Both in industry and consulting, i probably have a 15% utilization on Friday. Just cannot get myself to be productive. Maybe attend a meeting but that is about it.

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I would love to be utilized on the other hand but my firm doesn’t have projects to staff me on

Lol a week of low utilization won’t help nor hinder your career growth. That’s only a bad thing if you’re not getting staffed cause you’re crap to work with. Otherwise the work will pick up when it picks up, and when it does you’ll wish it hadn’t. If there are slow periods in your annual cycle though, please indulge since many don’t get the opportunity to breath!

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What's the deal with PTO, holidays, and utilization?

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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

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When a consolidated unitary group acquires a TX Corp, does TX follow Sec. 382 and Sec. 383 and apply a limitation on the utilization of the acquired entity's TX R&D credits following the acquisition?

I think hospitals would benefit tremendously from hiring designers to help facilitate better space utilization, communication, etc.

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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
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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.

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

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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

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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?

SM asked us to shifted client billing hours to non-chargeable code... Will significantly impact utilization... Sucks

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