Any Scrum Masters who transitioned from software engineering? Do u recommend it? What steps were taken for this transition?

I’m 27 & going to go to back to college for my bachelors. I have worked in the legal field for about 8 years & I’m burnt out. After a lot of research an thought I am leaning towards either architecture or interior design. I wanted to ask some advice from anyone working as an architect or interior designer. How do you feel about the field? What are the stress levels like? Do you enjoy it? Are you working at firm or are you working independently? Any info helps! Thanks 😊

Anyone hear of a patent attorney going to an investment bank, hedge fund, or venture capital firm?? Considering a change. Thought I could use my skills to help investors analyze and valuate companies.

Advice on taking and passing the SPHR exam?

Ex-consultant now in marketing. Used to be an avid follower here and got great insights on companies when trying to exit consulting so thought I’d try here for advice. Outside of FAANG, what are good large CA-based tech companies that provide good pay, WLB, and culture? DD has great people and WLB, but pay is low and you’re not given the tools and resources to succeed + truly make an impact. Google and Apple are ideal but need backups. Like is Salesforce still good? A company along those lines.

Does anyone else here work at a hotel front desk? How long did it take to get a promotion?

I’ve got a friend in Dubai who has experience in IB and VC at junior levels (in London and Dubai) and would like to break into consulting. He’s at a small cap VC at the moment and works not that challenging, and he wants to break into MBB or tier 2 for strategy. Anyone happy to look at his CV?

ZS fish, Is there a Senior Consultant level at the firm? I am currently a M3 in Lighthouse at 174k base (7.5YoE) doing data science.
If SC doesn't exist, is Manager a good level to target, or is Consultant more like it? Looking for 200k base at a minimum.
Expect my current year TC to be around 200-210k.

Does your PhD define your research for your career?

What are thoughts in transitioning from Life Sci Consultant to a Medical Science Liaison for a large pharma? Is that a lateral move or a downgrade?
Also, any perspectives on MSLs welcome!

Having a baby and looking for consulting exit opps. I’ve been in strategy consulting for two years and recently promoted to manager. All projects were in tech or LS. Prior to consulting I have 10 yrs of Pharma experience with a MS in Engineering (non-CS) and data science. Fluent in Python, Ruby and Java but never coded professionally. Spent several years in process engineering and then project management. Interested in tech or digital health. Any advice on companies, roles and levels?

What are some examples of exit opportunities for someone with M&A due diligence experience?

Looking to finally go get my SPHR having the PHR for the past 6 years. Still value and pursuing and obtaining?

Interviewing at a startup that is pre-IPO and was told IPO may happen 12-18 months because growth has been incredible. I’ve never worked for a true startup before. Any words of advice? Pros? Cons? I’m unemployed so a bit nervous of the instability it could have and at the same time excited about the potential. Thanks!

Currently in Private Equity (in India), have an offer to join the PE practice of MBB in SGP. What are the exit options like? Would it help if i stayed in India PE role for a few more years and then try to move or would gaining SEA experience help get me into a PE role in SGP in a few years? Context: Hard to find growth+ tech focused PE roles in SGP at the moment & want to make a move in the next few years. Please advise.

Spent 10 years in big4, M&A. Looking to move to Corp Dev. Looking for any advice on making the pivot.

What books would you recommend for someone who is just starting out in security and wants to build strong fundamentals?

I'm an EMR implementation specialist looking to transition into consulting. Does anyone know of any opportunities where this kind of experience would be useful? Thank you for your help in advance!

I'm so done with public accounting!! Why is it taking so long to find another job!

Any tips for a public defender who wants to transition into big law?

Folks whose parents moved to US after getting GC, what are big ticket item you have to spend on. I guess they won't get medicare, so inaurance cost would be there. How much is health insurance. What other expenses to plan for.

When you feel like you could be providing better work product and feel like your partner isn’t your biggest fan, what advice would you have?

Could someone please explain the creative hierarchy in pharma? In general market the roles are normally: JR CW, CW, SR CW, ACD, CD, GCD, ECD. How are creative supervisor roles the same/different? Thx!

When you can't focus on work because you have a Friday date with that girl and she's occupying your mind... 😅

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

So who would like to be the CEO of United right now? Anybody? Anybody? Bueller? Bueller?

Any good book recommendations on how to refine sales pitch technique? Recently came from industry with 10 YOE but none of that experience was sales so having to scramble to find my style / technique.

