I work in business valuation. The majority of directors/MDs at my firm are CFAs. My understanding is that the cert is only partially related to valuation and mostly relates to asset management. My question is why do they all have it? Just for the prestige? I’ll be talking with my direct reports about it soon but wanted to get external opinions too. What are everyone’s thoughts?

USI Producer Job, how is it? Currently an Account Manager and looking at this opportunity. Also, really any advice from service to a sales transition is much appreciated!

Any recommendations for a coach (or even therapist) to help work through some career issues?

How did current in-house attorneys find their positions? I am currently in big law with 3 years of experience. Seems that most recruiters can only help me lateral to other big law firms.

Side hustle or startup ideas for someone who isn’t technical/doesn’t code? Where should I look or where to begin? I don’t have any strong passions or specific skills that I’m confident in. What books, articles, blogs, orgs, events, people I should follow for inspiration that has helped you? I have some cash to invest and am looking for a part time hustle that can cash flow at least a little bit of money on the side.

I would like to transition from a public school with CCSD to a Christian based school. Does anyone work at a religiously centered school? What are the qualifications?

How did you decide what field of law enforcement you wanted to be in?

What inspired you to pursue a career in your particular field?

I am working at ZS on an MDM project for a pharma company
I plan to leave zs in next 6 month
I have 2 questions
What companies can I target ?
How should I prepare ?

Looking to transition into an HR leadership position. 17+ years experience in running a startup managing 50-100 people (15 years) and handled all facets of hiring, firing, compensation, negotiation, training and employee relations. Responsibilities also include other non HR functions such as business dev., client relations and expansion, logistics. Currently studying for the SPHR and plan to take the GPHR as well. Thoughts on difficulty of moving into an HR leadership role?

Is it easier to lateral to another HF/PE firm than to get an initial offer?

Finally received an offer that is not my dream firm, after a year of recruiting, and trying to decide if I should hold out for the perfect offer, or take it and try to move if it winds up not being what I want?

Thanks friends

I completed 4 years in JPMC , every year I got double digit hikes >12%, and bonuses >3 lakh and increasing . last year I got promoted to 602 with bonus >5 lakh, I am getting interesting offers outside should I stay or leave ? Also, I need 11+ likes to unlock my dm . Please like 🙏

Got a temp offer for less than a year without promise of turning into full-time. Wanted to know what ppl think about temp jobs (looks bad on resume if I don't turn full-time later within the company?) and what comp should look like (e.g. 1.2× of regular comp?).

Got another perm offer in a different industry for similar salary, but I might have to relocate and I'm concerned the work may involve translation instead of pure legal work.

Looking to brainstorm ... What's the next wave to ride for the next 3-5 years and how to position yourself?

Hi Everyone.

Is post graduation (CSE Pg Couse/MBA) required to grow a person's career as SAP Consultant?

I am confused.
Pls explain with real time examples if any.

Thanks in advance.

Any advice on moving from L4 to L5 in Amazon?

Need suggestions: A newbie in ERP, Want to push for a cert to be specialized, but unsure which one to pursue that is worth the money and time:
Oracle, SAP, Salesforce, Workday

Please explain why whichever system suggested is the best choice!

I want to get into 1040s..currently at pwc and tried to get into PFS but HR basically discouraged me and said it was a decentralized group. What big 4 would be best to go to ?

Just switched firms, in hopes of greener pastures....and I’m miserable. Not totally sure where to head next, debating some non-traditional means of employment/next steps. I def can spin the story but am I risking my whole career if I say, took less ‘prestigious’ role for the next year? I just need to mentally recover...feels like I’m losing time off my life longevity for $$$. Just looking for others thoughts or real life examples

Controversial question - what are some roles/functions to avoid at Google for ex-management consultants, in terms of potential under-utilization of skills and limited career progression? Common exit opps tend to be in StratOps, PMM, PgM/Solutions Consultant, roles in Sales; would anyone not recommend any of these roles?

