For VC recruiting, is it best to go through HHs, or try to work my network? And when reaching out to network is it better to aim for informational interviews with associate level folks or VP/partner where possible?

Interviewing for 1st official midlevel role. GlassDoor says median for title/company is $81-82k.

4.5yrs NY agency experience (half internal, tho). Will starting negotiations at $90-95k appear crazy?

I am hearing that MBB is pausing majority of the interviews - should I be worried about my offer getting rescinded? I luckily got my offer a few months ago and received my signing bonus already.

Upcoming interview with large tech company for biz ops go-to-market role. Any book recommendations to learn about go-to-market / sales op strategies for tech?

Company wants me to come in office for an interview next week. What’s the best way to tell my team I need to take off the morning or afternoon? Usually would use the doctors appt excuse

Has anyone here done a google case interview and can share their experience?

How long do offers vs rejections take post interview ?

Just found out, I'll be interviewing for a role at BCG next month. Does anyone want to practice casing together?

how did you know you were ready for your case interview? (and did well)

I have around 4.6 years of experience in frontend web app development with ReactJs. My current salary is 15LPA fixed. I am in the final interview round of Infosys. How much shall I ask from Infosys? I am thinking of asking 22 LPA fixed. Is it fine?

Got a first round interview with AlphaSight out in San Francisco. Any tips or advice?

Hello Fishes,

I currently hold offers from below:
IBM - 15.5 LPA
CTS - 18.5 LPA
PWC India - 16 LPA
Oracle Financial Services Software(OFSS) - 21 LPA

Planning to join OFSS as I will work in product development team and can work in any shift timings with WFH.

Today I had my 2nd round interview with EY GDS and got rejected.
Do I need to worry about this and feel low?
Could EY GDS would have been better instead of OFSS?

Please provide your valuable inputs.

Can candidates apply J-term after getting rejected by CBS ED with no interviews? Heard CBS is expanding its J-term class size.

Hi folks,
My YOE is 5.5 and I got offer from capgimini of 14 lpa and the joining date is 19 sept..they are ready to give me 17 lpa if i join early on 5 sept...should i early join or wait for other interviews as currently having only one offer letter.

Is offer amount justified as per my exp ? And what about the growth factor and work life balance in capgimini..

Please help me..

Do you guys make fully tailored cover letters when applying for senior analyst / junior associate positions? I just don't have the time

Interviewed for the 2023 Enterprise Strategy Senior Consultant role at IBM. Went through to the behavioral interview after the case and am waiting to hear back. Any idea how long it usually takes?

How's the wlb here?

What do you think is the actual income ceiling for software engineering, broadly? I'm genuinely curious and don't even know what's possible

Are there any affordable studios in Seaport (~$3000)? I don’t need amenities or anything. I just want to be within a mile of my office (near Shake Shack).

First time BDR here 3 months into my role and really struggling to book qualified meetings. The BDR that had my territory last was one of the worst performing on the team and since he inherited a new territory he’s been a top performer. Even my AE’s fully acknowledge how difficult it is to build a good pipeline in this territory. Any advice?

I'm moving back to NYC soon - how are you handling leasing an apartment if you're not in the city? Are you coming in-person and then moving right in when you find something, or just touring virtually? I'd be looking mostly at luxury buildings.

Hi ,

I have 1.10 years of experience in HR Operations / HR Shared Services.

Can anyone help me to get a job change ?

I received an offer of 66k for an Analytics translator.
It’s going to be an entry level position.
I have been interning for the company since 05/22.
I am getting a BSc in Data Science.

I want to negotiate, but I need guidance.
What do you think the average base pay is?
Any advice will be greatly appreciated.

Any vaccancies in supply chain management / procurement ?

Experience 4.5 years
E2E vendor Management

Account supervisors, what are you making? Trying to assess what is standard and earning potential in this role

Need to get a pair of brown loafers or other dress shoes for my wedding? Any recs beyond the usual big chains are welcome, TIA

Anyone have any insight into the most recent base salary for S1 PwC advisory (Management consulting FS)?

Hello Desi fishes, welcome to the Desi Singles bowl, feel free to introduce yourself and network with fellow fishes and have a good time.

Has anyone successfully sold your gently used clothing for cash on the spot anywhere in Chicagoland? If yes, where? Have a lot of nice stuff that I’m bored of but Poshmark takes too much effort for me and I find consignment stores usually take months until anything sells and then getting your money is a pain. So looking for instant cash. TIA

Figma: frames or groups?

2 part question:

- Does anyone know who Accenture uses for their 3rd party background checks?
- If i allow them to contact my current employer, do they still ask for W2’s and Paystubs?

Hi, I live in Puerto Rico and I am looking for remote jobs. Any ideas what companies should I look at?

What positions can I apply for at other companies with only bdr experience?

Has anyone switched from a traditional private credit role (3 to 4 person deal teams) to an independent sourcing / execution role (you are the deal team), also in private credit. How difficult was the transition? Any advice?

Accepted an offer that’s giving me carry in a VC fund that’s 2019 vintage. However, this associate role will only be for two years, and there was no detail on vesting schedules. How do I work the details out?

Any tips on final round airport test fit interviews? Anythings I should / shouldn’t mention (eg gaming hobbies) and anything I should be wary of? Thanks in advance fellow fish!

Anyone have a contrarian opinion on a trend / investment theme going on in the private investing world, particularly tech investing? Feels like everything is painted in the “huge growing market with tons of white space” lens.

What skills must one build upon to pivot from Investment team at a PortCo of a mega fund (>$300 Bn), to investment team at a PE?

Would genuinely appreciate some advise as I start this new role at the PortCo from next month. TIA 🙏

What was your final round interview like? Have two coming up with two MD’s at the same firm and trying to be easy breezy about it.

When’s a good time to shift to PE? 0+3 rn. Thinking of applying in 9ish months time

What is the best way to look at historical PE investments? I am hoping to discover new PE firms for networking / sales purposes. Potentially a website specifically that tracks announced PE deals. Thank you!

Salary range for IR Sr. associate at $10B+ fund?

Any idea for salary range at Summit straight out of school? Venture arm

Former consultants who moved to PE, how and when did you decide you wanted to make the transition vs continuing to do DDs/PE work from the consulting side?

What free PE news sites/blogs do y’all follow

Hi! About to join a PE consulting firm but don't have an extensive experience in doing CDD. Any good books /online courses with some practical examples that you'd recommend to get upto speed?

TIA!

Was just reached out to by someone from Barton. They say they recruit people for day-by-day contract work for PE firms. Are there any other firms that do this?

Nyc family office associate comp expectations? They manage about $5B

VC associate offer evaluation:
210k base
30% bonus
20k signing bonus
1.5 million carry dollars at work (400m final close with 250k for every 50m increase up to 500m fund max) with 7 year vesting period (ouch)
Completely remote with encouragement for juniors to travel and build relationships around the country.

Just wanted to get a feel for whether or not this is a good offer as I don’t know many people in the industry.

Happy to answer any general questions about the process as well!

Thanks!

Any recommendations for the best monitor to buy for PE?

I have my first PE interview for an associate role coming up. Can anyone provide some guidance on what to expect?