Anyone here moved from TAS/Corp Strategy to Corp Dev? I’m a Manager in TAS and looking to switch to CD. Currently have an offer for Corporate Strategy but not sure if Corporate Strategy to CD transition will be possible. Any advice will be great!

Hey guys,

Can you let me know some good companies to work for which will provide me with more visibility and learning on Cloud DevOps.

Wondering for anyone who got their CFF (Ceritified Financial Forensics) designation. Was it difficult? How long does it take to study for using the review course? Is the exam mainly multiple choice or short answer and how difficult? Any guidance or tips would help please. I already have my CFE but just want to know if CFF is worth it

Does anyone have a switch?

Anyone know how to progress correctly in this career? I’ve always wanted to do human capital. I’m 1.5 YoE, but I’ve done mostly OCM work. What can study, certify, or move into to improve my skills/marketability? Mostly interested in HR strategy and People Analytics. Halp.

Big law M&A attorney with only ~1 year experience (but prior experience in corporate accounting/finance at F500). Really hate big law, so I'm starting to explore other options. What kinds of roles/positions are possible in house? What type of compensation? Please don't reference the Robert Half stuff...unless I don't know how to read any of those sources, they don't seem to be helpful at all at helping me navigate this.

Anyone at meta switch teams? I like my work but my boss isn’t the best manager so I’d be interested in staying but moving around if possible

Coming from a larger firm and interviewing with the CFO a growing startup for a FP&A manager role. What are some good questions to ask at the end? Current FP&A team is 5-6

Hi Fishes,

Can someone tell me about
1.the WLB
2. job security
3. Internal/ yearly hikes
4. Growth , at Apisero.

Atleast on a high level,as per your knowledge.
YOE - 2¹/².

Did anyone here have a professor or mentor that changed their life and got them into this industry?

I’ve been approached my by company (software) that one of our large clients (who im currently project managing for) is looking for a consultant of sorts, and if they hire us, I’d be the first person asked to take on this consultant role. This isn’t something my company typically offers and would greatly change the scope of my role. Has anyone ever taken on a role like this? If so, were you able to negotiate a percentage of the consulting fee? Or was it a bump in salary during the project?

If you were an early stage PM (1 year PM at a start-up after 2 at BCG), what company would you go to for maximum future earning potential?

And would you stay in PM or go to product strategy?

Moving to SF this fall and need to start applying now.

Anyone go to product from data science? Any thoughts on your transition?

What’s a good CISA program?

How realistic is it to land an AD position as a fresh grad (with a doctorates) and a handful of pharma & FDA interships? I'll have over a year of (consistent) work experience at a large pharma company and I have prior leadership/mgt experience in a gov't position prior to changing career paths and pursuing my doctorates. TIA!

Which job would you take? 200k TC with 40 hours a week VS. 240k TC with 60 hours a week (FAANG-Amazon)?

How can I land an AWS Job? Masters in Data science, cloud practitioner certified looking to get Solutions architect. I want to work at Amazon so badly. I love machine learning and have hands on experience.

Best job to get to transition into HR?

Does anyone know where to start in HR please?

My goal role in 5 years let’s say is Chief People Officer / People & Culture Director, etc.

My background is 12+ years in customer/client experience, coaching, sales, and account management. I’m finishing a Lv7 executive coaching course and starting a CIPD Lv5 people management course.

Any ideas on what roles I can start with? Don’t care if it’s a simple role, getting in with a good company is important.

Just finished my degree in managerial science and have a minor in marketing and a Sales certificate. Have had 4 different management jobs. Just accepted an opportunity as a district manager for an Insurance company. Not 100% sure about Commission-based only. Would love to manage in the sales world, and would love to travel on a weekly basis. Any advice or am I aiming for something unrealistic at the moment?

Been in HR for 3 years and would like to get into Global Mobility. Speaks 3 languages and have had minor exposure to visa/ immigration in my past life.
All the roles I came across so far all required 3-4 years of relevant exp - any idea on where or how I might be able to break into this field?

I only have a few thousand delta sky miles. What’s the website I can use to redeem them? Can I use them to pay for hotel nights?

I recently visited for the first time the Santiago Bernabeu stadium, the stadium of the world-famous Real Madrid team, and despite being a physical engineer, I can not help but recognize that civil engineers are magicians, my congratulations to them.

