Connecting accuracy of financial reporting to EBITDA improvement. If volume is whatever it is, can’t control. Positive performance then means the business is actively making decisions to mitigate risks which should be radically facilitated by more accurate and timely reporting. Very basic example: new monthly forecast process achieved +/- 2% in demand forecasting accuracy, improving operational performance and inventory, to ultimately higher profitability for the company. Thoughts?

I need an answer for "Think back to the most recent complex decision you had to make or problem that you had to solve. Describe in detail the process you used to make the decision or solve the problem. What sources of  information did you use? How much time did you have, and how much time did you take? 

Hi Fishes, Have a query. My spouse is working in the electrical and electronics field for the last 15years, in various GCC countries. Now he wishes to come back to India and wants to join some company here. But seems like similar opportunities are very less, say close to 3-4%. What is your opinion if he takes a DevOps course and do a career change ? What will be the % of getting interviews ? Even if he gets selected, how much will he get?
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I have better. com offering me 3% with ~800dollar credit vs another at the same rate, no credit but it's a loan officer recommended by my realtor who has actually been very helpful. I have heard service at better tends to lack after rates lock. Any firsthand experience?

How much devops engineer can earn with 1yr relevant experience and 5yrs industry experience?

Are there any fundamental differences between a salary negotiation during the start (applying for the job) vs. Salary negotiation during a performance review (you’ve been employed for x time and looking for a raise). I’m in the latter and wondering if there are any maneuvers that are different I should be doing.

Been having trouble moving on since girlfriend ended relationship 3 weeks ago after 2+ years of dating. Before ending it she came over 3 weeks prior to basically give me a chance to work things out and we had a good discussion but then I went back into our routine and didn’t really fight for it or have serious follow up convos that we needed. Now I just have so many regrets that I let her go. I know we still love each other and left on “good” terms but can’t forgive myself for my lack of action.

one thing I do not do is pick up the phone before 9:30…after 7 years, you would think they’d learn.

General consensus: Should national elections be national holidays?

If I join pwc india in mid of August 2021. Will I be eligible for next year that is 2022 hike and performance bonus. Please enlighten me.

Anyone been to Langkawi? Debating between ritz or st Regis and hoping for some reviews. Any other information would be helpful too! Thanks

What interesting questions do you ask to get to know someone?

New to the bowl but looking for an accountability community.

This morning I did 30 minutes of cardio and 50 minutes of upper body strength training.

Pharma DTC or HCP?

What is wrong with me? Ex banker here who got absolutely burned out and exited to PE. Learned the hard way PE was no better so I landed at a cushy Corp dev job at a large tech making 200-250 working 30 hour weeks. This sounds like the dream right? But eventually I got bored and felt upside was limited. Wanted to try out a startup / unicorn due to FOMO during this hot funding market. Now I’m getting cranked at this unicorn despite friends warning me I’ll work a lot more at a startup.

Any other recruiters in this bowl?

Hi guys, I am working as an Investment Analyst for a boutique asset management firm in Toronto, Canada (4bn AUM) making 70k annually. I am 5 months into this role. Credentials: 6 months of prior experience in this industry at a small startup + 2 years of work exp in retail banking, CFA L2 candidate, part time masters of finance student, bachelors from outside of Canada. I want to find out if I’m being paid fairly or I should aim higher. I don’t know my bonus yet (discussion in Dec)

Which firm do you guys think has best work life balance?

Transitioning from line of business familiarity (understanding financial statements) to... real(?) Finance (bonds and cap markets and other debt sales) any advice on books or resources to learn really from step 0?

Looking for a great espresso machine – willing to pay whatever as long as it lives up to its hefty price tag. Any recommendations?

Considering an FP&A role at a credit fund. Anyone have any insight into what this would be like?

Anyone in crypto compliance? What’s your background and how did you make it there? I’m in asset management compliance and want a change.

Is it ok to say plain English during interviews or I have to massage my language to speak Shakespeare English using GRE words?

what is cross asset structuring?

Can someone explain how to maximize the 401k employer contribution -- by when during the year should I have invested the full $18k to get the 1.5% match?

Trading stocks. Anyone notice hedgefunds going HAM with energy stock purchases since November 2021? These bank jobs aren’t about doing pivot tables for some bozo. It’s about looking at the data and conveying a message. Financial Forecasting. Try it. The answers to retirement is out there.

Which firms have you gotten offers from, but gave them a pass? And why?

Khaleesi is coming to Westeros!!!

Hi all, I have a question regarding retirement accounts. I am not sure if I should choose a Roth or 401k (company has 4+2% match). Currently 23, base salary is ~100k and investments have brought 45k this year which has me teetering between a 22-24% tax bracket. Wondering what the usual tax bracket is of people retired (around 65yo) as I’m not sure anything would bring in significant income with the exception of investments. In my case would a Roth make sense? Appreciate any answers!!

Who here actually owns a car and what kind of car is it?

I freaking love wearing khakis

Number of emails you send and receive in a day? It's nearly midnight, and I'm still getting them. Does my VP have a life? I seriously think he's taking his antisocial tendencies out on me.

What are 3 things clients don't know about our services that would scare the shit out of them if they did?

Alright, Fish Friends - did you come from a target or non-target?

What can I do during downtime throughout my day to prepare me for investment banking? I have a while until I am eligible to move internally but I want to be prepared when the time comes

North Korea - the boy (country) who cried wolf?