Do MBB have utilization targets? Is the metric a factor in any sort of review / promotion decision?

3 Day PTO starts now...my buddy's bachelor party. Forget you, utilization.

How much are you expecting in raise/promotion or exit opps for having the CPA title and credentials?

What is the average hike provided in Reliance Jio for an employee who is already at market standard and at Manager position. Consider he rated top in a fiscal year with no promotion? Please consider 4 year average while answering if possible.

Pre-MBA at MBB — Have worked on a few DDs but have not touched the model workstream yet. Any advice on how I can best discuss my “deal” experience in PE interviews despite that? Thanks in advance!

If you asked to be considered for early promotion and didn’t get it (despite being highly rated, exceeding billable goal, etc) would you look elsewhere? Is it right to be angry about it? I don’t want to spin myself up unnecessarily if it’s unjustified

Does Lebanese diaspora really command more power in the MBB and T2 in the region? How can others navigate a career here?

MBA vs MBB

Non-target school background, currently Deloitte Strategy. Will I learn more going to McKinsey, Bain, BCG? Or in an MBA from a top school.

Will keep this specialism agnostic. If MBB, it would be as a generalist.

I'm in finance/tech FPA, looking to go back to the defense industry for a 25% increase in TC. But wanted to see if I should leverage the new salary with current company to see if they'll match.

Background: got a promotion at current company that didn't come with sufficient increase . After stating my case I was told it would be evaluated next October, which is what prompted the initial job search.

Current TC 103K [88/15], offer 125k base [+discretionary bonus].

How early is too early to ask for a raise?

Do you pay your credit cards in full every month?

I ask because I’ve let my credit spending get a bit lax since moving and adopting a puppy recently, so I haven’t been paying them off in full every month like I used to (though still well above the minimum payment, and keeping utilization at 30% or under). It got me thinking about how many people adhere to this advice.

Any suggests on wording or verbiage for accepting an offer with another company that states it’s too late in the year to be considered for a merit raise the upcoming year also not eligible for a prorated bonus due to being hired late in the year?
Trying to get the salary negotiated higher and looking for a strong email counter offer to send to them

MIS Junior here. Should I graduate next May and start working or get my Masters in MIS and have 1 more internship? I have had two internships already (Business Analyst & QA/Automation Scripting) and I am interning in Cyber this summer at a Top 10 firm. Should I get my masters and try to intern with b4/MBB in cyber consulting or just graduate next May?

Hey fishes, need some clarity on following cases

1. I got HC this year and last year, this year I got promoted, still my variable pay bonus % was same both years, is it a default method for all or its controlled by Managers ?

2. Will HC hike with and without promotion will also be same ?

How much hike I can expect from Staff to Senior promotion this year at High Contribution

Where in Dubai do you live? Which areas would you suggest for MBB consultant? Thank you

I was doing some googling and I saw that PWC offers MBA hires 45k in comparison to MBBs at 70k +. Is this a bad joke? I can't imagine that PWC's target for MBA hires is widely different from MBB. In the US, the pay gap isn't that wide. Any reason behind this madness?

Let's talk salary.

I'm up for a raise soon and I'm at 43,000 a year. Anyone have any advice on what I should ask for?

I’m going to be a dad! But I have some questions. When should I tell my manager/teams? I’m up for senior promotion this year, will this impact that promotion? For those of you that work in public what tips do you have for managing your work and family responsibilities? For context, my wife, once she’s done with maternity leave, will only work 25-30 hours a week. I know working in public and having a new born is probably going to be a lot to juggle, but I have to make it work.

Consulting firms, how does your company use utilization as a performance metric? And what are your targets (e.g, Junior practitioners vs senior)

Hi all! I need some advice. I came in at a lower level than I wanted and turns out, I did a shitty deal at negotiating. I’m up for a promotion (title but not salary bc of COVID) - when salary increases are a thing, how much should I negotiate for? Like percentage wise, with the fact that I’m about 7-10K underpaid compared to other people with the current title?

How do upgrades to nicer rooms work for Marriott?

How common are credit checks for roles in accounting or finance positions? Will high utilization on credit card balances and low credit score be a deal breaker? I’ve been irresponsible and made mistakes, but wondering if I can switch jobs now or if I’m best off waiting 1-2 years and cleaning up my credit first.

Out of curiosity, if I had a secret clearance but left my previous firm and my new firm does not do any form of public consulting therefore does not utilize my secret clearance, and I am planning to travel abroad; who do I notify? How do I notify them? Any form of help would be greatly appreciated!

Hi all. Is there a way to find out at what Greeks I opened a position? I opened options last month and I am trying to recall at which delta I bought my spreads. Thx!

