Feeling so down after being turned down for MD. And exit appears to be so hard - getting no traction in Industry or PE right now.

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Sorry. I hope you find an exciting exit soon!
Good luck.

like

I saw many people transition to other firms to get that MD title when they didn't at PwC. Would that be an option for you?

like

Honestly, most that I know that followed that path were very happy in the end. It sucks to rebuild your internal network but that can also be pretty fascinating.

like

Were you up for MD at KPMG, or were you expecting an offer at other firm?

like

Yes was up for MD

likehelpful

What was your feedback? If it was Covid (and you believe it), you’re not pushing up against age limits and you have a strong reputation/network, switching is expensive. You may be able to interview your way into an MD slot, but it’s hard enough as a new MD WITH those things. Brutal as a NewGuy. If you run into a bit of bad luck, which happens, there’s no previous track record to insulate you.
Risky business.

like

P2 - thanks. What you laid out is helpful. I do think slipping 1 year isn’t too bad, especially if Covid - but this might turn into 2 if the next year drags.

The question then is - will you you rather be a high performing D at KPMG or sort of a struggling MD at another place where you actually learn the MD role a bit. and at least get ahead from a base salary perspective.

Thanks for the inputs - just good to think it through.

Sorry OP. Been there felt that.

Related Posts

Looking for a PwC referral. My current company has been great but we were acquired by a start up PE firm a year ago and I feel like the acquisition is starting to hinder my growth. I have 3 years experience in strategic sourcing and procurement transformation, initially starting as an intern. I want to continue advancing my career but feel stuck. Trying to give this company a chance but see an opportunity at PWC I think I would be a great fit for. Any advice?

like

Any opening for data scientist in EY GDS. I have total 8 YOE and 3 years in data science. I am seeing vaccancy for GDS team in LinkedIn, if there are any can someone refer me ?

like

Can anyone refer me for Payment BA opening within BNYM

Why is education deemed more valuable on a pay scale than experience? Employers will pay someone with a degree and no experience a greater salary, than someone who has exhibited the experience. Understanding that the degreed person committed to school and finished, yet that doesn't diminish what the not degreed has committed to and accomplished in their careers. This has to stop!

likefunny

Any one ever used a career counselor service before? If so what was your experience with them? Did you find it beneficial to your own career transition? And which companies would you recommend? Or if you hated it or think it was a waste of time I'd like to hear that too and why🙂.

Just looking for some tips and advice, any help is appreciated 🙂.

like

Any McK people out there who would be willing to have a quick chat? Considering applying for the associate role. Would love get some feedback/guidance on the application/interview process.
TIA

like

For buy side analysts, are there logical career moves one can make after having a couple of years of working experience?

like

I had very positive feedback on my interviews for a S&O role but the team hired someone internally. If I interview again for a differenr role, would I have to do all the interviews again or can I use some of the scores from previous interviews. I understand doing RRK again makes sense but what about GCA, googlyness or leadership . Thank you

like

What is the maximum salary fixed ctc LTI can offer for P2 role?
For year of experience 4.8

Hi
Can someone refer me in Citi
If there is an opening for analytics position

Skills: Python,SQL,excel,sas

Yoe: 2.3

like

Hi All

I am looking for a switch with 1.4 year of experience in Tata Consultancy Services as a Assistant System Engineer.

My Skill set are HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Java, C, C++, MySQL, Servlets, Spring, Git

Let me know if there are any opening position.

Thank you.

like

Hello Folks,

Anyone having any idea about idc technologies or idc digital? Please let me know how this company is? Does they pay on time? Job security and work culture. I am getting hired for oracle dba position?

like

Hi Fishes,
I need a referral for job 601407, Engr III - AI Engineering in
Verizon, Hyderbad location,
can anyone help me with it.
Thanks in Advance.

like

hi all, hope all is well

i left deloitte risk advisory due to personal reasons in sep 2021 (time off since july 2021) as the work got a bit much and my situation at home was complex.

i applied for a snr consultant role in consulting (strategy & ops, indus. redesign & innov.) and saw my app. got shortlisted. this role looks more suited for me and im super interested in it, more so than my prev. exp at D but you never know haha. whats the process like/how likely will i progress?

About to interview for Tech Architect role in Slack Any pointers on what I should expect in the first round?

like

If you are looking for exciting opportunity, Kindly share your resume to patelprachi2128@gmail.com with subject as referral code for which you want to apply.

And update the details below:
First name
Last name
Email id
Mobile number
DOB
Job id
Preferred location
Current/last employer
total exp
Have u applied in last 6 months

Post Photo
like

Hello fellow fishes,
I'm 5 YOE in analytics, mainly CPG/Retail business understanding and solutioning with a touch of python.

I'm planning to enter in freelancing. What could be a potential stream and how to break through into that first project.

Looking for candidates for a Tableau Analytics Solution Engineer role at Salesforce. Home-based role with some travel. Ideal background: experience working with analytics technology (ie Tableau, Salesforce CRMA (Einstein), Qlik, Power BI), working with or in the government/military, and working in a customer facing role. Please reach out if you have interest or know someone who may be a good fit. Resumes welcome!

like

Anyone with Jamf certificates ? Is there any scope and opportunity for one who completed this course...

like

Hi Sharks,

I am a product owner and want to learn all aspects of product management and to transition as a product manager in leading Tech firms. I had completed my engineering and mba but never worked as a software engineer. I started my career in sales and am now working as a PO. So I lack technical knowledge as well. Can some experienced product manager guide me and PPL like me here on this fish bowl a step by step plan to achieve this goal. What courses we can join, what books to read

like

More Posts

likefunny

Hey fishes, can someone tell me how the 80c bracket works, i know i can get exempt upto 1.5lakh under it, what i wanna know is does PF comes under it or not? For example if my yearly pf deduction is 20k and VPF is 10k so now will i still be able to show investment of 1.5lakh under 80c apart from PF and VPF or i'll be able to get exemption on only 1.2 lakh( 1.5lakh-30k= 1.2lakh)?

Thank you in advance!!

like

Hi, I am a PhD student and I have recently started preparing for consulting. I have gone through basics of framework and have watched few YouTube videos. I am at the point where I am seeing diminishing returns by studying more books. Anyone willing to help or are there people in the same boat? Would love to connect with potential study/case buddies! TIA!

like

Hi Folks,
I am looking for referral opportunity at SAP LABS India for Developer Associate role.
Please let me know if any is available. @

like

Does anyone wanna share Spotify playlists? :D
I’m bored of mine :(

like

Does anyone work in Dubai or Singapore who can give me an idea what you get paid? Thinking of making the move from Norway. Lower/no personal income tax is the incentive - paying 47% 😭

like

Hello fishes, to join in wipro passport is mandatory like they mentioned in onboarding as my previous organisation(payroll company). it is not mandatory so i dont have a passport and my joining date is april 28th

any suggestions what to do?

like

Is the working hours mentioned in my workspace correct? I have recently been allocated to a project and it shows timings from 11 pm -9 am..

like

Who else is doing expenses on an amazing Saturday? I noticed a $50 dinner charge. Damn you Sheraton. I hardly ate anything that night.

like

Do you think if a person moves to Texas from the west coast or New York, then that person is being admired to by Texans, because everything is so much more upscale, trendy and classy there?

funnylike

Anyone like reading social investigative journalism( Red Notice, Empire of Pain, Bottle of Lies) but don’t let them affect your outlook in life? How?

like

It’s pretty boring. What’s the fun thing we can do in Bangalore for this weekend

like

If an employee mentions something disparaging or accusatory about their manager during an exit interview, how would you handle? What happens if what the employee said is slanderous and a “he said/she said” situation? I.e. employee claimed the manager made a disparaging remark about an item of clothing being worn by someone in accordance with their beliefs. If you opt to share the feedback with the manager, would the manager have a legal case against the company or former employee?

likehelpful

What are effective ways to ensure your team feels content within the workplace? There is a rise of many people feeling undervalued and not cared for as an employee. I would like to change that. No matter the job, no one should feel less than.

like

How long it'll take to get promoted from P3 to P4 for a leteral entry in LTI?
How much hike is expected for the same?

like

Amidst all the quiet quitting BS which is nothing but passing the blame..the real reason you have disengaged employees is this

Post Photo
likehelpful

What’s your worst proposal writing experience?

How much does ibm give in glasglow onsite to 7A ?

like

I was passed up for a promotion after 1.5 years at the agency/in the role despite consistently great feedback and was told that I just needed more time in role. A guy with my experience level was....

like

What's the best comms agency you've worked at where TEAMS actually communicate well?

like

Additional Posts in Partner One

Partners, what's been the impact to ongoing sales conversations? Do you think we're all screwed for the year?

like

How did you find out what you want in life? Feeling lost mid-career..

like

Big4 partners, do you feel the journey has been worth it when gauging by the variables of money, family, sphere of influence, and happiness? Or industry still seems more alluring? Thanks for your wisdom.

like

If I accept the promotion to Partner/Principal what's the least number of years I could work without it being a financial mistake. I have an opportunity to do something completely unrelated that's my passion, but I feel like that's the wrong decision when I'm this close.

The other opportunity should still be there for 2-3 years

like

Would you say being a partner is more demanding than being an industry exec?

I've always wondered this ... How do PPMD's find new opportunities.. like is it mostly through networking / grapevine.. or something more structured?

like

I just took a leadership role in industry after 5 years in advisory (industry hire). Partners, any tips for the transition? What have you seen your clients do well/poorly during big career moves?

like

Partners - absent the paycheck, do you enjoy your job? Regardless of yes/no, did you enjoy the path to getting there? If you didn't, what convinced you to keep going at it?

like

Fellow 🐠 - What qualities would you look for in a junior practitioner (0-5 years experience)? I’m updating a JD and would appreciate your collective inputs. TIA

like

Question for some of the senior partners on this bowl: do you mind sharing what does the the top end of partner comp look like? Is it like 2-3M annually? And how many years it took you to get there after becoming partner?

like

Partners - do recruiters/headhunters ever reach out to you? What types of roles/levels do they reach out for?

When you independently search for other opportunities (if you do), what types of roles do you look for?

like

What has been more beneficial to your career and why: specializing in a service offering or an industry?

like

Partners, is it okay to send a deliverable without your review?

funnylike

What are the benefit differences between an equity partner and a non-equity partner (e.g. managing director)?

Tips to build my brand and network as a junior practitioner navigates their career to the next level at the firm?

like

Big4 Advisory Partners/Principals - how much do you make in your 1st - 4th year as a partner/principal?
Trying to make a decision whether its worth continuing.

likehelpful

Hi partners. How confidential is the partner process? I’ve been asked by a partner reviewing a candidate regarding the candidate. This candidate has been manipulative and deceitful to me. I don’t Cont

likefunny

Looking for advice: would you stay in partner pipeline at Big 4 or move to one of the MBBs as a principal? I am hearing that with Big 4 getting into strategy more, MBBs will be obsolete soon thoughts?

likefunny

Hey Partners! I accepted a position at another firm and was bumped from manager to Senior consultant level. Could you give me some advice on 3 key things I can focus on to help me re-advance quickly?

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal