Anyone severely underperform getting their JD and wind up pursuing an LLM to become more competitive in the job market? Tell us your story.

Hey guys! Currently in WM ops at Morgan Stanley for the past 1 year dealing with alternative lending, I’m super underpaid with 3 years of experience which is very frustrating. (73k). Have been at Morgan for 1 year and looking to come over to JPM for an ideal pay bump, but would like to get into IB type roll. Any insight on what I should expect or how to go about applying? Maybe even getting referred? I have a deep knowledge of investments and always felt inclined to go down this route.

My background is in tech transactional. I joined a cybersecurity SaaS startup at the end of last year and now also handle more generalist matters in addition to all things commercial-related. I have a number of books on contracts that I’ve found super helpful over the years (The Tech Contracts Handbook, A Manual of Style for Contract Drafting, Sign Here, etc.). Can anyone recommend books they’ve found helpful for L&E matters, privacy matters, product matters, or marketing/advertising matters?

Is it possible to move from a copywriter job to medical writing?

Has anyone used a career coach? Not a recruiter but someone who can give advice on making career changes. Any good names come to mind?

Any advice (besides good GMAT) on how to get into a top MBA post consulting? Im a public sector consultant.

Hello All. I am a recent licensed attorney in NY and AZ. A former judge from Albania. I hold a JD from ASU. Unfortunately, being only focused on trademark associate positions, I have not landed my first year associate job. Actually working in house as a trademark paralegal. Do you remember how did you get your first job as a trademark attorney? Where is a good place I should send my resume in AZ, NY, or for remote? New in the States and I do not have such network! Thanks

What’s one thing you’d like to see improve in your current career?

I’m recently finished my PhD and the transition to full time work has been overwhelming. How was the transition for you?

Are there any specific resources (books, articles, individuals, courses) for someone who wants to focus on being a Group Product Manager?

Does your PA firm require a CPA license to go to manager and above? What firm are you with?

Risk fishes I’ve got an question. Would it be really beneficial to do MBA as a Risk consultant and would it be an enabler for me to step up towards being a partner in the big4?

Things to consider before going Indy? Feel like I have enough in my book to go on my own but I'm not sure...

Hi, I am working as an associate in the sustainability team in one of the top consulting firms. I have an MBA from one of the old IIMs. I want to shift from sustainability to supply chain and logistics. Can anyone help me if finding a good opportunity in the field of supply chain.

I selected godrej arospace company as IT deputy manager. What do you think is it good for career growth. Plz suggest and my salary band 'O'. what do u think guys

10 years sales experience selling eyewear to eye doctors. If I were to transition to tech would I have to start as a BDM? I think that would be a pay cut for me. Thanks

My wife is in sales at Mercedes and she has been averaging $200k a year and growing YoY. She loves her job, however she works long days and barely gets time off. We plan on having kids within the next year or two, and it’s highly u likely that she’ll be able to keep her current gig. We want to find a career that allows her to work remote or that at least gives her a better work life balance so that she can see her kids grow up. Should she get certifications to give her a shot at adtech?Too late?

People who have made it to the perceived “top/best” place in their career field/education (MBB, FAANG, top PE fund, HSW, etc): do you feel satisfied? Have you had to recalibrate your goals? If so, what are those goals?

Hi everyone.

I joined Accenture as level 10 with 5 yr experience in September 2022.
Is there a chance for promotion next year?
If so how.

Hey , i want to know the transport facility in cognizant Gurgaon as i am not getting proper information from HR for Day shift role. Can someone please help. Its an urgent request.

Does anyone else find NOVA comparatively boring after DC? I'm wondering why I moved.

2nd year junior attorney applying to new positions in the Southern California area. Every firm that’s called me to interview are smaller firms with salary ranges of 80-90k. I don’t know what I’m doing wrong — I have had multiple people review my resume, cover letters, etc. It seems like it’s a decently hot market, and I’m just out here getting frustrated.

I can see many post and comments for International offer,select for better quality of living. I would like to know what does mean for better quality of living other than India.
Can some one specify those have both India and International experience.

Hi Fishes, Does Quantiphi offer the offer letter if Notice Period is 90 Days or it should be 1 month ?

For those trying to leave, how do you sneak interviews in?

Who is doing your development work? Seems like in-house is drying up and using outside dev shops instead?

What are some ways we can solve racial disparties in policing?

What is the value in professional certifications? ACCA, CFA, CIPD, etc.

Hi,

I currently work in India and I'm looking to relocate to Dubai due to personal reasons and looking for job opportunities in Dubai.

I have 6 years of experience in backend development with distributed systems for large enterprises as well as startups.

Any leads or referrals will be highly appreciated.

Thank you.

Follow up question to an earlier post: How does one get into tech sales?

Best consulting firms without the massive ego?

Anything good I can spend Delta Skymiles besides airfare? (I’m not really planning on flying anywhere soon).

Looking for a job change, any M or SM innthis group who need a Ba? Im Having 8 YOE.

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I was fired after I reported a partner for a serious (criminal) ethics violation. The firm covered it up. Are all companies like this in the end? I’ve lost my trust and don’t know how to start over.

Hey Underdogs, Just out of a state clerkship, unemployed, barred in NJ eligible to transfer score to NY. OCS unhelpful where should I be looking for job postings.

We’d love to hear success stories of the extreme. Has anyone gone from low ranking bottom class struggling for work to a rewarding career, both fiscally and mentally? The more contemporary the better, since the legal education, landscape and job market has drastically changed in the millennium.

Does anyone have a poor relationship with their alma mater? This can be in general or department specific. For example, I have always felt disappointed with career services from my law school. I feel struggling alumni, like those that failed the bar or remain unemployed long enough to be recorded as negative statistics for the school’s ranking, have already done their damage so they have no incentive to help you any further.

I would like to first commend the attorney for starting this bowl. I attended a T4 school and was stuck in doc review for years. However through networking, I made connections which gave me a chance to get my foot through the door. One I did I knew they would have to physically drag me out of that firm if they wanted me to leave. Now I’m a partner at a multi-state/national firm. I’m always looking for similarly situated young attorneys to mentor and help. Anyone out there feel free to pm me.

Welcome, underdogs. Let’s get down to brass tacks — what’s your underdog story, or maybe you’re still at the bottom of an uphill struggle?

Show of hands, who was outcast from their 1L social circle once everyone found out they were low income? 🙌

What have been your most challenging “underdog” interview questions to have to answer? You know, the ones that make you explanation yourself you worry about being received poorly. We’re you able to succeed, and if so, what was your answer?

Any minority lawyers in here that were blacklisted from big firms for a time gap or after layoff? How did you move forward?

For those that struggle with “imposter syndrome” that don’t have a lot of successes to self-assure with, what strategies do you employ to help rebuild your confidence in a pinch? (Continued)

Has anyone used AmeriBar prep course for bar exam? Is it worth it? Or should I go with Themis?

My fiancée almost lost her life to a medical emergency. The doctor needed me to stay home 2 weeks to supervise her post-operative care once the hospital discharged her. We had nobody near that could help so I got permission to attend class remotely for 2 weeks from the dean and all professors. One professor removed me from a graded argument the week after I’d return. When I asked about this error, he had said “I had planned on your failure to appear” and that he preplanned giving me a 0 grade.

Didn't have top grades, wasn't on law review. Worked at a midsize firm and was laid off in march-- have about 3 years experience in a hot practice area. Have been applying and had some interviews at larger shops but nothing has come of it. I'm still applying to roles (not many out there) in my area but coming to the realization based on number of larger firm rejection letter that I may not find a role. Where would you go from here if you were me? Was making good money at the midsize...