Does working in FAANG really open up that many opportunities?

Fellow finance fish, does anyone know if earning a CFA charter increases your odds of getting into a top 10 program? I had a middling GPA in undergrad and was thinking a CFA would help my earning potential as well as my chance of getting into a top program

I just left my job where I managed a community of 20-somethings and am about to start managing a community of people in their 40s. How different will it be?

How has the experiences for SCs been?
Its been 3 months at Deloitte and trying to find enough reasons to stay back.

What is the most useful technical or soft skills for any mechanical engineer to have where you work? I’m curious to know what really matters for everyone and what makes a big impact on the team and business.

Specifics if you can; CAD tools, simulation, CAD speed or proficiency, industry or standards knowledge, GD&T, certifications, Microsoft Excel, presentation skills, technical writing, project management, self organization, great communication, teaching ability, relationship building, etc.

I have about 10yrs of customers service experience. I'm looking for work, but I'm always getting minimum wage for this position. Should I change career path? Or is there a job for customer service that actually pays well.

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

I’ll be promoted next year to senior but I’m in a niche role where I don’t see myself long term. Should I make a job switch now or should I wait to get promoted to senior? I currently have 1.5 years of experience.

HI All,

I have 3yrs of experience as a Customer Service Associate. I want to change my line of work as it is very monotonous. Can anybody suggests me what are the different roles I can apply for with my current skillset?

Senior manager at large fortune 20 company (but pay is less) or manager at startup in growth stage and not yet at IPO?

Anyone taken the CFE or CIA? Feedback is appreciated with respect to review courses and prep time. Thanks.

I’m a senior in FAAS, did audit first at another firm. Came so close to cpa several times, but work took over and I lost credit to literally all of my exams twice. I’m over it, and I honestly don’t...

What’s the most efficient way to get a functional associate cert for SuccessFactors Employee Central? Is their course the best way to learn it?

Anyone leave working at Salesforce and regret it? So many boomerangs I can’t figure out if it’s really that good or they’re really that bad. 😃

What will be the repercussions if I leave EY GDS and take break for few months and then start looking for jobs. 5 YOE. Planning to try for product based.

Any experienced senior managers that have moved between Big 4 firms? Can you speak towards your experience, any struggles, and opportunities in terms of partner promotion? Frankly, EY path to partner seems to be too clouded (long pipeline, no clear direction/path, uncertainty on promotion cycles, etc.) at the moment and I would like to visit all options. Appreciate the input.

Spent 10 years in big4, M&A. Looking to move to Corp Dev. Looking for any advice on making the pivot.

Agency copywriters (in Toronto): what’s your pivot/exit plan after agency life? Client side seems to be crap work & bureaucratic, are there other creative options I haven’t thought of yet?

What are different roles in LTI. I have got offer as P4 .May I know other roles from P4 onwards.
My exp is 11.10 years

What do you wish you had known before becoming a manager?

Any 1 BHK/2 BHK flat available for rent in gated society near Bellandur /Marathahalli area.
Any lead or help would be appreciated.
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Amazon peeps... What base compensation adjustment would you expect after performance reviews?

Anyone work at Alma? Interested in learning more about how you like it & company culture

someone please save me from ad agency land 😩 im a catch of a hire for a data analyst. i specialize in marketing measurement 📊

Biden committing to not only additional infrastructure stimulus, but also another civilian stimulus package. Seems too good to be true 🚀 btc go brrrr

Anyone moved from consulting to an internal role? How did you find it. I’m fed up of consulting

Got Amazon career essentials (ACE) assessment to complete for Business Analyst role
To anyone who has experience with it- What kind of work simulation questions should I be expecting?
Is there a way I can prepare for it or any resources one must know of?

Could anyone give suggestions on how to prepare resume to get shortlisted for FAANG companies?

Very curious to know what other Technical Writers in the Midwest or Eastern side of the U.S. are earning and whether or not that drastically changes if it’s a contract role vs. full time.

Any thoughts on Polsinelli real estate group in Dallas? How’s the pay, WLB, hour requirement etc. thank you!

Hey There,
Currently working as Electrical engineer in medical device company. Been applying to few battery and electrical engineering jobs at amazon in seattle and california locations. If anyone could provide referral for the job, that would be very helpful.

As my title indicates, I'm both a product and a privacy counsel at my tech co. The product is consumer-facing and deals w/ privacy issues, so lots of overlap. I'm relatively junior, and currently am in the position of being able to commit to one path or the other. Anyone been here before and have thoughts on career progression for the two tracks?

My work priorities, in order: WLB; predictability; $$$; interesting work

Should I complain to the landlord about the tub not draining in my apt or is this something I should be expected to fix on my own? Feel like lately I’ve been reporting issues with my apt to him a lot. First time renter so don’t know if I’m being a nuisance or not.

Etiquette Question: firm is flying me out for 3 days for final interview/meet team/explore city. If offer is accepted, I must relocate to said city (which is fine). Tips for etiquette when being “flown out” by a firm? Itinerary includes tour of city and exploring local dining scene with associates, etc. Many thanks in advance!

Is getting into crypto law a bad idea or is it a burgeoning field??

I had an interview last Thursday and a pretty lengthy case study that’s due today. Did not finish it in time, should I ask for an extension or just forget it? Not sure if I would accept the job anyway

Anyone heard of “Agile @ Edge” ???

Any book recommendations about human psychology / thought processes?

Does anyone have good book recommendations which talk about varying leadership styles?

Anyone trying to file resident taxes in Illinois and ineligible for e-file due to Illinois + other state wages not equaling total wages? Illinois reports full wages, other state reports wages worked.

Have any US 🐠 gone abroad for their MBA? Looking at LBS / HEC. Pros, cons? Not looking to exit into MBB, FAANG.

Starting with Deloitte Consulting soon - anything I need to know that will otherwise take me weeks/months to discover and isn't otherwise divulged?

Any workaround to upload attachments using gmail and Deloitte laptop? How to mail recruiters now when you on traveling projects🙄

Lots of us are skilled at delivery but most sales books seem to focus on the pitch and closing... What are your best resources for learning to develop and nurture strong, lasting client relationships?

Good nonfiction book recommendations? What are you all reading?

What is everyone’s top 1 or 2 favorite books on personal finance? I’m always looking for a new one to bring into the fold of what I’m doing

And the most commonly used buzzword that you heard today was:

Raise your hand if you have work to do but a million things are rushing through your head and you’re on Netflix! #WFHDays

Best consulting firms to work for in Hartford CT area?

Tech Consulting to PE? Can it be done?

Is MBA worth it if the goal is to stay local? From Chicago and considering Booth/Kellogg, and will be paying 100% out of pocket while continuing to work FT. Consulting for 4 yrs now Is there an ROI?

What does Hours over Standard impact from “My Metrics”?

My sister got a job at BCG, what is the work life balance like for associates?

Any recommendations on books to get up to speed on leading/managing teams as a new manager in consulting? Preference towards tangible case studies etc. vs. high level concepts.