Hello LA fish! I've been tasked with putting together the positioning for our indie agency and would love to interview some of you ad folks. Please DM me if you would be willing to help out! ❤️

I recently interviewed for a small strat consulting company (energy industry). I have 3 YoE and would be moving from engineering. the HR person asked me what my salary expectations were I was caught offguard and said I would expect it to be at least what I make now (around 100k). Im now worried theyll lowball me because I really shouldve asked for 120+bonus (I think this is market rate?) But they have salary bands they follow right?So if they pay consultants 140 usually would they offer me 100k?

I have been on a planned personal sabbatical this year pursuing personal interests. Now I’m ready to go back to work. I will have next week the second interview with an exec recruiter for a company for a Director level position reporting to the COO of the company. In addition to having relevant experience and accomplishments handy, I would appreciate any pointers for having a good interview at this level.

What’s the going rate for an Account Director in NYC? My current company doesn’t pay enough and want to know what’s acceptable to ask for in the interviewing process (within reason)?

Hi fishes,

I have passed first round of interview with aws.

Now they are asking me to schedule next round of 4 hrs long interview.
My question is what to expect in this 4 hr round interview what kind of questions will be thrown on my way.

Any help will be appreciated.
Thank you.

So I finished my 3rd interview with a company and the TA specialist said they loved me but can’t meet me at my bottom line salary, however, I said I can negotiate and she said she’s going to speak with the decision makers and see if they’re okay with that. What does this mean? This is for a marketing specialist role. I’m asking for $70K bottom line

In one interview today with Kundyl. Their expectation is to be available oncall 24*7... With work from office.

They literally got offended and stared at me for asking about WLB...

Seems companies are not learning, even after the great resignations.. the big names... Like TCS, ibm.. are not doing any changes to their work culture and ethics to improve WLB.

I had two rounds of discussion (more than a month ago) and the recruiter informed me that they’ll be scheduling the HR discussion and then be rolling out the offer.

It has been two weeks now and I haven’t heard from the recruiter nor has my HR discussion been scheduled.

The recruiter does not answer my calls or reply to e-mails.

Has anyone else faced this while interviewing with KGS (Customer Advisory)?

Hi fishes. Currently interviewing with Accenture for the Talent & Organization (T&O) team for the change management profile. Wanted a quick comparison of the work life balance, career progression, perks and benefits compared to EY GDS. Thanks in advance.

If asked this in an interview, how would you answer?
What is the one unique quality that makes you an effective salesperson?

I need some insight. Just had a phone interview for a management job in healthcare. I felt comfortable and felt like the interview went well. I ask questions and the ACNO said that I asked great questions. They said that they had other interviews to do as well but said the next step is to bring me in for an on-site interview (I live 1,000 miles away) and that the recruiter would be reaching out. Thoughts? I’m going to drive myself crazy analyzing everything.

Hi Fishes,

I am looking for the job change in ServiceNow profile and having a experience of 4+ yrs.

Currently I am trying to create network in linked in and naukari but still not getting the response from some companies like JP Morgan or mindtree etc.

Can u help me to understand what is the best way to create a network to some major companies.

I know applying directly to the company site mostly doesn't have any benefit or will take long time to schedule the interview.

Hello Fishes,

I want to understand the work culture of HCL.
I have cleared many interviews but i got one offer from Cognizant For 14 LPA
And HCL salary negotiation still needs to be done
My ask is 18 LPA
YOE :4 .2

Thanks

Currently at Deloitte at looking to apply to Amazon. Know anyone who is ex-big 4 who would be open to giving advice on application&interviews?

I’m interviewing for a Director of Solutions Engineering role at Salesforce. I was wondering what the OTE looks like for that role? Any help would be appreciated

Potential new job is flying me across the country….for a one hour interview. Red flag? Or just a formality since they want me to relocate so I can see what it’s about?

I want to share my TCS interview experience. I got selected for one project TR, MR everything was over. The manager of the project confirmed me that I m selected and I will get offer letter soon. I was excited to join TCS due to job security,wlb, etc.
Later when I check with the HR they are saying we couldn't proceed as you are selected for some other project. I was shocked to hear this. But till now i m waiting for other project call 😂. I lost trust in TCS. They are wasting our time,efforts

Does studying for top consulting firms’ case interviews help in any way for interviews with other firms (e.g., FAANG case interviews) ?

Hi fishes,

Looking for an opening for SFE consultant/AC/any other relevant position. 3.5 years of workex at ZS and Novartis. Working as a senior analyst at Novartis currently. Lmk if anyone has an opening in their firm. Open to pan India relocation so that's not an issue.

Thanks in advance fishes!

“You have a good looking face. But your body is absolute junk."

27 years M from suburbs Chicago looking to date

Friends, where can I buy a Christmas tree?

