Any tips on staying productive on a boring project?

My project isn’t mentally stimulating and cant teach me much at this point, and usually I feel like in-person interaction with clients / my team makes everything more energizing. But currently with WFH I only have maybe 1 meeting a day and feel like I’m just here churning out documents. How do you push through the boredom and get stuff done 😪

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

I'm on the same boat

like

Leave. Life is too short. You say you’re only two years in but time will fly and your time is valuable. You need to get on something that will progress your career.

like

If the project is boring but still gives you some free time, use that extra time to work on things you want to learn or like. If not just enjoy it being easy for the time being and goof off while you can

like

It is better than a super demanding project that eats up your free time. I’m staying on my boring project till I exit

like

Well what is ur role and how many YoE do u have

Consultant with almost 2 YOE - so not much leverage to switch projects

Leave

Network your way onto another project. Or find a new job

Oh no. I would say enjoy the free time while it lasts then. Wouldn’t hurt to look for outside opportunities too at 2 YOE!

like

Related Posts

How are Ogilvy and McGarry Bowen these days, creative wise, client retention, good “place” to work, work-life balance, etc.?

like

Anyone know of available part-time (3-5 hours week) Salesforce Project Management gigs?

likefunny

Anyone have experience with Nomos? Don’t have a lot of exposure there but a client recommended looking at them. Scrolled through their selections and loved the Lambda but it’s way out of my range.

Hi
Can anyone help me how should i explain my project on which i worked in my current company to the interviewer.would be very helpful if someone can help with the basic format from start to end or else can give example of their own project.

Thanks in advance

like

I'm having 2 offers currently for data engineer position, 1. Quantiphi: fixed 15, 1 VP. Project: electronic health records
2. Virtusa: fixed 16.15, VP 5%. Project: British telecom. Migration project, PySpark coding with AWS glue EMR.

Please suggest me which one is best?? Feb 8th is my LWD.
I'm also in 2nd round at other companies like Brillio , NetApp (Data ops)

like

Hi Guys,
I have joined Ofss 1 week back and on second day itself I was allocated to project and onboarding WIP I received mail stating to report back to office 3 days per week under hybrid work model
policy.Is this compulsory my base location is 2600 km from my current location as I am joining the citi project its seems difficult for me to grasp things though I have only 1 yr of prior exp by I think my team is expecting a lot so moving to new city and learning at same time is not possible .

Guys pls reply…
How is Impetus Leaplogic project for a data engineer ? In terms of technology used and WLB?

like

Hi All,
I am a software developer with 9 years of experience working in Java based backend technologies. I am looking for WFH opportunities. Any help would be appreciated Thanks

like

Any good recommended books on how to build a scalable product and team? I'm looking for recommendations for two areas: 1) in general laying the groundwork in a startup to have the tools and especially processes in place to scale, and 2) tactical focus on building a SaaS project. I've been promoted into a management role from Dev roots, so need to learn more PM processes to be an effective manager in day job, plus would like to start building my own SaaS solution.

like

Hi please advise

can join client organisation; will their be any conflicts with current company?

like

Hi Fishes,
I am looking for #remote opportunity in servicenow as a senior java developer. Currently working at
Citi Pune with 5.5 yoe in java, spring boot and microservices. Any referral is appreciated.
Thanks!

likefunny

Hi All, I request you to please help me with my query. I have joined capgemini three weeks back. They told me direct project but they tagged me to bench.

According to current scenario, what would be the timeline in bench to get the project. I got an mail to get the project within 30 days so If I am not able to get it , is there any consequences on it. Please help me my queries.

like

As majority of the organisations has asked their employees back to office which is hybrid mode in most cases. I would like to know, Which companies are providing complete work from home?

like

How is Client interview conducted in persistent systems

like

What are the testing based client projects in Accenture which has API automation and new automation testing tools.

like

When is WFH ending ?

like

More Posts

I got offer from ecolab Bangalore. Should I join it?
What is it to work in such company?

like

Hello Fishies-!!!!!

I had question, when we apply for a job in another country, they usually ask a question “Are you legally allowed/eligible to work in that country”

In such a case, do you select yes or no? What is the criteria to answer that question?

Please help!

like
like

#LTIMINDTREE Weekend Drive for BA and SAP-17th Dec 2022.

Interested Candidates Share Your EmailId along with JobCode.

