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

I’m still in the entry levels of digital marketing and I’m looking to expand my skills. What would you suggest to get certified in or skills / programs to learn.

Industry vs. academic research, what have your experiences in either been like and which do you prefer?

For those who completed their SHRM certification this year (CP or SCP) and opted for self study, what study materials did you use to prepare?

I’m a BSN,RN and wish to pivot away from the bedside in the near future. I also have a psyc degree inclined towards organization behavior. I’m learning about change management but wish to connect with people who have gone through change initiatives so they can share insights and help me decide if that’s a path I want to take. Feel free to message or drop some wisdom in the post! Thank you

Negotiating an offer with MBB. How should I negotiate for unvested RSUs? I have about $400K with a vesting schedule over the next 3.5 years. Thank you!

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Hello, Partners. Can anyone recommend fantastic courses, videos or training for a new manager like myself? I’ve come from a tech background and looking to be C-Suite

How early in someone’s career do you generally identify if a homegrown person is partner material or not? M and up or earlier?

What is the equivalent of a Sr MD in Accenture in IBM ? A Band C or higher ?

Leaving after one year to another biglaw firm?

After you are stealth laid off, other than job search, what do you do? I assume they won’t give you work and even if they do, you can politely decline? How do you feel about you are not progressing anymore and seeing other people progressing in their career? I have no intention to make partner, but still feel a bit stuck not doing that much.

Advice on taking the SHRM-SCP exam? I’m taking the exam tomorrow and not feeling as prepared as I should. Who has taken the SCP exam? How difficult did you find it?

I work at M&A Strategy. But we hardly do any M&A activities (that are limited to separation and integration) and I want move eventually to PE/VC. Do you think I should look for other working options?

Hi Fishers,
I have 4 years experience in manual testing.
How do I move into Automation testing.
What to study? Is selenium good to study in terms of long term

Thanks for creating this Bowl. Anyone here transitioned from cost engineering into PM? I’m working a internal consulting type of cost engineer role and is seems like a good position to gain skills in that could apply to becoming a PM in the future. I have also worked in design engineering and engineering analysis roles. Have a BS in mechanical engineering and a MS in Data Analytics Engineering.

I currently hold a bachelor in accounting and I am looking into transition to the Cybersecurity world. I have an interest in working with the banks doing penetration testing.

Can anyone recommend a Tech Bootcamps in the ATL or Metro Atlanta Area

How can I get started ?

So...I started my own company in 2018. Things went off like a ROCKET. Its a small Remodeling company and we specialize in higher end bathrooms and kitchens etc. I love working with my hands. I also have my education though and...I am going to return to tech work. I just wonder..when is enough enough? When do you pull the plug?

Want to switch from graphic design (mostly doing print, some digital) to UX/UI. Some advice, tips on how to make a transition? Classes, videos, books, interning? How to find first projects? Thanks.

I have been overworked and overwhelmed at my current job for quite a while. This is my first position out of law school, small firm with large caseload, and in my second year of practice. I often think I should look for another opportunity elsewhere but I don't know that any other firms would give me the potential for growth and experience that I am getting here. What are other 2nd year associates doing at other firms? Trying to gauge if I really am getting more opportunities here

Senpais, looking back, if you had known more about your specialty, would you still have chosen it? If not, which specialty would you have preferred to enter? And why?

What cloud data platform should I learn to be successful in pharma consulting? AWS vs GCP vs Azure.

Hi Fishes
I have recently joined bank of america, india branch, it's not been 15 days actually. And they are asking all the employees who are working from home to come to office. Which is 18 april. Can we as a employee ask the company to continue with the work from home model.

What exactly does a "Knowledge Attorney" do at firms that have them? My firm doesn't have such a thing, so I'm not sure if it's an opportunity worth pursuing or not. I'm definitely not interested if it's comparable to the Conflict Attorney role which is essentially dead end.

What’s it like at Verizon?

Has an ALM in Management at Harvard Extension School led you to a career at any high power corporations such as Goldman Sachs?

