Does anyone worry about / NOT want to be promoted? I’m an Associate and the thought of one day managing people as an SA or manager is really unappealing and terrifying to me

Can you set automatic investments in TD Ameritrade? Looking to DCA at the start of every month into index funds without having to manually buy. Thanks!

Any high school art teachers here?

I have been seeing all of these "studies" saying that many people prefer working in the office versus working from home... I'm doubting these results and want to conduct my own little poll.
Do you prefer:
A) Working from Home
B) Working from the Office
C) Hybrid

I like to pursue in the data science field. I have business Analyst experience but to switch to data science field could you guide me on what should I learn? Where should I start?

Is anyone know why the wipro extending joining date ? Is it safe to wait till the extended date.?

I am quite early in my career and currently working on my masters in data science. Any tips on what kind of projects I should include on my resume and if I should include them?

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?

In honor of National Voter Registration Day, The New Yorker released the transcript of a previously unpublished interview with James Baldwin, who gave a first-hand account of "Freedom Day 1963," a Black voter-registration drive in Selma, Alabama. Baldwin's descriptions from that day are so vivid and detailed that you can feel the fear and anger of the event. If you have a couple of minutes, I highly recommend you read it.

Hi Fishes,

I have recently received an offer from BMC Software for IT Services BU. Can anybody please let me know how is the work life balance and annual increments here? Also what is the leave policy and if any additional perks/benefits are provided to the employees?

This is mostly for me but in case anyone else needs it: if everyone else praises your work, don’t let the senior associate with the bad haircut get you down.

I never do this but I need some objective advice. My wife is 5mo pregnant and my sister is getting married. Wedding was adjusted because of COVID but she set the date knowing I might not be able to attend as I’d have to fly there. Now I’m conflicted because if I attend, I’d have to quarantine for 2 weeks away from my wife and miss a couple DR appts. I’m her only support where we live. Would be stressful for her but I’m getting immense pressure from my parents to attend the wedding. Advice?

Anyone here broken into real estate private equity from big 4 consulting? What steps did you take to jump into RE PE? What gaps in knowledge did you have and how did you fill them? Outside of the knowledge gaps what other things do you think you needed in order to get into RE PE?

Will have a night in Houston for work. Never been to the city before. Any tips on best SPG/Marriott property down there?

It says on Bonvoy breakfast voucher that gratitude is included. Somehow they always expect additional cash tips?

I’m currently a compliance specialist, I work primarily with Secretary of State in all 50 states and I manage filing and formations of new companies, filing and tracking annual reports, filing amendments, withdrawals, and dissolutions. Are there any companies hiring for this type of work?

Any particular segment of sales good for ex-finance? Currently 3 years in at fortune 100 bank on business development side (on commercial loan originations team but no commission/targets at the associate level, basically do credit analysis and build pitch books for the producers) This role has been great as I have gotten both analytical experience and tasted sales experience (I say taste bc I’m not the producer) but would potentially like to transition to a sales role that is less analytical

Hi fishes. I am a Data scientist having TC as 19 LPA (all fixed), YoE is 1.8 years. I have a bachelor's and master's in non CS/IT.
I want to make a switch for a higher salary, what compensation should I be expecting?

I'll be glad if anyone of you can provide referral.🙏

How is Novartis account in Accenture?

Anyone find AppleCare worth it?

On a two year reset cycle for firm subsidized phone if that helps as background. Plus generally buy a rugged case and a tempered glass screen protector.

hows MBB non-consulting practice compared to Big 4’s? comparable? better? worse?

Offered a spot at BCGAdvance, which includes a 1st round interview for consulting. anyone else out there attending?

Want to warn stakeholders that their hostile, posturing emails with our main client CC'd is only going to backfire (main client ❤️ us). emails will no joke prob get some of them fired. #restructuring

Words to live by as each of us begin our Saturday night festivities remember:

Any party is a costume party if you wear one.

Is it recommended to get two full years of consulting experience before looking for a move elsewhere...for more comp (say to another Big 4, industry, attempt at MBB or FAANG)? Already have 8 yoe in the DoD space outside of consulting. And about 16 months of consulting exp

Anyone in the georgia tech omsa program? Looks very interesting.would love to hear someone's experience in the program

Layoffs at Walmart corporate 😬😬

How do I check my actual utilization (not the effective one). Mybusiness only tells me the effective utilization

What did you all think of the SAP XO strategy at sapphire?

I am starting a new role with a new company and will have 6 direct reports. Although I have managed teams before in a consulting project setting, this will be the first time in industry. Any recommendations on how to sharpen my management skills (books, blogs, etc). Particularly looking at how to delegate effectively and practical examples on how to run day to day.

I feel stuck as a Strategy Manager and want to make a career pivot at 35. But have no idea what i should do? Any suggestions, resources or books that I should read to help with my existential mid thirties crisis? I have experience in technology consulting, corporate strategy, freelance consulting and law. Do I go back to being an Attorney, or do I retrain and become a financial advisor or something else?

Age you made manager?

Commercial vs Public sector/Federal Consulting within the Big 4 or MBB. Differences in culture, types of work, wlb, exit opportunities, etc

Overnight layover with some buddies in Doha - any suggestions for St Regis or the W? Landing around 11pm and leaving at 9am we just want to go clubbing and party before the next flight.

Does PwC really use Google Slides..?

what kind of offer should I expect from KPMG?
they contacted me - 2.5 years experience, data scientist, DC area. bachelor's in a STEM field. DC area. likely federal work.
unsure abt hierarchy & pay.

All I want to do is curl up in bed with hot tea and a good book. Recommendations for if I ever achieve said dream?