How to tell your seniors that you need a month or 2 long break for cat prep ?

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

Verbally first. On email soon after.
Bol do exam prep ke liye chaiye. If you have enough leaves and are informing well in advance, i don't see why it would be an issue

Yes you dont. You don't have enough leaves too.

Related Posts

How do you deal with clients who act like they know more than you even though they don't?

like

Junior keeps sending me their work, but partner never asked me to review it. I am a mere one class year ahead of them. I’m not going to cover for their work product either. In spirit of transparency, How can I politely tell them they don’t need to keep doing this nonsense?

like

Poll: What dress code do you follow at your home office?

Very new to EY so sorry if it’s a dumb question but why is it suggested that you should never work directly with your counselor (as your acting engagement manager)?

like

Having one of the worst weeks of my life but my bosses would flip if I used a personal day. Meanwhile in the office I’m getting bitchy emails and attitude per usual. How does one deal / stay sane?

like

Ladies, what heels / brands do you recommend for work? Looking for shoes I can walk around in (mostly) comfortably

like

How did you give notice you were lateraling to people you like? Particularly if you haven't been there that long?

I'm lateraling to another firm because frankly I think the management of this one is terrible, but the people (and individual partners) I actually work with are awesome. I've only been here for about 18 months, so I imagine that short time frame will make it extra awkward 😬

like

Already spoke with a partner who wanted something done this morning for him to review and then we discuss again. Sent it to him about 4 hours ago. Should take him half an hour to review max. At what point can I check in with him to see when we can catch up so I’m not waiting in the office all day?

like

I’m still trying to process seeing an agency exec well known for dismissing and ignoring POC held up as an exemplary diversity champion for women at the 3% Conference.

likesmart

off-topic:
in office have you seen any girl wear nosepin?

like

Director of Marketing wants me to write some conversation snippets for a chatbot, but I think those things drive potential clients away. Trying to figure out if I should tell him or not

like

The mid-level associate who directly supervises me isn’t being responsive. I am worried about missing a deadline. Should I keep pinging him? Figure it out on my own? Reach out to someone above him?

like

Every partner that I work with

Post Photo
likefunnyhelpful

I wish I could tell my lead how much i like him.

PS: He's engaged.

like

Sales folks - how do you introduce yourself on client technical and functional calls ?

like

Anyone else struggle with lots of team events/dinners during the week? I love my team but need me time at night to be my best self. 1 night out is my max. Thoughts on explaining it to team?

like

My direct report is fresh out of college. Tons of talent but is showing to be pretty cocky. They are overconfident about their place in the ecosystem of the office, ask inappropriate questions, CONTD

Could I pull off asking my manager from J1 for approval of freelancing on the side? It’s quite common anyway for designers I think. And then my j2 can be “freelance” even though it’s full time?

like

Partners / Managing Directors: in your junior years, how did you manage not wanting to work with a Senior Mgr who consistently tries to pull you into work he is doing? (He lies, tries to make you think that he is doing you favors, etc.) Does your answer now change as a Partner / MD?

like

Does anyone have a go-to "odd" or unconventional question you like to ask candidates to keep them on their toes or see how they react when put on the spot?

likesmart

More Posts

What are good margins for PI associate attorneys; i.e., what should they make for the firm compared to what the firm would/ should pay them?

like

New to LA... what’s the best places to meet people? I live in downtown

What are the chances this was a #PLSFIX ?

Post Photo
likefunnyuplifting

When amd how to submit Medical report aa virtual joining is there. Medical certificate is one of mandatory document from TCS at the timw of joining

like

Hi fishies! Considering an internal big 4 move from Western Europe to Dubai. Not sure about WLB and whether there’ll be enough growth and learning opportunities after reading some of the threads here. Anyone up for sharing their experience? Especially concerned about sexism / racism as a WOC…and whether moving back to Europe in a few years will be difficult because the ME experience won’t be considered valuable.

like

Can anyone help with a rough comp guideline for BlackRock UK iSW relationship manager in London? Thank you

like

How do you protect your shoes from rain or snow?

