As I cranked up my favorite song of all time this morning, Bob Seger’s ‘Turn the Page’, I realized that while he wrote it about life on the road for musicians, it can easily be adapted to Consultants. So cheers to all of you out there on the stage, taking every ounce of energy and trying to give it all away - you are killing it rockstars! https://youtu.be/3khH9ih2XJg

Does anyone have any fun online games to play with the team for well-being breaks?

Are there any good places open for brunch that aren’t freezing??

Thinking about eating dog food to save money. Thoughts?

Edit: All we currently have in the house is Rachel Ray chicken and rice. Is it any good?

Has anyone ever gone out to the W Hotel on Capitol Hill? Is it like a bar/club? Do you recommend it?

Best podcasts, YouTube, TikTok, or um books for interview prep for consulting?

Any good books to read this winter break? On leadership, digital, or any autobiographies?

Just learned that we (family account) have still been paying for Netflix's DVD service, in addition to the streaming service. Last DVD rental? 2015.

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In DC for Labor Day weekend with the bf. What are the fun clubs/bars here that we should try to hit up or any other cool events?

Good sushi place recommendations? Looking for Omakase for $100-200 pp

Does anybody have any recommendations for podcasts related to career success, work-life balance, etc?

Any meal-kit delivery services you have tried and would recommend? My friend sent me a trial box from Home Chef and it was great. Ready to try others too!

Any off beat documentaries to recommend? Just watched the Barkley Marathons.

Hi fishes,

I am a c++ developer primarily on linux and qnx. I wanted to get started with the Microsoft Foundation Class (MFC) c++ library used for windows application development.

I don't see options in udemy. Is there a popular YouTube playlist or any other material you would recommend?

Suggestions on where one may locate reasonably priced board games in Dubai? Somewhat random but I assume consultants play board games too

How much do you typically spend on groceries each week?

What are you guys buying Prime day 2021?

Kindly recommend some self help books!

As a 1 person HR show, what would your first hire be?

I am married, byt my wife is already covered under an insuance from her company. Can i take her name out and just keep my parents name in order to save the parental premium policy amount. How is this tracked in Novartis??

Does anyone ever feel any insecurity about how they compare to their partner? Eg partner is smarter, hotter, more outgoing, etc

Hi! I really have my heart set on moving to Amsterdam but not a lot of opportunities right now. Am I holding myself back by not looking at other cities/countries?

Why are salaries so damn low in London 😭 i should make >60k TC (touch wood) with ~1YOE but I still don’t feel I could rent a decent place in zone 2 on my own :(

Working for a big insurance provider and currently at a grade 6 individual contributor role and want to get a grade 8 manager role. Managers make 40% more than my current salary on average. Is it crazy to think I would get offered that because it’s a senior position? I know 10% is a promotion raise at the company but that wouldn’t make sense jumping up 2 levels. Thoughts?

Hello Barclays folks,
Good evening!!
I will be joining on 14th nov. I heard that if the bank account details are not updated before the 15th salary will not get credited for that month and I need to wait for next month for full payment.please let me know where to update and what's the lastdate

Hi guys, I am planning to switch within Kolkata. I work as a Process Associate at PTP Accounts Payable domain. I have complete process end to end knowledge. My notice period is 30 days. Can you guys help me out here please?

Hello Fishes,

I want to understand the work culture of HCL.
I have cleared many interviews but i got one offer from Cognizant For 14 LPA
And HCL salary negotiation still needs to be done
My ask is 18 LPA
YOE :4 .2

Thanks

Looking to change practice area to employment law - tips?

Is there a time limit that you have to come to Canada once your pr is approved? Example you have to come to Canada within 6, 12 etc. months of having an approved pr or it will be canceled?

I recently had an interview with a very promising pre-IPO company in the AI/ML space for a SE leadership position. The interview feedback was better than I expected, but with a twist. They have already given the offer to someone else, but they still want to bring me on board and they asked me what I would like to do. I am in the process of gathering more info, but it is tempting to ask about pivoting into product management. What would you do in this situation?