Anyone with two full time roles run into the issue of having conflicting meetings? What do you do?

Looking for book recommendations; any favorites? Interested in both fiction and educational/self-improvement (for example, investment / finance books, time management, etc). I feel my vocab is...

If your industry is severely impacted by covid, how is your leadership reacting? Are you seeing more cross-industry collaboration?

EYers what’s the salary band for GPS Advisory Managers?

Currently a senior in audit, but I am interested in trying to transfer to Turnaround and Restructuring after busy season. I have my CPA and about 6 years of audit experience. Is there anything I can do to make myself more marketable? Is the transition from audit to restructuring difficult?

Does anyone want to be my M&A coach? Will pay.

I've been asked to provide a start-up life sciences co. with reccos for D&O insurance. Does anyone have any reccos to share?

At any level above Senior, how do u manage the relationship between utilization and realization, which is an inverse relationship. Seems to be either blow the budget (and write it off), or eat a lot of time.

How do you deal with PTSD from deployment?

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

Does anybody have a referral link for Amex Platinum? - has to be UK based

Questions for web builders, digital security providers, and web technicians.

A Marketing associate in charge of all of our hardcoded web resources says “I have to complete the web admin/updates and security checks every Monday morning” They claim this takes two hours and is super involved. Is this true? Could someone explain to me the process?

I am in the market for a Rolex, budget is 5k. Any recommendations pls

Is it better to buy stocks and options around 10 or after 1 pm central time to avoid the market rush/high at 9 and 12?

It's time for spring fertilizer! Houseplants will be coming out of dormancy now that the days are getting longer. Now is a great time to top off soil, prune if needed and fertilize. Repotting in April

Hi Fishes,

Can someone DM on the process of healthcare consulting companies approaching the pharma clients for business

Thanks

Is it okay to take leaves during probation in Infosys consulting? The offer letter does mention 4 leaves per quarter.

I'm joining during in October and thought I could take a week off for Christmas. Not sure if they have a concept of block leaves during Christmas though.

Anyone know what other fishbowls are like?

What date does your bonus hit your bank account? State firm and overall division.

What are some questions people ask for lateral interviews?

What industry do you cover?

Anyone know how much equity research associates at JPM/Citi/GS make in NYC? Assuming a typical finance degree background

How much discretionary cash do you keep around?

If you ever get a chance, invest in a tailor-made suit. They really are worth it.

What's your favorite industry to work a deal and why?

I need a new hobby or something to channel my energy and emotions into. Something that won't require much of a time commitment. Ideas?

I've established some great relationships internally, but I'm struggling to build a solid external network. Any pointers?

I really like finance, but I want to be a sole proprietor. Any ideas of what I can do besides making my own hedge book?

Looking for opinions. I’m an IW with 2 yrs experience working from home at a Fortune 500 company w/ excellent benefits, target salary 75k. I was previously offered a job at another company where the 75k salary was guaranteed for the first year. Most people make much more than this once their comp fully ramps up, but, I would have to work in the office. I declined the offer, but now the CEO wants to meet with me several months later. Would I be crazy if I asked for 100k guaranteed salary?

What book has inspired you the most in life principles, or your career in finance?

Anyone ever quit a job 5 months in without having another one lined up?

Anyone moved from NY to D.C.? Would like to hear your thoughts on comparing the two cities. Am considering move to DC because my gf got a better job there but not sure what to expect

Was anyone else here at Coachella this weekend?

Which philanthropic causes do you care most about?

Is this the end of days for our love affair with cryptocurrencies?

How long does it take to hear back from a superday at a BB? I was told by HR 2-3 weeks but I hear people get calls within hours. Is this true or should I take HRs word? Scared I got rejected

Has anyone else turned down a tech job for banking? It was a hard decision but ultimately, I decided that the experience and training I'll get here is second to none. Hope I don't regret this decision