Post Photo
like

That feeling that your boss finds out you have a mental disability makes you wonder if he still views you as an asset or a liability. I’m a bit scared on how my work performance will be evaluated.

like

Is Nagarro Lucknow office started ?

People on bench , how are you spending your day/time? Please share some stuff so that it can help/motivate others like me.

like
like

General thoughts on moving over to the vendor side? Specially for an account manager role. Advantages/disadvantages?

like

Considering a transition back into consulting...which firms are recruiting?

like

Noob question - I want to consolidate the dates into a single dates column. Would numpy or pandas help me reorganize this dataset effectively or should I do it within excel?

Post Photo
like

Hi! About to join a PE consulting firm but don't have an extensive experience in doing CDD. Any good books /online courses with some practical examples that you'd recommend to get upto speed?

TIA!

like

What are some good books to read if I want to learn how to better show up for the team as a manager?

like

Putting together a reel for IG in AE on a LIVE.

like

Was told I’d only have one round (4 interviews), each split 50/50 on case/behavioral. This is for an Associate position and will be interviewing with AP/P/SP level. Is this typical? Since I see most people have multiple rounds.

like

Considering moving from UES to Murray hill due to a current roommate situation. I love the UES but Murray hill also seems like a solid location close to a lot of my favorite downtown spots. Thoughts?

like

Am I the only one who gets offers from clients with crazy unrealistic expectations about how fast a page can grow? Like no, sorry, I can’t get you 100,000 new TikTok followers within a month.

like

Anyone know the agency who did the Ontario workplace safety spots? Thought those were funny.

like

The new junior on my team is from the South and refers to me as “Sir” and it’s making me feel all kinds of ways. How to proceed from here?

likefunny

I was recently approached by a recruiter about a position as a litigation attorney at the DOJ. Unfortunately, he didn’t have any more specific information other than what I would be doing is “generally commercial litigation.” Can anyone share insights on what this may entail? Is it normal for a recruiter to be placing people for these government repositions?

Additional Posts in Consulting

Hey all, can you pls recommend resources to get up to speed on Fraud and Risk management for Payments in fintech? Books /sites? I’m not in consulting anymore so no access to internal decks. Thanks!

like

Complete shit show at the ohare security line at T3. Good thing I showed up 2 hours in advance

like

My dad has been driving the same old CRV for the last 10 years. Has no interest in getting a new one. I want to buy him a new car, but he doesn’t seem interested in lux brands. Should I still do it?

like

One of very few things I am passionate about is high fashion. But the opportunities (e.g. corp dev) in high fashion seem so limited. Can anyone advise how to break into high fashion? I am a strategy

like

Anyone ever heard of anyone failing a background check?

like

Top consulting firms right there!!

Post Photo
funnylike

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... 😂

likefunnyuplifting

Looking for some material for a crash course in IT strategy consulting - books article etc. any recommendations would be appreciated

like

Suggested books or resources to learn more about strategy consulting? Different analysis, acronyms, etc.

like

Robinhood question- my average does not change even after selling part of the stocks. Is anyone else facing this problem?

like

What are exit opportunities for restructuring folks in Alvarez & Marsal and AlixPartners?

like

Anyone here have thoughts on LMI? Strictly a D.C. Based business I believe

like

Hi, I am a PhD student and I have recently started preparing for consulting. I have gone through basics of framework and have watched few YouTube videos. I am at the point where I am seeing diminishing returns by studying more books. Anyone willing to help or are there people in the same boat? Would love to connect with potential study/case buddies! TIA!

like

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

Have any 🐠 here worked in Australia and then moved to the US? I'm in Sydney and want to move, but would love to know more about how the work environment and culture compare

like

Is there a difference between the kind of case work available between McKinsey and BCG for their healthcare practices?

like

On the night flight tonight!! ....still up at 4:30am 😑😞

like

Are any top consulting firms hiring for experienced analysts currently? I know ACN and some others are cyclical for resources 2-3 years out of college, but I’m looking to make a move sooner than fall

like

My husband is taking the bar today. So nervous for him. It has been a rough few months. Send positive energy his way!

like

I am currently waiting for the job offer for a consulting firm but I was told it could take several months. Between now and then, I have plenty of time for myself. What should I be doing to prepare myself for the new job? Any recommendations for newsletter/industry reports/books/ coursea courses? Thank you all!

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal