Anyone knows the career growth of someone in professional practice? Is there a path to move to industry after a few years in PPG?

Hello, I would like to know if it’s possible for a trader to become a data scientist please?

Does anyone have tips or advice on how to approach reentering the workforce again? Previously ex Big 4 auditor at senior level and then left for a year+ to attend to personal family matters. Looking for senior/manager positions in industry. But would be open to other opps like CFGI and the likes if it’s the right fit.

BNY Mellon technology specific questions -


#0 How much max salary for grade K ?

#1 How long does it take to promote in bny from grade K to L ?

#2 Any specific criteria for promotion? Expr , certification etc...?

#3 How much % hike to expect post promotion ?

Skills- Java, microservices,react, cloud

HSBC India JPMorgan Chase BNY Mellon | Pershing Citi BNY Mellon UBS Citi Allstate BNY Mellon | Pershing BNY Mellon Corporation HSBC India

How is work / life balance in the UX/UI Design industry? Be honest. How many hours do you work per week? Thinking of transitioning from advertising because the work life balance at agencies is bad for my mental health.

Hi fishes,
I have an offer from EY GDS
Designation: Consultant 1
Rank: 42
I have seen many people posting rank 42 as senior consultant 3. I am confused now. Kindly let me know to which category this rank belongs.

Should you join PS XT or ThoughtWorks?
YOE: 6.5
Skill: Full Stack Dev /MEAN /MERN

What is exit opportunities for business modeling/valuation?

Hello fishies, need some advice! I’m trying to figure what skills I need to develop outside of my agency to be considered successful in a mid-weight role.
I have almost 2years of experience client side, working on a smallish brand and about 6 months of experience at an agency. My agency does mostly production work and good senior creatives don’t last much.
Cont..

Can someone please explain the (new?) McKinsey London grades? You have Senior Associates now?

Looking at Penn State Smeal for EMBA going into supply chain. It's that or Darden and Defense Consulting.

Anyone have insight into either Program?

What are the exit opportunities in industry for big 4 ITS by level? (i.e. Senior, Manager, Sr. Manager, Director?)

Been helping out my sales director with some stuff lately, our only AE jumped ship. Mainly SDR style contacting and also outside sales. And I may actually…love it?

Meeting people, the volatility of the deal, the thrill of when a client signs.

I did “sales” back in college that was really just service work with 0 commission despite me being a “top producer” which really turned me off of it. But now I’m like… has anyone else gone back to a job they said they’d never do again?🤔

Unbranched from my last post :

What are the ultimate career goals for someone with our experience and skillsets?

Data, Analytics, Consulting, Industry/functional
experience, maybe some tech..

Is it to be a Chief Data Officer or similar?

I've worked closely with several CDOs, and I'm not sure it's my dream..

I'm tired of showing organizations how to be "data-driven".
I think I can't stomach more "data governance" programs.

Having said that, I know a few CDOs with TC >$1M.

Has anyone taken the CISA with little prep / could you share tips to cram and pass?

I am a self learned ux designer and working independently for my clients. Even though clients are happy with my work i feel they don't understand design much and i always feel there is a gap in my learning as there is no one to critique my work in design perspective. Have any beginner designer faced this? How do you learn when you are not working with experienced Designers?

I Joined Cognizant recently, my query is when can I look for other new opportunities? Please mention in months.

First APM gig here in Government but department lacks PM fundamentals and it’s a joke. 2 PMs jumped ship in their first 6 months. Would you recommend staying 2 years to then try to land a PM role or move now for APM?

I'm thinking about taking a switch to M&A/deals from strategy. Anyone know what the exit opps look like from deals?

Hi
I'm currently in a strategic leadership role in Academia but I'm now looking for new a challenge and what opportunities are available at EY. My expertise covers Corporate growth Strategy and Digital innovation.
I'm really keen to hear from anyone that could be of help in making this transition. Any leads/referrals would be much appreciated.

Herman Miller Aeron vs Embody. Which one do you like better? Thinking about getting one for home office.

Favorite office chair?

Has anyone used a virtual assistant?
My practice pivoted hard during covid.
I used to travel 60,000 miles a year to meet clients. Now it's mostly virtual from my home office. I have clients choose virtual who live closer to my office than I do.
What is your experience and what do you have them do?

I am working in TCS with 12.4 years experience. I have an 18.96 LPA package right now. I got an offer from LTI of 25 LPA with 15% variable with P4 grade. Is it too less?

8/12/22 check in🙌

Hello Fishes,

Can you please share your SAP SD interview experience with Deloitte?
Usually what level it is and few areas just for an idea?
Yoe- 4

13 lpa capgemini in hand will be ??

Is there is any use of peakon survey if you raise any concern?

Hi Guys, Could anyone please help me clarify if band 5 is greater or band 7 in HSBC? Because with Band 7 the role is Change Manager and with Band 5 it says Analyst. And I am a bit confused.

Who makes the best nato straps? Not a fan of the really thick seatbelt ones, but want something comfortable yet still durable.

Why would you RE ? Just curious

Does anybody work a part-time job for spending money? I’m considering working one retail shift a week purely so I can have some frivolous spending money that doesn’t impact the budget. Is it crazy to kill 6 hours a week for less than $250 a month?

What would be average or realistic to start dating after a break up of a 3yrs relationship? She broke up 6 months ago. Seeing a girl giving mixed signal for 5 months already. Haven’t dated yet..

What’s the typical salary for a Senior Associate in Dallas? Glassdoor states about $65k for 3 years experience. Don’t know if that’s truly accurate. Thanks!!

Anyone asked to work at the client site for busy season?

I honestly feel like the Director on my engagement is running this Job like the Fyer Festival..😐#whateverItTakes

Does anyone know anything about Duff & Phelps TAS or FTI Consulting TAS? Any insights would be greatly appreciated!

Could anyone share the winter assurance internship experience in FS investment management at PwC? (NY) Like how many working hours per week? culture? How busy? How likely will get FT offer? Outlook?

i found the CPA exams less stressful than audit busy season. anyone else feel the same?

How big of a career hit would I take going to a regional firm? I’m 8 months in and really want to get back to hometown but B4 offices are very small there

Why do you stay at your job? Why shouldn’t I quit tomorrow morning?

What are your favorite auditing sayings? I have a lot but my personal favorite is: “Is the juice worth the squeeze?"

If you had the opportunity to switch firms and move to a different country (on a temporary work program) how long you think should it be (similar role, different company, across the globe). 3 months?

I’ve been asked to do an accounting assessment for a role in FAAS at EY as a Senior. Anyone have any idea what sort of questions I should expect?

If I move states as a2 is it going to slow my progression? Should I wait to hit senior first?

Any ideas on books to read? No preference in genre.

Hi. I have received the EY Saville Assessment request for the audit role I applied. Any ideas on what to expect and tips on acing it.

What insurance carrier do other B4s have? Pdubs has United Health.

Anyone else think Aetna heath insurance is worst waste of money for employees and employer? How is it even offered as a benefit??

How to look about for opportunities for Acca candidate who has 3y experience in external audit ? Looking for suggestions ! Thanks

Got an interview at Deloitte tomorrow. Just a phone interview but I want this role. It's tech advisory. Any tips?

thinking of applying for Gap Sr Analyst role , coming out of public with 2 years experience.. what yall think?

I have colleagues interested in helping with any ITGC/SOX/Year-End Testing part-time through the end of busy season. Any suggestions on where they should go, look, or who to talk to?