I am currently working as a Primary Research Analyst for 5 months and I find the work monotonous as we have to recruit the healthcare professionals daily. I want to learn something new daily. Could anyone let me know what kind of tools should I start learning which will help me to take my career forward ?

Hi Fishes,

I just received an offer from CTS -16.45LPA
16 - Fixed & 45k variable component with 1Lakh joining bonus. I'm having 5.8 YOE working as Senior ACon with current CTC - 11lpa
I have cleared 2nd round(managerial) with TCS direct project recruitment and waiting for salary negotiation. I'm confused whether to join TCS now itself (which might be too soon to settle down) or go for CTS for next 2 years. Please suggest me. My priorities are Steady growth, Work life balance, Job security.

Hi all,

Can any one let me know What is the difference between designation Associate I and Associate II in JPMC ?

Which one is better and why?

Hi Sharks,

I am a product owner and want to learn all aspects of product management and to transition as a product manager in leading Tech firms. I had completed my engineering and mba but never worked as a software engineer. I started my career in sales and am now working as a PO. So I lack technical knowledge as well. Can some experienced product manager guide me and PPL like me here on this fish bowl a step by step plan to achieve this goal. What courses we can join, what books to read

I have a career question. Is it possible to switch careers from copywriting to sales?

What does it mean if there’s a NEP at the firm who’s been there for a long time (20+ years), but never got promoted to EP? Never held leadership roles too. Does it usually mean EPs does not like the NEP enough to get promoted?

The NEP has a book of business, though no idea how much it brings in.

Advice when looking for Tech Consulting internships in Chicago or DC Metro? My GPA (3.04) has disqualified me from most major companies. I've opted to focus my efforts into my student organizations and helping others reach their goals, in doing this I compromised for a B average. Are there any firms that will accept recommendation letters with the application? The networking route is also something I am exploring, but haven't had much success thus far. Any help is welcome! Have a great day!

Infosys or CGI? Both are offering 2*YOE only.. Which would be good for 10+ Years experienced?

To those involved with business development and sales, how has your network helped you in achieving sales targets? And in this case network means your black people network.

Can anyone offer insight into the annualized equivalent compensation of contract consulting gigs in B4 vs the equivalent FT positions?

Looking at post-MBA level finance advisory role if that helps.

I have a FT role currently that I would be skeptical about leaving for contract work, but I know that contract work tends to pay a little more so just wanted to see if it's enough to consider.

Anyone made a switch to health tech companies? Do you like it?

Do PE funds have in house tech DD teams? Currently on a tech dd team that’s aligned to PE transactions and trying to figure out what exit opportunities there are. Thanks for your insights!

I am planning on leaving teaching after 6 years in the classroom. I am not really sure where to start or what teachings skills translate to certain jobs. Any advice on where to start?

Will an MBA set me apart? I have a BS in Marketing from top 15 undergraduate business program with a 3.8 gpa, 2 years work experience (3 by the time I’d enroll), and scored in the 63rd percentile on the gmat. This qualifies me for an average business school (ranked below ~50). My goal is to move into a management position within the next 5 years and eventually move into a director or c-suite role. At your companies, do most upper-level marketing employees have an MBA? Is it from a top school?

Graduating with my finance degree in about a year. I took a part-time healthcare position fill my employment gap but most of my previous experience is in manufacturing logistics and customer service. With my background, how do I break into a finance or accounting role? What positions do I apply for? I would like to make at least 45-50k a year min starting if possible.

Is it worth pursuing a management position coming from being an engineer? What is your opinion on trying to go this route?

Thinking about switching from a big 4 to a mid-sized firm. For those that have done it, was the culture change significant/what was your experience like?

Why too many people leaving FIS ?

I'm so done with public accounting!! Why is it taking so long to find another job!

I just got a new job, but it's not what I expected. I was expecting a career opportunity and a chance to learn and grow in my field, but instead I'm stuck doing the same thing as before, just from home.

What to read or watch before first flight lesson to maximize what I get from it? Got one as a gift. 1hr desk, 1hr cesna

It’s been so quiet in here... anyone was able to fly recently?

Any advice for a new hire coming into EY as a senior tech consultant?

Is it possible to get a job offer at a company that you reneged on a few years prior?

Starting IVF in a month - any guidance in prep for it, things that may help increase success for egg retrieval or anything like that? I started taking supplements advised by my doctor, but curious to hear of anything else! Thank you SO much!

For GCM 4, would there be permanent wfh or a hybrid model? If hybrid how many days in a month?
Could anyone please help me regarding the same.