Partners, what skills help you succeed as partners? How does one start developing those skills as an associate, senior associate, manager etc?

Is it even possible to get HSW with a low GPA (3.3-3.5 range) if you’re an ORM guy? Even if you went to top 20 undergrad, top GMAT (780-800), good work experience (top consulting firms+FAANG)?

Any insight on getting MBA from mendoza as far as prospects for transitioning into a post-mba strategy consulting role? It’s ranked outside the top 15 but from research seems like it still sends plenty of grads to top consulting firms (not MBB)

Which are the best consulting firms in Europe for Retail/FMCG?

In the “ups and downs” of being a partner / MD, what are the “everyday ups” that you experience?

Friend looking to switch careers from architecture to consulting - would she be able to get into MBB with ~3 years of experience in top firms? If so, would she have to start as a BA?

Looking for advice to safely invest Escrow portion of my mortgage, since I was able to stop paying from Escrowz starting this month.

As you know, this cannot be risk in stock market, what are safe options

Partner sternly talked to me today about “not following the chain of command” after pinging my Director a question while she was OOO/vacation (it’s busy season, we file in a month) - continued...

What is the average annual salary increase for a first year associate starting at $125k at a busy midsized firm in New York? What would be reasonable to ask for (assuming a $300 billable rate and 1800 billable requirement)?

Spotify earns so much yet gives musicians almost nothing. I’m starting to feel guilty for supporting Spotify. Any alternatives that give artists a fair share?

Does anyone ever use a SPG SET code from a company you don’t work for? Have you ever been asked for ID? Is this risky)

Any SLPs who are also rehab directors/clinical directors? I am looking into a job with this title at an out patient clinic. Any advice?

Anyone here from Mynd Solutions Pvt Ltd. Please connect ??

Has anyone considered during on-line tutoring as a side hustle? Asking for a friend.

Tips for staying on track to hit billable targets at the start of a new billable year?

Hey Londoners- where can I get a great and cheap haircut?

In IB, curious what pre-close vs post-close procedures are from a financial due diligence standpoint

When you send a sell side Databook to the buy side, do you typically hard code the entire spreadsheet? If so, why?

Anyone here part of DDV? (delivering deal value - pwc) What’s the work like? What are the other equivalents at KPMG, EY & Deloitte ?

How are Accounting Advisory salaries and work hours/predictability compared to FDD? I've nearly a year of FDD experience now and want to move to Accounting Advisory.

Are there any resources available to prepare for an FDD case study interview?

Any insight on KPMG's Deal Advisory & Strategy Core Rotation internship and how the rotation would work over 8-10 weeks

What GAAP knowledges do they expect you know if transitioning to FDD as a senior?

Has anyone done an m&a tax case study for industry jobs? Heard most jobs have them as part of the interview process. Anyone have any insight they can share? Misty dd or structuring? Domestic or international? Thanks!

A&M people, is it possible to get hired into the FDD practice out of an FDD role at an MM firm like RSM/BDO/GT? I’m wondering if I would need to switch to big 4 first to even have a shot.

How has the deals market been this month? Is it looking like things are going back to normal or is there still uncertainty?

Is FP&A to corporate strategy a realistic switch?

Enjoy it so far but just wondering what my options are down the line. Never worked in M&A/FDD but thought maybe people in this bowl would have some insight.

What are the day to day responsibilities like at the analyst/senior associate level?

How much would you expect as a base for FDD manager 2 (soon to be in oct) if I were to lateral from EY to other big 4? I’m in HCOL. (Less than NYC and SF)

Anyone at PwC or BDO looking to pick up some referral bonus cash?? Have 1.5 YOE in audit, NYC, looking for FDD roles. DM me!

Starting FDD at EY in NY soon any tips or advice?

Mulling an offer from big 4 for S1/S2 FDD in VHCOL with base $130k and sign on bonus. Is that standard for VHCOL?

Anyone work in banking willing to PM me and give me a little overview of your job? Having career pivot thoughts and COVID is making networking a bit more challenging. TIA!!

Anyone know what the benefits (health, 401k, etc) are like at Alvarez & Marsal? Know it’s unlimited PTO but wanted to see if they skimp on the benefits because of the high comp.