Hi Everyone, Started my career in government 5 years ago working in an operational role, then focussed on HR for 3 years working my way up to a middle manager role in HR as a business partner and completed my Level 7 CIPD. I don’t think HR or government is for me anymore and looking to find something new, now 24 feel I have a lot of transferable skills and knowledge but worried about private companies in other professions taking me seriously. Grateful for any advice - thanks in advance!

How is the EY Chennai office?
I am planning to move to Chennai EY from Pune INFOSYS.

Any rough idea on the cost of living in Chennai for a bachelor?

Offered CTC by EY 11lpa + performance bonus of 10%.

Favorite Consulting Meme Instagram accounts?

What are the best agencies ( travel) for RN with one year of CVICU experience? Thank you

Anyone here who has qualified Wings 1- milestone 1? Is it worth the effort?

Appeared for a core track. The content and examination are time consuming!!! and requires lots of effort, where we need to study after work hrs/ weekends, if u are in a busy project!
Anyone here / ur colleagues who got any revision in compensation after qualifying the same?

Has anyone ever tried to work outside of AFS's typical locations (DC, SAT, STL)? I'd like to stay with AFS, but I want to move away from TX to CO. I've heard rumors that some people have been able to do this. Any experience or insight?

If I had a traditional IRA before being employed in a 401k eligible role, can / must I roll that IRA into the 401k or can I leave the accounts separate without deleterious tax consequences?

What are the safest areas to live in Atlanta, where you would want to be as a twenty-something? Like fun things to do, can walk to things maybe. Any thoughts?

Is it possible for someone with anxiety to have a career at MBB? Anyone currently in this situation? How do you cope?

Hello Folks,
Can someone please let me know , what will be the basic package for Account specialist / account manager in Advertising ?

My professional life at the moment is far from ideal. I’ve been on quarantine (long story, but a good one) for the last seven years. Royalties from my books don’t pay the bills. My entrepreneurial pursuits remain hampered. For the interim, I’ve been looking for a remote opportunity where I can leverage my skills in marketing, sales, social media, and elsewhere for a decent sum. I have a social media presence which, in recent years, reached millions. There has to be something exciting I can do.

Anyone have idea on below companies. Which is better in terms of WLB & hikes? Both offering almost same CTC.
1)EPAM Systems
2) FactSet

Can I export a list with all emails I sent for the month? I would like to use it to compare to my billed time to make sure I don’t miss anything. Usually I go through my sent inbox but it has so much extra info so it’s not a quick scan. Plus outlook does weird things sometimes like combines conversations so I only see most recent sent item in that convo. Alternatively, do you have a good way confirming you caught all of your email time?

How does your company manage (track) all of the documents related to a merger you are working on? Are you using a matter management software, a spreadsheet, shared file, etc? Keeping up with the moving pieces is killing me with just a spreadsheet.

Okay - any fellow consultants that turned around their lives? Like late bloomers, change in outlook(becoming optimistic), or just finding more helpful and happy people in life? Some upbeat stories plz

I want to exit to a GM or Senior ops director role. Currently 3 yrs in consulting, 10 yrs in ops at well-known manuf. firm, CPIM, CSCP, T20 MBA, Ind Eng undergrad. Anyone have recs on how to prepare?

Anyone have info on MBB/Strategy& supply chain consulting? Group size, actively hiring, common backgrounds (MBA/certifications required/helpful?), project types, & interview prep tips? Looking to enter as an experienced hire. Currently a procurement financial analyst and just passed my CSCP certification. Ex-big4.

Thanks!

Spanish flu lasted 3 years with no flattening of curve... I m fed up in week 3 itself. Will flattening the curve spread it out further by 1-2 years? In that case I am sure the economy will change cont

Those of you that PC game while on the road; what is your set up? e.g. router, moonlight, ...

Thoughts on Product school to break into product management?

Fiancé is at Kearney. He constantly is worried about lay offs and losing his job and thinks leadership is hiding how bad this is. What can I say to him/is it actually so horrible there?

Looking for book recommendations; any favorites? Interested in both fiction and educational/self-improvement (for example, investment / finance books, time management, etc). I feel my vocab is...

If I had a traditional IRA before being employed in a 401k eligible role, can / must I roll that IRA into the 401k or can I leave the accounts separate without deleterious tax consequences?

Advice or Book recommendations on how not to get bothered by others/ friends/ peers? What they think or what they do!
Been struggling lately

Any book recommendations for someone looking to get into a Product Owner / Manager role?

Ekaterina is back 😍😏💅🏻

Suggestions for home office chairs? Back is killing me; I can’t take the dining table chair anymore

Hey AT Kearney 🐠, I’m looking to jump to your firm. Would really appreciate it if someone can answer a few questions. Thanks in advance!

Is M&A integration good work?

What are some publications, books, podcasts, online classes etc that can help me prepare for my first year in consulting? Have 5 years of experience in finance and making the jump to consulting.