Does anyone here work for ADP. I have an interview with them in a couple days for a SDR role. What are some good questions to ask during an interview

Do recruiters typically reply to the “Thank you email” after the initial interview?

So I'm an older student with 10+ years of career experience. I am trying to update my resumes, yes plural, because I have experience in many industries. My biggest struggle right now is keeping my skills list concise for Marketing Analyst. What is an appropriate number of listed skills for both hard and soft

Hey fishes, If anyone is aware of any openings in SAP HANA front (Native or XSA) in Deloitte USI Kolkata branch, kindly let me know. There's no job posting in the portal yet but sometimes they do look for new resources in specific projects so just letting you know. Please reach out to me if you're aware of any such openings in the Kolkata USI branch. Thank you.

In an auto accident trial, can you inform the jury in any way that the at-fault driver had insurance? I have a hard time believing a jury would award 7-figure damages if they thought the little old lady defendant had to personally pay. I’m just starting to do PI on the side by myself at my firm, so this is probably a very dumb and obvious question.

Feeling like it's only a matter of time before I have to tell the new marketing dept head that the snazzy jargon just makes him sound like a tryhard and alienates our customer base

Looking for a remote/hybrid job working on Global Information Reporting (FATCA/CRS). Prefer to be in house. In the NYC/NJ/CT area. I would appreciate any leads. Thanks!!

Hi guys how many leave can someone take during probation period in EY India?

Anybody looking for writers?

Does anybody know of Restaurant or hospitality groups that are good to work for? Looking to change companies but so many poorly run ones out there

hi ,

where i can find document id to accept the offer letter.

urgent.

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. 🤦🏽‍♀️

Is it true that UAE public entities are the best among ME public sector clients? If yes, why?

What salary to expect at a Director level at PwC in Saudi Arabia? I am a brit with over 15 years experience in transformation consulting, and never worked in the ME!

Did PwC increase their payscale in UAE?

Planning to exit tech firms as a mid to senior level roles. What are some possible sources I can reach out at to make this happen?

@women in the ME, I’m moving from NYC to Dubai. Is there some things to consider for attire in a business environment or is it the same as in NA? I’m thinking about business travel to other countries like KSA 👀

Considering a move to UAE and Inhave to major questions:
- How is the SC work life balance?
- I am coming from Europe, is there a big cultural shock?

Thanks!

Dubai people I live in Marquise Square tower and my neighbor is having a party literally every day till 4-5 in the morning- I spoke to him and he apologized and promised to keep it quiet but he didn’t. So I spoke to the security if they can tell them to calm down and the security said that he can’t do anything as it’s the weekend! Is that normal or should they give me a noise compliance and force him to stay quiet after some time.

What is MBB partner salary in UAE?

Hello all!

Any thoughts on interview process, compensation, culture etc. at ADQ in Abu Dhabi?

All feedback would be helpful!

Thanks :)

Where is the sustainability sector headed in the Middle East, project wise?

Seeking advice on pursuing opportunities in healthcare / life sciences strategy - looking for managing director / VP level in the ME region. Interested in consulting or industry. I have 19 years consulting + industry combined experience in pharma and US hospitals. Thank you 🙏

Fresh grad, just started work in the US (~1 month in) but want to move back to Dubai due to personal reasons. Will hitting the 6m mark (1y won’t be possible - immigration) be helpful? (Cont)

What’s the culture like at Kearney?

Can anyone please suggest any affordable apartments in Abu Dubai or any real estate agents to help me hunt for apartments.

Is there a North American new comer hangout/get together in Riyadh?

I’ve got a friend in Dubai who has experience in IB and VC at junior levels (in London and Dubai) and would like to break into consulting. He’s at a small cap VC at the moment and works not that challenging, and he wants to break into MBB or tier 2 for strategy. Anyone happy to look at his CV?

2021 Recruitment: What are the recruitment expectations for your firms this year? Is it going to be similar to last year with little to no recruiting in the UAE and some in KSA, or you reckon will be generally better?
My firm, a small boutique in the region, is only recruiting on a case-by-case basis this year.