I have an upcoming intro meeting with some partners - nothing urgent on the agenda but what topics would you recommend to discuss in intro meetings?

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

Them. What’s on their agenda as biggest opportunities and areas you can plug into. You’re talking to living, breathing egos … make it about them but targeted at info you can use.

likefunny

Business plan 🚀

like

Is it a one on one or intro with a bunch of partners together? If 1:1, I recommend some small talk about hobbies, family, sports or my recent favorite - pandemic. Just make sure he/she has fun talking to you and will remember you. Only work related is tell him what you like to work on.

If a bunch of partners together, open up one of the small talk items and let each chime in their bit. But quickly take control and go to a Firm or practice level topic - future business, talent issues, pandemic impacts on business, etc. make sure to tell them all what you like to work on.

Objective is when they need a resource tomorrow, they think of you as the first choice.

like

Thanks everyone !

Related Posts

Best redemption ideas for the $100 bonvoy ambassador elite voucher? Ritz robe?

like

Not a meme but my conversation with a scammer from FishBowl for your entertainment only!

Post Photo
funnylikeuplifting

Does anyone have experience working at Spring Health? I am considering moving into a Director of Strategic Alliances role and have heard concerns around a toxic work environment…

like

Hi All

Can anyone refer me in any MNC, YOE is 8 years, in HR operations, I can join immediately. Please help

like

On Sunday I was at Berghain in Berlin, where I saw and did “things". It’s now Monday, and I’m at work in New York.

likeuplifting

Incoming tc1 with 60k of student debt. Any suggestions on how to handle this? Are there any part time jobs y’all have gotten to pay off your debts?

Can anyone give any insight on what a strategy role is like. I’m currently in sales have been toying around with the idea of going into strategy because it seems a bit more interesting to me but what does a day to day actually look like for someone in strategy ?

like

Does anyone work for a company that is paying for them to get an MS in Data Science or Business Analytics? If so, where?

like

I have been approached by 3 separate HR people at a startup company to interview for a position. I already have a fulltime job that pays well and I only started 6 months ago too. Anyways, the pay was intriguing and the job was a high level scientific advisor so I did interviews. At the last interview, at the end I was told the job was for management but I prepared for a different kind of interview. I am waiting for an offer or rejection letter. I feel peeved that they wasted my time. Red flags?

Anyone heard of Quinstreet?

funny

i want to relocate in Singapore but struggling to find opportunities that sponsor visa, would love to speak further guidance and would be good if someone can referred..!


-Manager of RPA and AI team
- 11 yr of exp in Project Management & Data Analyst
- Uipath & Automation Anywhere
- Excel with vba
-Power BI & SAP BO

Ive got an associate on the team who asks the weirdest, most personal questions in an attempt to bond with everyone. But they just come off uncomfortable…”would you rather….”, “would you do x for x amount of money”…

funnylike

What is the range of salaries for 7B in IBM.

Recent hires or those who have received offers lately, please comment

What we need is a new badge hierarchy for those that report. So we know who all the pro/chief reporters are. Too many ppl be hiding behind and abusing that stuff 😒

likefunny

A past coworker reached out to me about catching up and hearing how things are at my new job. I’ve been swamped and don’t really have the mental bandwidth. He’s also not the best conversationalist so it’s always a little draining when I talk to him. How do I tell him no without being rude and burning bridges? Or should I just suck it up and do it anyways?

like

To All Fishes,
A Small advice from my experience...
Don't join in Startup Small IT Companies where Company don't have Financial Strong...
Suddenly you will get a Call from HR n give notice to u as bcoz of budget issues we are Terminating Some people and you are one of them...

likesmart

Wasserman is currently hiring for a ton of roles. If you see something you are interested in, please let me know. Happy to provide insight.

like

What are some benefits that would entice you to work over 40 hours a week if it wasn’t a requirement?

like

Is there any PR issues incorporating/organizing a law firm in DE? If the principal place of business may be elsewhere? Attroneys are licensed in all states that they will practice in. No attroneys are licensed in DE.

like

Additional Posts in Partner One

For any current partners, was there a time in your career where you felt "no way I have what it takes (e.g., sales skills) to be a partner"? What changed for you over time?

like

Partners how did you deal with politics?. I’m learning how to deal with it. can be very stressful to navigate. And some of you out there are good at it. Appreciate your inputs/ tips/learnings

like

When you tell someone “you will be a partner someday” / “you’re on track to be a partner” or some other derivative, do you mean it? How can we tell it’s sincere? And why would you say that?

like

Any IBM partners out there?

like

Despite solidarity emails, the many vitriolic posts on here shows that our firms still have a long way to go to grapple with systemic bias. How will leadership reconcile this to take concrete action?

like

Partners, why do your recruiters approach us if your firm is unable to go forward with our visa process? Why put in all the time and effort for the entire process to waste? We are humans too!

like

Hey All, I am looking for book recommendations for my dad who just retired as a partner after 33 years at his firm. Any ideas you can provide would be greatly appreciated.

like

Looking for inputs and insights into developing Executive Presence as an immigrant female. Any books, tutorials, live classes etc. that has helped anyone and willing to share? Also looking to hear what in your experience has been the reason that impedes the exec presence someone could potentially bring in a senior leadership setting. How does that differ for a M vs. F candidate?

like

Do Partners ever take responsibility if an engagement goes sideways? I hear the SM is usially thrown under the bus.

like

I’ve yet to find a partner at D to admit an MD is NOT the same thing as partner even power wise. A SM told me it’s like the firm recognizing you are not good enough for partner but too good to let go!

like

Is their any company which gives a lot of job security. In the crazy times of this immigration policy? It’s so important to find a safe place. Any input partners ?

What kind of music do you like? Asking because I've now seen/listened to three different partners' playlists and they all contained both Dave Matthews and Eminem

funnylike

Dear @EY Partners,
Whether non-equity Partnership (NEP) to Equity Partner movement not permitted ? Have been hearing a few news about certain recent updates. Kindly help with your input.

like

For partners at Big4/ ACN/ other T2 firms:
Does your WLB improve after you make partner but stress levels increase since you are responding for revenue and for people. But in terms of delivery it’s the M/SM/D handling the work and the long hours?
Is that an unfair assessment? Is it a false goal to aspire to to become a partner?

like

Has anyone taken leadership coaching as part of their growth plan? Any recommendations?

like

Anyone here who started their consulting careers later in life? Always seeing posts about how young people make it to P... wondering about the other stories. I started as a C at 29 (yes, unfortunately, I fall into the bucket of exp hire hired at a lower level...), made M at 33. Doing well but also feeling like I’m already too old to aim to be a P. Hoping for some perspectives.

like

Can you be married to a partner at another Big 4 if you’re a partner at a big 4 (I.e. If I’m a partner at pwc can I be married to a Deloitte partner)?

like

Hi. Please for the love of god stop saying something “should only take x hours”. It never does! Ever! You guys suck at forecasting work, and for every additional one of you on the thread, add 30% to the runway.

Thanks.

likefunnysmart

Deloitte PMDs, whats the process/steps for SM to MD promotion? Especially in non-client facing roles.

like

Hiya! I was wondering if anyone here has any good recommendations in terms of books or learning material that I can pick up to learn about sales and marketing relevant to the consulting industry?

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

Send download link to your phone

OR

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Messaging rates may apply

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