I really want to exit to tech, preferably as a product manager. What can I do while I am still in consulting to best position myself for those roles going forward?

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Either get some PM roles or projects at tech companies

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PO in consulting is your best bet. Gives you the day to day responsibilities of a PM. Get involved in RFPs to get sales exposure too. Can help with positioning in a way. The marketing/cx research/etc will likely be your biggest gap but its a start. Depending on YE you might have to go the APM route for a year

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Hi Fishes,
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Thanks.

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I’m curious. What would you say is the best industry / sector for…1. WLB, 2. Great people / team, 3. Exit opp’s., and 4. Overall (mix of the above). Goes without saying the obvious “it depends on office, team, project, client, etc.” So this is an ask for general observations.

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Anyone here make a huge career change in their late 20s or 30s? Thinking of making one and wanted to hear your stories.

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Accenture or PwC?

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Just want to cry out here.🙃

I'm not good at my tech stack. I've somehow managed to perform all my tasks without any escalation/blunders but that also by some help/googling.
I also managed to switch from an Indian mnc to a reputed company and now also somehow cleared a FAANG interview,but i know I'm not much knowledgeable in my tech .

I often fail at some interviews badly.
Not sure till when I'll be able to carry forward by this and the hard wlb at FAANG companies is giving me a fear.

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Hi fishes,

What are the roles and responsibilities of Manager in
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I have 2.5YOE and I have been offered this role.
Also can someone tell me the salary range for Manager in Morgan Stanley

Was hired shortly after graduating in mid-May. Any other new hires willing to talk about their experiences joining a company/organization during the pandemic? Most of my friends were either hired for big companies last summer, or have decided to put off job hunting until the market is less messy.

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I have completed 1.2 years in accenture as a salesforce tester and completely interested towards security..Is there any chance to change the domain within same company with proper skillset and certifications.

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I’ve been at a job for a few months and hate it - partners set unrealistic deadlines, micromanage, and create work that truly is not necessary/push urgency when there is no real urgency. I had other offers prior to accepting this job that may still be options, and going back to my old job (for a pay cut) might also be an option. I can’t tell if this is just burnout, growing pains, or just an untenable work environment. Would you ride it out for a year at new job or pursue other options? HELP!

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Can anyone let me know about my inhand salary from this that i can expect?


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Why do people who left consulting never come back?

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