Hi all, I’m preparing my application for a Operations Consultant role with BCG. I have an option to upload a cover letter, so question for all the MBB folks: is there any point in submitting a cover letter? Will it strengthen my application?

For context, I’m a Transformation Manager with 5 yrs of consulting experience. Thanks for your help 🙏🏻

Hey there Fishbowl community,

I’m planning on moving to Canada, Any advice anyone can offer? Also any suggestions on Job hunt? Can I find jobs out of Canada or I have to be in the country for better chances ??

What is the typical annual bonus for an MBA associate @ McKinsey in London.
I’ve heard it ranges from 5-20% but it seems too vague.

Hi friends I have offers from HSBC as well as Visa Inc. what would you recommend to join from better career perspective and brand ?
Software engineer with 3+ YOE

At what point is too much prep?? I think reading about how grueling the Amazon interview process is has sent me into a spiral lol. Interview is tomorrow and can someone just tell me it really isn’t as bad as everyone says it is??! 😂😭

Does receiving a ‘Does Not Meet Expectations’ on year-end review with no other next steps - In this environment - basically mean I’m on the chopping block? Should I start job hunting?

What are people’s thoughts on the market risk division of tier 1 IB’s like GS, JPM and MS? The pay seems to be quite high and hours no where near as bad as other areas of the bank. Thoughts?

How many days it takes usually to release the offer letter in Cerner?
I have received the congratulations on selection mail and have completed the Versant test also, it is 4th day now, and i have not received the offer letter till now. Should I be worried 😥

What’s the work culture like in EY Risk in the Sydney office? How is work life balance and what industries do you serve?

Hi, anyone working in data engineering domain in pwc ? Pls reply. I have doubts (gt offer fr the same).

How does variable structure work in Paytm? Do we get 100% variable?

What are the ethics of asking a client (not my client, just met when pitching to them and currently am not involved in work delivery) for a referral for a role with their company (another office/role)

Hi. Looking for info reg how log in and log out card swipe data is monitored at TCS. Who can access this data ... managers and team members? Do HR conduct an audit of the log in details of associates?

Would you lie to get an offer from dream company? Let’s say you did pretty good at interview, and the company (Google) is willing to give you an offer, but team lead at the end of interview asks you about GPA or experience on your resume, etc. Like in reality you got GPA 2.0, but u told them your GPA is 3.5 Would you take a risk and lie?

ASAP:
I have an interview round scheduled for tomorrow.
Can anyone please tell what is C4E round in Apisero?

I received an offer from a boutique litigation firm and a large law firm on the same day! I want to take a little time to consider both. What’s the typical time frame to respond?

New to NYC and looking to connect with more Talent and HR Peers - are there any in-person networking groups/events/orgs one could recommend?

Hi
I will be joining cisco bangalore soon
Can anyone share with me the holiday list for oct 2022
I need it to plan my travel
Just need to know if there's diwali holiday or not

Thanks

I got offer from DXC . It is asking for e-sign to accept offer. Can i reject offer after it? Does it affect .

Does your office recognize admin appreciation day? Does your executive do anything to show their thanks?

Why is it that “Big Law” firms in Cincinnati pay less (starting out) than P&G ($140k)?

Can anyone suggest if I can make a rental contract with my parents on a 1rupee stamp duty letter for below 1 lakh? If so, can I directly submit that to income tax department while filing the return for claiming refund or should I be disclosing in Deloitte Portal for last FY 2022. Also, I assume 11 months contract doesn't require to be registered with the govt? Please correct me if this is incorrect. Appreciate your suggestions on the above for tax benefit purpose..!!

I am a ServiceNow Developer and want to switch the domain. Confused about which one to choose. Can any please suggest some good domains.

Any news on vedder price? I’ve heard they didn’t fire anyone during COVID but have also heard it’s a sweatshop. Any insight to their litigation team would be helpful, thanks!

Hi Everyone - Need some insights. My PERM process was started by company in Feb’22 (currently awaiting wage determination, submitted to DOL in May’22). Its been months and DOL is working on requests from Jan’22. My H1B expires for good in Oct’23 (with all the recapture). Is there any chance I’ll have my PERM completed by then? For those of you who have been through this process, what was the overall timeline like?. Appreciate any insights you can help provide! TY!

I have a few interviews lined-up and wondering if it’s unprofessional to wear my nose ring on an interview? What are your thoughts?

I feel there should not be any weekend and we should be working continues .. then all Sunday's and Saturday's should get accumulated and give as month long vacation or something

To those who moved to Canada without a job in hand, how hard was it to land one? How real is the "Canadian Experience" requirement, and is it limited to certain fields?

For the 🐠 that have traveled to Egypt, can I get some recommendations on tour companies? I’m traveling with my partner (two females) and would like to have something arrange. 🙏

Working as FTE of a client: allowed or frowned upon ?
Curious to know if this is a common phenomenon or pretty rare.

Slept with my ex last night. We were drunk and it was just like a reversion to the mean or something. Broke up 6 months ago. Now all confused and wistful and frustrated with myself.

I’m a few years out of college and have been mentoring a few students and new joiners at my company. Sometimes, I don’t even feel like I’m good enough to mentor anyone. Any advice?

Anyone stay in a marriage just for the kids? Did it work well?

Looking for SUV with Budget around 35K in Chicago; leaning towards luxury brand though still open.Which one is better 1. New or Used one?2. Top 5 brand with model?3. Buy before winter or after?

C and I hate doing meeting minutes. Especially for ones I didn’t attend How many more / how much longer until I’ve paid my dues?

Any Freemasons lurking around here!? Thinking about making a Bowl for my Traveling Brothers. Maybe to talk about how we view this unique Labor (consulting) in a Masonic context, post some inspirational messages, recommend good books, idk stuff like that...

My AC unit is leaking water and making noises. How do I repair and how much will it cost?

Is it recommended to get two full years of consulting experience before looking for a move elsewhere...for more comp (say to another Big 4, industry, attempt at MBB or FAANG)? Already have 8 yoe in the DoD space outside of consulting. And about 16 months of consulting exp

Some construction work going on in the room next to me at 11pm central time here at the Westin! How many points is this worth?

Serious question: Sheraton cancelled my reservation and I was stranded for a night last night. Called CS and my useless ambassador and they cant help and “sorry”. How do I escalate this?

is it a good time to visit Puerto Rico now? has anyone been there recently?

Can't I just be a housewife? 🤔

How do you keep your docs organized on your PC? By client, industry, technology, function, source, or what? I feel like searching for content can be a mini-project of its own sometimes!

Where is the excel with the best Hilton discount corporate codes

Going to Maui for 6 days with my lovely sibling. Both like hiking, beach, culture, food and exploring unique area...Any suggestions?

Shall I disclose reason for leaving a firm during my initial call with a recruiter from said firm, if I was laid off? Are they privy to that information. Ironically being recruited by that same firm

Hey anyone willing to swing a referral for roles in change management consulting or healthcare consulting

Anyone hiring / know anyone hiring for virtual interns? Have 3 months to spare before joining consulting and want to do something productive

Are there any good movies or novels that show skill development - like follow through? Self-management? Money management? I read a lot of self help books so I know a lot of the theory, and books peppered with examples help, but I feel like most 1 paragraph examples don’t five justice to how hard it may be to change a behavior.