For anyone taking the new PMP, is the $700 prep course really worth it, or are you using other resources to prepare?

Hi friends of fishbowl! A year ago I told myself no more agencies. Then I got a job at another agency and I’m basically hating my life more than ever right now. This place is not good for me mentally and I’ve only been here for 90 days. I should’ve listened to my gut but here we are. So my question is what job titles should I be targeting as a senior project manager if I want to go to to client side?

Is it really that difficult to get hired for a federal job? I was interviewed for a GS12 job but never heard back, they still didn’t hire anyone and I didn’t get a rejection. I applied for another GS07 job, was accepted, I took it, but I believe I can do better. I have a master’s and have extra graduate research experience. I am still applying to new jobs but I was told it is impossible to move up the grade level now. Everyone is telling me to stick with the government. What are your thoughts?

Ex-consultant now in marketing. Used to be an avid follower here and got great insights on companies when trying to exit consulting so thought I’d try here for advice. Outside of FAANG, what are good large CA-based tech companies that provide good pay, WLB, and culture? DD has great people and WLB, but pay is low and you’re not given the tools and resources to succeed + truly make an impact. Google and Apple are ideal but need backups. Like is Salesforce still good? A company along those lines.

For ex consultants without finance backgrounds who transitions to PE or Growth do you have any recs on podcast books to read that helped you build your PE/Investing knowledge?

Many predict that the true economic impact will start in September. As a designer, how do you prepare yourself: Become more specialized? Move somewhere cheaper? Change field? ...

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.

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

Has anyone else had both markers dry out during a CPA exam? It's happened to me both times I've taken it.

Hey guys,

Currently in Saas sales for MDM and AV, but I'm getting tired of the sales side and constant budget chase. Probably also because we get few leads and I have to do a lot of building pipeline from scratch. I'm thinking about taking some online courses to try to move over to cyber security, what would be the easiest step that way career wise- preferably also away fro sales?

Hi friends
I have been working with Oracle since four years in a sales role my total experience is six years
I am keen to change my career and move out of sales can someone suggest what all options are available after having been selling IT solutions
Your suggestions and advices or highly appreciated

Any recommendations for a coach (or even therapist) to help work through some career issues?

Please help. I’ve moved up the ranks pretty quickly at the company I work for to become a Principal SE. My manager thinks the best next step for me is to move into management and leadership and has started pushing me to apply for an engineering manager role. They say that I will be a good fit because of my strong technical background paired with the leadership and people skills I display currently.

I’m torn because I do love being an IC but I’m interested in leadership also. What do I do?

Looking for a remote/hybrid/onsite (Calgary,Alberta) job for my boyfriend who got almost 5 years of experience in proposal writing, RFP, RFI and bid management for a civil engineering firm. He also got an MBA, non drinker, non smoker, clean driving abstract and very polite. He gave out tons of cv in indeed job posters for the past 5 months, ends up becoming the filler candidate, took a huge toll in his mental health and we are going through some very rough patches. Can anyone please kindly help?

If anyone is hiring in Canada please kindly give my partner a chance. The wait, dilemma and uncertainty is taking a very big toll from us.
-He got almost 5 years of project management, bid management and proposal management experience for a construction consultant company.
-He got experience in Primavera, got excellent statistical analysis skill, can use python for constructing ML models,
- He is proficient in RFP,RFI,RFQ for construction projects as he got BSc in Civil Engineering and MBA. 🙏🙏

Hi, I am currently a Sr. Radiation Therapist experiencing burnout. I am currently looking into other positions within healthcare that does not involve direct patient care. Any suggestions of routes I should take?

Boomer. I am in between jobs. Laid off in 10/21 after 16+ yrs, with an ABA firm. RIF. Still on excellent terms. Took my time living off generous package and didn’t seriously start applying until 01/22. Made a rookie mistake and accepted first offer.
Turns out job wasn’t as advertised. Mutual parting of ways 3/22. Due diligence is critical.
Now interviewing a LOT. Some temp work, I still have “it”. I relate to all gens. Willing to mentor AND learn from all. Tech savvy, CTE from day one. Leads?

I am in a tech IC position. One of friends switched to FAANG by converting the profile to consultant profile. The friend who might have less tech knowledge than me is now in FAANG and earning more. If the end goal would be that the friend might one day be a product manager and me an engineering manager taking instructions from the same friend, isn't consultant profile an easier path to growth. I had been practising DSA for years and the competition is only ever growing.

