If I'm looking to have the CFP completed 12-18 mths from start date, what would be a solid prep course/program you guys would recommend? Any pref to online classes vs. in-person classes?

Hi All, I need some career guidance.

7+ YOE - 3 in tech support role (after BE) and 4+ in BA & PM role (after MBA). Worked on RPA and process improvement projects for 2 yrs. Currently working on internal tool implementation projects - PMO, UAT, change strategy, etc.

I want to switch to a product company in a PM/TPM role, and I am planning to learn something new which has a great future scope, pays well, and aligns with my profile. Any recommendation would really help me take a right call.

I’m interviewing with another firm next week. Has anyone made a switch like that before? How did you do it? I work in a small criminal firm now. Interview is with a same size/practice area firm.

For those of you who are currently working at or have worked in the past in Deloitte, McKinsey, etc - What is it like working at the big 4 consultancy as a UX designer? Do you think you are able to get strong portfolios out of the work? Do you think it would help you career? Asking as someone considering to move from in-house to a consultancy.

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?

I currently have 6 years experience in a Bank covering Corporate Banking, Corporate Relations and Chief of Staff roles. What KEY IB skills do I need for a move there as a VP I? Valuation skills and Excel mastery?! It would be a Coverage role. Thanks!

Has anyone passed the Oracle GL 2021 exam yet ?

Any advice on transitioning from medical sales to tech sales. I’ve been a top performing rep (ranked first and second) two out of the last three years at my current company and was top 5% at my previous company. I had my resume optimized and am getting rejected left and right even by healthcare tech and I’m not sure why. Any info or leads would be greatly appreciated!

Received offer from BCG for ECT AD role. Read numerous comments about ECT being not attractive compared to Generalists track. Also heard challenges about billability/utilization. Any views/guidance is appreciated.

Background - I am not super keen to become an equity partner and comfortable to stay on ECT track. Main reason to join will be opportunity to work with different clients, smart talented people and good brand. I may consider going back to industry after 3-5 years in ECT.

Does anyone have any advice on how to shift from a specialist (paid advertising) to a more strategic (in digital marketing) role? I've been job searching for a couple of weeks and would love to be considered for roles outside paid advertising but it seems to be extra challenging this time of the year.

Does anyone practice White Collar criminal defense in NYC or know a decent amount about it? Is it fun or fulfilling? Is it a good way to break into government work in the future?

Working in Risk Management, looking into the FRM exams. Does anyone have any insight or advice?

What is the moment that made you realize you wanted a career in entertainment?

I finished a Health Law LL.M. last May and haven't done anything with it thus far. I'm in insurance defense primarily (Liability, UM, UIM) and just got the LL.M. because I still had GI Bill to use or lose.

Any suggestions on how I can create/build a book of business as outside counsel using the degree? Thanks in advance.

What is your engineering field and how do you see it changing over the next 5 years?

Have you ever regretted taking a manager role? The pay increase is tempting but I just love my job so much I’m not sure if it’s worth giving it up

Art Director.
Sr. Art Director.
Art Supervisor.
Group Art Supervisor.
VP, Group Art Supervisor.
VP, Associate Creative Director.
VP, Creative Director.
SVP, Creative Director.
SVP, Group Creative Director.
EVP, Group Creative Director.
EVP, Executive Creative Director.

Seriously: why so many levels? Sounds like a lot of BS… basically should be: Art Director, Creative Director, CCO. Agree?

Any recommendations for good recruiting agencies in the Carolinas? Trying to find someone to help me navigate my potential lateral career options based on my experience and interests since I’ve been in litigation almost two years and it’s not for me and I will be relocating there.

I love what I did in physiotherapy but two years into the career im struggling to see progression or long term future satisfaction. What have people shifted to from this career?

Hi Fishes.. I currently have offer from TCS and CGI. CGI pay is more so confused whether to join CGI or TCS. I'm from Python Automation background with AWS experience as well.

What’s the word on the street about work life balance at Edelman? Are the hours insane?

What would be a fair salary for urgent care telemed in NJ/NY with a DNP, 1 year experience as an np and 5 years experience as an ER RN?

I’ve been a Practice and Billing manager for 11 years. It seems I have to ask. What is the traditional 10 years of service gift you’ve received?

Anyone working as an LVN in Wyoming ? Trying to see what the usual hourly wage is supposed to be out here. I’m currently in Sheridan, Wyoming

We just moved into a 50 year old house. We got the popcorn ceiling removed in the garage plus had the walls done. We didn’t use an official asbestos expert because of the price.