Hey fishes,

Can anyone help me with the below questions on RTO-

1. When is optum planning to open offices fulltime and in how many phases are they planning to open
2. Do they provide cab servies
3. Do they provide breakfast/lunch/dinner inside office
4. Do they follow any dress code
5. Office timings

TIA😊

Hi everyone

I attended interview at amazon for l5 application engineer role ,they told i will be hiring for l4 as my performance was not upto mark one more interview round to go,what will be the salary range for L4 and L5 for an application engineer at amazon could anyone please tell me ?

How many rejection email have everyone received before getting first permanent full time position as a designer?
Did you have to alternate your personality applying to jobs?

Hi Fishes

I have a offer from wolters kluwer with 12fixed and 10% variable and 1Lpa JB and I got selected in Innova solutions as well and I came to know they have a good budget
I will be asking for 18LPA Fixed, if by chance I get it , will Wolters revise my offer letter as it being a product based company I am leaning towards them
Give some insights

I have worked in a PM team for 4yrs

> 3yrs were as a Business Analyst & 1 yr as an Associate PM in other company. If in a JD its written 2yrs of PM exp required, then will my application be considered even though I have 4yrs of Product Management team Experience?

If Not then WHY is this trend in market?

“There are so many layers of Daddy. Book coming soon. How to get one, how to be one, how to keep one!”

"I don’t like morning people. Or morning. Or people”

Words of Wisdom

Is it just me or have you also noticed that during the endless back to back zoom/teams meetings, people drift away and not take down action points?

Boss2 (American): “Why can’t I just do THIS?”
Boss1 (American): “Because it just complicates things! Why do you have to go and throw a spanner in the wheel?!”
Boss3 (British): “Spanner in the wheel?? You’re mixing up your metaphors. It’s spanner in the works.”
Boss2: “What’s a spanner?”
Boss3: “In ENGland where we speak ENGlish, it’s the item you mistakenly refer to as a wrench.”
Boss2: “So – a wrench in the works?”
Boss3: “Yes, it’s a tool that screws everything up …like you.”

Hi fishes,need you inputs regarding Notice period and retention policy.
1. 3 months np is negotiable or its fixed?
2.once you resign do cognizant retain its employees and if yes how much do they offer?

1/25/2022 check in. I finished my AM indoor ride. In the PM I’ll go to the spin studio. What are you doing today?

05/11 check in:

How’s it going everybody! What’s y’all workout plans for today?
I walked to the office and will be doing 🦵🏻 🍑 tonight!😼

Hi y’all, wanted to ask for recommendations on really good workout leggings that aren’t $100 (Lululemon). I currently buy them from Amazon (Heathyoga) but the quality of the leggings I purchased recently wasn’t as good as the ones I got last year.

Grateful for any suggestions you’d like to share!

Any leads for good headhunters ir recruiters? I am looking for full time
in the LA area- Thanks!

Any strategists from RGA LA open to letting me take them for a bev/chat? Curious about the co and Dept dynamics.

Anyone interested in a meetup on October 17? Nothing planned yet, but figure it's far enough out that if there's interest we can post up and talk shop. Misfit, Arsenal, Bigfoot West?

Anotha one! Award-winning agency in LA hiring early MID-LEVEL to early SENIOR AD. Beneficial to be in the LA area but not mandatory.

DM me your books!

Okay, what does a month of groceries look like for two people? Doing my budget for a move, and I have no clue how much an LA avocado costs.

If you’re looking for a media job, I saw lots of them at RPA, Saatchi, Mullen, Hearts & Science

I need a few hours of square space mastery in LA. Any takers?

Any great product agencies in LA? Looking to move back there but it seems most the good ones are campaign focused 😢

Hi everyone! I’m relocating to LA in January. Which neighborhood do you live in and why do you love it?

I was looking at Inglewood and Ladera Heights based on where friends live but open to learning more 🤗

Looking to hire a Project Manager in the LA office of our small independent agency (with big clients!). Work will involve shoots, retail and general branding/strategy - with hopefully one day some events back in there. DM for more details.

Just moved to LA and looking to work with creatively driven, smart people within an agency or in-house marketing Team. Looking for permanent, project-based or ST work. Any leads are appreciated. Thx!

Looking for an experienced Studio Designer for 10 - 20 hours a week.
West Coast Remote Freelance
Yes you'll be designing/adjusting decks but you're also our go to on print etc. Cont..

Thoughts on Facebook. Would you work there if you could work on something interesting or just pass altogether?

Anyone have a good recruiter contact in LA? Looking to make a move in the next few months.

Best neighbourhood on/near/in the water...in LA, high proximity to fun and creative culture. Welcome any and all thoughts...

What’s happening LA? Anything exciting this month?

Any thoughts on moving from Chicago to LA? Any advice on going brand side there?

Who knows the email for the creative recruiter at Mother?

Any agencies in LA looking for a mid level/early senior art directors?

Any places hiring spring interns?