If you were to do it again but in 2020, would you become partner or jump to industry? Why?

Hi Folks,
Having 1 year experience in Java and Angular Development working at CTS currently on notice period. Kindly if any one can refer me.

Currently a “corp dev manager” at a consumer goods company. However, I haven’t worked on any acquisitions, more raising debt and equity. I want to exit but not sure what other opportunities are out there for me especially since consumer has been hit relatively hard. Anyone have suggestions? Currently at ~140K TC

Do you have a gaming chair or a high quality office chair at home? Looking to upgrade my home office chair, any suggestions?

Tomorrow is 1st day at EYGDS.
Have received invite for IT Orientation on webex for 45mins.
Any idea what is it about?
Will it be on Video or audio only would work.

I’ve been watching re runs of SATC during the lockdown. I used to like this show but recently have found how dumb and demeaning the dialogues and story line is. Like when Carrie is dating a politician and asks her friends to vote for him “because I’m sleeping with him”. They sound so nagging and so brain dead. Funny how I didn’t think that 20 years ago

If you already have your two weeks are you allowed to tell your clients? I'm very close with some of them and feel weird leaving without a goodbye

Any recommendations for final rd interview with BCG? 1 written case/fit interview + 1 normal case/fit interview with partners. Is there more focus and time allocated to fit? Any insights would help!

Looking for recommendations for comfy jean shorts. Preferably links to Amazon or target. I’m 5’3 still holding onto baby weight so think I’m size 14 or 16. Thanks!

Name one learning strategy that is your go to strategy, and how does the strategy work?

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What are peoples opinions on hourly contract roles. Are they worth it or is it better to be salaried with benefits

My SO graduates med school soon and I’m at a loss for a gift. Ideas that are out — trips (he doesn’t have time), clothes, special scrubs, etc.). Would love your best gift ideas!! If it helps, he’s 30, male, loves guitar (but just bought a new amp), loves the outdoors / ocean

Just found out my uncle died of Coronavirus, alone. Can’t be with my family in person to be consoled and can’t honor him with a funeral in person. I’m devastated 💔

On the k-1 does 19a always have to equal distributions line?
Also when calculating tax basis do you take the book distributions plus minus redeptions payable? Or just take the book distributions?

I am looking for recommendations for an experienced and reputable career coach (US based) who specializes in the Executive Assistant / Chief of Staff profession that will be able to help me update my resume, practice interviewing, and narrow down potential positions for me to apply to.

What is the internal partner promotion to external hire ratio at your firm? (And similar ratio at public firms for PPMD or partner equivalent )

Any Partners who moved from NY to SG or APAC? What was the paycut on a nominal basis and on a cost of living adjusted basis?

I am taking medication to treat my depression and anxiety and I have been taking it for the past 10 years. I wonder if there is any partner who took medication most of his/her life and still made it?

Looking for advice and opinions… stay on to push for Partner at MBB or exit to Operating Partner role at top PE firm?

Account leaders - when you are planning for your accounts for 2019, what are the two most important factors do you look at to prioritize? I will start - 1)C-suite relationships 2)Financial performance

Are there any Partners who don’t have a masters degree? If so, has it affected your pay or advancement in anyway throughout your career?

As a Partner do you ever get used to the churn in consulting? I’ve been at EY 5 years and 20% of people I meet every year are gone by EOY.

What are the most common misconceptions non partners have about being a partner?

This bowl has been quiet for the last few days. How is everyone doing? Ready for the weekend?

Ever say no to a study because it’s not good for client? I just pushed for a smaller team today — wasn’t worth it.

Partners- How do you handle yourself when you are not motivated to work on some days?

Anyone invest in franchises and in particular has anyone used a company called FranChoice to help you match w a franchise?

How much would you weigh location as a success factor of being a Partner (like living close to a major city)? On the surface, I'd think proximity to a major hub means more access to chances of making business connections on a day to day basis, leading to more opportunities and potential new business. Would you say this is high, moderate or low importance?

Hello Partners! I would like to contact a member of the LGBTQI community at Accenture, high up in the hierarchy. There is a potential discrimination case that you may be interested in looking into.

Is being located in a tier 2 city (tiny buyer pool) always going to feel like a handicap? Keen to hear from partners who have been successful in a similar situation and guiding principles that helped👍

I recently joined a niche function in an industry role, and think it could translate to consulting well. What are the things you (partners or equivalent) would want to know before pushing to build a new (sub-)practice area?

For partners at Big4/ ACN/ other T2 firms:
Does your WLB improve after you make partner but stress levels increase since you are responding for revenue and for people. But in terms of delivery it’s the M/SM/D handling the work and the long hours?
Is that an unfair assessment? Is it a false goal to aspire to to become a partner?

I'm hoping to get promoted to Director this year (strong case). What's the mix of factors that are looked at when assessing partner readiness? What can I do to get on the partner track quickly?

Our partner is scheduling one-on-ones with everyone in our group (~25 people) over the next couple weeks. What is he discussing with us?