Any recommendations on books I can use instead of hiring a career coach?

Hello everyone ,
I’m currently working in insurance customer service at an agency. I work in the mortgage department assisting w mortgage changes , payments etc. I’ve been thinking about becoming a claims adjuster most likely for property damage . Is it worth it ??? I hear a lot of talk about how claims adjusting is a lot of work and very demanding but I think my current position has prepared me for the challenge. What are some good companies I maybe should apply for after getting my license?

Looking to improve general communication skills (especially around structuring narrative/ key messages), any books/courses that you would recommend?

I need some advice. I have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Healthcare Administration with 20 plus years working in different Healthcare roles. I am working as a PBM Claim Specialist. What other positions can I apply for that is fully remote and better pay? Side note I am thinking of applying to nursing school sometime later down the line. Any advice will be greatly appreciated .

I have an interview with McKinsey - Senior Associate, the role pays 50k more than my current role. (3YOE)
I have no consulting experience nor do I have an MBA. Somehow I’ve passed the first 3 stages and I am now onto the case study interviews.
Has anyone went from product management into consulting, is it worth it, Am I making a mistake? (London, UK)

Just got an offer from another big 4 for a 50% increase in base.
Should I take it or stay where I am and keep pursuing an exit to Tech?
Will it be more difficult to exit if I take it?

Looking to pivot out of a top pharma marketing/ad agency and into consulting. Ultimately want to leverage both experiences to move client side or to a healthcare start up.

What are the best firms for this type of transition and why?

Like this if you hate tax and feel stuck right now with the pandemic so I know I'm not alone 😭😭😭 I wanna be a consultant so bad.. also if you have any recommendations or advice please go ahead

Would you say being a partner is more demanding than being an industry exec?

Hey Partners! I accepted a position at another firm and was bumped from manager to Senior consultant level. Could you give me some advice on 3 key things I can focus on to help me re-advance quickly?

Time taken to become a partner in any of Big 4's?

As per my knowledge in EY it is 15 to 20 YOE

Is it bad that I haven't led a radio record by myself at this point in my career? I've just never had an opportunity to. Any tips or advice? Or does this resonate with any art directors and designers out there?

What would you folks say is the best and most achievable route to take for true Program Manager (minimal tech exp) with Sec+, picking up CISSP, and wanting to get more into the technology? Thoughts?

Hello guys i am working in a public sector bank as chief manager. I am looking for a job with better work life balance and flexibility. Can you suggest me options in finance companies where i can switch? I have 8 YOE in Treasury, forex and Marketing. Also, would it be better to look for opportunities abroad? Does anyone have suggestions regarding how to go about it?

Any idea where the ceiling is for Deloitte SM in M&A strategy? What's the next step up from SM? and what the band is there?

Which one should be preferred between HTC global and TCS
Product owner/manager role in both the org
Tcs-24+1 JB
HTC global services:27 (structure yet not shared)

5yrs of exp(3 post MBA from second gen IIM)

Bangalore location
Please suggest with reasons , if possible
Not heard of HTC global much, hence worried about Job security and growth opportunities in htc global

Honest reviews on BCG Platinion for Cyber? Worth making the jump?

McK associate equivalent at Accenture consulting?

Can you guys like this post & help me get likes so that I can send DM’s and connect with the right people please :)

Welcome to the 30s and 40s singles bowl! Here’s to hoping the posts in this bowl are a bit more mature. Relying on the honor system here, try not to lie about your age.

How long does it take to get the result after AWS-SAA exam?

Makkaley, with the transportation reimbursement policy - chennai la enga venalum suthalam eh enna ? Illaa, verum office location pona Mattum dhan eligible eh?

Hi All,
Recently for a couple of months there is a news that Deloitte is expanding operations in Coimbatore & Bhubaneswar…
Does any one know from when it’ll be operational.

