Does someone know how to get lean six sigma certified online without asking your employer to pay? They seem not keen to pay any training for the moment... Thanks

Should I opt for online 2 yrs MBA from DY patil university? It is good or should I look for alternative. I am getting alot of calls from them. Please suggest. I have around 3 yrs experience in IT.

I'm an immigrant from Brazil and I'm evaluating my civil engineering degree and starting from scratch.
I did internship in civil engineering during the entire period of college and worked another year after graduating, which totaled 6 years of experience. I would like to know how the job market is like for immigrants in the field of civil engineering in the US and what advice would you give to someone who is starting over and improving in this area?

Anyone with connections to potential in-house scm opportunities in the NYC area?

At this point in my life, consulting is really burning me out, would love to be in house where I can learn and grow at a pace that is more sustainable.

I have an offer for Consultant Specialist GCB5. Not sure what the role is..is it a team lead role or is it a junior role? I have 10 yoe .. is it apt? Pls help Thanks

What are your favourite free SEO (technical and/onpage) courses or certificates?

Trying to get an investment job in Toronto as a new immigrant. I have 4 yoe in consulting, investor searching and financial service (risk). Currently working at call center to get local experience (bilingual), opportunities for internal transfer, while preparing for CFA 3 Feb 2023. Any ideas what to prepare in extra?

Any tips for someone trying to break into consulting in the GCC from the US? Applying blindly hasn't worked out. Head hunter recommendations would be great as well!

What kind of roles do you guys recommend for a pharmacist trying to pivot into pharma? Where can you go to see all the different types of roles available? I graduated with my PharmD in 2019 and I did a managed care residency and am now at a healthcare startup so my background is primarily on the health plan/digital health side

Hi there, for years of experience (YOE), can I include/count the work experience I had while still studying? Those experience include

1) internship experience -> can it be counted as YOE?

2) Startup I founded (actual startup, but it was done during my uni days)

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

2020 grad M&A/PE Associate in LCOL area thinking about moving to a ECVC/M&A boutique. I generally like the work I do and the people I work with, but I really don’t like the hours and the constant late nights and weekends. Currently on pace for 2250. Boutique I have been eyeing has billable hour requirement of 1500-1600 and comes with a 20-25% paycut. Is this a stupid idea and should I grind it out until I can move in house? Will this ruin my opportunities down the road?

Guys how is HCL in SAP consulting. Got offer from HCL which is around 30% hike over my current CTC . Is it worth to shift. And yes money is one of my key motivation

Quitting my job soon and am thinking about becoming a therapist/counsellor for lawyers and other high stress professions. Taking a poll on whether you would be attracted to the idea of a therapist who worked in biglaw and could speak to burnout, perfectionism and other mental health issues we typically face as lawyers. Thanks :)

Guys, just started to work as TPM at Nokia (contract position) thinking about to passing some certification, like Google PM or something else, my question, will it worth it and help with finding a new job with higher rate ?

EYP and Strategy& fishes, what sort of work do you do in the Life Sciences space (specifically Big Pharma)? And what sort of exits into industry have you seen your former colleagues make?

Hi fishes,

Can anyone tell me if infosys promotion is happening as part if retention? Mostly from jl5 to jl6? Did anyone get promotion as part of retention? in infosys?

Any advice for a first time manager ?
Context: after ~10y in technical then marketing role, taking over a team of analysts, first management position.
Tips, readings, stories, … are welcome 😁

Hai Fishes I have offer from infosys and Accenture

Skillset Pega can you please help me to choose a better company with WLB and career growth?!

Any advice (besides good GMAT) on how to get into a top MBA post consulting? Im a public sector consultant.

What is the best time to join pwc ac so that you will be included in the hike cycle?

Do you get personal and sick days on top of vacation days? How many of each?

How is 99k salary in New Jersey area ? I have to settle with family (wife and kid 4yo). How much i will get post tax deduction ? Can any1 help with approx expenses (avg middle class living) per month

Anyone play around in the ChatGPT AI yet?

Best happy hour in the Dupont/Logan/Shaw neighborhoods? For a date. Please and thanks.

