Hi Female Bosses! 😍 I’ll be hosting a series of talks here on FishBowl about successful career pivots

The first one is about talent. If you’ve been considering a pivot to a new career or going from 9-5 into a business for yourself, join me!

And if you have any burning CAREER PIVOT Qs, drop me a DM. ❤️

Hello! I’ve been in Compliance now Dow approx 6 years and want to make myself marketable. Besides a JD what other masters can I obtain?

Does anyone have leads for a recent MPH Epidemiology grad with 0-2 YOE to get into consultant roles in Healthcare/life sciences?

Second question: what sort of work experiences are companies like flatiron and komodo health looking for to work in RWE/heor? I'm not sure how to leverage Epidemiology to get into that space :(

Posted in another bowl but looking for more inputs...how long should I work in Big Law before exiting? Currently at a V10 firm, NYC office

If you were just starting out your legal career (as in Jan. 2023), which area of the law would you specialize in? And, why?

Hey all - has anyone ever had any success leaving the Cybersecurity field? If so, what advice do you have?

While I believe a career in cyber is very rewarding and impactful, it’s not the right fit for me, have struggled to find wlb and passion for the field, and am looking to pivot into more of a business analyst role.

Does anyone practice White Collar criminal defense in NYC or know a decent amount about it? Is it fun or fulfilling? Is it a good way to break into government work in the future?

What does a manager in big4/protiviti internal audit consulting do? I’m an experienced bank senior auditor and looking to make the switch to IA advisory. Do managers work on outsourced/co-source IA engagements and are they still preparing work papers?

Any tips for moving up in a medium/large-sized legal department, aside from switching companies? I work in a collegial environment with plenty of opportunities to create more value, but the management level is fairly crowded and it seems the clearest path to get one of those roles is to be hired into it. What has been your experience? Thanks!

So, I've tried a few different positions and still hate practicing law BUT I was approached about a contract role that won't have billable hour requirements and I won't be steeped (I think) into the law firm's toxicity, so I'm wondering if it could be the closest thing to a 9 to 5 for law. Pay is hourly which seems weird, but I would have time to devote to hobbies and life generally. Has anyone been tempted by or accepted these contract opportunities, and what's your hot take?

At what point does the value of a degree fall off? I'm in my early 30s, and have five years of experience, and work on a very theoretically interesting project. I believe I'm on track to promotion in the next year. So, I could put in a year of full time school to check the box off, but I'd be sacrificing hobbies and social life (not to mention cost). Is this FOMO or is there real opportunity here?

Hi everyone, current job has obnoxiously long notice period and they won’t let me leave for health reasons. Wondering what my options are if there are any? I never signed a contract for my second year in and definitely did not have an opportunity to renegotiate my terms for my second year at the job. Right now I’m overworked and really want to step away but my job is not letting me do so. Would love some advice if i should involve lawyers vs continue talk to my bosses (who have not been helpful)

I’ve been at a job for a few months and hate it - partners set unrealistic deadlines, micromanage, and create work that truly is not necessary/push urgency when there is no real urgency. I had other offers prior to accepting this job that may still be options, and going back to my old job (for a pay cut) might also be an option. I can’t tell if this is just burnout, growing pains, or just an untenable work environment. Would you ride it out for a year at new job or pursue other options? HELP!

GS 2023 New Analyst Program. Is this a good program to apply for someone looking to start as an analyst? How easy is to get into this program or even GS overall? I have 1-2 years of experience and some Finra licenses if that can help me somehow. Looking for some opinions about the program. Thanks

For those who moved from a client serving role to an internal role in public accounting while at a fairly high level (experienced manager or senior manager), did you take a pay cut or does your pay stay flat when you transition with minimal increases in subsequent years? Also what role are you in now? I really like EY and the company. I’d like to look at moving to an internal role but I’m worried I’ve priced myself out (currently at around 140k comp in LCOL).

Hi Fishes,

I have an aspiration to be an Architect in future. So is there any certification available for the same role?? Also if anyone can refer any online course or YouTube channel which I can follow, it will be of great help. Thank you in advance.

PE has taken some heat recently as an industry. My initial plan was to get my foot in the door within the next couple of years, but I'm not sure if this is the smartest idea. Thoughts?

Canadian Opinions?

13 yr outside Sales Experience in the B2B space, multiple roles/companies. Current quota is $15MCAD, I usually do not bad in quota but lately has shifted to rewarding medicorciy and "pooling" some numbers countrywide which i really dont like.
Current comp is $85k Base and $115 OTE with a ceiling of $150k CAD/$120k US. Feel it's too little for my experience and they are taking perks away by the day.
Thinking of moving to I tech sales? Anyone else do it? What's comp look like?

Thinking about getting a fitness tracker, like a Fitbit, anyone have any recommendations? Want to spend under $100, but willing to spend a bit more if it’s really worth it.

Any suggestions for healthy self help books? Or healthy eating or understand why we get cravings? Looking for self help books alone those lines to help get my eating right

Thoughts on DDB Chicago, more specifically the Army account?

Any Adobe attorneys willing to chat about and/or refer for Privacy Counsel position?

Is it really that difficult to get hired for a federal job? I was interviewed for a GS12 job but never heard back, they still didn’t hire anyone and I didn’t get a rejection. I applied for another GS07 job, was accepted, I took it, but I believe I can do better. I have a master’s and have extra graduate research experience. I am still applying to new jobs but I was told it is impossible to move up the grade level now. Everyone is telling me to stick with the government. What are your thoughts?

Sorry if I’m posting this in the wrong bowl: has anyone had any experiences with vistana vacation network which is Westin’s vacation program? We are signing on the dotted line and I’m anxious

Does Atos give access to udemy business account to its employees ?

My wife surprised me last night for my 30th bday (which was last week) with a get together with my closest friends I have known since middle school. Most of them live out of state with kids and somehow it all worked out. Feeling really loved.

M 🐠 here. I work in finance and my job is so technical and intense I'm attracted to women who are airheady and ditsy

Not sure if this is a good thing

What are some ways that you’ve created urgency or rebuilt momentum in a deal cycle where it was otherwise lost? (E.g. customer ghosting you)

Any advice on getting into product management? I have 3+ YOE working as an IT service manager and I’ve seen so many companies stating they want people from “diverse backgrounds” but then soon change their minds when they find out in an interview that you don’t have very specific product management experience

Best website service / hosting for portfolio sites? I’m leaning Adobe, but interested to hear what else is good

The lack of honesty in this industry saddens me. Dear CDs and ECDs, if you're gonna put work in your book that you barely touched/had nothing to do with, at least credit those who came up with it.

Hi Optum fishes. When does Optum send laptop if joining date is on 25th Jul? Also, how is joining process for 6yoe folks in Optum,

Which of these roles best prepares one to run an e-commerce brand? Product manager, brand manager, product marketing manager, growth marketing

My Team is looking for a few Sales Representatives with Medicaid, Commercial, or TPA business experience. I major plus if you have a network of Broker/Consultants within the PBM space. Let me know if you or anyone you know is interested in a direct referral!

Me as associate: can't wait to be senior and give most work to staff! Me as senior, with no staff: can't wait to be manager and give most work to seniors! Me as manager: READY FOR DISAPPOINTMENT