The horrible, dirty people that lived there before us left us a crappy mess. Hope we are not exposed, nor the neighbors.

Commercial real estate question. When a residential property will likely zone commercial in the coming years, do we, the owner, wait for a buyer/developer to contact us?

Hello! I have a two part question: 1) is it worth it to obtain an SHRM specialty credential if I don’t have the broader SHRM certification? 2) has anyone gotten the People Analytics or Talent Acquistion credential? If so, how valuable was it from a learning perspective? Do you feel it significantly contributed to your knowledge in either area? Thank you!

I want to get my masters in HR, but I also want to get my phr.. is it better to get one over the other? Or should I do both. Are there any masters hr program someone can recommend?

I’m currently working in a DEI role but have some interest in switching to Employee Relations. Anyone in ER that can share pros/cons of the field?

How is Will Smith in both Suicide Squad (DC Comics) and Avengers (Marvel)? Were there zero other candidates for the role? Posting this as it will oddly keep me up tonight. Confessing I'm confused.

I joined on Nov 2020 in EY GDS as Senior 1,so when I will be getting progression for senior 2?

What designation does UBS offer to a person with non technical profile with 11 years of experience?

Hi,
Are there any ETL/DWH testers. Please help me decide if I want to continue as an ETL tester will get good packages in future currently 7.7 CTC @ 3 YoE Or I have to change domain to get good package, if so which domain I should consider.

TIA

I am currently looking for a mentor and not sure the best way to approach finding one. Any advice?

Feeling low on inspiration rn, what do you like to do to get your creative juices flowing again?

I have recieved persmission to put a banner on the side of our building. It would get lots of looks as I am on Main Street in the seat of the County. What would you do?

What is your favorite stock screener and proposal tool? Advisor workstation is what I currently use

Not including the canned stuff from wirehouses, does anyone send out a newsletter regularly to their clients?

Looking for insight on avg total comp for registered middle management with big bank. Considering making the jump from a branch advisor to managing a team of branch advisors. I’m newly 9/10 licensed. I’ve been building book in a bank branch but the consumer bank side of the job is draining. I’m making $155k total, $75k of that is salary. Anticipating a $130k salary offer if I go management route, with small annual bonus. Any others with experience that can speak to this?

Feels great when you transition with people from clients to good friends 🙂

Moving your book with a crappy written non solicitation clause at the old bd once I get the cease and desist what can and can't I do I know it's coming it always does but what is the next step?

What is the most expensive thing you have ever bought? How much did it cost you?

What are some good marketing seminar techniques to use? What are good things to add in a marketing campaign to get new clients to attend?

Anyone out there still moving (k) plans? My assumption is that it’s at the bottom of every HR priority list and nobody is moving, but I need the validation.

To what degree is the US economy isolated from the world's madness? There has to be a breaking point right?

Thinking about going independent and operating out of my home office. Does anyone have any thoughts to share about that? I’m wondering about clients coming to my home and FINRA issues.

What’s the general guidance on the order to maximize retirement contributions for tax benefits for an normal individual and for a self employed/small business owner before moving to taxable accounts or alternate vehicles like cash value life policies?
I’ve seen for individual: match trad 401k->match roth 401k->max roth IRA->max trad IRA->max trad 401k->max roth 401k->max HSA
For self employed: max SEP IRA/solo 401k->max roth IRA->max trad IRA->max HSA

Of course situations differ but in general?

What is everyone doing w/ their bond allocations w/ rates where they are? Thinking of using FIA for this portion until it settles down a little. Not a big fan of FIA, but might make sense. Chu think?

Millennial advisor expanding into the 65+ client market for the first time. Anyone have recommendations for where I can learn about Medicare supplement plans and who/where you use for your clients?

There are advisors who present themselves as a financial planner first and investment manager second. Which one are you?

During the warm weather months I try to set up impromptu events (Storefronts, etc.) where I can be in front of people at little/no cost. How do you guys proceed to take advantage of the summertime?

Have a client w over a million in IRAs and NQ account. Invested in a combo of ETFs and dividend paying stocks. Now bitching abt performance. Should I stick to my strategy or offer alt to placate him?

Long drive tomorrow. Does anyone know of any on demand CFP continue education courses out there? I’d love to knock out 15 hrs of CE on this drive, if able. 🤦‍♂️🔫🤢

Dropping my 10 yo son off at school this morning: Me: "I love you! Have a great day! Learn a lot of really cool stuff! Him: "Okay, whatever.