If you are leaving your firm and putting in your two weeks notice, what should be on your checklist to make sure your transition is the smoothest, both for you and for the firm you’re leaving?

Does your undergrad school matter to MBA admissions? Does it make a difference if you have a great GPA from a state school or an average GPA from a highly selective school?

Do any of the MBB’s do DD for VC clients?

Is the Pee Tape real? And if it comes out, what happens? Nothing, right?

🐠 Fam - What’s a good whiteboard solution for my home office? What do you use and from where do I get it? Thanks!

150K in Singapore, and $150K in Chicago. Which one would you accept?

I recently switched to a developer role in a product based company from a support engineer for past 4 years in a service based company. I got a good hike as well.

Since I did it I think anyone can do it. Let me know if my experience can be of your any help.
Happy to help!

Hi all,
I have one query. I joined natwest this month only. This vdi thing is very slow. How to work on this smoothly. Please guide.

Has anyone made a big bet to try to attempt to retire early? It seems like everyone in this bowl focuses on traditional, conservative investing. Going that route I’m gonna be a wage slave all my life

Anyone knows about EY GDS hirearchy?

Hi all,

I have 3yoe in data engineer role. I got selected in Axtria ingenious insights for Associate - BIM job title. My current CTC is 6.5 lpa. How much hike in percentage I can negotiate?

I have interest in product management. I am looking for an internship in PM.
1) What to look in a company to intern at?
2) Startup vs Big Companies?

I took a job for a company that is remote, but has an office in Westwood so I'm thinking about moving to LA. Where should I consider living? I'm 28, fairly extroverted and active. I'm looking for places that are balanced in activities, bars, concerts and has some nature. Also would love to live in a newer or updated building if possible

Is it ok to fornicate with coworkers?

I’m a manager and one of my direct reports makes more than me. It really bothers me. Anyone else been in this situation before? What’s the best way to handle it?

Ex consultant, currently in industry. BCG HR contacted me for a role, process was a lil messy and unprofessional. Still waiting for the “exploratory chat” she was supposed to set up with the MDP since 2 weeks ago. Texted on whatsapp but no response. Normal?

Why does my bed feel extra warm right now?

Hi All, I am looking for a job in Data Analyst. Cany anyone give the reference for the job?

How much do partners make on average?

Who leads the Data Science/Data Engineering field right now? Cloud transformations, ML implementations, BI reporting? Companies + Practices?

RIP Hank Aaron ⚾️

Hi Everyone, I applied to 2 positions at Guidehouse back in June. 1 application says reviewed, the other Under Review. As of yet, I have not received any calls or emails regarding my application. How long does it take to receive a response? Could anyone help me in finding out the current status?

When people get extended a job offer, and their current company tries to keep them by matching the offer or other incentives, how does that work? Have they already signed with the other company and the current company is making the offers after you’ve turn in your notice?

It’s my one year anniversary today!! I can leave without paying back my sign on bonus 🥲

90% utilization, great snapshots BUT no relationships with the partners in my practice + currently on beach. Everyone I've worked with is shocked. Was told there were HC quotas. Not meritocratic.

Best books on leadership and sales skills?

All I want to do is curl up in bed with hot tea and a good book. Recommendations for if I ever achieve said dream?

boss fought & gave me highest performance rating of 5 (scale of 1-5, 5 being highest) but when she got her rating they gave her a 4 (saying bc forced ranking she had to take a 4 so I could get a 5?!?

What are some concrete reasons why someone in consulting would be fired, other than the obvious stupid things?

SM asked us to shifted client billing hours to non-chargeable code... Will significantly impact utilization... Sucks

I have managed and implemented Oracle projects for the last 10 years. I am a PMP, CSCP and PSM certified. I am looking for a change with a salary of 150,000.

Any recommendations?

Good consulting books? Not talking case prep but a fun read about the industry and what it takes to succeed, etc. Thank you!

Just went under contract on a place and need renovations. What steps can I take to accelerate the renovation prior to closing?

Anyone have sleep apnea? How do you deal on the road?

Are any top consulting firms hiring for experienced analysts currently? I know ACN and some others are cyclical for resources 2-3 years out of college, but I’m looking to make a move sooner than fall

What are your covid travel essentials / tips? Traveling next week to meet the team and I’m feeling like a noob. Double mask or kn95 on the full plane? Are planes handing out wipes or do I gotta bring my own? Have kids and elders at home so want to be careful