Guilt and shame about working in a legal position for years where, instead of using my law degree (was supposed to do legal work per the job posting), I served as a personal assistant to my boss/did nothing for maybe half the time. I feel like I was paid for work I didn't do. I've since left that job but the guilt and shame remains. I feel that I lack the character of a lawyer and that I am unworthy of the profession. I don't know how to make up for the lost years or how to forgive myself.

For pre-MBA associates (A-A promotes) in restructuring, are exit opps any different than those for post-MBA associates (which are apparently very limited versus analyst opportunities)? For anyone currently at these shops, any advice on how to move to a distressed fund after a year or two?

What kind of exit opportunities should I be looking at? I have a broad range of experience conducting CMAs in areas cloud security, data security and various regulatory standards.
I want to quit consulting within a year. Any help would be much appreciated 😊

Hi there! Do you know what salary to ask for or the average salary of a Consultant position in IQVIA Belgium?
I have a PhD and 1 year experience as a consultant.

Thanks!

Looking to exit to a tech company - has anyone ever approached a DEI person at the company you are applying to on LinkedIn? Is this something worth pursuing or should I just apply directly?

What’s your take on the FRM and CFA? Do the associations provide any noteworthy networking/sales opportunities? Does it help with recognition for promotions or acquiring clients? Are there any other titles worth mentioning?

Can anyone please help me with a referral in JP Morgan.i have the job id.Thanks in advance

Recruiter or recruiting firm suggestions when looking for an Art Director position in LA at a creative ad agency?

When you’re looking to make an internal transfer, what forms of of networking work best?

I’ve been in banking for 10 years, 9 of that as a branch manager. I want to transition out of banking, not sure where to start. Any advice?

Can anyone refer me for the role of Associate Business Analyst at Deutsche Bank, job id - R0170973

What's the market for mid-level UX designers (3-5 years YoE) in Austin, TX? I'm thinking about my next role and wondering what TC I should be asking for.

Do I really need the lectures (Becker) to pass the exams? I really just want to do everything else besides that.

any startups worth looking at? I think I'm done with consulting and would love to go to a SC startup that's using analytics and tech

Hi fishes,
I am in PwC AC Bangalore in management consulting in DDV. Do they reimburse for the CFA level 1 exam? If yes, what could be the clause?

Hey , i want to know the transport facility in cognizant Gurgaon as i am not getting proper information from HR for Day shift role. Can someone please help. Its an urgent request.

What are the best exit opportunities after working in ODD, CDD, valuations for a few years? IB? PE possible?

I have been given with a case study to solve. Its a secondary research based case study.
I have to share an output in a ppt.
Are there any hacks to solve it?

Any one here who is serving notice period in EY and got hike letter

Please share your salary/location/level. I need to negotiate salary and would truly appreciate the help.

Do we get complete variable pay in HCL?

Hello, I am in CA and am looking into the acquisition of a broker’s book of business, either in full or a percentage of, and/or looking for someone to partner with on that endeavor. I’m licensed in life, accident and health, and would prefer it to be that. If anyone has any advice for me on how and where to start, or anyone they’d like to put me in touch with I would greatly appreciate it

Hello All - I struggle with time management. I take medication but I have no idea whether a task will take 40 mins or 4 hours. Because of this, I over commit and under deliver. Also, having been on the receiving end of criticism, over time I have developed a perfectionist streak. I won't turn it in if it is good enough. How do you break out of this habit?

Any resources to help the brain structure tasks and make better estimates? Much appreciated, thanks!

My office laptop requires service as the same isn't functioning well. Do I need to visit PS Arcadia office for the IT assistance?

How competitive are promotions at Deloitte GPS?

Hi fishies,

I am a digital marketing professional with 4 years of experience. I was really frustrated in my current job due to extreme level of micro management and no growth career wise, so I have resigned on 3rd October. Tomorrow, after a meeting with ceo I will get to know how many days of NP I have to serve.
It would be really helpful if I could get referral from you guys.

I am ready to take remote jobs & even relocate to Bangalore or Pune.

Thank you!

New in San Diego and want to explore the city? Me too 😂 comment bellow. I’ll send a message 🙌

What are your favourite free SEO (technical and/onpage) courses or certificates?

