when u switch visas?

Hi,
Is python+microservices+ gcp is good techstack to grow?

Hi helpful Fishies, I’m looking to pivot to a tech sales role after 3 years in consumer goods as an account manager and would love to get your advise on the following:

1) what are some roles that I could apply for, 2) expected salary package, 3) any hard certifications required

What would you choose between palantir and a small startup with great growth opportunities?

How to make a jump to cloud security when I just have SOC experience? Currently studying for Solutions Architect cert

How are ppl earning 40-45 lakhs as qa...? I mean what technical skills one should have

I got an offer letter from paypal as L24 band as sr team leader , please suggest they are offering equity in my CTC ..how equity works in paypal ..how promotion or career growth works with paypal

What’s something you learned about engineering only after you got your first job in the industry?

Anyone make the switch out to IT type work? Just not enjoying the BS in accounting and want something more chill.

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

Transitioning from line of business familiarity (understanding financial statements) to... real(?) Finance (bonds and cap markets and other debt sales) any advice on books or resources to learn really from step 0?

I finished my internship at EY LLP (Feb-Jul) after nearly 6 months. I've been promoted to Senior Analyst. Is there a set time of month that I must be in this position in order to be considered for the next promotion?


Otherwise, is there a mid-year promotion?

Hi, I am considering two offers in Strategy Consulting (MBB) and PE (Tier 1 European fund) for a first job post studies based in Europe. Do you have any insights/advice on what I should consider to make my decision (compensation, career opportunities, professional development, work-life balance etc) based on your experience?Thanks!

My dilemma… I am an injury adjuster at a carrier experiencing high inventory that’s barely manageable. A competitor offered a higher salary and manageable workload. BUT, I would like to get into underwriting. I applied for UW position w/ a different carrier and they’ve made an offer. It’s lower than my current salary and significantly lower than what I’d make by taking the first offer. Do I take the high salary and stay in claims or go for UW in hopes it will be best in long run?

Just got a rousing pep talk from my partner about how being a partner in public accounting is the “greatest career anyone could ever dream of”. Feel like he’s still trying to talk himself into it, too.

I’m a junior and I have the opportunity to join the employment and benefits group as a specialist. The alternative is VC/M&A.

I’m under the impression that joining the EB group will still give me decent exit ops, has more manageable workflow (less unexpected dumpster fires like in deal-work), and a somewhat better WLB because of my previous point.

Any disagreement/any other things I should consider before deciding?

Are there any roles at Google that would consider someone coming from Private Equity Ops (with consulting background) or is that too far removed? About to take a PE position but would like to know if it hurts my chances at moving to Big Tech one day - thank you

Any transfer from tax to FDD? How was the learning curve from the transition ? And what were some unforeseen challenges that you didn’t expect?

Did you change anything on your resume when you have 2 FT jobs?

Does UBS provide laptop?
I am hearing from HR that laptops are not issued. If that is the case how does WFH happen and how does flexibility work?
Any inputs would be really helpful
Joining next week.

I feel like for the first time in a long time, I just bombed my first interview.

Hi Can any one refer me paypal Finance controllership@ Paypal

Any recommendations for a barber who's good at styling long beards?

Looking for referral to guidehouse for Life sciences role

I’m passionate about gaming and I’d love to join the industry, but I’m wary because of some horror stories I’ve heard about working with big developers. Has anyone here worked with a Triple-A studio?

PBL ideas for high school current events and world cultures classes? 9th and 10th grades.

Just landed a full time gig, looking to get some furniture so I’m not working on my parents’ kitchen table during this remote period. Any recommendations for desks and chairs? I’m hoping to find something that’s easy to assemble and break down for when I need to move, and something that won’t cost an arm and a leg.

I know everyone has a different kind of setup that works for them. I currently have a laptop, drawing pad, second monitor, and a desk riser.

Anyone getting blown up on LinkedIn by franchisee opportunities? I have never indicated interest but get a new message from someone trying to pitch me almost every day…

I want to find people who have made working 10+ hours norm in consulting. Seriously man...

How to make a jump to cloud security when I just have SOC experience? Currently studying for Solutions Architect cert

If a person has joined in August, what's the percentage of hike and bonus amount one can expect?

I'm asking this based on similar occurrences of the past. Thanks!

Anyone currently enrolled or will be enrolled in the online masters cyber degree at Georgia Tech?

Would like some opinions about how likely it is to make product analytics self serve by PMs? Anybody have success here? Or is it hopeless to think that product managers can pull their own data, look at their own dashboards, and do basic data tasks themselves?

What are typical year over year industry increases like? Obviosuly different for every company but just looking for general averages.

Opinions about TMW London?

Just curious: how much time would you bill for on prepping instructions to a FA for a response? Feel free to break down by how long you’ve been practicing, complexity, or any other factor you think is relevant.

In what order do you draft a patent application? I know the official answer is “it depends.” But what do you find yourself do most often? For me, it’s claims —> drawings —> spec.

I’m a patent pros. paralegal working in bio/chem at my firm, 26 yo with an MS in Chem at 100k and a 115 hr billable req.
After the mental beat down that was grad school, I’m happy to have straightforward tasks and mentally coast, but my attys want me to start studying for the patent bar asap.
I like where I’m at and I know that once I start down the tech spec/agent/attorney path, it’s going to be full speed. How long do you think I can/should stay in this position before starting to study?

Any tips on starting a solo patent law firm from working in Biglaw? Worth it?

What do hiring partners (or HR in in-house) generally think about a lateral that are in the middle of a part-time MS degree program (STEM MS program)?

Any recommendations for free or reasonably priced CLE courses for patent prosecution?

Hi, are there any women-owned patent firms in the SF Bay Area that focus on patent prosecution in computer technologies? Thanks!

Any recommendations for patent prosecution practice management software for a small firm? Currently not using anything and want to be able to better manage and monitor associates.

Any recommendations for a document management system that automatically saves emails into the proper folders?

Has anyone regretted going in-house as patent counsel? If so, were you able to successfully transition back to a firm?

First year associate thinking about making the just from medium sized reputable IP firm to In House. Started at said firm summer of 1L year as a law clerk/patent agent in May 2019, have worked through school and full time as associate since Sept 2021. Feeling very “stuck” in day to day work. Love the patent/IP space but drafting and pros w/minimal human interaction is getting very difficult. Thinking In House would be better, but not sure how much experience needed. Thoughts?

What would you say the going rates are for (i) non provisional application drafting and (ii) office action responses?

Taking the patent bar in a week and it’s been so tough studying while working. I’m so behind in my hours this month, and my firm (midlaw, IP only) was pretty clear that they expect my hours to stay on track this month regardless of the exam. I don’t know how I’m going to get through this week and then make it through 6 hours of testing. Please tell me the afternoon session is easier than the morning session, like some others have said 🙏🏽

Anybody know anything about Nicholson de vos Webster Elliott for patent pros? Culture, pay, hours etc? Mid level looking to lateral

What do y’all use to draw informal figures? I currently use powerpoint but am curious if there are more efficient ways. What have you found most efficient/convenient?

How long does it take you to draft a patent application on average?

What are the pros and cons of the following IP boutique firms: Finnegan, Fish, Banner Witcoff, Oblon, Knobbe?

I’m looking for a tool that allows me to search for text in Office Actions and responses. For example, is there a way to search for ‘written description’ or ‘improper Markush’ issued by Examiner John Smith? Does something like this exist?

For those at small/medium patent pros boutiques, what is your compensation structure, billing requirements, and salary like?