Has anyone ever successful negotiated there salary with the federal government. I have tried twice and both times was cited a HR policy saying my specific circumstance did not allow negotiation. Just wondering if it’s even possible

Someone teach me how to flirt! How do I let this guy know I’m into him?

I'm about to go freelance and need some advice on how to set my rates, how to have a proper contract, etc. How did you all get started? Be nice! Thanks

How common are career changes / pivots? Can’t help but feel behind now that I’m considering a change and makes me feel alone. Not sure how to go about making the change (finance to marketing)

How does your agency use data? Is it only used for tracking and reporting? Is it used for setting strategy and informing creative? For business consulting? Thanks!

Ugh I wanted to take my son to see a UFC match in person. Just so happens there is one in November at Madison Square Garden - great right! I knew the tickets would be expensive, was willing to pay $400 to $500 a ticket as long as they were decent. The cheapest ticket in the whole arena, basically top row so you can’t see crap, is $506 before you start with the fees!!! Am I wrong or is that just bananas???? Oh well, pay per view it is, maybe have some friends over. Just complaining… happy Friday!

Relocating to Boston from the MD for work. Will be moving with my wife and 2year old. Which neighborhoods should I consider if I was trying to go for 2bd/2ba /affordable ($2200), safe, not more than an hour commute to Boston. Looked at Worcester but will take me more than an hour to get to Boston. Thanks in advance.

I’ve worked for a medical consultant company in Houston the last two years doing various things from billing to patient care to even doing medical records request. I have been looking for a job preferably where I can put my masters in healthcare administration to use but most of the jobs I went to apply for I qualify for everything but the management and supervisory years.

Trying to find a very nice weekender/duffle for my boyfriend. Price isn’t a concern- I’d like good value for $$ however! Not opposed to any brand (designer or otherwise).

Can we say that we already have an offer in the other company interviews?

Please help me with 11likes! 🙃

Guys quick question.
I'm a having beginning level knowledge for Tableau.
I have an interview on Monday for a profile for Power BI. Can you tell me how difficult/ easy would it be for me to quickly pick it up Power BI in a day basis my current experience?

Just curious what is (if any) the severance pay in case you get laid off from your firm due to a market slowdown.

I need a mouse with two USBs so I can connect both my personal and work laptop to the same mouse and don't have to change the mouse with I switch. Any recommendations on what to use?

Any book recommendations about human psychology / thought processes?

Any good business/consulting books on amazon kindle that y’all have read that has helped you in your job?

Do you send Linkedin connection request to your interviewer? If so, after how many minutes/hours/days/months. Do you even send it if they have rejected you?? Just curious!!

Fish fam - quite new to all this and would appreciate your support. if I am based in a high income tax state but work on site in a lower income tax state. Can I claim the paid taxes back from my home state or do I always pay income tax based on where my home office location is?
Thanks

Can I use an offer to roll-off a project I don't like?

Interested in a San Francisco/Bay Area networking/support group for consultants that have been laid off?
See comments for more details

What benefits are included in EYs frequent traveler program? How many miles or stays are required?

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

How does PwCs reputation in the consulting market place compare to the other top firms (big 4, MBB, Boutiques, etc.)

What are the best consulting firms for pricing (consumer goods focused)?

Any good book recommendations for new Managers in consulting ?

Which consulting firm has the best 401k match?

Brisbane hotels - Hilton or Sofitel?

Wanted to thank... everyone.
We complain a lot here but still, thank you for all the answers and support we all provide here.

Always helpful to be able to ask and receive advices.

Enjoy this nice weekend!

Best consulting firms with best WLB? Do they exist? Young professional starting to think about where I'd like to work hard to end up in the next 5-10 years.

Starting to get more involved in the project sales process - any recommendations for books or resources to develop skills in this area?

Etihad stewardesses are hot AF! Why can't we have this in the US??

Thoughts on Prosci or SHRM-SCP certification? Which would be considered more valuable or highly regarded? Currently focused on Change Management but have a HR background (industry experience / area of study in college).