I really want to get into consulting but finding it difficult. 4 yoe at a top 4 bank. Bachelors in finance and finishing MBA this year. Any advice or tips for someone trying to get in?

What are some interesting non-tech/insurance/advertising/consulting careers where data science is applied? Thinking of epidemiology and economics

Hello fishes,

I need to understand hierachy in Optum. I got an offer from Optum for senior consultant ( grade 28). What will be the hierachy after senior con in Optum?

Thinking about switching to Big Four tax. I did a tax internship with KPMg back in 2020. I am currently an auditor (been about 10 months). I have a masters in tax and I have my CPA. Any shot?

Been a coach at the collegiate level for 6 years. Make a $65k salary. Want to leave coaching and break into sales/marketing/recruiting/consulting. I have ample leadership and recruiting experience with a strong work ethic.

I’m assuming I’m going to have to take a pay cut and start toward bottom of totem pole. Any recommendations/advice on roles to apply for since I’m new to the field? Would like to be in tech if possible in Charlotte, NC or remote.

ZS 🐠 - can you receive sponsorship for MBA prior to having tenure of 3 years? If not, what is the downside of applying after 1 or 2 years? I am coming in with 3+ YOE in consulting, so my application would be competitive for next fall (or ‘23)

Anyone familiar with working for Kiavi/LendingHome? My experience is in private equity and structured products, I’ve been wanting to leave that and enter real estate for a while. They’re a self-proclaimed FinTech organization and I’m not at all familiar with that kind of structure for a company.

Who has made the move from Deloitte to AFS? Tell me about your experience and differences. Glad you made the move?

Currently a Wealth Advisor for Citi but I honestly hate it here with a passion it’s the worst company I’ve ever worked for in my life and I’ve been in Wealth Management in the banking channel for over a decade. Series 7, Series 63, Life, CFP, ChFC, and soon to have my MBA with a focus in Mergers & Acquisitions. I’m look to enter another area of Finance at this point instead of starting over somewhere else from scratch, but not sure what direction to go. Interested in Investment Banking or M&A.

Has anyone left law completely and never looked back? I’m looking into a huge pay cut going to be an EMT, but I’d rather be happy than miserable.

Any good recommended books on how to build a scalable product and team? I'm looking for recommendations for two areas: 1) in general laying the groundwork in a startup to have the tools and especially processes in place to scale, and 2) tactical focus on building a SaaS project. I've been promoted into a management role from Dev roots, so need to learn more PM processes to be an effective manager in day job, plus would like to start building my own SaaS solution.

As a (class of 2020) second year whose several classmates from different groups are already thinking about leaving/going to other firms, should I explore other options too? Don’t know if they’re being dramatic about how bad it is or if I’m just drinking the koolaid in my group?

So I was offered a role in Strategy Consulting in after 2 years in Risk Consulting however, after 2 years I’ve only worked on Internal audit engagements few ad hocs such as updating risk register and the delegation of authority matrix.

Honestly speaking I am doing good and I am up for promotion in October however I am not fully enjoying my time but I fear that the move would not be a good and I can’t hit the ground running which scares me.

Any advice and past experiences in such career shit?

I’m leaving the public school and I’m trying to find a job that would be good for the experience I have.

For buy side analysts, are there logical career moves one can make after having a couple of years of working experience?

I joined 6 months ago as a L5 manager. I like my team but don't enjoy the work. I also feel I was down levelled at the time of joining. Should I wait 6 months and move internally? How easy is internal mobility especially if I were to target a L6 role? Would applying outside be wise ?

Looking to get advice on two different job offers. I am only concerned about long term career prospects in choosing one or the other. Offer 1: warehouse manager for a beverage company. Offer 2: material distribution manager for an industrial equipment manufacturer. Again, only want input on future opportunities that each might provide. Thanks!

Was having a chat with a recruiter who does a lot of work for me so out curiosity I am interested to hear what do consultants look for when they are moving into the industry.
- What are some of the key elements you look for vs deal breakers?
- What types of firms and industry are of interest?

What is the best online training centre for learning devops/SRE?

Hello All ,

I joined on 14th april . I will get salary this month ?

Thanks

I am looking for a 6th year program in equity or diversity Any information ?

