Heard that in a Zoom call with all 2024 PE candidates today, the head of CPI was encouraging everyone to sit out of oncycle if it’s this early. If true, that’s huge given that CPI basically runs the game

Is it worth it to join as R&D engineer in utopia global inc.?
Is there any learning opportunities and how is the work culture

What big firms let you get to manager and above with an MBA and/or EA for tax?

Should I stay in FP&A (currently at pr agency) or go into product control at a big bank 🤔? For context I’m the lead finalist for a product control role.

How difficult/easy was it for you to land your first job after receiving your Bachelors? What do you wish you did differently? What is something you are glad you did?

Would switching from a technical project manager to a product manager be hard?

Considering pivoting into a local MM IB. As my title suggests, my technical skills aren’t as honed as one who has focused on the analysis route. How much of being an Analyst at a smaller IB is technical skill heavy coming into the role? I hold my 7, 66, 24, and am not worried about getting the 79. Any input for how realistic this is? When looking at one particular firm’s career page it doesn’t mention technical skills or modeling once, which led me to believe it may be less important than soft.

Hi all,
I am tech guy with almost 3yr exp, but I want to switch to a Management role. Going for an MBA is not possible for me. I was wondering about the possibility to switch to a management role within the next 2 years without an MBA. Company/Brand is not a bar for me.
Can somebody please suggest how to do this?

I’m currently working on my Juris Masters in American Legal Studies online. It has been stressful beyond belief!!

I want to go to law school but I found passion for education law and working in the government can I do that with this Masters or should I keep going towards law school?

Fellow IT Consultants. I am a BA on System implementations and would like to learn AWS. Can someone help me get started? How about the certification for administrator ? Cont..

I did my time and got out and was thrilled but now I am insanely bored and don’t have much motivation. Am considering getting back in or applying to become a police officer / fed...cont

I'm thinking I won't be getting promoted if not laid off at the end Q2 or sooner. What are some good exit ops for an associate with 2 yoe in tech consulting? Exp in Cloud, PMO, IT Risk, and SoD.

Hi there,
Any fish with experience in working in IT for pharma? Have an opp to work and n sales and marketing IT (my speciality) with a large pharma company (have experience but not my wheelhouse) cont

Anyone work at an agency that doesn’t recognize titles? How does it work? How do you foster growth, recognition and satisfaction? Pros/cons associated with prioritizing function over seniority? Would love any thoughts!

Did any PM or PMM get into CBS or NYU to make the transition? Would love to chat!

What are the requirements to promote from analyst to senior analyst? I’ve been with Deloitte for two years now and am wondering how I go about making myself promotable. I don’t have a CPA, CFE, etc. Is one of those required?

5+ years of public accounting tax experience. CPA, MST and graduating law school soon. Plan on taking the bar. What are the best post-bar opportunities? Option to stay at my current firm (big four).

Hi, Fishes! What areas of law would you say are likely to land you a position in BL from a small firm?

How do I get out of a date?

Simple controls to automate using data analytics?

Anyone have any Back/Spine specialist recommendations in the ~Central Austin area? Needing a second opinion beyond my ortho and curious where people have had positive experiences.

I got a offer letter from Wipro and my stream is WSM general stream. This is a BPO right?

Trying to get into stand up comedy, any advice? Not sure where to start but am really serious about giving it a shot

Any recommendations for good improv clubs, places that teach comedy writing, or joke writing resources in general? Trying to punch myself up while we’re still WFH.

Husband and I usually get hello fresh for meals, but we forgot to unskip this week, and now have no meals prepped or planned for the week. When this happens we usually order takeout every night and that’s unhealthy and expensive. Any ideas for meal prepping? Or quick healthy meals/grocery list?

Book recommendations? I’ve been reading atomic habits, and have moved onto Traders guns and money.

How did you get good at golf? How long did it take

Hi all,
I have a total of 5.5 Yoe and 3 yoe as Senior data analyst. Currently the CTC is 16.5 LPA. How much. I am thinking for seeking a hike to get around 19.5 LPA atleast. Is it feasible? Pls guide!!

I’m quitting my job tomorrow morning. I don’t have a new job lined up. I’m scared, but also excited? I’ve felt under utilized for months, and haven’t had a promotion after two years. I never take risks like this, but life is too short. Is this a bad choice?

Are there any good books to read from a start up perspective? I’ve reading the lean start up but would like some other recommendations

Has anyone had experience with a break up while working in big law? Facing some problems, largely on account of my schedule. Just want to ask if anyone has experience going about it while maintaining performance and well being?

Looking for a couple of very strong social strategists with agency experience. Open to remote working. Hit me up if you’re interested!

Anyone here looking for a rockstar SDR Manager with 2 YOE? 🫶

Besides Deloitte, what other firms would you consider working for that serve public sector clients and why?

What are the best security consulting firms with a focus on the federal sector?

Is there an app to approve coachee time and expense ? TIA!

Thoughts on working for a search fund investor, e.g. Peterson Partners or Miramar?

How can I try to get into VC? Particularly tough tech and things like robotics, automation, transportation, etc. I’m currently at T2 consulting in industrials and I’ve tried networking with a few VC firms in this space, but no luck.

Succeeding in growth investing - how much is natural brains / talent / intelligence to know what to look at vs. can be learned / hard work?

Is consulting to MF credit a viable path?

How do you prepare for portfolio operations/value creation interviews?

Any resources/tips are really appreciated!

For those working on the PE deals side, how would your day to day be like? For instance, some exact tasks that you will be working on

If there’s any ex consultant, also wondering how it compares to consulting & what you like about your PE role

What does comp look like for PE ops associates?

Has anyone come across any resources I can use for a investment idea pitch during an interview? Examples of investment theses for previous PE acquisitions etc.? Interested in healthcare and FS specifically. Thanks!

Is it possible to make a transition to VC (ideally senior associate / vp role) after a two year Associate stint in MM PE? I worry that the prior interest in moving late stage will be frowned upon by early stage investors among other issues

I’ve been getting contacted by PE/VC recruiters lately but I don’t think I’m ready to leave consulting yet. I’d like to do another year before I pivot but don’t want to burn any bridges. Is there a way to communicate this to recruiters and have an opportunity in the future or am I chalked?

How do you calculate IRR for a write off? Is it just 0% or should it go negative? There’s no cash moving after the initial investment so not sure what to do.

Anyone here engage with Insight for their DGS onsite team? Interviewed a few weeks back and went through 2-3 rounds and haven’t heard anything back yet so jw

Anyone know about Great Hill partners ? Culture/comp and all the above

What kind of comp could I expect for corporate strategy at a MF?

Typically what fund size do you need to target to get $225k+ in total comp (base+bonus) as a 1Y Associate? HH’s are mentioning sub-200k salaries to me across all opportunities coming my way, LMM funds ($600M-$2B).

Perspectives on Brightstar capital partners?

Hey gang, can anyone recommend a good synergy checklist? Mostly on the capex spend and real estate side. It has been a while for me and I am rusty.

What are the best consulting firms for PE and VC exit, please include boutiques not just obvious ones

Suggestions on how to spend the next year before starting MM PE gig? Don’t have a lot of modeling experience, any tips on prepping or is it mostly learning on the job?

Anyone can speak about GIC and the interview process?