Exit opportunities for project managers? I’m considering moving from implementation consulting to client side project management of a tech implementation. How would this affect job prospects later?

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Not worth it. Be an SME on the client side not a PM. Be a PM on the consultant side.

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not sure how PM experience is going to impact B school apps... don't think B school cares

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I interviewed with
Siemens Energy for SAP ABAP position on 21st Jan. The interview went on for about an hour and in the end, the interviewer asked my expected ctc and wanted assurance if I won't negotiate on Siemens offer with some other company as i am currently serving notice period and join Siemens if provided an offer.
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Data Engineer. 3 years of experience. Location - Pune

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3. Blazeclan - 12.5 LPA (including 5% variable)
4. ielektron - 13 LPA (Bangalore)
5. TCS - 10.5 LPA + 1L JB
6. Go Digital Technologies (Startup) - Salary to be negotiated.

Only few days left of NP.
Please help me choose.

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Larsen & Toubro Infotech Hey Guys,
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Dont know which project I will be assigned to and TIAA is in BFSI domain Salary is almost same and profile is Business Analyst

Yoe - 8 years (5 years java developer and 3 years as BA) Larsen & Toubro Infotech Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association of America

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Got my exit offer just in time for the new year 🥳🍾

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