Been on the beach for almost 3 weeks and training next week. There goes my utilization! #kindofenjoyingbeachtimethough

hey, I joined Deloitte in June 2020 as an GPS SA analyst, I just staffed on internal project only providing me adjusted utilization. Now my standard util is 40 and my adjusted is 105... and this project last in another month... by then my standard util might be 20.. will my promotion be affected by this? My target promotion year on TOD is 2022. My manager said we might sell to client and extend this project in September but nothing guaranteed.

Promoted to SSE with 25% hike and VP as 9% . I had received ACE award in Q3 . I have also maintained utilization report 100% still I got less VP. Can I ask manager to revisit the component

Hello, I am looking to make a career change that starts at a minimum 75K salary. The economy is tough right now and I can no longer afford to stay in my current role. I have a bachelors degree in Sociology with experience in managed care, utilization management, & clinical admin.. Does anyone have any suggestions for a possible higher paying career that I would be qualified for based on my background?

Would switching from S& to LEK boost, hurt, or not change exit ops to PE/ PE ops/Corp dev & strat roles? Also looking at benefits of not having independence and utilization requirements. Thanks!

I'm 6 months old at D! Planning early promotion next year.. counselor and pm both are backing me.. I need to go to India for at least 4 weeks in Dec ... most probably would be rolling off from current project by then .. would this vacation hurt my promotion chances coz of utilization etc?

Hi! I’m doing some research on employee benefits (medical insurance, 401k, HSA/FSA, commuter benefits) and was hoping to connect with People specialists or HR professionals in the comp & benefits space. I’m trying to better understand any pain points or challenges you might face with utilization/enrollment. Anyone interested in connecting? Thank you!

I’m struggling. I left an agency I liked last year due to growth limitations and since then I’ve worked at 2 different agencies and can’t seem to find my footing. The first one seemed like a good fit at first but then it turned out to not be the best place for me so I left. At my current agency I feel super undervalued. I’m always raising my hand and offering to help where I can and no matter what I do, I don’t feel utilized or valued or part of the team.It’s really taken a toll on my confidence

What is the target utilization for a Senior 2? Or number of chargeable hours goal? Is this ever hard to meet?

Hadn’t noticed this sub before, and most of the threads are old so thought I’d ask a follow up - how has everyone been handling parenting with public accounting? I’ve got a toddler and my wife is an accountant (industry), and we only have a few immediate family in the country- but they have health concerns. Busy season was rough, things are looking better now as things return to normal. Still working crazy hours if you count the daycare duties on top of utilization targets.

What were some challenges y’all faced this week?

I’ll start. Trying to get non local resources utilized. National Leadership thinks this is the answer to our problems but local leadership is hesitant.

Had a fight with my MD or let's say more like argument. After that the next 2 months was endless nitpicking and pulling me for mistakes that aren't really in my control.

Post 3 months, I apply for a transfer. Transfer process delayed for some process reasons
No negatives/issues in my f22 feedback. Utilization above target. Way Above average
Recently fired without reason
Who should I escalate to?

PS: Ignore typos. Written in anger

Utilization director told me today that the layoffs won't affect me. My heart goes out to everyone that had to hear otherwise. Here's to hoping y'all find something better and prosper.

During initial onboarding with the firm, does the first week or so count towards utilization or is there somewhat of a grace period?

Anyone leave Deloitte for Booz Allen? Thoughts or experiences? Utilization and compliance are absolutely doing my head in.

I am curious how other inclusion teachers are being utilized when the school is doing remote learning. I find that I am sitting in the zoom class and have very little opportunity to contribute. I am having discussions with my teachers on ways that I can better support them and the students when remote.

Team is already talking about eating hours. My utilization is down cause I was in unassigned for a month in Dec/Jan. What's worse pissing off the partner or having a low utilization? -staff 1

What are ways to deal with high latency mricroservice in a given region. Given that it's Cpu utilization is not exhausted.. So no vertical scaling ???

How does your firm measure utilization? I work for a small boutique that defines it as utilization = number of billable hours/2,080 and full bonus payout occurs at 80% plus.