Does anyone use Ninja for supplementary review purposes? I currently use Roger as my main review course and wanted to use Ninja for their MCQs. I am not sure if the $67/month is worth it though.

What are some interesting non-tech/insurance/advertising/consulting careers where data science is applied? Thinking of epidemiology and economics

I will resign in coming few days. I want my notice period to be reduced from 60 day to say 30days. I am not occupied in client project currently. My question is to whom should I talk to get my notice period reduced? What is the process?

Hi everyone! Would anyone happen to be willing to give a referral to Deloitte? I’m looking to apply for a job with them in South Carolina.

Thanks!

I’m a director/DP who has started my own small commercial production company. I’ve mainly been doing direct to client work (while also working as a hired gun for other production companies). I’m non-union currently and the budgets my company has handled go up to $250k. Based out of Los Angeles.

I’m looking to get more work for my company. Wondering if any reps here would like to chat? Thanks!

I am looking for accommodation in Banglore HSR layout or near by location. (1Bhk,semi/fully furnished)
Any leads
(What would be tentative charges for maid incl. Cooling cleaning n clothing)

Hello fishes,

I need to understand hierachy in Optum. I got an offer from Optum for senior consultant ( grade 28). What will be the hierachy after senior con in Optum?

Does anyone work or have worked for St Luke’s Hospital either in Des Peres or in Chesterfield Missouri thinking of applying

HELP!
If I sell a mutual fund (aciex) to buy an etf (splg) in my Roth IRA account, do I have to pay tax on the sale when filing next year? How does this work? TIA!

Medical biller does anyone know of evening medical biller remote position’s? I work during the day but really need a part time position.

I taught the math lesson so abominably that the vice principal (who was observing at the back of the classroom) took over my lesson. How do you recover after a terrible day at work?

Hi Fishes,

Are there any updates to physically return to Banglore office for work? Is June a hard deadline to join the office?

Anyone have financial services mock cases they can share ??

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?

Don’t you love it when it takes two weeks for a recruiter to return your email but once they email you they want your response ASAP? Lovely people.

Anyone else do WWWY?

I’m an internal consultant of a bank, a bit tired of the internal administration and bureaucracy. Just wondering if you have to deal with the same if you work in a consulting firm instead?

Any tips/scripts on how to negotiate for better salary without turning down what the co is offering?

Hi all. Got an offer from Alvarez Marsal PEPI (Senior Associate) and Associate 2 at Kearney. Base is identical, A&M has this unbelievable bonus % so TC is probably higher at A&M. But I'm looking WLB, longer term opportunities, exit opps. What are your thoughts ?

Can anyone provide information on Alix partners - PE and M&A groups? What is the experience like? How would it compare to say a Kearney T&T (their PE/M&A group).

Bain & Co. Assessment tips for an experienced professional?

Hey All, just wondering what’s happening with McKinsey’s Quantum Black and BCG’s many product ventures (BCG Omnia, BCG Digital Ventures etc)? Are they working on creating a products and up selling to their current clients? Curious if working their tech teams provide a good exposure to the client or is it just going to be backend platform work with out any client exposure.

Does anyone know anything about Washington Business Dynamics (WBD)? How do they compare to other consulting firms? Are they a good way to break into the industry?

For folks that are in the interview process, are u negotiating for best salary or just taking what you get , asking because market is slow cause of Covid.

Applying to jobs at PwC and KPMG (w/referrals) as Senior Associate in Transformation Consulting. 3 YOE in finance field but technically new to consulting.

Can anyone provide insight on interview expectations, salary, WLB, what to expect day to day in the roles? Any info appreciated.

What’s the difference between PwC consulting and Strategy& (or EY/EY-P) in terms of both work and compensation? Some places I see them split and others they’re lumped together, and I’m confused what’s the functional difference.

Would like to start a bowl that is more focused on (Western) Europe. Are there a lot of fish here from the European region?

Hi everyone, applied for an investment consulting internship few weeks back.
It's a client facing job, but it might come at a later stage of a job, maybe after finishing my internship and getting a job offer.
I'm interested to know what is the must develop skills, must take courses or must read books to get insight, develop the required knowledge and skills for the position. I majored in business management finance and currently preparing for CFA level 1. Thanks in advance ☺️