Currently an EM at McKinsey, joined as a lateral hire after 6yrs in consulting (strategy boutique) and a short stint at a lesser known PE firm. What prospects would I have pivoting back to PE?

I am a Business Analyst. I have 10 years of working experience in India. In May 2022 I will complete MSc Business Analytics from Maynooth university.
In the past I have lead a team of analyst performing multiple activities like sales analytics, web analytics on Google analytics, I have also worked as a scrum master in certain projects
I have worked with tools like tableau, power BI and now alteryx any suggestions for the job role I should look forward to?

Is it worth to resign in this recession time ?

Hello guys,
I have heard that most legacy systems specifically mainframes are being replaced and new technologies taking over for similar purpose.
How about employee like us who just started in this mainframe tech . Where will we end up if you stay in this.
Many of onsite leads tells that move of it as they are migrating larger part of it to new platforms but BU heads says it is going to stay for a long long time don't get panicked.
Can anyone let me know the real scenario.??

Wondering what other high paying (6 figure) jobs might be out there that have the same level of intellectual stimulation as consulting without all of the schmoozing and social obligations. Any ideas?

Hi all. I’m looking into potentially transitioning to PE with a background in Finance Transformation consulting @KPMG of 4yrs. Do I stand a chance? Any advice on how to best approach this would be super helpful, thanks.

Hi Fishes,

Currently I am a software developer and I wanted to become an software Architect ... What steps I need to follow to achieve the same...

Please let me know your suggestion...

For those who have passed the CIPM exam, what is it like (and how does it compare to the CIPP/US exam)?

To those who transferred offices - when is the best time to do so? Currently, a staff 1, should I wait to become a senior to have better options or does it even matter?

Advice needed: looking to leave public accounting and tax for good. I have two offers between a financial analyst and an accountant role. Based on your experience, which of the two has the best/better exit opportunities (should I decide to pursue the finance realm or something else) and better work life balance? The bigger pay as an analyst is tempting, but the company benefits are meh.

What is a case team leader at Bain? Where does it fall in career progression

Should I take Data Science Sr Analyst role at Accenture? Are projects and growth rate good at Accenture?
Please someone suggest.

Are there any specific courses or upskilling programs on culture change in M&A/ change in M&A? Really wish to get into M&A OCM but do not have experience and every firm out there is looking for some experience to get hired as an M&A focused lateral hire

For buy side analysts, are there logical career moves one can make after having a couple of years of working experience?

I have been practicing in creditors rights/foreclosure in PA & NJ for around 4.5 years. Due to the foreclosure/eviction moratoriums there is no work to do and I was furloughed. I am looking to change directions- what is the most logical next move?

I’m in IT in a large corp and I don’t know what to do. I’m the systems engineer and I planned around what I thought was a straight forward concept. It appears what I thought would be possible was wrong. Everyone celebrated thinking I’d figured it out, including me. Were spinning up a full team to build it and I’ve exhausted all avenues to find an alternative solution. There isn’t. Horrified this is a career limiting situation….

take job with long commute or stay at b4?

Hi. My brother has 8 YOE post his Masters (MIS) from NYU. He has been with a US bank in their rates trading division as a software developer- managing, supporting and developing software for pricing trade executions, risk management and reporting requirements for the trading desk. He wants to pivot out of banking into FAANG. Any inputs on what areas he can pivot to where his experience will be valued and appreciated? TIA

Anyone here has taken the PMP certification ? Is it worth it over MBA and if you're managing projects in Advisory?

I have 15+ years of US and international healthcare YOE (clinical ops, mgmt, prod imp, apms), 10+ of which have been in non-trad consulting roles. I don’t have a masters but am applying now. I’ve been contracting on a number of fed projects for BAH with VA, HHS, etc for 5 years as SME/imp spec.
I’ve was offered a fed healthcare ops specialist role at boozallen at associate level $140K. I was originally told that the role was a lead. Growth and title are imp. to me. Is this salary low?

Hello Fishes,

Did anyone attend interview from Delta Airlines recently?

What have you found to be some of the keys to scaling succesfully, either in a business or a product or dept?

My marketing people - does anyone else's company have a dedicated "Marketing Response Team" (MRT Team)? Or something similar? Might be called something else at other companies and I just have no clue.

