Coming to the realization that having a high utilization (+110%) is a waste as someone with 90-100% and similar ratings (snapshots) will have the same/slightly lower performance rating thus, cont...

What is the minimum utilization criteria followed at SDC?

There are people from my team with utilization in range of 30% to 50% and got promoted to manager 1 and sa2 respectively.

I have almost 75% utilization, so wondering why work so much. Thinking of aiming for 55% utilization this time.

Do we have a chargeable code that we can bill our time to while we are waiting on a code to open? Its getting close to FYE utilization cut off so want to make sure I get credit for the hours pending.

P1 - Can you explain the various ways that partners are measured and primary drivers are for compensation? Curious how much selling, utilization (individual and group), delivery, etc impacts comp

Edit: What is the best way to tell a PM or a PEP that this project isn't for you, and that it doesn't align with your career goals without getting kicked off too soon to negatively impact your utilization? The project is ABSOLUTELY horrendous and a mess. It is glorified admin work which is not what I want to do. Is there a way to tell that to senior management without getting a negative reaction?

Has anyone utilized WF brokerage account? Looking for an account where I could do both Mf/ETF as well as stocks and this seems to be a good option with low fees.

How much should a LVN utilization review nurse make? Hourly? Los Angeles area.

Are you seeing any change in behavior based on the increased scrutiny on utilization and EM? I feel like there’s less teaming than a few years ago. Is that acknowledged as an unintended consequence?

How is everyone staying motivated at work while going through fertility treatments? On days when I have appts or get my period, all I want to do is google and read forums about it. My utilization is tanking (not because I’m blowing off work, but because I need to find and take on new work) but can’t get the energy to). I’ve told my manager about what I’m going through and she is supportive, but feeling guilty when I hear about how busy everyone around me is and I just can’t find the motivation.

Anybody utilized Udemy course by Ranga Karanam for GCP Professional Cloud Architect certification? Is it good to study and pass the certification exam?

Hello! How does KPMG evaluate performance and deliver feedback on projects? Is this the main driving force behind promotions or is that based on utilization?

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

Help- The project I am on is about to kick off a huge multimillion dollar implementation but I know I am underpaid. Also I feel like I am not being utilized to my full potential, and have witnessed some *not* best practices. I want out, but I also think this implementation is an opportunity for learning and in 9ish months could offer better exit opps. Should I stick it out or is 2yo consultancy and a masters degree worth looking for a new job now?

Y’all just a quick vent - I am 10 weeks 4 days and just really f*cking tired of being tired and nauseous. Work is like pulling teeth right now with a difficult client and a director/partner who aren’t respecting boundaries particularly well with some utilization BS on top of it. I have anxiety and ADHD just normally and this is our first child (but second pregnancy after one miscarriage earlier this year). Just uuugggghhhhh. Tips for coping appreciated.

Curious: for those evaluated or incentivized on utilization and hours, how does that affect your work planning and productivity? Any negative impact? Not knocking anyone's system, just wondering.

Why don’t more people push back against eating hours (especially when it’s substantial, e.g., 25% beyond projected hours), when utilization is a KPI? Can there even be formal repercussions for refusing to, given that doing so is against policy at most firms?

Got an offer for moving to a boutique and was excited until I got the benefit info. Currently at $140, DTO, 12 holidays, high chance of decent bonus. New role is $160k, 24 days PTO, 8 holidays, only utilization bonus but good size.
The change is PTO/holidays is a huge deal for me but not sure if the salary makes up for it. They aren't budging on anything which to me is not a good sign. Really torn on what to do

Have any respiratory therapists found jobs OTHER than being a clinical RT? I want to possibly change careers, but I am finding that a lot of jobs (clinical liason, utilization review, etc) want you to have a nursing degree, not a respiratory degree. I feel like as an RT we are limited to jobs.

Anyone have any tips for getting past the "new consultant" anxiety? Everything from how I look to the team to my first month's utilization rate has me staying up at night...

As a first year associate (A2) what should my utilization be at the end of the year? I’m looking at finishing with ~75% if I’m fully staffed the rest of the year.

