Any recommendations for a CISSP prep course and materials?

Has anyone successfully been able to pivot to careers without stepping back after 10+ yrs of implementation work? I’d love you hear your journey and how you went about doing so.

Hello and welcome to the bowl! Please feel free to post questions, share insights and provide anecdotes from your current or future careers!

Any company is hiring EU citizens and helping with visa? interested in moving to USA. I'm lawyer, cissp, cisa, cipp/e and specialized n data privacy, cybersec ops and risk management with 8+ years exp

Looking for insight on avg total comp for registered middle management with big bank. Considering making the jump from a branch advisor to managing a team of branch advisors. I’m newly 9/10 licensed. I’ve been building book in a bank branch but the consumer bank side of the job is draining. I’m making $155k total, $75k of that is salary. Anticipating a $130k salary offer if I go management route, with small annual bonus. Any others with experience that can speak to this?

What’s the best way to pivot into data analytics role from accounting/reporting background?

Additionally; what’s the best way to do it from the managerial level (I.e. currently FR Manager).

Dreaming of less stress and more freedom these days. What would you all be doing if you weren't in this field?

Which are some of well recognized certifications in Healthcare IT space? I have around 3 years of exp in Payer side and will like to make my CV stronger with a certification. Looking for something like PMP for Project Management

Hi anyone from VMware .
Requesting information on the designation structure in VMware india.Thanks in advance

How many people get promoted to S1 from A2? Didn’t do well in A1.

Hi everyone, applied for an investment consulting internship few weeks back.
It's a client facing job, but it might come at a later stage of a job, maybe after finishing my internship and getting a job offer.
I'm interested to know what is the must develop skills, must take courses or must read books to get insight, develop the required knowledge and skills for the position. I majored in business management finance and currently preparing for CFA level 1. Thanks in advance ☺️

Hi All, just sharing what on mind to vent it out from my system. Maybe with this I could gain some insights and inspiration.
I have been working as a data scientist since 2018 & have been the bread winner. I have neither been under a proper mentor nor with a team of peers from my field to help me out. I was alone and confused. I have never really got the chance to prove myself which makes me all the more depressed. I'm not sure what to do with my future, indecisive and low on confidence.

Any ZScaler Commercial AEs here?

Just got a call about a 96k base:
/160k OTE role out of Plano TX

I’m intrigued but I want to know 2 things:
1. Culture/WLB - how is it?
2. Realistic market opportunity/opportunity to crush quota (obv dependent on many things)

Background: Currently making 95k/160k OTE at a boutique research and consulting firm. I’m happy but we’re extremely flat with little to no opp for promotion in the next 2+ years.

Any recommended books to read prior to beginning a summer associate position? Transactional/ Corporate & Finance

Hello Fishes,

Currently working as a Business Analyst with PwC. Got a call from Hexaware. Is it worth it shifting from PwC to Hexaware? Any suggestions??

Anyone have input about moving from sales to professional services…looking for pros and cons to consider.

I’m geotechnical engineer, but I couldn’t get a good position to allow me to learn more especially, I want to turn to design and softwares , any recommendations please

I am currently working mostly in Data Analytics, but I want to transition into Data Engineering. I've applied to a couple Data engineer positions but it seems I don't have the qualifications for them. Should I maybe look for Jr. Data Engineer positions to get experience and try to move up from there? If so anybody know of any Jr. Data Engineer positions available?

How can I switch careers from being a QAE to a Software developer/web developer? Any pointers will be helpful

Compliments to Walgreens creative team. Love the new pharmacy commercial with a focus on sun damaged skin.

Anyone have good resources (online or book) to learn about the finance function?

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.

Just got a new job! How long until I can update my linkedin? I’ve heard you should wait until you’re two weeks into the job - is that accurate?

Looking to move out in about 1-1.5 years.. any thoughts on where to park a large sum of cash for the time being? I feel like just having it sit in regular savings is a waste, but putting it anywhere even if it’s not known for being risky still rubs me the wrong way! 1st time home buyer, thanks!l!

What's that TV moment of 2022 that will be remembered for a lifetime?

Fishes in the Bay Area, is your comp higher than your peers b/c of the high cost of living?

Anyone transferred to the Bay Area and was able to have your comp adjusted for the move?

Does McKinsey and BCG go for external hires for the “Principal” role (level below MD/Partner) Or is everyone home grown at this level.