Hey - Book club post again incase anybody didn’t see who happens to be interested. DM me and I can add you to our group chat!! Hoping to get together this week 📚

Had a salary discussion with headhunter, who really lowballed me and told that the employer is not going to pay more than X.
The final interview is scheduled for tomorrow should I be expecting any salary negotiation during the final interview or after or is the number that I informally agreed to with a headhunter is set in stone?
How bad is it if I refuse to accept the offer? Will I be banned from working with that headhunting firm?

What is the scoop on med mal defense vs. plaintiff work? Is defense more respected by other practice areas if I were to switch somewhere else later?

I applied to a position that brands itself as civil litigation and apparently the role is med mal defense. Not sure what to go by but would like to do a little research before I call them back.

How was your first year experience in your consulting firm?

Hold or sell IOTA?

I am a Business Analyst. I have 10 years of working experience in India. In May 2022 I will complete MSc Business Analytics from Maynooth university.
In the past I have lead a team of analyst performing multiple activities like sales analytics, web analytics on Google analytics, I have also worked as a scrum master in certain projects
I have worked with tools like tableau, power BI and now alteryx any suggestions for the job role I should look forward to?

Would you buy a brand new car in cash?

Looking for a gay woman on the east coast (yes I have given up on confining my option only to my city). I’m a clean person, funny, a good chef, good in bed and just overall wholesome. Bonus points if you are a top.

Does anyone know a good Laptop for $1100 that would have the following specifications: Intel I5 10th Gen, processor, 512GB SSD, 16 GB RAM with Windows pro, with at least a year of warranty?

How does equity breakdown in banking tech? Looking at Director roles at WF, Truist and BoA. What's a ballpark range I could expect?

best burger place with chicken options?

Hello...can anyone please tell me the average salary slab in Wells Fargo. Also, what are the benefits

DXC or Capgemini or Fidelity Investments. Fidelity has offered highest amongst 3. I am having 11 YOE.

Hi all, can anyone comment on the culture at Platinum Equity, in particular in the UK?
Also, what are the different levels (hierarchy) and rough comp? @platinum equity

Is a “coffee chat” the same as a first round interview for on-cycle recruiting right now?

Currently in ibanking as an associate and want to see if I can make the move to PE. Is the CAIA viewed favorably at all?

If you can work for any buyside firm (PE, HF, VC), which would it be and why?

Is the CVA exam worth pursuing?

Had a salary discussion with headhunter, who really lowballed me and told that the employer is not going to pay more than X.
The final interview is scheduled for tomorrow should I be expecting any salary negotiation during the final interview or after or is the number that I informally agreed to with a headhunter is set in stone?
How bad is it if I refuse to accept the offer? Will I be banned from working with that headhunting firm?

Hi all. I’m looking into potentially transitioning to PE with a background in Finance Transformation consulting @KPMG of 4yrs. Do I stand a chance? Any advice on how to best approach this would be super helpful, thanks.

For ex consultants without finance backgrounds who transitions to PE or Growth do you have any recs on podcast books to read that helped you build your PE/Investing knowledge?

For those who exited to PE deals / investment core teams, what’s your focus area when you were in consulting? Deal Strategy, Commercial DD, Growth Strategy, etc.? Do you like the WLB in PE?

I’m a first-year MBB analyst. My dream role is helping energy / climate tech companies grow (more interested in ops/strategic work than in cutting checks). Are there funds that might be a good fit?

Any advice for final round interviews for PE associate roles? Any unique questions you’ve seen? Any tips on how to standout?

Anyone familiar with Comvest Partners’ direct lending team?

How do you calculate IRR for a write off? Is it just 0% or should it go negative? There’s no cash moving after the initial investment so not sure what to do.

Can you recruit via headhunter while in an MBA program?

What is typical compensation for junior / mid level investment staff at VC firms?

Hey everyone! I’m looking to move out to London, I lost my projects due to COVID and if anyone could help me out with a referral in the UK or Europe I’d be very grateful! I can offer a good wine and dine in exchange! 🍾🍱

Anyone knows what’s the best way to look up VC investment roadmap for maybe health tech or software focused VC firms?

I have been applying for internships the last few months. Got few first round interviews but never concluded further in the application stage. Lots of rejections because I am not from a target university.

Still looking for a summer internship within a Quant Fund, Hedge Fund or Trading firm (HFT,Quant or Systematic). Anyone with tips?

Bit of background. I am a Physics and Math undergrad with previous experience in Capital Markets and Research.

Thanks in advance!

Recommended reading (books, articles, training courses) for tech growth equity interview prep? Especially focus on P&L-logic, case studies, and operational improvements.

How do I get on a deal team?