For benchmarking I think it’d be helpful for all on here to see starting comp. (undergrad or MBA) at top consulting firms: Firm: Base salary: Total possible per. bonus: Profit share: 401K:

Looking to get a few certifications, I have worked in both IT and HR consulting and am trying to decide between ITIL, SHRM, and PMP. Any thoughts on which would be best for future, quickest to get, hardest test? I get the cert paid for and a bonus upon completion, so trying to decide which one to pursue or the order if I want multiple.

What is the difference in WLB between a Product Manager or Strategy Role at FAANG and a post-MBA role in MBB? I don’t see myself do an MBA and then coming back to the usual 60-70 hours a week

Have any US 🐠 gone abroad for their MBA? Looking at LBS / HEC. Pros, cons? Not looking to exit into MBB, FAANG.

Seeing how 401k’s, ira’s etc..are mostly based in stocks. What happens if we have another Great Depression and the stock market crash’s. Even if you have Real estate investments, if ppl can’t pay rent like with Corona, that’s not really helpful. So what are other ways in addition to those mentioned is there to help secure you into old age? 

Anyone actually keep their PHR active? I got my cert in 2013 and have done nothing since.

Anyone do UNC MBA Online? What were your scores? How hard to get in?

Looking to switch companies as I don’t see much growth in where I am at. What are the best consulting firms in your opinion and why?

What's the TC range for the post MBA level? Specifically not just in year 1, but in years 2 and 3 in between post MBA and manager level? And what does the TC breakdown look like at the manager level over the years?

Got an offer from Honeywell. Technical sales role. Base 160k and 70k bonus once Quota is met. +25k sign-on. Fully remote option. 50% travel. Is this a good offer ? Currently making 165k at ACN, no bonus last year.

What are the best consulting firms to work for if you’re looking for doing more than just implementation (I.e. strategy/advisory)?

Has anyone found the AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification to be helpful for people in non-technical roles? Any experience in how potential employers view this cert would be greatly appreciated!

Looking to break into IB but didn’t go to a target school. Passed Level 1 of CFA. Is MBA the only way for me to break in?

When is a referral bonus paid out? After signing, after starting, 30 days after starting?

If my company doesn’t match 401k at all, should I pull the ~$4k out (with whatever fees that incurs for early) to fill 2020 & 2021 Roth IRA allocations before deadline is up?

Time to switch to bonds in your 401k?

Has any of the MBB been doing much work in public sector since the onset of pandemic? Would they be willing to hire someone with exclusively public sector experience of +6 years and an MBA from Canada? Asking because during the MBA recruitment, public sector experience was not helpful as MBB didn't focus there a lot.

What are the best consulting firms for private equity? Parthenon? Bain? Any boutiques?

Does health insurance always last until the end of the month after ending a job?

I am just enrolling in 401k, what does it mean to max out 401k contribution? I googled and it says max contribution is 19k, so should I do 19k / my salary and contribute that %?

Looking for career advice. Worked in Supply Chain and Strategic Sourcing for 8 years, at Northrop and currently at Amgen. MBA from USC. Exploring options of moving over to Supply Chain Consulting or M&A. I would appreciate any feedback on recommended career paths.

Client recently hired a POC as CMO. Is it weird to be excited? I feel like a lot of good ideas died due to bias from the previous CMO. But also don’t wanna assume the new guy is “woke" he’s def smart.

Thoughts on Zoom job interview dress code? My instinct is a tailored dress or nice blouse. I feel like a blazer could come off as too formal but curious to know your thoughts/if anyone here has experience. Thanks in advance!

Everytime I think about work and how I can't even make a strong case for myself for a promotion I get upset. I'm literally pissed that I'm past a year mark and have yet to learn anything new since month 2. I've researched and taught myself as much as I could but many things are "learn on the job" type skills and so nothing. And yes, I've constantly asked throughout this entire year yet nothing has happened only promises that its coming soon or I'll be included in upcoming xyz.

New project is in Albuquerque, cool city or nah?

Handed the TSA agent my credit card while scanning my flight ticket ... we both were confused until I realized what I did ... happy fly day lol

Sick for the first time in 2 years because I spent time with extended family and their kids. What is it about kids constantly being sick?? I spend 2 days around toddlers and my immune system takes a vacation.

As an interventionist, I work with many grade levels and students. Looking for the best way to document data and information along with how to share the information with classroom teachers & parents.

A few months ago, I interviewed for a job I really wanted. They said it was between me and an internal candidate but that they were giving it to the internal candidate as a promotion. Just yesterday they reposted the role, so I reached back out to the recruiter. She said it is the same role, and they thought they had a decision but are starting the search over again. How do you interpret this? What could have happened? Should I try to reapply?

Revamping my agency's terrible internship program. For those of you who have had a great internships, what made it so great? What were the most valuable things you learned? If you had a not-so-great experience, what could you have done without? What do you wish you would've learned? Thanks in advance!

Altman Solon: what is typical comp / level for an experienced hire with 3 yoe? I’d like to understand pay and progression to see if I should engage with the recruiter. Thanks.

Someone is conducting a job interview during breakfast in the Marriott lounge. Everyone can hear the questions/answers. It's for a sales job. This is weird.

Any tips for Stryker’s Gallup interview?

Marriott BonVoy 👍 or 👎? Please share your thoughts

What digital/cloud based project management tools are you using?

What do big 4 senior managers make in CA and what year r u? Base and bonus stated separately.

Any suggestions for escaping the ops life? Just took level 3 and have been doing interview prep... unsure how long I should look internally before looking outside of the nest

Where do you look to find exit oops besides LinkedIn? I’m most interested in biotech or VC with a pharma focus

Curious, how many people here would leave consulting if there was no more travel? Why would you want to work crazy hours while you could get a steady 8-5 if you have to be local