If they’re serious about Pentagon waste, they should start by looking at defense contractor markups, not cutting essential civilian roles. I’ve seen contracts where a simple software license costs triple what it should, but somehow nobody ever questions the private sector side of this equation. Why do federal employees always get blamed for waste while defense contractors keep cashing in? https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-says-musks-doge-find-billions-pentagon-waste-2025-02-09/

Just walked out of FAR test, literally cried after submitting it. SIMS were something I got ripped off by, can say clearly 4 out of 8 sims I kind of missed completely...😭😭😭 don’t know if I can ever get over this

Best books about product management for a good exit to industry? I already have an MBA and PMP but looking for a refreshed perspective since it’s been years since my formal education.

Currently reading “Product Managements Sacred Seven” but it’s geared toward the startup world. I am in healthcare and not looking for a startup role. TIA!!!

Hi Fishes,

Looking for a job on urgent basis request you all to please help with referrals..
Having 1.8 yrs of experience in FPnA domain.

Really appreciate your help.

How is EY-Parthenon perceived for life science / pharma work? My understanding is that they do primarily due diligence work, but do people from there have good exits into pharma?

Would I know if I’m eligible for a bonus?

Let’s talk speed reading. I’m a slow reader and listened to a podcast recently on speed reading. I’m intrigued. Who here speed reads? How did you learn those skills, and what types of documents do you speed read in practice? I do mostly litigation and am thinking that speed reading would help with research but maybe not things like doc review where you need to review for both responsiveness and privilege.

Hi all,
I am tech guy with almost 3yr exp, but I want to switch to a Management role. Going for an MBA is not possible for me. I was wondering about the possibility to switch to a management role within the next 2 years without an MBA. Company/Brand is not a bar for me.
Can somebody please suggest how to do this?

Hi, fish in the DMV area. I’m interested in a rhinoplasty. Would anyone have suggestions? Interested in West End but it’s 18-20K. I know this is not something to cheap out on but holy

Bridge between Customer Support and Product Design?

Hiya! I am in the final round of interviews at an EdTech platform for a role that is the bridge between the Customer Support and UX/Product Design teams. I act as that bridge in my current role but on a more informal basis because it is a smaller company.

Would anyone be willing to share their perspective (positive or negative) on the Product/UX end of this relationship? I want to make sure to ask the right questions.
Thank you!

Do you count internships towards your years of experience? I did 20 months all together interning but not sure if that moves my needle from mid to senior when job hunting.

Nyc based. Is it at all possible to make at least 200 base in corp dev or strategy at a tech company? Super burned out but don’t want to take a paycut in base. I realize I’ll never make all in comp the same in tech but if I can match base I’d be content.

Any one relocating to banglore?

Can anyone refer me to Google, microsoft, apple, Walmart ?
Serving notice period, LWD :28/02/2022
Yoe:10 years
Role: SDET

Anyone flown Copa Airlines Economy? Considering booking some personal travel on it using miles and wanted to see if it’s any good

“Chatroulette, but for apartment peepholes."

Any PPMDs who moved from the West open to chatting?

If you receive an RFE on the I485 while it has been pending for 180 days, does your new company attorney respond to the RFE? Assuming you switched companies after it has been pending for 180 days. Anyone experienced anything similar?

Happy Labor Day - who’s working today? How was it? I’m working the evening at the dispensary. It was somewhat busy from 2-4, since 5 it’s been DEAD. 2 more hours to go, and I forgot my Kindle…

Can you recommend me a contracting agency? For temp work. I am based in NYC and a Product Manager

What happens if you quit your job while in the process of getting a clearance?

For a friend: USMC transitioning veteran looking for opportunities in the southeast region, open to remote work. 8 yrs of specialized experience. Roles: Contracts Manager, Contract Specialist, Contracts Administrator, and Procurement Coordinator. GS or Consulting positions.

Typical base for SC at D GPS in DC? Have 5 yoe and a masters degree. Already have a secret clearance.

Anyone have some general insight into EY GPS work, culture and pay? How competitive and involved are they with technology enablement / digital transformation work?

Anybody looking to hire graduates for a GPS Consulting role? I'd love a referral.

Any advice for a vet looking to get into federal consulting? I’ve got a TS/SCI with poly and several years of experience in change management and process improvement.

Is there a website that shares announcements of recent contract wins by federal contractors across all federal agencies?

Sometimes the leadership does not even inform you on the status of a submitted proposal unless we win the work. I get why they are doing it but it would be great if there was an external source/website that would share this info instead of us waiting around to hear from them.

Looking for senior Business Analyst for a technology consulting project (robotics process automation). Small fast paced team with great client, salary range 100-130k. CBP badge required (active is preferred, recent or equivalent clearance is OK too). DM me for details and job posting

Anyone know of firms that have international locations? I heard PwC PS used to do some work internationally, but that was before they became Guidehouse.

How competitive are promotions at Deloitte GPS?

Is commute from herndon(near frying pan road) to ft Belvoir or mead or crystal city or DC really bad? I have some offers but from Google maps it says up to 50 mins one way... not sure if it's too much... but the pay is decent
I do have ts sci with ci poly and have Java experience. Ideally maybe Reston, chantilly,herndon, Fairfax best spots...30 min or so commute. Looking around 200

They reduced the therapy questions on the secret clearance form so that you don't have to disclose therapy except in specific circumstances. Is it still on the TS form?

Are company time charge audits routine? I only charge what I work but wondering if I should be concerned

Anyone leave Deloitte for Booz Allen? Thoughts or experiences? Utilization and compliance are absolutely doing my head in.

I love what I do and I have an offer to stay in International Development and be a manager with 86k, focusing on my technical area + lots of travel. But I also have offers from Deloitte and EY to be a GPS consultant at ~100k. Is it worth it to move to D or EY? Have personal financial goals that i need to reach for my family and thats why i started considering EY and D.

Deloitte 🐠, How much revenue do you have to win and manage to make partner?

Newbie consultant starting in a few weeks. What’s the attire like with government clients? Suits whenever on site? And are you typically on site all week except Friday?

hey, I joined Deloitte in June 2020 as an GPS SA analyst, I just staffed on internal project only providing me adjusted utilization. Now my standard util is 40 and my adjusted is 105... and this project last in another month... by then my standard util might be 20.. will my promotion be affected by this? My target promotion year on TOD is 2022. My manager said we might sell to client and extend this project in September but nothing guaranteed.

Anyone have any car rental hacks to get something other than a compact to show as a compact on the receipt? Traveling on federally reimbursable funds, so need to show a compact car. But hoping to get something nicer but not get flagged by the Bean Counters. Thanks!

I have a friend who spent the last 4 yrs as a stay-at-home dad caring for his special needs child. He’s ready to get back in the workforce and make a career change to IT. How does he get started?