It's so quiet in the office today!.... I thought, as I worked from home 😜 love working in this season!

Fascinating convos at work vs. Simple and somewhat boring at home: does anyone struggle with this? With SO’s fam now. They're so nice. But they don’t really talk about anything meaningful / deep.

Big4 🐠- what are the salary bands for a C doing Revenue Cycle Transformation?

Thoughts on Class Pass?

Deloitte is looking for SAP Sr. Consultants, Managers, and Sr. Managers. If you have core SAP skill sets (i.e. analytics, Finance, supply chain, and/or technology capability SAP skills) message me.

I have a team lunch on Friday - treating everyone to food delivery. I’m trying to figure out a quick and fun game we could play together (8 people total) - any ideas?!

Buying an investment property in Brickell, Miami. Any advice regarding management?

Would Pence be better?

Anyone use the VA to pay for the AWS certification exams? I'm trying to figure it is it deducts any time from your Post 9/11 bill or not.

Are you still skeptical of the vaccine?

"Here's my tax stuff. Can you hurry and get them done for me tomorrow? I need that refund so I can go tanning". #ShitTaxClientsSay

I am a business analyst with MBA background working in D in ecommerce practice . I have around 5 yrs experience jn consulting and 2 yrs mba. Are there any good product management or BA opportunities in EY

Any tips on finding jobs in London at SA level from overseas? I've been putting in online applications for the last couple months but haven't gotten to the second stage for any yet

Hi! I’m based in Chicago and am looking for a WFH job. I currently work in banking but have also worked at Amazon on the seller support side. Any recommendations on where to look? My goal is to start at 65k. Thanks!

How do you define which schools are your target schools? GPA and GMAT? If so, how high above the average GPA and GMAT do you need for a school to be a “target”? Asian male for reference.

Anyone knows about orange business services, how is WLB, job security,Work Culture.. Need to decide in two days.


Please comment if you have any Idea... It will be very helpful for me.

Anyone have a recommendation for a psychiatrist in Chicago? Recently moved here and want to get back on my meds.

Hi Fishes ,
What if I stop working in a project yet to go live?
Also to mention , there are 3 people in team including me.
Hate the work env.

Why do companies hire celebrities to speak?

My firm hired 2 big celebrities to speak at a “cloud” conference. These are celebrities that have absolutely no technology experience and are being paid $550k (for both of them) for about 30 mins each.

How is this stuff signed off on by executive management?

A bird took a massive dump on my new Tumi. Day is ruined :(

Great role in a growing account with a horrible manager. Should I take it?

Multiple scrum teams spending time hanging holiday decorations. Yesterday we were told we would have to work on saturdays in january because we are red.

I’m ignorant about Oliver Wyman. Can someone give me some quick facts - do they specialize in anything, typical consultancy? Prestige near MBB at all?

Hi fishes,
I am looking for remote opportunities in SDET/ QA Automation. Please let me know if there are opportunities at your company!!!
YOE : 4

Does anyone know about HMA’s (health management associates) consultant salary bands? Glassdoor isn’t helping!

Any companies still have vaccine mandates in place for employees?

On a track for promotion for Q1 but feeling burnt out and like I can’t manage the workload in order to make that happen. I brought this up to my manager and she said “well we probably won’t be able to get you the promo until Q2 then in order to get all the data points needed”. Her point is pretty accurate, but am I crazy to slow down for my mental health and sanity at the expense of delaying promo by 3 months?

Opinions on living in Colorado vs Utah? I’ve heard positives and negatives, but any input is welcomed. Young single female with dog and remote working. Looking for great outdoor activities. That’s about it. TIA!

What’s your perception of the different Tier 2 companies? Which ones are you encountering / hearing more about (for better or worse) recently?

Has anyone managed to book hotel rooms with a kitchen? Not for long term stays - just regular M-Th travel. Would love to keep my meal prep schedule running while I’m on the road.

27 year Olds, how much are you all putting to 401k? And how much 401k do you have? I been just putting the amount deloitte matches..