Any recommendations for good camera for both photography and video? Need to upgrade my 8yr old Canon Rebel.

Former client( filed a bar grievance that was dismissed, sent me a demand letter that an attorney responded to on my behalf, and filed a BBB complaint against my non-BBB law firm) has now pro se filed a lawsuit against me in small claims court. Alleging misrepresentation, failure to file a lawsuit, and failure to advise during the process. I have phone logs, emails, and billing notes (all of which she has) that show she’s lying. Should I notify my malpractice carrier? All advice appreciated!

Only For MacBook Users -
I slightly dropped my MacBook and apparently (slightly) damaged the keyboard and trackpad as per service Center. I don’t see any visible damage to the system but that’s what they say and are charging me about 28k for this even though my system is in warranty period (will complete a year in a few days). Are there any workaround for this? Like I can use external keyboard or maybe negotiate, anything else?

Trevor from GTA was in The Walking Dead. Mind blown.

Hi, does anyone know the salary of a manager in IT Audit (or regular audit) in the big 4 in Singapore? Also, do you know what the working hours are like in normal and busy season. Thanks in advance

Hello Fishes, I'm new to fishbowl and need your help and support
I'm serving NP which will end in 15 Days.
Need referral , if anyone can help, in Amazon, capita
YOE:- 5 years

Hi what should be the salary for senior BA role at fidelity. Cleared the interview. Current CTC is 15 lpa.

Anyone on here working/worked at Moderna Norwood location? What are you experiences and do you recommend? Are there any “buts” or red flags?

All these announcers do is talk about how Aaron Rodgers is God… it’s worse than Brady.

H1B folks — perspective on the new rules and how it will affect foreign workers in consulting? Seems like the higher wages basically forces out anyone below Manager /SM level in HCOL cities.

Pro Tip: when an MD / Partner asks if you can help them schedule a meeting, respond with, “Sure! All you have to do is open Outlook and click ‘New Meeting.’”

Teach a man to fish...

I finally have an extra room to set up a home office. I’m looking at motorized standing desk, but there are so many options out there that it is overwhelming. What’s your recommendation for an L-shaped desk?

Insights into the best consulting firms for public service/ nonprofit work?

What are the best consulting firms for pricing (consumer goods focused)?

What are the paths to VC (particularly healthcare centered VC's) from Management Consulting at PwC?

Top 10 books to read about consulting life ?

Help - how do I fight claims by scammer healthcare providers?

I recently went to 2 different providers.

Dentist, made appt via Zocdoc to see a dentist that was in network. Another dentist at the location saw me instead who was out of network. I have text evidence they said it would be covered before visit. Claim was denied - asking for ~500 dollars.

Saw a specialist who’s office staff verified my insurance would fully cover the claim. Get the claim, says they are out of network. Owe 600.

What are the BCG ring fences and how is each one? Can you join any of them or are you required to do the one closest to your home office

I'm a recovering engineer in consulting and want to learn more about finance. Are there any online programs that would also look good on resume? There are certificate programs by MIT, Harvard, Princeton, but not sure if they are worth the cost. TIA!

What’s the best ergonomic mouse y’all recommend? Can you please provide a link? TIA

Hi all! My brother has 8 YOE post his Masters with a US bank in their rates trading division as a software developer- managing, supporting and developing software for pricing trade executions, risk management and reporting requirements for the trading desk. He wants to pivot out of banking and maybe look for an opportunity with FAANG or with MBB/Tier2 consulting. Any inputs on how to go about this transition, what hiring managers look for and if consulting is an option? TIA

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

Do you invite your clients to connect with you on LinkedIn, or wait for them to send a request?

What’s an EVP role at Bain?

Inspired by one of my kids' favorite books, I penned this masterpiece of an Ode to Consulting:

One senior partner all alone
Calls two managing directors on the phone
Three associate partners at the door
Bring along another four
Five senior managers come overdressed
Six managers show up with a guest
Seven senior consultants arrive in a sack
Eight associates sneak in the back
Nine analysts come to work
ALL THE CONSULTANTS GO BERSERK!!!

Ok, I'll show myself out now... 😂

I'm almost at the point of an offer, and also just started a 6 month long engagement since my utilization was taking a hit. How do you fish recommend dealing with the situation once the offer comes?

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

Anyone else hear that post-CRT partners will get fired this year in commercial advisory? How the hell does a partner get fired....