There’s a debit card that I’ve been using for the past 4 years and it beats out some of the cash back credit cards. It’s the Cash app debit card. I haven’t heard people talk about it in the card community and it could save people a bit of money - 10% cash back. I posted about it on my Instagram HerMillennialMoney if you want to learn my tips and tricks with the care.

like

Anyone have experience on a credit strategy fund especially a credit hedge fund? Do they recruit non bankers? I saw an interesting opp but I have very little relevant background with debt (consulting background)

like

Hi fishes,
It's it possible to move from EY India to EY GDS?
What are your thoughts?

like

I’m a 40-year-old agent and it feels like it’s now or never for following my passion. Does a newbie to film at my age have any chance of breaking into the industry?

like

Need one spacious and semi furnished or furnished 2 bhk flat in BEML layout, Brookfield. Please suggest if there is any information.

like

Hello, I am looking for referrals at EY. Thank you and much appreciated

I’ve been verbally offered a position at a new company, but the recruiter insists on getting a verbal acceptance before sending the offer in writing. This person insists on negotiating salary before sending the paperwork. Generic benefits, RSUs, bonus info have been provided; it’s all unofficial.

This is absurd. Am I missing some “new way” of doing things? Your take?

likehelpful

Are there any good apps to help a newbie get into weight training?

likehelpful

Im getting screen for a NFL business Analyst with Amazon . What will that assessment look like? What should I expect? And how did you guys and gals prepare for the WORK SIMULATION and A WORK STYLE portions of the assessment? Please help!

like

Anyone here broken into real estate private equity from big 4 consulting? What steps did you take to jump into RE PE? What gaps in knowledge did you have and how did you fill them? Outside of the knowledge gaps what other things do you think you needed in order to get into RE PE?

like

I want to attend grad school (public policy) starting Aug 2020. When would be the best time to tell my team? Once I’m accepted? Don’t want to give my 2 weeks to say I’ve known for 5 months

At which user behaviours should we pop up an exit intent overlay on cart?

Additional Posts in ZS New Delhi

How can we avail ME time in zs??... please guide with the process and rules guys, would be great help.

like

Does anyone recieve there salary for hdfc bank today??

like

Hi Fishes

I am looking for people who like to go on trips/trekking. Anyone who is a wanderer like me, can connect. Lets build a community!

like

Anybody interested for Zomaland JLN stadium
(17 - 18 Dec)
23 M

Do let me know

like

Do we have any ZS Music club, where like minded people can meet/discuss/practice/jam music?

like

Does ZS(Delhi office) provides cab facility to Vaishali/Indirapuram/vasundhara?

Please bring back the Tea machine that was there in cafeteria.

like

If anyone needs a flat for rent in gurgaon, I have a 2bhk+study flat, 30-40 minutes drive from ZS office.
Monthly Rent 8.5k + 2k(maintenance)
Newly constructed high rise apartments in sec 92 gurgaon
ZS cab facility also available there for pick up and drop
DM for more details

like

Hi ,
As this is my first month and hopefully I am going to get my first salary in ZS...
Please let me know as when can we expect to see/get out payslip and when will the amount get credited??

like

How long does it usually take to hear after the final interview?

Is there any group of people interested in playing poker on weekend. Obviously not with real money XD.

like

Hi guys,

Do zs provide wfh or it permanent wfo?

like

Hello Everyone, i am working as a contractor with ZS and now i wanted to come to zs office. Will ZS reimburse all my expenses including travel and stay for a month.

Does ZS Associates provide cab service to Okhla, New Delhi area ?
What cou5be the average travel time if one reside there?

Thanks.

ZS ND office has a cricket team? If they do can anyone please provide a POC??

Is there a dance team in ND office?

like

Is there anyone who joined zs recently and facing issue regarding login in virtual desktop or outlook??

Looking for someone who is into drums or cajon.. I play the piano and guitar and also sing.. Maybe we can jam or record some songs.. Please DM.. ZS.. ND office...

like

अरे? दिवाली पार्टी में शराब परोसी जाएगी या नहीं? इस बारे में कोई विचार? 🙊

likefunny

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