Going to force roll off this week from a different region, does this look bad for PA? My lead doing my review said they would write me a phenomenal review though

Haha why is it called bench “blues”? I’m the happiest man alive on the bench. I do the bare minimum

Do Exl fire employees who are on bench since a longer duration?

***Urgent *** Where to join?

2 days left to join.
IBM - 17 lpa
Capgemini - 23 lpa
Tech - Oracle apps/fusion technical Yoe - 10 years.

I heard, there are projects shortage @IBM in Oracle Apps currently. (As my colleagues are on the bench for 2+ months in IBM after joining)

Please suggest IBM Capgemini Accenture Tata Consultancy

Hi I'm looking to pivot out of research as a bench scientist and into something else but I'm not sure where. Any suggestions for departments or roles to look into?

Anyone in consulting and doing OE? Using bench time for J2+ seems like a good opportunity in this environment, considering it wouldn’t look out of place to remain on the bench for quite a while

Hi Mindtree Minds, Can you guys pls suggest about the bench policy in Mindtree ? Is it like 60 days or 3 client interviews & after that we are laid off? Kindly suggest as I can see many questions in different bowls regarding Mindtree job security & bench policy
Thanks in Advance!

Hi Fishes,

Please help me choose an offer,

Wipro,

17LPA CTC including 1.27 Variable (Paid 100% usually)

Accenture,

13.24 L Fixed
2.78 Performance bonus (Usually paid 50-60%)
1.3 L Skill bonus (This I think they can be remove anytime)

Both are for same location
YOE : 5.2
Domain : Cybersecurity

With Wipro it was a client interview (Blackstone) and Accenture is a bench allocation initially.


I would really appreciate if you can share your thoughts.

How long have you been on the bench currently? I’ll start: 2 months

Currently Talenttree doesn’t have opportunity based on my profile

Help me to choose among following options:

1. How long do I need to wait for the matching profile meanwhile continue doing 201 certifications?

2. Should I resign or no need to because bench period early release might be negotiable?

Considering a move to NTT Data in a healthcare consulting role. Mixed reviews in the bowls. Major concerns are bench policy, staff aug roles, 2 week PTO, and high turnover due to job dissatisfaction. Recruiter and mgr had great things to say around growth and opportunity, which doesn’t align with feedback from the bowls or Glassdoor.
Understanding things have changed there in the last few months, I need un-biased advice from fellow fish who have recently joined or can speak to recent changes

How do people deal with time on the bench or if you have little to no project work in the office to fill up the day?

Is the bench larger than normal?

What’s the easiest internal initiative to do on the bench?

How much will it take for a AWS tech stack person with 6 yoe and 7a band with 13 lpa to find a project , i joined this month 15th in IBM kindly let me know. Comments will be very helpful for me as i am in bench now and i m hwaring staying in bench in IBM fornlong is not r8 Infosys Tata Consultancy Tech Mahindra Wipro Cognizant Capgemini

What is typical bonus in EY. I am looking for some numbers for SC and M

Hello there, I'm a customer support person. My boss just told us to go back to the office when we thought we could permanently keep on working from home.

Please cheer me up, and share some pros of working in the office as a customer support agent.

What's the biggest stereotype about the marketing industry?

Are there discretionary pools for ‘retention’ type base raises like there are in industry? Or is it truly all equal (assuming same level, time in grade, and group)?

I seem to be lacking some excitement in life. I try new things a good amount but something is missing. What are you all doing these days?😂

Anyone else feel they are in a worse mood after being on here?

Barclay's providing Free Food ??

I heard from my friend they are providing in Noida.

Is it applicable for chennai !!!

What do you think the industry future looks like career-wise? Initially my end game was editor at a post house but houses are shrinking and senior editors are going freelance. What’s your plan?

How will the technical round at Morgan Stanley be? YOE: 5 years java, spring boot tech stack,need to crack this badly

Hi Fishes,

Does anyone know what is GCM level-5 designation corresponds to in Atos. Is this appropriate designation for a 6 yrs experienced dba professional?

What are the employee benefits provided by UBS Krakow, poland?

Does bonds and leases show up alot on FAR? Im struggling with those chapters 😣😣😣

I made partner!!!!! Feels like I have to share the joy. Very happy 🍾🎉

Which consulting firms have the largest, specifically org design practices? Thanks!

How would you leverage an existing rsu grant of a company that recently IPO-ed when negotiating a new grant in a new place (Series B tech firm).

Assume I have a grant worth of 300 that vests quarterly for the next 18months (in a current place that is already publicly traded)

Would kind of offer grant would you expect from high conviction Series B tech company if you wanted to switch? Would you be good with 1:1 match? would you be ok to get less because potential upside is higher?

When no tickets assigned on jira people are surfing here during standup to find some Insightful information. 🤣

How should an SDET proceed towards preparing for good product based companies with regards to DSA preparation?

If my home office is in Philly, but I live in NJ, and work mostly elsewhere, do I still have to pay the Philly city tax? Can anyone in similar situation explain how employers fill your W2s? Thanks

How badly have you fucked up with a client?

Not me but a former colleague (not in KPMG) once dropped a whole database - it was the only copy of that dataset. It was a miracle that we were forgiven.

Any of the female consultants out there been asked what their "rate" was when having a solo drink at the hotel bar? I mean, I can't help it that I'm popular...

'Hi this is your uber driver, are you at Terminal 2?' Yes I put it in the app. 'Great, where are you going today?' I put it in the app. Please stop calling Uber.

Electric standing desk recommendations for home office?

Restaurant/food recommendations in Atlanta?

Under what conditions could we as consultants write off a home office? Is it justifiable? Would it pass an audit?

Within the healthcare space what’s the most common type of “technology” consulting? Is it ERP implementation or something different?

This election is rigged!! Donald Trump himself said so. I demand a recount. 😳

What is wrong with people? What are all the ignorant posts about hooking up based on race? #nevertrump

Who are the top consulting firms for competitive strategy?

I feel like I’m in the twilight zone seeing all this turnover/layoffs and practitioners firm jumping

Partner just said "I don't see a big lift here" - is this a good thing?

How long after agreeing to an offer should you get the contract and start the onboarding process

Everyone talks about FAANG and often times it seems like they mean “Google” or maybe fb/amazon. I never hear about Apple. What are consultant exits like there? Anyone know someone who made the jump?

Does anyone know the 5 digit code needed to link an accenture 401k with Mint?

With winter nearing soon, thinking of investing in an indoor bike 🚴

What’re the best ones in terms of overall reviews, price, durability, etc? Know if peloton but that’s a little pricey

What are some of the best books you’ve read about people and investing? Such as dealing with people (business psychology almost) and then investing (real estate more specifically)!

I am looking for books that give practical advice, not just big picture theory and motivation.

*Analysts talking in the cafe*

BA 1: “seriously, what is Deloitte good for these days??”

BA2: “Layoffs and Fight Club?”

BA1: “...Touché”