I am now serving my 19th year in the Corps. For the past few months my back pain got worse so I was placed in limited duty. Is it worth serving one more year and retire after 20 years in service, or should I request for medical retirement on my next board evaluation?

Are there any pharmacists here who transitioned out of retail?

Is there anyone here who is a UX strategist? I’m looking to make a change from the healthcare industry to UX and I think strategy or research is where I’d like to land but would love to talk to someone currently in this field!

I’m getting back into the design game after taking a break. I left a very toxic work environment that deeply effected my mental and physical health and took a very different job to have a change of pace and do something different. But I miss doing graphic design and creative work. Any advice with getting back into the field after being out of the game for 6 months?

Any paralegals ever switch to a legal tech company? How did you like it?

Just got a job offer with CVS. To say the least I’m super excited to work for an Fortune 5 company. However, the job offer 1k less than my current company, but I thought this will be boost my growth and experience. Was my choices a smart move? Has anyone took a job that the pay was less than your current company ? Also, any insight with CVS and how I can advance my career there will be greatly appreciate.

I found out that I’m pregnant rather unexpectedly. Still early, but I’m only 27 (married) and am wondering how this is going to affect career trajectory. We were going to have kids, just not for a bit

Hi folks, I am looking for help with a career pivot. I am currently a startup founder looking to get into an early-stage high-growth tech startup in London and would love to guidance on where to start.

My current startup, although we have seen some success has not found the momentum required. I would love to take all of the energy and skills I have acquired to help grow another interesting high-growth startup, ideally under 10 people that would give me skin in the game. Where to start?

Hello Fishes,
What kind of role does a Deputy Manager in the risk consulting service line perform. I am currently a senior consultant at EY India is it a similar kind of role?

Does PHR certification help in India, as this is globally recognised how much valuable is this currently in indian job market.

Do we got some good offers or its another certificate just to add to CV after so much of investment & time I don't want to get this wasted !!

Need suggestions ??

Has anyone made the jump from one HR specialty to another? I’m trying to figure out if I’m better off trying to get experience in the new specialty internally, or if I just find a new role elsewhere. Thanks!

I am in a tech IC position. One of friends switched to FAANG by converting the profile to consultant profile. The friend who might have less tech knowledge than me is now in FAANG and earning more. If the end goal would be that the friend might one day be a product manager and me an engineering manager taking instructions from the same friend, isn't consultant profile an easier path to growth. I had been practising DSA for years and the competition is only ever growing.

What are potential exit opportunities in commercial banking? Are the skills transferable to other roles in finance?

Has anyone made the transition from sustainability consulting to working in industry? Curious to hear how it went and what role you are. It seems like most corporate sustainability positions are at director or VP level and I’m wondering if that’ll change soon to bring in manager level or below

Is 36 too late to join IB as an associate? Alternatively, can stay in my industry (not banking) as manager.

How to go from Advisory to IFS? Should I do a tour of duty? Particularly interested in HR

Looking to leave a govt job for a junior attorney role in a small workers comp defense firm. I have no experience in workers comp. How easy is it to learn the work and make 1850 billable hours? What future opportunities does this experience give?

Current:
15 LPA for 11 years experience
Brand & Marketing Role - Edutech industry

How do I scale up? And where do I need to be? How do I make it happen without switching jobs?

Browns or Jets defense? I can’t decide 🤔

I am quitting my job and start a startup in Jan. Already have an offer from accelerators not sure if I take it yet. Any advice?

Hi Fishes,

I am an ITGC, SOX auditor working with EY.
Total yoe: 3.8. MBA from tier 2 college
CAN ANYONE PLEASE REFER ME IN PWC FOR THE SAME ROLE
Any leads would be appreciated
Thanks all!

Do you think Paytm has a reputation internationally? If I plan to pursue masters. Will my experience at Paytm help me?

4/4 Thread (General):

How much do people make on average in VC after 2-3 years out of undergrad in MBB/IB?

I am ready to transition my Salesmen to a base salary with commission to incentivize new hires & reward my long term guys. My industry is aftermarket auto parts. I am leaning towards a 2% commission but am flexible and just need help in figuring out salaries.

How do RSUs/equity work? I received an offer that includes $20k equity. I'm not sure if this is good, or low, as I don't really know how the payout is calculated or given. Can anyone advise?

Hi fishes ,

I've been selected as a etl tester in thermo fisher scientific company,, any one from thermo fisher scientific?any tips ?

How much variable does EY India generally pay, if 20% variable is mentioned by them while giving offer letter.

Anyone who joined EY recently and received the welcome kit?

SAP program management background, certified in MM module but it’s been years. Is it worth to stay in SAP or I should just pursue PGM position in industry, SAP or not?

Is tin factory area safe to stay ? My office is in BWTC

How much sleep are you guys getting during the week and what are some morning / night routines that have helped you be more rested?

All - what do you guys tip on a haircut? I have two places I go to one charges 25 and just an average cut. While the other is $50 but they wash hairs and all.

Des infos sur eight advisory ? :)

Hi Fishers,

I got the offer from Gartner and State street for data engineering. Please tell me which one is good in terms of wlb, annual hike, and work.
yoe - 7 years
Gartner - 24 fixed + 2.4 variable
State street - 27.5 fixed.

What makes a good soldier in your opinion?

I feel like this was my destiny, like being part of the military was written for me. Does anyone else feel the same?

Can one become financially stable after being discharged from the military?

As a Black woman in the military, how did you learn to deal with the policing of your hair?

If I have double British and American citizenship, should I join the US or British army?

If you had to choose between the army and the navy, which one would you choose and why?

Why aren't there any vegan options in the military besides a salad? I wish there was a way to improve this. I find myself having to settle on vegetarianism when serving.

Do you guys think that our country is being heavily militarized?

I brought my guitar to Iraq, it wasn't easy, but I managed to convince my commander to let me take it. I will never forget those days when we played our favorite country songs with my buddies.

When (if ever) did you start seeing your drill instructor as a real person who felt compassion for the recruits?

In the heat of combat, there's no second to waste. I've never felt more focused in my life than when I'm holding a rifle, it is like the rest of the world disappears, and it's just me and the instinct to survive.

What's the biggest life lesson joining the military taught you?

Which branch of the military is the best?

My cousin is in great shape physically and I know he could get through that part of basic training/boot camp but don't know if he could handle all the yelling because of past trauma he's been through. Thoughts / advice?

If you were to choose a career different from the military, which one would you choose?

What is the most realistically portrayed military story in a movie you’ve seen?

I feel like I haven't seen the results of our efforts. The Middle East is still a mess. There's a war in Europe we won't take part in. Does anyone else feel this way?

I don't know if it was only me, but I felt I couldn't truly trust any of my mates on deployment. Am I the only one?

If given the choice, would you join the miltary again?

Ever since the Ukrainian invasion, I can't sleep well. Anyone else feeling this way?