If you’re looking for a nice Christmas gift-to-self reading list from one of the best small business investors I know, great compilation below https://geolbo.com/best-books-to-learn-finance-2024/

who all made it to SM this year?

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

Can anyone tell me the best course over internet for product management, in depth, even to learn the technology part of PM?

Having 6+ years of experience in IT field. If I learn SAP PP, can I switch company and make it as a career.

Any consultants turned Bankers? Are you happy that you made the switch? Would love to hear the pros and cons for each

Hi guys, i have been working as a Data Engineer from past 7 years. I have mostly worked on MSBI stack and also have fair experience in PBI. Now that most of the companies are moving towards cloud based technologies, could you help me with the right pathway going forward for better opportunities.

I've heard a lot of people remark that getting into finance is often not as lucrative as many people think, and building a book and getting ahead is quite arduous. Any insight on this front?

Anyone know of a good tutor for CFP exam? Thx.

So, I landed a Customer Service Advisor job at Sitel in the UK. But I heard that they fire you without any prior notice or end their campaigns abruptly, leaving us with no job. Can’t be facing the risk of no livelihood, right? Can anyone who worked with Sitel give me the real truth? And does Sitel sponsor Tier 2 Visas as such? I am surely looking for stability, security and growth.

What types of non-profit organizations do you think could use SCM skills? All I can really think of is food banks.

Hello, Currently i am working as Lead Software developer. i want to get into Product manager. Any suggestions? I am from mumbai, india
i saw some online course for product manager from upgrad and IIM Kozhikode . is it beneficial?
Please suggest

I am not necessarily looking for greener grass. I am looking for more a more peaceful place to tend my liitle patch of Adviosry. Many have worked at 2 or more Bigs. KPMG better place to work than Deloitte - other way around. I realize my set up isn't clear. Another way to ask: are you happy with moving from Big A to Big B? Why?

I need some good career-development or finance-related books, anyone got any recs?

I started a job less than a year ago, and I am certain that this is not the work I want to be doing in the medium or long run. How soon is too soon to leave?

What are some publications, books, podcasts, online classes etc that can help me prepare for my first year in consulting? Have 5 years of experience in finance and making the jump to consulting.

Posting here bc this bowl skews toward consultants. I'm considering a strategy consulting-like role. I have assumptions, but want to validate realities. Any tips on books, blogs, podcasts etc?

If you were to transition from bedside which path would you choose?? Education, Quality management/coordinator, Administration?

What would be the expected salary in India for PhD in materials engineering with 4 years of experience?

Can we leave CG a month after joining?

I frustrated working in my current organization, It is a product company but manager, consultant and BA are acting like service company, I want to switch I am not expecting too much hike from next company, what answer should I give to next company when they asks me reason to switch?

Hi Fishes, Question about product metrics.
You are product manager of instagram in 2018 and launching reels feature. What success metrics will you choose and what will be your expected adoption on launch.
Similar que: launching status on whatsapp.
Any idea how to answer this. How to decide benchmark numbers etc??

Folks what should be my CTC expectation with below experience and skills

Role - Tech Project Manager
YOE- 8 years
Skills - GCP, AWS, DevOps, DevSecOps

Please let me know. Need guidance

Any interview experience at paytm and PayU for data science role

In which month zs associates is paying out the variables??

How risky is going to a startup which is currently going through Series A? Have just received an offer.

Does previous Consulting experience increase your odds when applying for MBB during MBA recruiting?

Is anyone else feeling completely hopeless about their job? Two years ago I still had so much zest and love for advertising. And now I feel miserable working long late hours and almost every weekend. I am underpaid because we’ve been on a freeze for over a year even though I’ve been promised one. I have no more motivation left in me to keep going. This job is killing me but I have no idea what else I could do. Any advice on getting out?

I'm working on a pitch deck, for an event that I'm planning next year for my wine brand called OBA, but I'm struggling to come up with sponsorship ideas.

I don't want to go the traditional route of creating tiers, because I feel like you should do most of the things in tiers regardless on how much they donated. Can anyone assist with coming up with some ideas?

Also, does anyone know how to create a virtual swag bag?

Thanks in advance.

Hello all. I have a small biz offering VA and web design services. If you need these services feel free to message me.

To all the landlords/property managers out there what is the biggest problem you face on the day to day?

What features do you look for when looking for payment and merchant services? It seems like a lot of people go with Square because it’s simple but you’re paying for it and it doesn’t offer many features. I’m trying to get back into this business. I work with a reputable company offering full-featured business service and I’m here to offer other features and help other small businesses evaluate their options. Can help cut costs, help with cash flow and other services, inventory management, etc.

In the works of growing my small business digital media company for 2022. Filed my LLC, completed my SAM .gov registration and working on state credentials.

How/where should I look for RFPs from prospective clients, and what is some of your valuable business knowledge you can pass to this entrepreneur?

A little frustrated that I have friends who persistently ask for discounts or free products. If you can't actually support my business when it's just getting started, wait until you can instead of asking me to lower my prices for you.

Howdy! I’ve been a small business owner for longer than my stay in public school. Thanks for making this page! My wife and I run a photo imprinting business in our home, making photo t-shirts (also screen printed), coffee mugs, Christmas ornaments and a lot more stuff. I also own a firearms training business and am in the process of trying to start an axe throwing range. Lots of fun!!!fi

Hey everyone! Is anyone currently using a CRM? If so which one?

For those who operate on Etsy, reminder to check your email. Intuit Self employed is 70% off for the next 3 months through their link

🥊 It's time for a showdown! If you HAD to choose between ETSY, EBAY, and SHOPIFY. Which would you choose and why? Feel free to leave suggestions for those just starting out on the platforms too. We'll see who the winner is on Friday. 🥊

Looking for recommendations in the VA or DMV area for small biz:
1. Attorney 2. SBA banker 3.Accountant

Has anyone had any real luck advertising on Twitter or other social platforms? I use them on the day-to-day so if I can monetize them somehow I will. Is it worth it to create accounts for your business?

Wishing to open my own small business. How did you transition to focusing on you small business full time?

Would love to aquire / buy into / help run a small business. Hard worker, spent last 10 yrs in core operations consulting. Would a small business find the skill set valuable?

I have a small business that I started last Fall. In an effort to just get started I choose a business name that included my name. As I continue to grow I want to rebrand with a more generic, but catchy name. How did you all come up with your business name?

For those who are established, what steps did you take to ensure consistent growth? One thing that has always deterred me is how often businesses fail. I'm looking for an exit opportunity and have been considering building my own thing for a while. Thanks!!

Hi All, I am new here. I am a small business owner and bake custom cakes for all occasions. Just wanted to share my business here. Please check my Instagram handle @cremenganache. Do follow if you visit!

Could anyone share their experience on starting a small business on Etsy? I am looking to start a small business on the side of my full time job as a creative outlet.

What’s some good digital invest account platforms?