And is it Deloitte USI

Hey all! I’m a copywriter in Chicago and considering relocating to Minneapolis. Any creatives who have done the same? What do you like/dislike about both cities? Looking for any advice and perspective

Looking to sublease a 2/2 at the Santal in SW austin overlooking hill country views July-November 2k/month

Hi Fishes,
My YOE: 8.4
Stack : .NET Full Stack Angular Developer
Current : 15.4 L.P.A

Am on notice period (70 days remaining )
Offer in Hand : TCS, 21 L.P.A

Need suggestions on some good product based companies which I could target..
I already Have 4+ YOE in product based company

Thank You In Advance.. 🤗

Hey, I am looking for a Project Manager opportunity in Bangalore. I have nearly 3 years of experience as a Product Owner and as a Project Lead

Appreciate any leads

Any books that you found very helpful to read as expecting parents? We’re just nine weeks along, but would love to start preparing however we can!

Has anyone been successful in negotiating the schedule on a global pregnancy bill? My provider won't bill by visit and split the global cost into four payments all due by the 28th week. I don't understand how that's legal since it is so off the calendar of services and crosses calendar years (and insurance coverage), where most costs are incurred at the end of pregnancy with increased visit frequency and delivery.

How much will Amazon pay for CSE-1 role max? YOE - 4.5 . Current CTC 12

What is the package people often get for CSE-1 role there

Where’s the best place to watch sunset around downtown Chicago?

Hi, What should be the salary for 9 yr experience in azure devops ?

Hi 🐠, connecting documents for I-485 filling. Any insight on the medical check? I don't have vaccination records. Is this required?

My H1b is up for renewal in Jun 2022, can I switch jobs before renewal and what does the new company have to do? If they're transfering my H1b do they need to apply for renewal as well? Or would it be recommended to wait until the renewal?

I joined tcs on feb 2022
Recently I resigned, i know it was worst decision to leave tcs early but also worst to join 😁🥲

Is moving from Product management to management consulting a right move given the future growth and compensation ? I have around 11 plus years of IT experience largely in Product Management.When I see LinkedIn profile of management consultants I see few of them get hired on C level positions in other companies but do not see that for Product manager except starting their own startup.Need suggestions if i should keep this transition dream or not

Just read Super Pumped!! Made me realize only a madman like Travis could’ve upended the taxi/ car industry. Anyone else read it?

Has anyone read the Pyramid Principle by Barbara Minto? Is it a good read?

Drucker is the OG! The Effective Executive 🔥🔥🔥

So many recent other recent business books are highly derivative

What are the other classics?

In 2023 I'm wanting to help make my management more effective. So, I'm looking for a book or a couple of books to gift my team this holiday season. I would like books that focus on communication and taking ownership. Any recommendations?

Best book you've read recently on personal finance?

Thinking of writing a book.
I started as a housekeeper and now I’m a Data Analyst. I’ve learned a lot along the way.
Anyone have any tips?

Looking for good books on investing. Open to anything- real estate, stock market, etc. please leave any suggestions on what to read and anything to avoid - thanks fishes!!

What is everyone reading right now? Any suggestions?

Do you read multiple books at once? Power through one at a time? Do you set a page or chapter daily/weekly goal? Only do audiobooks? Please share your reading habits so we 🐟 can borrow/steal like artists 🎨.

For me, I set 20-30 pg min/night and listen to a different audiobook to/from work. The audiobook thing is new as I've never read >1 at once. Considering 1 chapter/night w/ 3 different books (3 ch/night)... I just want to read them all though not sure - may muddle if one > others.

What book has changed your life? Looking for personal growth/motivational books for summer

Loving this new bowl! Please share your favorite business books with me. Topics of interest are personal finance, career, entrepreneurship, and life-work-balance and joy.

I thought it would be good to have a bowl where we can post book reviews / recommendations.

I am reading "the 48 laws of power" by Robert Greene and wondering whether it still applies in today's corporate world.

How do you make time for reading in your schedule? Is it something you do in the early morning? On breaks? Before sleep? I can never seem to fit it in

Do you use audio books or find them useful?

Favorite books on leadership styles and mindset training?

Post your favorite books atm mine are:

Atomic Habits by James Clear
Outliers Malcolm Gladwell

I loved Rise. It really helped me understand the difference in necessary skills and mindset across different leadership levels. Anyone else read it?

Just starting out in consulting right out of college. Any book recs?

I just “read” we listened to “The Nowhere Office”. As we are RTOing it really struck home. Highly recommend.