How do you explain to your parents and relatives what you do for a living? Do they get it lol?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

I purposely make it complicated and confusing so they stop asking questions and move onto more interesting topics like why I'm not married and why won't I eat the fifth serving of food they are putting on my plate.

like

I compare my job to that of a lawyer. Instead of providing legal advice, I provide business advice on a contractual basis.

like

I improve <insert business function> for <insert industry>. My company is featured on Phil Mickelson's hat.

like

I told my mother once, "It isn't so much what I do as it is what I'm doing today / on this project which is..."

like

What's up with parents always trying to overfeed us lol. Every time I visit the first question I get asked is "do you want a sandwich"? Lol

like

I have a cousin who worked for Deloitte in assurance for a few years so they always think I'm an accountant now matter how many times I explain. The other side of my family always questions the legitimacy of the profession (until they found out the salary) since we aren't really specialists so I've just given up trying to explain.

like

Ha! My husband introduced me to his friend as a proposal writer. I'm a Change Management and Comms SME. And we've been married for 12 years. SMH.

like

This is gold lol. People I meet generally think I'm being shady. I kinda run with it now.

"I help clients in <insert industry here> solve complex business problems." Usually gets people to stop asking or at least reframes the issue where you can just give an example of a complex business problem.

Related Posts

What are some of the truly impactful, long-term cost curve bending opportunities you have worked on for health systems?

like

Who misses their office ? And if you don’t, how long have you been wfh?

like

Does someone have a good punch list of things to do before giving notice at a firm?

like

What is the average adoption assistance benefit at big law firms?

like

Looking to get involved in non profit work! Any recommendations? Would prefer smaller growing ones as opposed to household names. I am a young professional in tech. TYIA!

like

Yasss to whoever started this bowl!!! Let’s do a meetup next week!

like

Is there any company which is hiring SDE1 with 1yr experience in python backend.
Req job profile: java, spring boot, microservices

like

Everyone I needed final approvals from to get these expert retention agreements signed off has decided to ignore me on literally the day our disclosures are due.

like

Can anyone work at Moss Adam’s refer me? Please PM me.

like

Is ValueLabs a good company to join as per WLB and carrier growth, job security?

like

2017 Lexus IS 200t F Sport for 32k plus taxes...? (33k miles) Yay or Nay?

like

My partner and I are in the process of buying a PHEV that qualifies for the full non-refundable federal tax credit. We will both owe taxes in excess of the current $7,500 cap (will see if that increases with the new budget bill). If we both own the car (i.e. both names on the title), how do we manage filing for the tax credit when filing separately? Do we just pick one of us to file? Is there guidance on splitting the credit across owners? Does it matter what order our names are on the title?

like

Will the market continue with its usual bloody day?

like

ISO a copywriter or technical writer who specializes in writing job descriptions or HR material. If you are that unicorn or know someone who is, could you send them my way?

I have a connection here in Atlanta who is in need of such services. You don't need to be local, FYI.

like

Was anyone else surprised that there were only 10 dragons? The trailers made it seem like there were dozens.

like

Hello fishes.
I recently gave interview with amazon for program management , manager role.
I have an MBA from London and currently working as strategic consultant. CCTC is 35 LPA fixed.
What is the salary range I can expect to ask on the current role. What normally is included in the CTC of Amazon.

Hello guys I will be joining PWC india kolkata location. Can anyone please let me what all welcome gift they send apart from laptop?
I have seen few posts where new joinee from PWC sdc getting lots of useful electronic items as welcome gifts.

Is this same for PWC india guy? 😊

like

Hi all!
Would love some insight on how you went from an HR assistant/coordinator to an HR Generalist. I’ve been in the HR world for 8 years, and only in the last 2-3 have I really done real HR work. The first company I was at didn’t have a solid HR team so I don’t really count that. I feel like I’m ready to take on more responsibility and learn more. And of course make more money.

I have looked into getting SHRM certification. But should I go back to school and get my masters in Hr?

like

What is the midpoint salary of Band 8?

like

LADIES: SWEAT, Fitbod or else for HIIT workouts & committing to a routine?

like

Additional Posts in Consulting

I can only focus with headphones and white noise playing. My attention span is nonexistent

like

I'm a senior audit partner in the Media and Entertainment practice at PWC based out in LA LA land. Thinking about making a move.... Any leads?

like

Wealth of experience working in the Bay Area with pre ipo clients going through funding/ working on pitch books etc.

My hometown has a growing tech scene but little funding. Was thinking of parlaying these experiences and starting a bit of a consulting operations to connect the two

Anyone with insight on how I might go about doing this? Would love to chat!

like

Best consulting firms without the massive ego?

like

Sheraton Atlanta Perimeter North - worth it for a confirmed suite as opposed to the nearby Westin? Usually a westin loyalist.

like

Thoughts on this Strategy& all hands call?

like

Anybody at the Westin Michigan Ave this week? Drinks?

like

Wtf is this lax traffic right now

like

Anyone have good book recommendations that I can learn from and are entertaining? Trying to survive a 10 hour flight this weekend 🆘🆘🆘

like

When your Uber driver forgets to turn the meter on! ✈️💸

like

Trying to improve my technical skills-should I try to learn r or sql?

like

Got hired as a digital strategy consultant. I have over 10 years of industry experience but I’m new to consulting. What courses, workshops or books would you recommend to build a solid toolkit?

like

Any good books recommendation on effective client communication/business writing?

like

Received offers from both BCG and McKinsey. All things given, the compensation and benefits are pretty equal. Suggestions on how I should pick one?

like

Why isn't Pakistan, Saudi Arabia or Egypt on that list?

like

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.

like

Flown a lot this year. Lots in first. 2017 goal: Private...

like

My manager basically gave me an unlimited budget to get whatever certifications I want. My career profile is similar to a Solution Architect- what should I get? I am thinking about Okta (I do some SAML work), Domo, ITIL, Six Sigma, Certified Scrum Product Owner, Six Sigma, anything else? I have AWS Cloud Practitioner already. I am hoping to pivot to Product Management or Data Science.

like

2yrs of post-undergrad experience at D and have offers from two FAANG companies. Worth it to stick it out for a couple more years to open up more offers down the road, or should I get out while I can?

like

Leadership asked me to move to a corporate apartment since the project is long term. Hate the apartment, terribly maintained and no restaurants nearby. There are C/SCs who live there and hate it too..

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal