Got laid off before taking GMAT for MBA application - if I take a job a level below (ie. analyst when I was an SC) will that hurt my application? Have not applied yet.

What's the DL on your city? Might be making a move there from Kansas City for my husband's job.

Does anyone have any beta test email templates? I'm looking to invite some users to my app and looking for some guidance.

Thanks

Today the cash register broke down while a customer was waiting with 4 pallets of Monster. He yelled at me.

Can anyone help me understand what c9 grade means in NatWest job grade? what are next two grades after c9?

Hi Fishes ,

Can we do part time job as a freelancer in another company if we already have a full time job.

Out of pure curiosity, does anyone in here currently work in the wine industry? I’m interested to get a sense of experience levels here. (Not that it matters at all! We all learn at our own pace.)

I work in wine media now, but pre-pandemic was a Sommelier in restaurants in NYC.

Have any of my fellow corporate wine professionals made their way onto Fishbowl yet? 🍷

I keep getting sour wines. I’ve never had this issue before but the last few bottles I got (store shelf, nothing too fancy) tasted like they were opened and left out. That gross stale sort of sour taste… but the cork was in tight and sealed. 🧐

Let’s talk decanters. Does anyone have a specific shape they recommend over others?

Do tech companies like FAANG hire strategy consultants? Starting at an MBB/T2 next year and curious if tech companies leverage consultants as much as other industries. Part of me wonders if they are in such high growth right now that consultants can’t add as much value, thus maybe a smaller presence. Thoughts?

Would anyone be willing to provide a referral in the quant trading industry. Much appreciated!

I am lesbian . I was talking to this gal then she stopped cold turkey. I’m striking out on dating apps. I’m in my thirties. I get hit on by men but I’m just not into it… 🤷‍♀️

Dear all, I am joining MS next week, any idea when can i expect onboarding team emails and other joining formalities emails.

I'm about to start my first travel case. SPG or Accor?

Random question for anyone who has ever exchanged/gotten a replacement away travel suitcase. Is there any flexibility to get a different color? My interior zipper broke and I stopped in a store to ask if they do repairs and they said to bring it in and they’ll just replace it. I wouldn’t hate switching the color but feel weird asking for some reason

What are some of the must read books in Management Consulting?

Hi all - just joining and looking for some guidance! I am currently in an IT internship position (making pretty solid money considering) and following this summer I will stay on part time during my senior year (discussing a full-time job offer after already). I’m getting my computer science degree, so I would like to do something more technical in the workplace when I graduate. How do I advocate myself for that to my manager without sounding unappreciative of the position I’m in?

Don't you guys think this bowl serving no purpose , like till now not a single post regarding job opportunities offering complete remote . No proper news posting regarding remote jobs.

Can you leverage RSUs ( has not been vested) to negotiate

What’s the difference between a 750, 760 and 770. I just took for first time and got 750. I’m confident I can bump it up. Is it worth retaking or is there no measurable advantages of 10 extra pts

What are the best and easiest EMBA programs to get into?

If defer one year, could you apply for more scholarship or negotiate more scholarship during the deferral year?

All else equal, will the compensation for exits post-MBA be the same if I do a one year MBA vs a two year MBA? Currently have 2 YOE, thinking about MBA and would prefer to complete more quickly

What time are you studying for GMAT? I am struggling to study in the morning as I am not s morning person. I am however too tired to study after work

How big is the gap really between HS and W? I’m mostly targeting Tech.

What did people score on the SAT vs the GMAT?

I am not that smart. Got a very low score on ACT (below average). Should I even consider getting a MBA? My firm does offer sponsorship, but taking/studying for GMAT/GRE is already stressing me out.

How do people who go into entrepreneurship and nonprofit make a living post MBA (and spending everything on tuition)?

Anyone have updates on the HBS R2 process? Other schools have released dates for interview invites; haven’t seen anything come across for HBS beyond the “early Feb” mention a few weeks ago.

Is it possible to get 26V to 45V in 4 weeks?

Anyone finished the interview with Kellogg Round 2? Will the decisions be released earlier for 1Y program?

INSEAD or LBS?
(For reference the 1 year saved at INSEAD isn’t a big deal for me)

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?

Trying to do some initial research on laptops for business school and trying to determine if a new Mac book pro could be used at Wharton (or honestly any school!) for finance (not quant finance major though!)

Is the ETS GRE-GMAT converter accurate? My GMAT is above medians everywhere but I don’t know how much it matters.

Has anyone worked with Sia Admissions? If so, what’s your perception?

Is a 710 gmat (q44 v42) worth retaking? I’m a Latin American male working at McKinsey, 4.0 gpa from the top university in my country on a full scholarship. Maybe with a lot of effort I could get my score up to a 730, but I’m not sure if it’s worth the time

Is Kellogg brand equally recognized in the business world as MIT? Or does MIT have the upper hand?

Do people working in IB, PE, Consulting, etc. get any financial aid when applying for top MBA programs (M7 or T15)?