Best online course/resource to learn excel for strategy consulting? Bonus points if it’s on linkedin learning

How did you get started in your career as an FA? I work in the home office and have been an assistant to an FA before. I have a network, I have ambition, I have credibility and connections at my firm..

Hi Fishes, How is the WLB in FMR, Getting mixed reactions for this question and also bonus to too much in CTC, is it the same case with everybody. HM said that there is lot of work in AWS cloud , is it correct ?

Anyone ever quit a job 5 months in without having another one lined up?

I've been waiting tables for the past 20 years. It's a decent job that has gotten me through some difficult times, but I am getting old and tired. What career path would be most advisable for me at age 40?

I’m a 9th year in a mostly litigation-based practice group at a one-tier partnership firm. My group’s billable hours have been low the last few years, so making partner will be nearly impossible, and a counsel position is not viable long-term in my group. What’s the best option here if partnership is the ultimate goal? Try to get a NEP/counsel position at another firm, which is likely difficult in my market, or offer to take a class cut by a few years?

I joined tcs on feb 2022
Recently I resigned, i know it was worst decision to leave tcs early but also worst to join 😁🥲

Hello,

I recently joined CGI as senior systems engineer. I am a developer having 6+ years of experience.

Hope that I will be doing developer job with the given designation and not the networking stuff.

Anyone have any idea on this?

Hi, I’m new here and pretty much in the industry too , I have experience in food service and bartending (a year) in different companies but I do have a bachelors degree in hospitality and administration with a minor in events management and I would like to know how I can get a job that would help get up the ladder and make a good salary? Like which kind of job I could apply for and get hired that would help me to climb up the fastest?
Thank you in advance!

Hi guys, i have been working as a Data Engineer from past 7 years. I have mostly worked on MSBI stack and also have fair experience in PBI. Now that most of the companies are moving towards cloud based technologies, could you help me with the right pathway going forward for better opportunities.

Best study guide for CFP?

Can anyone help me understand what c9 grade means in NatWest job grade? what are next two grades after c9?

Current CTC - 6L. Accenture has offered 10.4 with 60k joining bonus. Designation - Sr Analyst. Is this too low? I have 4 yoe

Did anyone here ever take one of the Deloitte Manhattan prep courses? Contemplating signing up for one. I’ve studied for two months now on and off but I think a course could help push me pass the 700+

What are exits for tech transfer? Have an opportunity, but idk if I want to work for university commercialization offices for the rest of my life

Best way to prepare for SHRM ?
Any tips or resources that helped you pass the exam?

How many times do you think about quitting per day?

Hello all, I’m planning for a career switch. As I’m currently in Finance sector and planning to quit my job and to start my career in IT Hardware companies like: HP, Dell and Lenovo etc.. Before taking this jump I want to know how is the career growth in IT Hardware, how is the promotion structure in such companies. I personally don’t like my present job as it doesn’t relate any part of my interest.

Does MBB give you a good variety of projects (both in function and industry), and did that help you discover what you want to specialize in (either in consulting or in an industry job)?

Hi guys,

Which companies wait fir 90 days notice period?

I am wanting to change bt its really really difficult bcuz of Notice period.

Pls help

Can anyone recommend websites / books to improve pharma CW skills? I’m looking for something like “Hey Whipple” that are pharma-directed (if it exists). Thanks!

Best late night audit room jams to keep the team going?

Anyone want to grab a drink?

What are some strategies for a current 3L looking for a job to overcome many jobs asking for several years of experience? Should I even apply? I have some experience from internships, but is it enough

Thoughts on including certificates like Prosci or SHRM-SCP in an email signature? I don’t like it right after my name, but I’ve seen some other alternatives (like putting the digital badge icons) - what looks the best?

Why did you decide to leave your first firm job? If you had a chance to jump ship but stayed, why did you stay?

What sort of opportunities are available in Canadian government for commercial insurance professionals?

My coworker always takes a super long lunch. How does he have the time to get anything done?

Pharma Insight Bingo!? I’ll start. “Patients have settled for a new normal.”

If Arya Stark from GOT worked in advertising, she would be a strategist...

Seeing a lot of Rx posts lately. Are you all noticing an uptick in recruiting for such positions?

Anyone else down to bang their boss? Any success/awkward stories about playing with a direct supervisor?

What are the benefits time off/sick days/etc offered at EY.

Interviewing for an SE position and have my final demo in a few weeks. Any trailhead modules I should check out to get more prepared/confident? Thank you in advance!

A&M fishes ! Waiting for an offer from PEPI MAS today. What’s a realistic TC for a manager on average ? I know it’s very much dependent on utilization but I’m looking for average numbers that someone you have seen during your time at the firm. Lowest and highest in addition to average are appreciated as well 😊

For CFB fans who don't get / don't want cable, the Hulu live TV set up is awesome. They have a central hub where it goes directly to games, no channel surfing trying to figure out where FS1 is.

Best books on leadership and self development?

Can anyone shed some light on the comp for an SC at FTI in the corporate finance / restructuring group? Recruiter reached out, but I'm at 125 base seems unclear if they can match

How many of you follow Graham Stephan and SMASH that like button?

If your role is being closed/being laid off (not due to performance issues) just firm downsizing, do you tell the companies you are interviewing? How to phrase it?

What kind of swag did you get upon joining your company? Most of my friends are in finance and get some awesome stuff but I’m very curious as to what to expect from consulting

Notice there are so many people with debate experience in consulting. Kinda impressed. Any highly recommended books related to debate or communication in general?

Anyone else hear that post-CRT partners will get fired this year in commercial advisory? How the hell does a partner get fired....

Looking for recommendations on time management books or apps , tips in general. Have been feeling overwhelmed with all the tasks and projects lately.

Has anyone booked a trip requiring air travel and hotels/vacation rentals for 2020? Am I a giant dumbass if I do? I will go insane if I don’t leave my city this year and I’d love to get to the beach for at least a few days

Which consulting firms don’t make you do firm initiatives?

Best AirBnB you ever stayed at? XP for ones in US or Carribean with direct beach access. (Post links!)

Have an idea for an app but I don’t know the intricacies and nuances of app development. Hoping this consulting community would be the best help! Things like NDAs for app developer, how to get a developer, estimated cost, other costs that someone outside of tech wouldn’t expect, etc.. TIA!

I'm almost at the point of an offer, and also just started a 6 month long engagement since my utilization was taking a hit. How do you fish recommend dealing with the situation once the offer comes?

Layoffs at Walmart corporate 😬😬

How do I say to my counselor, "be prepared to see a big fall of my utilization because of things out of my control" without sounding like complaining or having a lot of negativity?

Started getting targeted for Recoop after I started working in consulting. Do you think my affinity has changed to “potential adderall user”?

I’m switching from pwc to Deloitte. Best and worst changes to overall benefits (insurance/coverage wise and just firm environment)?