What’s the scoop on Eide Bailly? Decent firm?

Need a new suitcase... Away bags worth it?

Recommendations for books and podcasts on business, strategy, management, etc. that have helped your career?

Any wizards fans out there? Love to see this team gel so well this past month

2 in 1 laptop needed for MBA? Helpful at all?

F 39 I’m officially on search for a husband (shamelessly). What do you guys like in a lady, what kind of look grabs your attention? What do I need to wear?? My male friends tell me I need more revealing clothes! 😂

Which one is better- Zscaler or Mcafee?
(profile - Security researcher)
Zscaler- offering 15.5 CTC (location-
Mohali)
Mcafee- Cleared all the rounds & Hr
round is on Monday ….might get an offer
from them as well. (location- Bangalore).
Current - 8.5 lpa (2yrs YOE)

Has anyone on here been hired straight out of a coding boot camp and into a software engineering role?

Feel like language is a huge barrier to me. I am so frustrated I can’t express my thoughts and happy hour is just unpaid torture

Wooo hooo in the first day 80 members. Please keep sharing with others who work out and show support for achievements outside of work! 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

Why would a luxury watch brand make/sell connected or smart watches? What is the business reason for it? To me it just kills the brand value. For instance I was a big fan of Montblanc but after I see their smart watch line up I instantly devalued the brand in general. Same for Tag (tag is questionable anyways), or Breitling. What is your opinion on this topic?

Hi All,

Need some career advice.

I have a year of experience in a clinical ops role where learning is quite stagnant. I’m eagerly looking to transition to good challenging opportunities in life science consulting/analytics and allied domains. Which organisations/startups/roles should one apply to being a non-technical applicant with a masters in biotechnology?

It would be really helpful to get your guidance on further course of action.

TIA!

I am looking for a switch in the pharma consultancy space. Work experience in pharma forecasting, commercial analytics, competitive intelligence (5 years). Currently working as a team lead with a team of 10 people. Any leads appreciated thanks.

R&D Vs Consultancy

Where to go?

R&D has no money! But satisfaction
Consultancy has money but I feel stressed out there.

What to do?

I have an opening in my team in Novartis India ... It's an Associate Director level role of solution designer in businesss. It's an analytical profile. Please let me know if intrested.

What is the procedure to follow to prevent ourselves from getting blacklisted after rejecting an offer letter?

Hi Fishes, this is my first post. I have about 3.5 YOE in Pharma competitive intelligence. What is the average pay for my level of experience? Also which are good companies to work in Bangalore for CI/consulting in Pharma space?
Thanks!

Hi fishes, I am currently highly underpaid and already received an offer of 15 lpa but was looking for 20+ from Capgemini life sciences consulting. But they are saying they cannot give 100% hike as current market standards are 30%. Is it possible to get around my expectations 20-25 lpa as I have overall 7.5 yoe in pharma consulting. Can anybody help me with some referrals as it's Little urgent since I am already serving NP.
Thanks alot in advance!

Anybody interested in opportunities at ZS? DM me for referrals.

What are the skills required to sustain in Pharma/ Healthcare Analytics in the long term?

Hi all, Any openings in pharma/ life sciences consulting/product based company? B.Pharm grad + MBA (new IIM) with 2.5 years of prior work ex in pharma R&D (Drug safety/pharmacovigilance). Working as an SAP consultant in Deloitte since Aug-2020.

Hi Folks,

Want to get a better picture of pharma consulting in India and how do consulting firms approach clients and what are the kind of projects that we usually get

Happy to chat in DMs

Thanks for the help!

Hi fishes,
Any idea what is the salary range for Regjlatory affairs strategist-R&D with 4 years experience for P&G Mumbai location

SALARY CHECK - what is the base salary for SIP consultant at ZS London office?

Hey everyone, can you recommend which company to choose Axtria or AstraZeneca for data science role. YOE - 4 years, both of the companies are offering the same compensation.

Hey fishes, Need referral in pharma compaines, so looking forward for the same

Yoe-1year 8 months in pharma domain

How’s the axtria compensation? The HR reached out saying we can’t pay more than 30% in hike but I wouldn’t agree on that. Just wanted to know if they’ll repent after interviews or is it a hard and fast rule?

Hi fishes,

Looking for an opening for SFE consultant/AC/any other relevant position. 3.5 years of workex at ZS and Novartis. Working as a senior analyst at Novartis currently. Lmk if anyone has an opening in their firm. Open to pan India relocation so that's not an issue.

Thanks in advance fishes!