How painful was it to watch the situation in Charlottesville? I'm beginning to think that hatred is a unending part of American culture. No solution. No kumbaya. Just is what it is.

Looking to move from Boston to NYC this May / June. What are the best moving companies to use?

Hello!! Anyone from Microsoft willing to chat and provide a position referral for a Business Strategy Manager opportunity. Happy to provide more information in DMs (including, of course, background prior to any referral). Thanks!!

Most/Least stressful areas of practice (in either transition or litigation)

What did y’all actually want to be when you grew up?

If you’re reading this, go drink some water!

Choose to be happy today

Does anyone else feel like having kids is the only acceptable reason to not be in the office 24/7? If I choose not to have children, do I not have any valid reason to have a life outside work?

Wish apps like BetterHelp were free. I can’t afford healthcare or therapy (I’m unemployed, and yes, I’ve tried seeking pro bono therapy options — no place anywhere nearby offers it.) I really need a therapist I can talk to on at least a weekly basis to just unpack so much that’s bogging me down to the point of being unable to function some days, but it’s just so cost prohibitive! What sucks is everyone assumes this career hands you median wages on a platter but I’m worse off than I’ve ever been.

I’ve been working to an unhealthy degree lately. And I’ve been making the excuse that I have a lot of work right now, but I’m starting to wonder if I’m addicted to it. Part of it is anxiety and perfectionism. But my behavior is now actively harmful to myself and starting to harm my marriage.

How do I stop? I’m not talking work-life balance. I mean, how do I say, “I don’t care that the client wants this tomorrow and I’m not close to done, I’m going to sleep tonight”?

I’ve been struggling with finding the right antidepressant. I started a few months ago but had really bad side effects and stopped (headaches, lethargy, nausea, inability to concentrate). The withdrawal is just as bad. I’ve noticed that I made mistakes when my mind was in a haze and just can’t seem to work. I think I need to find an antidepressant that works for me but I’m nervous it’s going to make work that much harder. Do I tell someone at my firm? If so, how?

question of the day: why did you join this bowl? Since I asked, I will start: I’ve been on a journey of recovery from legal-overachiever-workaholism. Changed jobs, city and environment and still working hard to recover from burnout that is, unfortunately, part and parcel of the legal profession.

People with depression in big law- how do you manage? How do you meet your hours? The lack of support/training and being remote has been very hard on me.

Is it me or does depression in big law mostly affect single overworked women around age 30?

I have chronic health issues and I’m severely depressed. I can’t even get myself to work anymore. If I don’t quit, I’m in serious danger of being fired. I feel that I need to just quit and take time off to get better but feel that it will be a stain on my career. I’m a pretty junior lawyer. Any advice. I just can’t do any work at all and I’m my anxiety and depression is spiraling out of control. I see a therapist I try to cope and it’s not working.

When I was going into courtrooms, a bad night of sleep didn’t matter-I’d snap to attention as soon as I got into court. I’m doing phone hearings now and the focus isn’t there as much. Any ideas?

I've been working from home for the last six months and had this constant urge to eat treats I find anywhere around the house. My two daughters find it humorous, but it has rarely made me feel good. Kindly, what can I do to stop?

Is anyone else experiencing a new wave of covid anxiety due to the stress of figuring out the holidays? Got in an argument with a family member about safety guidelines and testing needing to happen and I’ve been feeling paralyzed by anxiety all day.

Gripe- there is no room for a sick day in this profession. Big closing coming up. Have a bad cold. Have billed 40+ hours in the last 3 days.

Why do lawyers celebrate a culture of poor health?

SEEKING OPINIONS & FEEDBACK: I love the honest & practical discussions here, where people can freely identify things that are going on & seek guidance.

Wondering whether anybody’d be interested in some kind of more purposeful community- i.e., gathering w/fellow lawyers to pursue some specific mental health & well-being goals? We’d provide some counseling/coaching type content, in bite sized chunks, but have regular discussions to connect & encourage one another on applying the content IRL.

Anyone participating in dry January or done similar things in the past? Did you notice an effect on mental health or other benefits?

Mental health issues in our profession are finally being recognized. While mental health issues are not unique to lawyers, the profession and it's client service mantra present unique challenges.