Has anyone quit their big law job and just taken time for themselves and family? Like a 3 to 6 month vacation? I'm curious. Did you go back to big law, move in house, or go to government after? I feel like everyone makes it seem like this is impossible. Like if you quit without a job, you'll be forever jobless. 😕

I have offer from KPMG India and PWC AC Banglore. Package is almost the same. PWC AC has Canada shift with permanent wfh and KPMG India has hybrid work model in pune location. Please suggest which one is better in terms of growth , wlb , culture etc

I was hired a few months ago by D to do data science. I am not doing data science currently, is there a way I can switch roles internally? Should I talk to my coach? Or should I just start looking for a new job. I’m starting to feel that the field is so hot rn my small stint at D won’t be a big deal to other firms.

Is it easy for engineers to become TPMs?

Hey y'all, kind of a two part question:
1. I enjoy the people management more than individual contributor stuff. What career paths do you see in our industry for people who are managing support engineering teams?
2. What certifications are valued today? Seems like being a AWS Cloud Practitioner is a good general one, but are there others that stand out?

25 and not sure business is for me. Thinking of going into specialized medicine but don’t want to be naive, as I know it is long and hard, with no financial rewards until late 30s. Thankfully I have the intellect. Any advice?

Best way to study for AWS cloud practitioner certification? (Not very technical but hoping to learn)

Anyone who exited to PE ops able to speak to how their experience has compared with consulting?

I’ve reached a point in my career where I want to take a step back and do an easy job just for the medical insurance benefits. Any ideas what I could do (or who is hiring)? Would contracts manager/admin/specialist be an easy job?

Hi fishes!
I shifted from one big4 to another recently. Is it okay to leave the company within 6 months of joining?
The team is wonderful. I'm just getting bored with the work.

Hi, fishes.
A quick query here.

I'm going to move from non IT profile to IT profile. Basically I'll be applying as front end engineer in new company. Previously I was working in a BPO profile.
Just wanted to ask if I'll be provided training in my initial months as a front end engineer or am I expected to work from the very first day.
Your comments will be really helpful.

Thank you.

I have an interview coming up for internal audit manager. Currently in external audit. When asked about my experience in ERM - what would you say Is transferable skills that I can leverage in my answer?

Is there a "too old" stage to pursue a master's? Currently 25, 3 YOE

has anyone made the jump from hospital administration to healthcare consulting?

Where in Healthcare Consulting can a registered nurse succeed? I read about healthcare consulting companies and the services they offer and they appear heavy IT/comp-sci based. What are healthcare consulting specialties where an RN can leverage their clinical background?

Hello everyone! My co-worker and I are preparing for the SHRM certification exam and Hoping to take it in December. I’m looking to purchase the SHRM learning system books from someone that has already taken the exam this year. Can someone point me in the right direction?

How have people found the most success breaking into tech from a different career? I have tried cold-applying to jobs, reaching out to recruiters on LinkedIn, and company alum (very few) who now work in tech. Only a few responses, but no leads. Any tips?

Does anyone else here have a hospitality management degree? Do you think it was worth it?

Anyone gone from PA to CBRE ? Do you like it ?

I hate politics, which means I suck at Office Politics. Any advice, learning experiences, or insight for someone who knows he has to be better at it?

Hi Fishes,

Can someone elaborate on the designations/grades/bands in Infosys Consulting? Is Business Consultant a designation or a role? Also, how frequent are onsite opportunities in the unit?

What is the pay for power bi analyst at infosys and what are the interview questions usually asked ?

HD is an excellent short candidate right now. March 29 $187.5Ps or $185Ps

To any copywriter reading this. Can you share what an amazing portfolio looks like. I want to see what I'm lacking.

Hi Fishes, Just wanted to know what is the salary band of associate 2 in Tax profile? Location is either Kolkata or Bangalore or Hyderabad.

There’s no excuse that by the age of 25 you have never tried therapy. I’m speaking directly to the demographic in this group who I’m sure over 95% of people in here are earning 6 figures. Key word: TRY. I understand it’s not for everyone but to have never even attempted seeking therapy is a injustice to yourself and the people around you.

Hi all, i plan to stick with tax ( public acct) till senior and will apply for private role with a hope that i can start to do part time tax prep. Any thoughts or advice?

Thoughts on making a move from strat consting to
a) joining a vc (investment team)
VS
b) doing 2+ years as a product mgr/s&o forst before moving to vc?

Context: 1-2 years in strat consulting, couple software CDDs under the belt as well as pricing and gtm engagements

Pros?cons?

Folks - What would an Audit senior manager in US migrating to Canada can expect as compensation from a big 4?

Hi I got a 4 rating this year, in 2 parameters and in one parameter 3. Any danger of a potential layoff. Am a business analyst as societe Generalle GSC Bangalore

Anyone worked in the EUCOM AOR as a DOD/IC consultant or contractor? I am interested in opportunities in Europe, have a TS:SCI. Would love to connect or get thoughts on the roles.

Anyone have any thoughts on Portiviti?

Are you generally expected to do client work/start new deliverables after putting in your 2 weeks notice?

Stop asking if we can unionize after being asked to work over the weekend.

Blast to the past - Anyone going to closing dinners and/or getting deal toys?

Tips for bankruptcy associates who eventually want to move in-house? 3rd year associate in bankruptcy/restructuring group doing mainly bk lit but a few deals too. Need to stay in BL for at least another year for the money, but eventually want to move in-house. The path to in-house seems more straightforward for general commercial lit or more standard transactional practices. Any tips for someone who’s practice is a bit of a hybrid (and who will never likely do discovery or handle a depo)

I am a person, not a machine. That is all.

I wish I had even a tiny fraction of the energy I had when I first started this job

6th year - over 2000 hours, great review last year, this year they said will not promote me. They will do a mid year review early next year and if still no good, will discuss “transition” plan. HR said I have until next spring. Sounds like I can stay on payroll for another 7-8 months? Is it real? I have a lot of financial obligations so want to know the worst scenario

I have my first interview with a big law firm as a post grad. I had some interviews at OCI, but was wondering what to expect as recent grad. Assume it’s more for fit since I have less than a year of work experience?

After you are stealth laid off, other than job search, what do you do? I assume they won’t give you work and even if they do, you can politely decline? How do you feel about you are not progressing anymore and seeing other people progressing in their career? I have no intention to make partner, but still feel a bit stuck not doing that much.

When did partners decide that outsourced admin services are a good idea? They’re terrible. You lose more time doing stuff yourself and correcting mistakes than the amount you save with outsourcing

Was interviewing with a firm and soon after receiving an offer, learned of bad culture/toxic partners in the practice group from a couple of associates who recently lateraled from the firm. I turned the offer down. A partner that I clicked with while interviewing reached out asking me why I turned down the offer. Should I be honest and relay what I heard?

What’s the market salary for Am Law 100 DFW 5th-6th year associate? Looking to make a switch from a smaller market and trying to make sure I don’t get lowballed.

Thoughts on recording meetings. In Texas and have ADHD. I’ve been recording internal meetings for the past couple of weeks and my work product has improved exponentially. I’m able to go back and listen to the directions over again. In law school I had a note that gave me permission to do this. Is this taboo in a firm?

Anyone have any favorite office decor or personal items? Trying to think of things to make my office less boring now that I'm going back in.

Feel free to share anything interesting that you've seen as well.

Currently thinking plants and potentially wall art.

My mentors (partner & senior) have scheduled a feedback meeting with me on Wednesday. It’s not just me, they’re scheduling meetings with everyone so I’m probably keeping my job. Thing is, I’ve been incredibly frustrated with the firm - I’m buried in work and billing like crazy, but there’s zero transparency on financials and zero communication on bonuses (...)

Gave notice to a partner this past Friday. The partner proceeded to curse me out and scream at the top of their lungs. What should I do other than obviously just walk away?

Ok, I’m preaching to the choir here, but I’m a mid-level lateral, and I get most of my work now from an absolutely toxic partner that I am basically assigned to (firm is very siloed and partner doesn’t like sharing associates). I am getting to the point where I don’t take the tirades personally, but the obvious lack of good leadership leaves me incredibly unmotivated. But the learned helplessness also means that I procrastinate—like right now! Send help!

Does anyone else not relate to the “chill paralegal” memes on litigation god?

Interviewing to crossover from plaintiff to defense work, wondering what a competitive salary offer would be from a firm in the V20-30 range, 5th year, antitrust practice. NY/DC scale. Thanks in advance

General corporate in NY looking to lateral into tech transactions at one of the EC/VC firms. I’ve heard that I may get a class cut if I make the move but I’m ok with that. My worry is that EC/VC firms are crazy busy work differently from general corp, I also won’t have control over my hours, and potentially worse based on how billing differs (block billing on a few clients vs having to work with 15 or more startups). Is the same true for tech trans or IP group?

I lateraled from a small firm to regional big law last year. I was told that my offer was commensurate with class year (5th year). The firm recently increased first year salary, with a 5% increase for all other attorneys. My original salary was equal to the new first year salary. The difference between my new salary and a first year is now $10k. I think it is fairly obvious that the hiring partner was not truthful with me. How would you address this? Is another lateral move my only option?