Are there any Open Group Certified Master Architects that would be willing to answer a few questions about the certification process?

Recently got my CPA license in August & considering leaving public accounting for Industry. Should I expect my new role to pay for my CPA license renewals/AICPA membership/CPE classes? These things add up &I feel like should be considered when transitioning. Thoughts?

Has anyone ever left Chubb to go to Liberty or Travelers for commercial or middle market underwriting or even a sales rep role? If so, how do you like it? Came from The Hartford and love Chubb so far, but curious to see what else is out there.

I am interested in getting my SHRM-CP certification this year and I was wondering which study methods and materials worked best for those of you who passed the exam. Also, what are your roles in HR?!

How do you actually pass the Oracle Certification exams? The training videos are, let’s be honest, complete garbage. Is there some studying resource I’m missing?

can anyone shed some light on what kind of leadership development/training programs are available to senior leaders at Google? like public speaking for example? how do they choose who to offer these training opps to?

First year (ug level hire) and got email from apple recruiter. Would love to exit to FAANG but not sure I'm ready to leave BCG in my first year but maybe after 2-4. What is best practice?

Thinking of quitting without anything lined up. Posting it here only bc I’m on a visa. Not gonna glorify it since I’m quitting only bc I don’t like the nature of my job or the environment. Have no grand big things planned ahead. I’m fine with leaving the country. Has anyone been through this and have any advise?

I wish I could get pregnant, so I can go on a maternity leave from public accounting
- I’m a male.

There's a lot a chatter (not Chatter) in this bowl over the last year about consultants joining Salesforce. What about the other way around - consultants leaving Salesforce or plotting their exit? We know you're out there....

My brother recently graduated high school and wants to work for a year or two before he starts his undergrad. What sort of jobs should he be looking for that could help his resume in the future? He eventually wants to pursue engineering

Has any creative here ever tried to make the leap to leave advertising and be a film maker, photographer, illustrator, etc.?? I’m so tired of ad agencies and how draining the “creative” can be. Happiness is more important than a nice paycheck for me. Any inspiration success stories advice would be so helpful right now...

Do you ever regret your career choice? I’m beginning to realize I may not have wanted to be a mechanical engineer after all. What other career options are there for me with my current degree?

Hi
Need advice from Supply chain professionals
I am working as Lead hand (managing 6 people) in Current work making 50k a year in Canada
I have Finished Six sigma Green belt & after adding that on Resume along with 5 years of Warehouse experience, i got few interviews & was offered around 60k a year
Currently i am about to give CSCP (Certifed supply chain professional) exam.
What Base salary should i expect after getting Certified & 5 years of exp in Warehouse/operations/Management role?

Do you have a mentor? I’m in the autumn of my career and I’ve had a  modicum of success in production and it’s time to give back.

AbbVie just posted Director of Innovation role. Does anyone know about this team? Seems like a good exit opportunity but would like some inside scoop.

Which agencies have good strategic media relations departments? I want to move to an agency where PR is seen as strategic consultants not yes men. And I've been doing biotech media relations for almost 3 years and want to continue doing it since I have a science and engineering degree. But I'm open to tech, healthcare and sustainability PR too. Any suggestions on where to look next?

I’m in big law and on the cusp of making the jump to in-house. It sounds like the company I just interviewed with is getting ready to make me an offer. It’s definitely going to be a pay cut coming from big law but I do get some nice equity in the company. Is the jump worth it? I’m so burnt out by big law and this seems like an awesome opportunity to help shape a newish company. Any tips on how to figure out if this is the right move for me?

Has anyone started an S-corp and later gone full time? Husband has been freelancing full time since last summer. Initially we thought it would be six months before converting to FT, but he’s been extended as an independent contractor until 2023. Ideally that sticks because he’s making north of $300k but he’s been hesitant to go S-corp in case they decide to make him convert. What happens to the S-corp in that scenario?

Hi Picking schools right now, any tips? CBS is my dream school. Any chances at M7?

Education:
GPA: 3.0 (2.997) in CS from Northwestern
(1.8 GPA freshman year, 3.67 last 3 years)
GMAT: 770/800 (51Q, 42V, 8IR, 6 AWA)

Work Ex: Started Agri tech company junior year college and sold senior year for a 6 figure sum.

Data Consulting (3.5 years at attendance). Early promotion, and multiple management roles in projects. 2 clubs leader at work. 3 years Volunteer ex in community. Any tips?

Thinking of moving out of Google, which companies do Xooglers move to in Dublin?
(L5 GBO Dublin)

What’s your favorite WFH footwear? Any recommended brands for a chilly home office?

