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MakeMyTrip Clearwater Analytics I have 2 offers. 1. Clearwater analytics for software development engineer L3 They told me that I will be working on a new product that goes by the name of 'self service' Notice period - 3 months and other from mmt(senior software engineer 1), it is in process, they have asked for my documents Notice period - not aware. I am still confused which one to choose. Questions:- 1. Which one I should prefer and why. 2. How is the work culture, WLB in these 2 companies.
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Got a random email from a supposed Amazon recruiter for a SDE position (which is not at all a fit). The email is amazon.com domain and there are no red flags in the body but it doesn't feel like an Amazon recruiter due to the tacky signature, etc. Has anyone seen this kind of cold-calling from FAANG recruiter?
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Some personal advice is ask to be in every pitch you possibly can. Make it clear you just want to observe and have no interest in the bookings or credit. Literal best way I learned after spending 5 years in industry before hopping in as a SM
Linkedin Learning has some great content. Book wise, Unfu*k Yourself: Get Out of Your Head and into Your Life
Never Split the Difference: Negotiating as if Your Life Depended on It.
Big fan of Brene Brown for EQ and empathy - Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts.
Emotional Intelligence for Sales Success: Connect with Customers and Get Results
Also, try some of these https://builtin.com/sales/sales-podcasts.
Sales (especially selling services) is very much focused on listening, relationship building, and most important, storytelling. Sharpen those skills if needed.
Curious how did you get to Director level with limited sales experience?
Thanks! Very helpful. Should have clarified - have experience in other big 4 and most recent experience in client Corp Dev functions, so not starting from scratch on the sales/client management bit, but rather recognizing that sales will be a critical component of success moving forward. Appreciate the suggestions!