Dealing with federal bureaucracy can be one of the most frustrating parts of being a federal contractor. Whether it’s waiting for approvals or getting stuck in the complex decision-making processes, it can slow down progress. For those who have been in the federal space for a while, any advice for cutting through the red tape and getting things done efficiently?

Is it possible to have zero tax with 13.5 lpa with the following tax benfits ?
80C 1.5 lpa , 80 CCD(2) NPS 50k ,
Home loan 2 lpa.

For those who have to report on financial performance regularly to either the CFO or related execs: how do you get past the nerves? Honestly my work culture is super chill but I still get anxiety.

I really feel like I should be excused from this "diversity and inclusiveness" training stuff lmao. It's about implicit bias and I'm sorry it's just not believable coming from an old white man's mouth when there are maybe 4 non-white associates. We're having these meetings 3 times this week. 🤦🏽‍♀️

Trying to narrow down my quarter life crisis. Currently I’m looking at a UX Design bootcamp, do people actually hire from these bootcamps?

I’ve been in non-profit finance for over 6 years, now looking to go into compliance. I’ll appreciate any advice I can get.

Hi , I am 11 years Exp, and have an offer of 17.2 ( 16LPA fixed) Cracked AWS and waiting for salary negotiation. Can someone guide me how much should be the base pay , bonus and equity.

Hi guys,

What is average yearly increment in Persistent?

Looking for wfh opportunity currently working as a business consultant

How do you deal with a senior member of the team that doesn’t value your input? I’d love to be more involved but I feel like I’m not given a chance to

Anyone have any suggestions on how to control oily hair? I have thin hair, and started using fable and mane pre hair oil and mask..which kind of helps but seems like the oil just builds up quickly.

If you go for interview and you sort of know that the person interviewing you might be curious about something on your negative on your resume like why is there a gap or why were you in XX role for so long?

Do you address it pre-emptively? Or does that show insecurity and you leave the elephant in the room and wait till they ask you?

I guess this is more in the case of networking than interview like do you make your own story?

Does anyone have a rough idea of the salary scale at Buchalter for a third year associate?

Can you practice for leetcode without knowing how to code?

Any non-cishet male folks want to chat? Missing community right now!

Fellow engineers, how long were you doing production in Revit/AutoCAD before you stopped doing that and took on more engineering tasks?

8 YOE in Ariba and sap mm. What’s the average pay for scon in ariba team at pwc.

Anyone here being prescribed strattera for ADHD? I got diagnosed today and wanted to hear about your experiences.

They reduced the therapy questions on the secret clearance form so that you don't have to disclose therapy except in specific circumstances. Is it still on the TS form?

Anyone in FAANG cyber willing to refer?

Do Leidos, SAIC, and other mostly-fed consulting businesses pay bonuses to all levels? If so, what does a typical bonus target look like? Booz Allen does not pay bonuses until you get to the Senior Associate level (1 step below Director) and I think that impacts employee performance and work ethic pretty dramatically. I’m wondering if not paying bonuses is common to federal contracting because of how the contracts or priced, or if this is something unique to Booz Allen.

How much of a salary bump does a secret clearance get? What are the salary bumps for popular certifications (PMP, agile, scrum master, etc.)? I’ve heard $10k for secret and $10k for scrum

Anyone work / worked for ICF? Have a potential interview and would like to know more about the company. Looking at a cyber position. Thank you!

Hi all, which companies in the Federal space can I target that work in the healthcare implementation space? Most openings I see are on the strategy/advisory side.
I have a lot of experience in the Medicaid world and have led and managed implementation projects there. Thanks.

For a friend: USMC transitioning veteran looking for opportunities in the southeast region, open to remote work. 8 yrs of specialized experience. Roles: Contracts Manager, Contract Specialist, Contracts Administrator, and Procurement Coordinator. GS or Consulting positions.

How competitive are promotions at Deloitte GPS?

Regarding these interviews: I’ve smoked pot exactly once, about 15 years ago. Do no other drugs. If I disclose that when I ask, is that a problem?

Typical base for SC at D GPS in DC? Have 5 yoe and a masters degree. Already have a secret clearance.

For those of you with government contracts, Whats your thought on political giving in this cycle given the heightened scrutiny?

Anyone here worked on the hill, did you work on the hill for less than a year and try and get back on?

What's the market these days for someone with not-great technical skills, 12 YOE, TS clearance, hard-to-find/unique skillset, elite masters, middle management in DoD contracting, experience with critical/high profile roles?

I'm thinking 120-135k would be bad/mediocre, 180-195k would be possible/a stretch, and 160-170k would be doable/realistic. Thoughts? Not interested in Deloitte.

Anyone that works for DOD have trouble getting their CAC? I work with the Navy and haven't heard anything about issuing a CAC. Did they stop issuing out CACs?

AFS manager salary? Interviewing now and would like to know what I should negotiate for.

What would you all say are the best consulting firms to work at in the federal government space? I’m not sure how many “prestigious” firms (like MBB) have a significant federal practice at all.

Recently relocated IT cloud engineer looking for a new position in the DC area around the December time frame. Is hiring slow for IT in the area this time of the year?

Anyone have any car rental hacks to get something other than a compact to show as a compact on the receipt? Traveling on federally reimbursable funds, so need to show a compact car. But hoping to get something nicer but not get flagged by the Bean Counters. Thanks!