🐠 fam - how’s FAANG sr prod manager screening different than consulting manager role with MBB? Anything out of the usual? Have an interview coming up soon and help will be great!

I’m looking to carve out my career in HR. I have 2 years in a dedicated HR Coordinator role (essentially with Generalist duties) and 5+ years in senior level hospitality management. I’m interested in getting my PHR or getting a certificate in data analytics with business/HR focus. Thoughts on next steps?

Dear recruiters do you have any leads/is your agency hiring roles not posted online for junior writers?

Has anyone ever had to take a “behavioral assessment” before an interview?

Hi All,

I'll be interviewing for AWS Sr Architect position in Canada, The recruiter has been asking me for my expectations around pay. Could anyone advise what would be a good number to go with? I have 15 years of exp. I'm new to the whole RSU, Signon thing. any help would be appreciated.

Guys,

Anyone joined faang or similar company as an ML engineer or AI engineer ?
Can you please share details regarding interview rounds and kind of skill they expect?

Does anyone have any idea about the company WhaleCloud Technologies Pvt Ltd. I recently interviewed and got an offer from them regarding Java Developer role. I am not able to see any reviews or anything online.

Hi All,

I'm currently working in small accounting firm in local communuty for 5 years as accountant ( all accounting work-making FS & tax returns )

Now want to move and want tk specialized in tax.

Hold master degree in accounting and eligible to sit a cpa exam.

Plan to apply as senior tax associate.

Should I lower the position since I do not have big firm exerience?

Any comments or advise appreciated!!
If someone can provide referral, much appreciated!!

Does anyone else in this role feel as if you work for the interest of your manager? My manager is the Dir of Operations and I feel as if I don't have any autonomy or authority, as if I was hired to do his bidding.

Currently i am working as software engineer and got offer from Deloitte for .net consultant position.
I am more interested in coding kind of work soo is consultant is very much different from coding work.. shall i proceed with this..? Is it will be good for my career..??

Having an interview with Comcast. Tier 1 customer support position, need to know the likely questions and what’s the work ethics

I know Goldman Sachs doesn't have the best reputation right now (work-life, leadership issues, etc.) but I'm curious to learn about the skillsets needed to land an interview for an entry-level analyst role. Background in social marketing and communications.

Again, just curious as I am exploring different career options...TIA.

I’m interviewing for a job, but I’m getting a toxic vibes.
1. want me to relocate to NY but the supervisor is based in another state. Why am I relocating?2. commented on my outfit (a shirt and tie) for zoom and laughed that I dressed up for an interview
3. Said if I hadn’t reached out to someone on the team prior to applying, he would’ve declined my application for being outside NY.
4. asked my favorite movie and said “he fell asleep” during

I’m moving on to the next round. Am I overreacting?

Not feeling inspired/motivated lately in my Community Management position. Any tips on overcoming burnout? Note there has been recent layoffs on my Team (might have something to do with that). Want to feel motivated/energized so I can support my Team to the fullest.

Hello everyone! I hope everyone is taking things in stride.

Does anyone have any recommendations on connecting with hiring managers during these competitive times? My role was eliminated due to COVID 19 challenges. I specialized in providing technical accounting guidance and implementing accounting software solutions. Currently looking to remain in client services, continuing to resolve accounting matters and implementing technology solutions.

Hi All,

I am currently serving notice period and 25 days are remaining..Could you please refer me if there is any opening in Big4 for OIC(Oracle Integration Cloud)? Experience -10 years

what little tasks throughout the day are you grateful you have a legal assistant/secretary to handle? never had one myself and trying to make a strong case for all the ways one would be helpful!

Has anyone done the "Google Project Manager Certification Program" in coursera?

If you did, did it get any more job/job interviews/ recruiters interested in you?

I am currently doing it, I thought it was 1 6 week module but it is ACTUALLY 6, 6 weeks modules... so pretty long... I am going to finish but I'm thinking it might not be as good of and investment as a thought hahahah

I know most of the questions here will be on sexism or inclusion of POC but can we talk about ageism? Once we reach a certain age should we just leave the agency business? Is that fair?

I set OOO times on my calendar to take naps. Dealing with clients is exhausting. Just want to sleep through the entire winter 😩

Dear fishes,

Requesting referrals for the role of Product Owner.

YOE - 15yrs

Any leads would be highly appreciated.

Thanks

Went from an ultrasound tech to a clinical applications specialist. I’ve never had a traveling job and am used to having an always full schedule of patients every day. Anyone in the clinical applications field with some tips and typical salaries?