I am looking to start a Salesforce CPQ practice at my boutique consultancy (~200 Headcount). Any tips, advice, cautions? Anyone interested in coming over to build/lead the practice with me? 🤣 DM me

Hi Fishes, Have a query. My spouse is working in the electrical and electronics field for the last 15years, in various GCC countries. Now he wishes to come back to India and wants to join some company here. But seems like similar opportunities are very less, say close to 3-4%. What is your opinion if he takes a DevOps course and do a career change ? What will be the % of getting interviews ? Even if he gets selected, how much will he get?
Please reply.

Anyone stay at the Ritz-Carleton in D.C.? I’ve never stayed at a Ritz location so I’m curious to hear what to expect. Will be in D.C. for a conference so my firm is covering the trip.

So if I short a position in my rollover Ira- and buy different stocks. I won’t pay taxes on it?

Is it worth it to renege on an offer from a T2 consulting firm for MBB?

ITT: List the things you DON’T miss about being in the office. I’ll start: someone coming by your office to tell you they just sent you an e-mail with their work product.

Is it possible to exit to LS VC from a boutique firm? What type of experience do they typically look for?

Hi Guyz
I joined salesforce as technical consultant on 5th september 2022. Will I be eligible for appraisal rolling out in feb 2023 ?

Hi fellow PMs, Question for the group: has anyone here made the switch from being a creative agency PM to a digital producer or digital agency PM? I.e. going from managing creative projects like TV to managing website builds/UX projects. If so, what was the transition like and what helped you get your bearings in the new environment? I’m thinking about making the switch myself but I don’t have a digital background.

Anyone knows how to open a non-profit company?

Nothing infuriates me more than seeing cops pull people over at the beginning of rush hour on the Beltway. Out of all the times to do traffic stops, 4:15 on one of the nations busiest freeways is not it.

Currently a senior interested in consulting but a mix of coming from a non target and requiring sponsorship has me losing hope. Any recommendations on how to proceed with recruiting? I've been told only MBB will sponsor entry level consultants. I have both VC and Consulting experiences through internships.

What’s the standard RTO (return to office) plan for MBB as of now?

Any book recommendations on excel modeling for real world business applications?

How long it takes to get laptop from pune office.
I need to go on 1st sept.

Thoughts on Workday? Is it a hot product? Worth it to learn it?

What level Azure certification do recruiters start to express interest in? Administrator? Dev? Anything more advanced than fundamentals?

Hi ZS folks, I have an offer for a Business Technology Solutions Associate role at ZS. I wanted to know if there's room for negotiation, considering I have another offer and also considering the cost of living and student loans. Can anyone share some insights about BTSA comp and negotiation? The principal did mention that I did well in the interview when they called me. My profile: BS in CS, MS in Business Analytics, Location: Princeton. Comp: Base: 85k, Sign on: 7k Relocation: 4k. Please help.

I always thought of Oracle as the evil empire, but for real, what's it like working for them?

Found an attractive posting and I don't want to pass up something good over an opinion I formed as a high school linux geek.

Anyone familiar with Amazon's Solution Architecture team. Sounds like pre-sales /architecture type work. inputs on work, culture, pay, etc. appreciated

Are we all small training sets waiting to experience and learn it all and eventually be part of the master AI aka God?

Looking to specialize in privacy and was considering getting the CIPP/CIPM/CIPT. I already have my CISSP and CISA. Is it worth it?

Hi 🐠 - I’m actively seeking consultants with prior BA / product owner experience for roles at a boutique NYC-based IT consulting firm. DM me!

What is the best resource for diving into kubernetes? I’ve got 7 years of infrastructure/cloud background but haven’t had much of a chance to dive into containerization.

Anyone familiar with Ephesoft Transact that would let me pick their brain?

Does anyone work for Capgemini invent? Got a call from a recruiter but looking for more details

Guys, have you gone through some traumatic experiences, or realized somethings that unnecessarily cause you to be too aware instead of living your best life? If so, how were you able to reconnect...

Is this the bowl the dump everyone in that doesn’t work for Big4 or mbb?

Interviewing with Oracle for Senior Director role (Strategic Client group). 18+ yoe
How is the work culture and PIP at Oracle? I have a comp discussion planned this week, any insights into their salary structure will help - base, joining bonus, RSUs, etc...

Need suggestions: A newbie in ERP, Want to push for a cert to be specialized, but unsure which one to pursue that is worth the money and time:
Oracle, SAP, Salesforce, Workday

Please explain why whichever system suggested is the best choice!

What is your preferred enterprise file storage solution? I’ve been comparing all the features but I’m curious what everyone likes best.

Looking for referrals for PwC Australia ..