Is there a hard limit on how frequent you can apply in a year at FAANG? (For instance: Amazon, Google)

Also, how many positions are we allowed to apply?
There are just many positions at different teams right.

Hi All,

My sister is searching for a job. She is currently working as PMO in Infosys from last 2 years (she has only 2 years experience). Can someone please provide referral for PMO role in Capgemini Pune?

Thanks in advance... 😊

I just screamed at my dad and walked out of our home.

This morning I was trying to get feedback from him on a business idea and his response was: Maybe you should focus on your career since you didn’t get a job in finance and had to settle for consulting, and you work at Deloitte... it’s a sweatshop. They didn’t even give you a fast track promotion did they?

This is a regular thing and it’s the fucking weekend. I could use a break.

Anyone use air table for PM? Looking for pros and cons. Thanks in advance!

My joining date is on second week of Oct with Tiger Analytics. I have seen few posts that they are postponing joining dates. I am planning to join Tiger. Will there be any issue further. Yoe:3.5 yrs

Does anybody work for Comcast? Interviewing for a Strategy role and wondering if anyone has thoughts on culture, WLB, caliber of coworkers, etc.

Any Punjabi guys here? 26F, west coast

Any female fish want to grab a drink this weekend?

Anyone who is joining TCS on 21 Nov got onboarding email?

Has anyone gone through the deloitte cyber risk interview process recently? How many interviews did you have and how was the process?? Salary?

What to wear for the EY holiday party tomorrow?

Had 2 hours of billable work today 💀

New here. I am an IT/Technical PM with CSM. Does anyone know of an open Scrum Master position in Atlanta GA or EST time?

Is a SCRUM master cert worth it?

Hello there! I’m a Scrum Master working at EY in Wealth and Asset Management space!
Let me know if anyone needs help with referrals!
The Team is hiring!

How do Program Managers handle quarterly planning in a non-SAFe organization? I’ve seen some concerning strategies and anti-patterns emerging, like trying to standardize story point estimations or using velocity to capacity plan. I’m a CSM, but not a CSPO or coach, but I’d like to know what solutions I could suggest.

Hello all, I'm starting a new role in the coming weeks as a scrum master with a brand new team. Just wondering what do you suggest as good things to do in the first few weeks of a new team? Thanks!

Looking for Scrum Master roles…. Can’t seem to be getting any interviews smh!!!

What is the best way to get into Scrum or become a Scrum Master? After one has already received a PSM but has no prior experience. I am a dev asking for a friend, but not sure on how to give them guidance.

Hello Scrummasters
I'm looking into getting a ScrumMaster certification. Do you have any advice on the best way to do it? I see the three options listed below.

Please share your experience with any of these or any advice in general with costs, the exams or anything in general that was helpful to you as a newly certified SrumMaster. Thank you in advance!

1. Professional Scrum Master™ I (PSM I) through srum com
2. Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM) through ScrumAlliance
3. Scrum Master by Scrum Inc.™

What's a typical pay range for Scrum Master with several Scrum certifications for 3-4 years experience locating in PA/NJ areas? Versus Florida? Or Texas? Does it matter where in terms in industry?

Hey! What kind of certificate did you do to go into Scrum Master role?

Which sites do you search for openings? I’m on LinkedIn, Indeed, Dice, Monster, Glassdoor. Any other sites you make know? Thanks in advance!

I'm a Senior Project Manager/Scrum Master in the Northern Virginia area. Looking to make a switch in companies and just trying to see what is out there in the Agile/Scrum or Program Management areas and expand my knowledge and relationships. Any recommendations?

Functioning currently as a PM without the title looking to transition onto the project side completely —what would be the best way to pivot?

Adding that a SCRUM is currently in the works. Open to switch companies and looking for remote.

I’m a former educator that has transitioned to working for a SaaS company. I have been hired under one role but have been managing projects in design UX/UI, content management (auditing and process development), and governance (currently working on a bot project). I certified as a scrum master but I’m having a hard time finding a Scrum position. In transparency I have been in the field about 2 years. Any and all suggestions are welcome and encouraged.

Venturing into Agile

I currently work as an Change and Release manager. I became very interested in Agile and have pursued growing in knowledge. I have the PSM1 as well as the CSM. I also plan on doing the PSPO certification.
I am also in graduate school and a few classes shy of my MBA. I have over 20 years experience. I am curious as to what the salary range is for Agile coaches, Scrum Masters, or even Product Owners. Having this information will help me negotiate well in my next role.