Anyone else here have terrible utilization because their deals die and a code never opens? /can’t find another code to book hours? I’m sitting on over 200 billable hours at this point

Anyone kind to refer me to Google? I have a strong profile with 10 years of consulting experience implementing IT projects. Looking for PLM centric roles at Manager level. ✌️

Any dinner reccos for nice good food restaurant spot near Pulaski bridge area (not looking for a spot with heavy food or like deep fried everything).

Any insight to how long the mask mandate will be in effect for NYC?

Looking for a new opportunity in production but many of the jobs require shooting, editing and production. Does anyone have recommendations for shooting/editing classes? Not too expensive either!

My theory- Vettel was smart to get out of Ferrari with 2021 rule changes, and since it is a ‘level playing field’ he might go to a dark horse minion who might have a ‘Team Brawn’

Hi,

Can I pay full hra amount as rent to my parents to get hra exemption benefits.

HRA: 5 lakh

What is the process for getting a green card, if a US citizen marries someone already in the US on a student visa? Any tips

Need help to decide:
UK: 40000gbp
Germany : 63000euro , 5000 relocation bonus.
Currently I have 5yrs of exp and am based in India with having 14lakh package.
Please help! Thanks in advance!

The new actors are amazing, much better than the younger ones. The older Rhaenyra in particular is wonderful!

If you want to live with a foot in audit and a foot in consulting and learn how the cloud works from a provider's perspective hmu I may have a job for you (Assoc and early SenAssoc)

Working as Investment Banking Associate(15 months)
Roles:
• Creating detailed company profiles, pitch books, management biographies and
industry overview 
• Preparing biotech Newsletter on weekly basis for senior management for strategic advisory
• Relative valuation including comparable and precedent transaction analysis
• Preparing a potential investor/acquirer database by portfolio analysis

Looking for opportunities, kindly refer

What are your working hours usually? How many of you work over 8-9 hours on a daily basis? And are you okay working late evenings and longer hours?

Has anyone heard of TechGC/DeputyGC? Thoughts on membership?

Is genetic testing for diseases covered by most health insurance? Has anyone ever done this, do you recommend it.

Consulting is getting home at 2 AM when you should have been home by 9.... 🤦🏽‍♂️

Deloitte folks, when will be the bonuses paid out?

Looking to improve general communication skills (especially around structuring narrative/ key messages), any books/courses that you would recommend?

Capgemini 🐠- are you allowed to use personal credit card for official expenses?

Best consulting firms for work-life balance? I know consulting is chaotic in nature, but just curious to see which ones are the best in dealing with this?

Do systemwide upgrades work on Finnair?
If I have a connection does it take 2 upgrades or just 1?

And the number one kool aid email of the year goes to *drumroll*






Tim Ryan!

Every time I turn something in, manager always find faults in them

Does B4 let people go the same day as their resignation only if they’re going to a direct competitor? How about MBB or a tier 2 consulting firm?

Have people been let go immediately in case they go to FAANG or other industry firms?

Which top consulting firms, if any, will pay for your MBA?

Any book recommendations? Preferably shorter < 300

Anyone hear of SEI consulting? Thoughts?

Do Accenture/Deloitte/KPMG/EY do pet diem for daily expenses or actual? If per diem what is the daily rate? Just curious.

One of the reasons I want to transition from industry to consulting (tier 1) is that I get frustrated when I have to collaborate with mediocre people. My assumption is that Tier 1 consulting firms hire really sharp people and if I can get in, I’ll be collaborating with folks on top of their game (not expecting much from clients). I’m aware there are personal aspects I need to work on like my mindset, patience etc etc, but I just get so frustrated with blatant stupidity.

HR/human capital/PAS consultant 🐠: If I have a Masters degree in HR and 2 years experience, is it worth it to get the aPHR or SHRM-CP? Or is the Masters degree enough? Should I wait for SPHR/SHRM-SCP

Hello all - Happy Friday! Any resources/books/documents/courses you would recommend to get up to speed really quick on Change management?
I'm planning on doing some weekend reading.
Thank you, much appreciated!

What's the best all-in-one credit card for traveling consultants that pay for their own expenses? I want to maximize rewards (whether it be cash back, points, miles etc.).

What are the best consulting firms in the capital markets and/or investments world?