I have been laid off three times over a 25 year career and all three times turned out to blessings in disguise.

Watching 60 Minutes about how badly US financially affected from CV including unemployment. We’re blessed to still be employed. Anyone have uncertainty still, even when firm communicates “layoffs last resort”?

I was just laid off from a fintech startup after 4.5 months as their first ever IP attorney. Anyone have any leads on other IP roles. I’m soft IP/marketing focused but also have patent experience.

Resume question I've had three positions over my career one of which lasted 3 months and that I got fired from, the job search took an additional 2 months. Is it worth it to leave the 3 month stint off my resume? It might be easier to explain getting fired then a 5-month gap I was thinking

BCG folks, I hear rumors of layoffs happening given the slow pipeline. Is it true?

Just read a LinkedIn post from someone who was laid off from Twitter. They mentioned how to had just spent the last week completing projects that should have taken several quarters to do. Then they were let go without a thought. Remember, your company is not your family.

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As of now I got into PIP so does it indirectly means that i will be fired.?

I asked for a raise and instead got laid off. Told that after looking into finances not only can they not afford a raise they cannot afford me. But I know for a fact they are replacing me with an Agency that say they can run our Social Media for 500pcm. Is this normal practice these days?

PwC 🐠: Be careful trying to switch competencies. A colleague of mine tried to move and got laid off in the process. Make sure you have the Partners approval first. (On the receiving end)

How common are layoffs in IB compared to consulting?

Digital strategist with tons of experience soup-to-nuts. At this for more years than I care to think. Any tips on finding opportunities client side? It’s only a matter of time before layoffs start

LA: after months of layoffs and salary reductions, we are back! Looking to hire a rockstar LA-based Project Manager at our small independent agency. Projects vary from photoshoots to retail to branding/strategy. Looking for mid to senior level. Diverse candidates encouraged to apply! PM me for details.

I’m a first year associate and perpetually concerned I’m going to get fired bc I feel like my work product isn’t at the level it should be. Does anyone have an idea of how easy/ hard it is to get fired?

For all fired this year, do you put on your background check (for a job offer) that you were discharged? Heard EY doesnt share if you were fired or resigned, so am wondering what others are putting...

Quiet firings are happening through out the industry right now. Agencies have become better about hiding the layoffs and firings. Not a good thing…

Just got laid off. What are the top skills I should plan to learn on the side while recruiting? Senior Associate looking for strategy and ops roles, no industry preference

I recently got laid off and it’s been so hard to find a recruiting/sourcing role that’s not a staffing agency. Anyone know who’s hiring or any slack channels that might be helpful?

Hi all,

Seeing some posts on layoffs in barclays. Is it true and which category of Employees will fall in that list.

More layoffs last week at Leo B. Seems they went after more Seniors & $alaries. Thank you France.

Hi team, thanks for joining lets grow together.

Is it worthwhile to get an MBA as a tech-leaning consultant (data scientist)?

Guys keep posting hikes ..but be truthful about it.

What are everyone’s thoughts on Freddie Mac? It’s been a really tough year to be in consulting

How much FIS can offer for senior software Engineer/ senior implementation conversation analayst.?

I have 3.5 years of experience and 3 months notice period.

Current package - 9 LPA
How much can I ask for ?

If Joe can’t even do an unscripted interview or event, how can we expect him to run the country? Guess what, the world doesn’t follow a neatly orchestrated script, and bringing a teleprompter into meetings is generally frowned upon.

About 2,300 National Guard members will remain in Washington as deployment is extended through most of May

What basic equipment should all science lab rooms have? We are trying to reorganize after years of things just being put places.

Today's high point in my chemistry class: I am teaching Atomic theory and structure. I have my students look at their periodic table and I walk through the information listed for each element. At this point I talk about a lot of big ideas that are related as an prelude to where we are headed. One student told me that she took chemistry last year, and in 10 minute I was able to connect all of the pieces that never made any sense to her. Her 'aha's moment was like candy to me.

What is the one thing you would change about your firm if you could?

For those traveling with Type One Diabetes - I highly recommend getting on the pump. I am on a medtronic 670g and it has saved me.

I am looking for new opportunity in security department. Requesting you guys to help me somehow.

Can anyone please share the interview process for Epam ? What questions are asked? What topics to cover?

Did EY get rid of bravo awards?

We have a big deadline on Monday morning. The new hire said he won't be available during the weekend due to some personal/family commitments. Any thoughts? How should I manage this situation?

Hi fishes, andaru ye ye areas lo untaro chepte nearby vallu weekends lo meet up plan cheskovachu.

I'll go first.

Hyderabad -KPHB

Question from a newbie consultant - What are some good online courses/ books to improve consulting skills?

Anyone can share when did you start asking for projects if you haven't started the orientation/training yet? Time to spill the beanz

Notice there are so many people with debate experience in consulting. Kinda impressed. Any highly recommended books related to debate or communication in general?

Are all professionals clueless of what they are doing? Or is it just a consultant issue?

My RL didn’t have a formal mid year pre CRT review with me. He just pinged me and said: I’ll represent you. Utilization = 75% and average snapshots. Am I at risk?

Everyone talks about FAANG and often times it seems like they mean “Google” or maybe fb/amazon. I never hear about Apple. What are consultant exits like there? Anyone know someone who made the jump?

Do other firms factor in advanced degrees into compensation?
At PwC only top MBAs get a higher comp bucket. I have a MS which is ranked top 2 for my specialty. But since it’s not and MBA my comp is same as any UG degree.

Laid off, any tips on how to gain experience/sharpen resume while job searching? I was in a project management support analyst role/ Venture capital sales role. I’m thinking of getting certifications to increase marketability

What salary range would you describe as middle class.

LCOL I considered my family middle class when my dad made 50k in the 90s. Life seemed alright.

25 years later my dad and I both are at around 170, but I still consider us middle class like we were in the 90s, but now it feels like more of a struggle

This week MLB is BACK! ⚾️

Anyone else feel that Trevor guy from Lincoln lawyer series resemble Jack dorsey?

I am looking to buy canvas art, especially 5 panel ones.. anyone know of budget friendly sites to score such pieces?

Someone reached out to me on LinkedIn about becoming an author on the side. Has anyone heard about such a thing?!? The person said she’s worked with 800 consultants writing their books and marketing it for them.

Almost 4YOE at Big 4 TAS. Seen high turnovers this year. Thoughts on the following options: FPA vs. CorpDev vs. MM IB vs. MBA to BB/EB or MBB?

How do you create a setup where you’re not “looking away” from the camera on calls when you use your second monitor primarily for everything?

I’ve gotten feedback saying it looks like I’m not paying attention when conversing on zoom.

Does anyone have experience being employed in Taiwan as a consultant?

How was your experience workwise? How was the pay? Do you speak Mandarin? Do you get discriminated as a foreigner for promotion etc?

Can I request to be removed from my project ASAP? Working long hours, lost 5 lbs in the last month, cannot get this project out of my mind. Big 4

Layoffs - I heard a lot of layoffs at Huron and Studer of Directors and above. Time to jump ship ?

What are the best consulting companies in the US focused on Sustainability, either Strategy or Ops?