Hey all, client side ads manager who has been managing an external agency for a while. Anyone looking for a tech-focused digital guy who will work for scraps? I need out of my crappy MN job :)

How is everyone organizing Jira? A project for each product or offering within a product or just a single backlog. The startup I work at have one backlog set up for the product but I find things get lost. The engineering team then have their own Jira projects where items from the product backlog get moved into it, refined, broken down into smaller tickets, and then scheduled into sprints. I can’t help but think this is hard to manage.

Show of hands; who has been laid off because your agency lost a big client? Also, when you interviewed for your next job did you feel comfortable saying that? And do other agencies understand?

Had an guy on the project ask if he could expensive his speeding ticket.

Is it ok to quit a company within a few months if I really don't like the project?

Guys, I have got an offer in Temenos as Associate Delivery Manager and in Wordline as Project Manager. Wordline offering 1.5 lac higher than Temenos. Would like to know , in which among these companies, I'll have job safety, Professional growth , benefits , etc... Please advise. YOE : 11

“Going to the restroom to rub one out”, 31 year-old female manager whispers to me after meeting with physically attractive male client. Confused - Is this type of banter common? 😧 Was she serious?

What % of post-MBAs at MBB make it to the next level (engagement manager, project leader, case team leader)?

Can we transfer life insurance portfolio to an another client/firm? I am currently with AXA and looking to get maximum yield/return. Any suggestions? Tips?

Got an informal offer to join a client (manufacturing company). 240k base, 60k cash bonus target (can shrink or double depending on company metrics) + 50k annual equity (3 yr rolling vesting). Director level which has just one additional layer between me and the Exec Committee. My contact already internal negotiated extra vacation and is working on my behalf for a signing bonus. Is it worth trying to negotiate base? Or is this already a strong offer?

New to consulting. How should I structure my message to project leads to try to get staffed. How detailed to I need to be ?

At my client site 5days a week (gps) , and home office has little to no consulting presence. Rolling off around August and looking for a supply chain related project (commercial). Advice!

Messaging a partner from two projects ago as I’m on the bench. Is it okay to ask for proposal work or if there are project needs? Not sure what I “can” ask for

Who’s hiring a project manager in Seattle? Asking for a friend...

How do I say “no” to a project as an analyst? Being asked to join projects I absolutely do not want to do. I am looking for a bit more nuance than “pay your dues”

Has anyone from MBB worked at the same client where there is one of the big 4 ? How are the dynamics between the two in that engagement?

Best or most unexpected soft skill tips you’ve ever gotten? I’ve missed a lot of our soft skills trainings due to client obligations and would really like insight into the tips I’ve missed

What non-fiction books are you reading that you find relevant to client work?

Hi. I am working un TCS from a year 3 months now parallely doing my pg diploma in data science. I would like an opportunity to get an internship to benifit my business understanding and actually contribute to the project. I am really great at what I do and I would really appreciate the help.Please do ping me if you have any opportunities for data science internships or an entry level position. I am a really quick learner and have true potential to be one of the best. Thanks in advance

Client just confided over drinks that she found an MD on AshleyMadison...#TMI #WhatToDo

Junior associate in a big firm, slowly transitioning to a mid level role. In these slow times, wondering about client development. I know no one is expecting to bring in clients during this pandemic, but any general advice for how young associates can get an impressive and effective head start on business development that could actually lead to new clients? What do firms and clients actually care about (networking in and out of your firm, certifications, speaking engagements, etc)?

I need a part time job to be able to support my family that lost most of their income due to Covid. I’m a first generation immigrant college grad, which for me means student loans and parents with unstable jobs. Any ideas what I could do to make some extra money besides retail?

Got a verbal offer from a big 4 a month ago, discussed salary expectations 3 weeks ago, still no offer letter. Firm has to let me know it should be coming soon. Are these normal timelines?

How much did your company pay to opt-out from the health insurance program?

Currently interviewing with Deloitte S&O, what are the salary bands like for a consultant? They are saying they can't bring me in as a senior consultant because I don't meet the 5 yr work experience

I have a Master's degree in Engineering from a Top School. I really love the work I am doing right now (which is Tech Consulting). Is an MBA really necessary to climb up the ladder?

Capgemini Invent hiring across all roles, sectors and most teams — happy to chat about our work, culture and why I picked Invent 5 years ago (Cap Consulting back then) for those who are looking to make a change!

Is Accenture h1b dependent ?

If my goal is to grow in digital/ technology strategy work is it worth trying to jump to a MBB or a Diff T2 such as S&,OW ? I understand McKinsey Digital is the strongest for tech/digital work

When based in a city like NYC with multiple hubs, how do you think about the airline to chase loyalty on?

Is LEK hiring? Can someone shed a light on their experience working there?

Let's talk hourly versus salary pay for advanced practitioners. What are your thoughts?

New to consulting. Coming In at Partner level. Standard dress code on zoom calls?

What’s the salary like at McKinsey Implementation in the operations space? Let’s say at the Engagement Manager level.

We are having difficulty with managing employee absences. Most seem as if they don’t care about termination. What have others done to motivate hourly employees to come to work? We have changed schedules, offered perfect attendance bonuses, replaced the points system, etc.

S. Korea arbitrage opportunity? I am visiting in April wih my girlfriend who is a resident and has a bank account. Can she get setup on Korbit or another exhange, I buy BTC here, transfer to her, she sells for KRW and then we fund our vacation from the arbitrage profits? We wouldn't be trying to repatriate the funds or take them out of Korea

Layoffs at EY? Hearing this through the grapevine.

Risk of getting fired as a new experienced hire in HC with solid 3 ratings and tons of impactful PRD, but on the bench for too long?