Looking for candidates for an Analytics Solution Engineer role at Salesforce. Ideal background: experience working with analytics technology (ie Tableau, Salesforce CRMA (Einstein), Qlik, Power BI), working with or in the government/military, and working in a customer facing role. Please reach out if you have interest or know someone who may be a good fit. Resumes welcome!

How important is GMAT for scholarship/financial aid consideration?

“i just fell asleep in the elevator”

Annual review coming up. Looking for suggestions for asks…

8 YOE, Current 125 base, TC ~140.

Median base for my title/geo ~170 (mean ~166, 0.75 ~226).

Certs: CIPM, M365 Security Admin/Architect, AWS SOA, AN, & Security.

Vet, Inactive TS.

Highlights of the year: flew out on 12hr notice to evac E Europe-based employees & families, plugged 3 exposures before they became breaches, built TVM/privacy program from scratch, onboarded new CNAPP.

(-) Still a student (GIB: BA/MS expected ‘24)

URGENT
Hi everyone! My brother recently moved to Pune and is looking for a place to stay. Actually he needs a place to stay for just 1 month. And no PG is providing him a room for 1 month. If anyone knows any such PG or guest house or anything that allows 1 month stay please let me know.
I'll be very thankful to you.

Any fish still awake and working? 😀

I am on a project with some one who went to Wharton and I used to hold Wharton in such high esteem and he is just so bad at his job.
His entire shtick is that I make slides, he forwards, then gets feedback and then forwards me that feedback.
Like bro how about you think through the takeaways for once. It’s like seeing my idols fall

Most common behavioral questions for a hiring manager phone screen? (Tech company)

Is mgmt consulting (tech, strategy, hr, etc.) a promising field for the next 10-20 years? If you can invest in MBB and big fours, would u invest in it?

I feel bummed as I'm applying to Big 4 and other consulting firms jobs - I come from Belgium and graduated with a MBA there. I recently moved to California and I don't seem to be able to compete against students coming from the best American schools. Any advices?

I am a recent college grad working in consulting under Internal Audit branch I absolutely hate it. I love the company any ideas as to how i should ask to switch divisions I’ve only been in the role 5 months

Closing on a $1M house end of next month. With the looming, yet to be confirmed recession, is there anything I could potentially negotiate with the sellers prior to close? E.g. buying agent fee reduction. What is realistic in this environment? Chicago suburbs

Dear Clients,

Pls read the fcking footnote before scheduling a call

Left a career in banking for consulting. Ended up working on M&A post merger/Documentation as I’ve experience in the field. Life is funny.

Have a 1.5 hour case interview with a f500 for a finance manager position. Its my first time interviewing for a manager role so i have no clue what to expect. Any tips on how to prepare for the case interview?

Relatively new in Big4 M&A advisory doing mostly integration work with some pre deal DD mixed in. I recently heard L.E.K. Consulting places well in MM PE but don't know much about them otherwise. Was interested if anyone had insight into whether a jump to their M&A or PE groups would be possible. In terms of background, I have an undergrad business degree from a T20 school and graduated a T14 law school as well.

First year in consulting, is it worth purchasing a car this early? I’m living at home and about a 45 minute car ride away from my home office. Any suggestions? What have you done?

Know this may be a long shot in terms of actual responses but:
@PPMDs, what are your thoughts on the current/impending COVID specific layoffs at your firm?

E.G. Glad for the opportunity to reduce the headcount of mid performing SMs with little/no chance of making PPMD? Sad to see a firm you’re a part of undergo such unforeseen circumstances?

What are some concrete reasons why someone in consulting would be fired, other than the obvious stupid things?

Thoughts on EW MBA from Booth/Kellogg/Haas. Currently SC at Deloitte and want to transition to tier 1 consulting firms

Any great tips/tricks for reducing cost on current engagements/increasing value delivered?

What qualities/skills (hard & soft) do ugrad hires that are “rockstars” or those on the fast track to promotions posses that make them so valued?

Looking to buy a light/medium jacket with no hood. Any recommendations deals being that it is Black Friday

What is the happiest moment of your life so far?