Been on the bench since getting hired at my new firm in October. I’ve been able to do some great ML/data engineering work for an internal project but

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I second applying for jobs as a backup. You've been on the bench for 3 months. If you get ready to apply by EOM, you would probably be around the 6 months mark to make the decision. If I was still on the bench then, I'd have a blunt conversation with leadership (since you have offer in hand), but most likely I'd leave.

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As I walk around the office I can’t help but to feel like I’ll be let go. I’ve been let go before and maybe I’m being paranoid, but some directors seem to be looking at me with sad eyes.

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I’m in a similar boat. Been on the bench since mid-September after great reviews on my first project. There doesn’t seem to be a ton of work for my expertise at this firm. Brushed up resume and have been interviewing. Best to do the same just in case? Always good to have a back-up plan or some irons in the fire if the worst case scenario transpires.

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Network your ass off internally if you haven't already done so.

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What reasons have they given you for not being staffed? Have you received any feedback?

The role i was supposed to be staffed on seems to be mismanaged poorly. I’m technically staffed but the work hasn’t begun yet. It seems like the firm is dropping the ball hard on it. Doesn’t seem sustainable

I’ve always been in the position that you should keep the connections up-to-date because you never know when you will need them. Some question the need to maintain that and why you would ever look to leave, but one thing being an IE and a consultant has taught me is that we are just a number. If tomorrow, some c-suite level employee decided he needed to cut numbers, we would be made redundant like we never existed. Remember, do what’s best for you, not what’s best for your company but always try to minimize the bridge burning. It’s a fine tuning thing that many of us blow up.

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Even to this day, I feel like I have crippling anxiety and imposter syndrome when speaking. It’s easier in project read outs and dedicated client meetings, but much worse when I’m going in cold or without a set agenda. Has anyone worked with / used a coach, tools, etc. to help with this? Recommendations?

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What are some projects you’ve done that kids enjoyed and got into? We’re studying civil rights before we read To Kill a Mockingbird and aren’t doing essays. Best project ideas?

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Does anyone here have an idea of BA office? What kind of projects do they generally support from BA?
Is it a direct client facing role?

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I am a Medical Technologist with a degree in BS Medical Technology. I want to change my career to Business Analyst or Project Manager. I do not want to get another degree. Will coursera courses suffice? Any other tips?

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Is Anyone deployed to client location samsung from HCS, could you please share your experience about the professionalism, ethics, work life balance & culture in HCS-Samsung client location ?
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Truly don’t understand how people who don’t understand media become the media leads on the client side. If I was that uneducated about the industry I worked in I’d never get hired!

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Can we resign and take resignation back at the last moment in LTI ? The reason for this drama is to get a good project & good technical work. I have been made a team lead with minimal technical work and lot of reporting so want to resign and take back so that I get some good technical work .

Yoe 10.5 years
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Hi everyone! I’d like to create a simple graphic of our HR operational calendar for my client group. A visually appealing infographic that outlines our annual talent cycles (talent planning, performance reviews, promotion nominations, merit, etc) so leadership always knows what’s coming and can better prepare and strategize. Any ideas on how I can best visually represent this? Any tools, programs or templates you recommend? Thanks!

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Our client, a NYC pharma digital advertising agency will meet any reasonable salary requirement for this open full-time position as a SENIOR MEDICAL EDITOR
This will start remote, followed by on & offsite work when the office re-opens. 
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Hi guys! I could use some help here, feeling a little discouraged. I started working for EY through a contractor and im hoping to move to EY to a different line that I could expand my current skillset. Although I don't hold a degree, I recently completed a certificate with Google in Project Management. I was hoping to move to something in Communications, EA or even Advisory but I haven't had any luck. and advice? Also looking into the EY Employee Referral scheme? or would that even be worth it?

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How is work life balance in a CITI bank project for productions support.

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I freaking hate when colleagues use the term “ Pull Up”. For example, “ I wanted to pull up with you in XYZ client”. What TF happened to “meet with you” or “touch base”?

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Wanted to get some opinions here. I’m an M2 in Cyber looking to eventually make a move to big tech or an SM or Dir at a big industry client. Have an offer of 190K base with 20% bonus to be a Mgr at Accenture. Reason to leave - want more technical exp before moving to Big tech and better comp. although PwC increased salary this year, it’s not in the same ball park at this point. Don’t see myself staying to make partner/MD at either firm. Welcome all suggestions on what I should do.

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What are your tips, tricks or best practices for creating project estimates? We’re often asked to provide costs when we know very little, so how do you estimate?

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When working as a realtor, do you prefer to use your own phone or did you get a new one for job-only purposes, such as client calls and your public information?

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Hi All, i have similar offers from Deloitte USI and Mindtree for a 7 year experience in SAP FICO, Any suggestions please in terms of which organisation should I join?

P.S. Mindtree already have me mapped to a S/4HANA project, while no such communication from Deloitte yet.

Thanks for all your inputs in advance!

Hi all I'm looking for a referral to work for Thermo Fisher as a Project Manager. I have 13 years experience. Is there anyone who could help me out?

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I am a Technical Product Manager at Accenture that would love to find a role/project that focuses on "Personalization & Content Discovery" such as a Spotify/Amazon/Google/Meta/Netflix/Disney etc.

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What are some things your schools do for staff self care?

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Hi, everyone! I am extremely passionate about issues such as climate change and gun violence, and how money in politics leads to inaction and disinformation regarding these issues. Does anyone have any insight as to where I should be looking for employment opportunities? Practice areas, the type of organization, traditional vs. non-traditional law jobs? Any help or guidance would be appreciated. I really want to make a change. Thank you!

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This is the most basic question, so yep, I’m asking you to take it easy on me when you reply. I have been practicing for about 5 years total. I have been in civil practice for 2 years. These 2 years have been the most demoralizing, unfulfilling 2 years of my life. I have been giving myself pep talks to find the “positive” spin on it but firm life isn’t for me. I know networking is key but do you have some thoughts/suggestions on how to make an exit...crying at therapy is becoming too much.

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Better to stay in consulting or join a firm on the portfolio side, with hopes of transitioning to the deal team eventually?

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Salary of clinical research associate at PPD?

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I was recently promoted, and now part of my team report to me. I'm now able to see their pay rates and I am honestly so disappointed in the company. Especially since we just gave annual raises in Feb, plus we can all see where the money is going and it's not to the employees. Makes me sick

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How to best respectfully decline a retention offer? I don't want the terms for the amount offered.

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2nd year senior using another offer as leverage to be made manager. Realistic?

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Really struggled with condensing all my interview details over a week into a simple slide deck today. I had only focused on the facts and barely mentioned the so what unless asked. New to consulting and need to improve on written communication. How did y’all improve? Read any books, courses?

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Living and working in ey McLean office?

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Tell the truth: are you more productive at home than the office? How much more? How about your coworkers? Are they more productive in your estimation? And lastly, your whole team - is it more productive in a remote environment?

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What’s up my consulting fishes!! Manager at Accenture, and really enjoy the HC, Org Analytics, CM, Org Design side of things.

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In this case, is an MBA required to succeed or progress to the MD, partner, C Suite level? Or should I grind my way through the industry given my interests are so pointed?

Would love a convo and/or guidance.

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iPhone users, the Google keyboard tho...🤓

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Fly day tomorrow, betches.

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Fellow democrats / moderate liberals: the SC nominee is an example of a time to not complain. This guy is moderate, smart, and has an immaculate record. Pick your battles.

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I'm not great at minding the details, sometimes. #fail

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