Is DataCamp subscription worth it for learning things?? Looking for a switch to Analytics / Data science field

Wipro, HCL, HSBC or KPMG Global for finance profile in Bangalore location?

Are there any good books on how to build, grow and monetize a YouTube channel?

I’m making 125k. For rent, should I be paying $2.4K (74th and York) or $3.0k (61st and 2nd)?

As a Rolex owner, would you buy/wear a Tudor?

Best project management tool? Monday, Jira, Asana?

Hello peeps. What’s cooking in Booz land?

Has anyone moved from FDD to the team within Private Equity firms that focus on improving the performance of portfolio companies? Also does this type of group have a name? I think I would enjoy it but not sure if feasible for me to break into at the moment

Hello devs of India, I am a fresher with 6-7 months of internship experience and soon to be FTE at 8LPA. I want to target 16-18LPA within 1.5 YOE; but I am extremely confused on what path should I move forward, shall I proceed to make projects and up skill my tech stack or start preparing for DSA. I can’t focus on both simultaneously or should I give a year to up skill and then start preparing and applying. Or provide your suggestions to help a confused rookie out.

Hi.. anyone interested in starting a study group for GMAT prep?

What would be possible starting salary in KPMG Toronto Hamilton office if you are joining as a 2nd year staff accountant or 1st year senior, working towards CPA. Also, is CPA required at senior level or manager level?

What are the eat what you kill firms?

I know that most people have some level of anxiety but do you think chronic anxiety is something you inherited from your parents or is triggered by certain experiences you’ve had in the past? I noticed I can be a chronic worrier and when I have anxiety attacks they can be pretty bad( not often). But wondering why my twin brother is the opposite of me if we both grew up in the same household. Makes me think I just happened to be born with characteristics of my mother

Looking at getting out of consulting. What are some industry roles/companies I should look into? Good pay, remote work, and less hours so I can have a life outside of work
6 YOE, Finance Transformation, experienced in Blackline & Netsuite

Silly question but if a job posting states “at least 2 years of experience” under basic qualifications and you have 1.5 is it still worth asking someone for a referral/applying? CapOne if it matters

I’m in a tier 2 city where there are literally just two or three companies that you can work at. There are few boutique firms too which have very few openings all the year round. I really want to work for a FAANGM firm as the pay is much better than my big 4 salary. How do I go about convincing that I would like to wfh from my tier 2 city?

Having a baby and looking for consulting exit opps. I’ve been in strategy consulting for two years and recently promoted to manager. All projects were in tech or LS. Prior to consulting I have 10 yrs of Pharma experience with a MS in Engineering (non-CS) and data science. Fluent in Python, Ruby and Java but never coded professionally. Spent several years in process engineering and then project management. Interested in tech or digital health. Any advice on companies, roles and levels?

Any feedback on the Nike strategy team in EMEA?

I spend an unhealthy amount of money on Pokémon cards

Anyone who went strategy to PM willing to chat? Already have the interview but would love some advice on the process.

Anyone with connections in corporate social responsibility in Southern California? Looking to do some informational interviews

For those that have resigned after a few months into a job, how do you show it in your resume? I’ve heard some people saying if you leave before 3-4 months, don’t put it on your resume but then how do you explain the gaps? Unless you’re putting your work history in years as opposed to months

Financial management or m&a deal advisory? Pros and cons of each? What do you fish recommend?

Thoughts on jobs at Wayfair?

What roles in smaller startups do strategy consultants usually get? Seems like they mostly hire engineering roles, and the only option would be a specific functional group (e.g. finance) rather than a “strategy” role?

How is the interview for Business Strategy manager at Microsoft (or other tech companies). What type of questions/cases do they ask during an interview?

Received a verbal offer 5 weeks ago from a large bank but they have been unable to provide more since then. Is that normal? How do I get them to move quicker?

Dear Recruiter,
I wrote you, but you still ain’t callin’

39 YO M1, base 190K. Does it make sense continuing in consulting, given age and chances of making P, or look for industry exit opps?

What level is an L6 at Amazon in most industry jobs?

What is a good commission split for a pre sales consultant? 70/30 or 80/20 and why?

Resume advice: AP / Director level. Been at McKinsey 6 yrs. haven’t updated resume in long time. What’s appropriate/ best practice to put first on the resume? Education or go straight to work? In education (regardless of where it goes) is it worth giving a line or two beyond just school / program? (Eg university government, captain of a sports team etc) or is that just silly bc it’s so long ago? Looking at Director / Sr Director / VP exits in F500 fwiw. Any and all resume advice appreciated

Interested in trust and safety! Anyone know resources and how to get into these roles at FAANG + companies?