I’m 30, should I consider joining S& Middle East as Senior Associate in attempt to make Manager and leave? Is it too exhausting? Will I burn out before I get there? And how long to Manager?

I got 50% hike in Infosys however in accenture, I got 20% mid year hike and 30% hike promise in Dec'22 to match Infosys. Should i stay in Accenture or move to Infy? which company is better?

I’m trying to get a rotation in FDD but my partner is worried about temporarily losing resources in our advisory practice. So, what are some things I could learn in FDD that I could bring back to the advisory practice that might convince the partner to let me go on rotation?

EY TARAS or EY GCR??? Between these 2 service lines which has better pay and opportunities??

Currently in a project finance and looking to breaking into tech/fintech. Any advice on how to pivot?

Anyone leave big 4 to pursue a PhD not in accounting (another business field)? Who did you ask for references? Did you find that big 4 experience helped your application?

Anyone hear of a patent attorney going to an investment bank, hedge fund, or venture capital firm?? Considering a change. Thought I could use my skills to help investors analyze and valuate companies.

Would it be hard to get a exp associate role in advisory at a B4 as someone with about 10 months in audit at EY, 7 months experience in corporate accounting at a F300 and CPA? Hated my time at the F300 but had thought the grass would be greener in industry. I’m starting a financial analyst position at a major hospital system in my area soon and want to stick with that for a couple years before making a transition but was curious if I just don’t have the right experience for a role in advisory.

What does your PM "ladder" look like? What titles do you have at your agency for the project management team?

how much harder is banking then valuation?

Is anyone familiar with post IB exit into something like IR? Still new to the game and other than PE (due to the herd mentality), I don’t know much about other exits for better work/life balance. If anyone has insight on type of work, recruiting process, and comp it would be super appreciated. TIA

Anyone know anything about trying to work in house in certain industries? I’d like to move into media (publishing, entertainment, etc.) because I don’t want to stay in law forever but am having a hard time connecting to the right people

I joined tcs on feb 2022
Recently I resigned, i know it was worst decision to leave tcs early but also worst to join 😁🥲

Looking to get into privacy law at a Fortune 100. Have a JD/MBA and working in the healthcare area for the past 10 years. Any tips on how to break in.

Hello Fishes, Just curious to know anyone working with any gaming companies (EA Games,Activision, ubisoft, Sega,etc)
Like how do they hire?
Which tech stack they would be looking for?

Is RPA a bubble and will soon fade away? How much valuable is it as a skill set?

I have hit my wall. I cannot do public accounting any longer. I cannot deal with the constant focus on compliance, billable hour and the general unproductive behaviors/mindsets. I remember a day when we were here to help clients. Now I just feel like we are here to bill clients. I want to go help someone build something.
Now I just need to figure out how a director with a tax background can have transferable skills to something else...

Hi 🐟
Is anyone working as a Salesforce QA? Please let me know what are your daily tasks on a high level and what are the main areas a QA works on.. I'm planning to switch to Salesforce as QA.. Need some guidance..

I’ve been in my current position (Bookkeeper) for 4 years now. I’m highly interested in taking the PHR, and I’m wondering if I would qualify for the 4 year HR professional job requirement to be eligible to test for the certificate. I work for a small business, therefore I do all the on boarding paperwork/payroll. Any advice is appreciated.

I'm not sure if I have the willpower to become "successful" in this industry.

Boston Consulting Group , is GAMMA Solution Track a good role ? I got Offer Solution Lead , but not sure about that track. I have not been able to find anything and it seems pretty new// PLEASE HELP! I dont want to make the wrong decision...

@Boston Consulting Group

My male boss recommended the book “The Confidence Code” which is a self help book for women. It was recommended to all the females that work under him. I feel like that's a little inappropriate?

Hi, I’m currently working as a recruiter in the light industrial and I’m really sick of the non stop calls, interviews and just the nature of this profile. Earlier I was contemplating moving to another field in recruitment but now I’m considering switching to another profile in HR where I can do backend processes/ payroll/ hr systems, cz I want to leave the calls and interviews and sourcing.. please suggest profiles I could take a dig in and explore? Thanks in advance

Actively looking for the job as a SAP FICO consultant.
Serving Notice Period ( Last working Day - 11th Feb 2022)
Total Yrs of Exp - 2.5 Years

Please let me know if you have any job vacancy in your organization.

Thanks in advanced.

My wife is in sales at Mercedes and she has been averaging $200k a year and growing YoY. She loves her job, however she works long days and barely gets time off. We plan on having kids within the next year or two, and it’s highly u likely that she’ll be able to keep her current gig. We want to find a career that allows her to work remote or that at least gives her a better work life balance so that she can see her kids grow up. Should she get certifications to give her a shot at adtech?Too late?

How do I sell a product which is not required in the market right now but would be really great in the future (software). Having lot of troubles getting meetings

For advice/fee based platforms: SEI Private Trust or Envestnet as your preferred?

Joined EY 6months back as a tech consultant. My feedback so far has been great. What should I do to get the company sponsor my mba? I haven’t initiated the talk yet

"I don’t like morning people. Or morning. Or people”

Words of Wisdom

I have 315k Marriott Bonvoy points and a couple of free nights in addition. What is the best bang for my buck in terms of locations / experiences I could get? I am super flexible on timing and location, just want the best experience. Any thoughts?

How are people networking in the entertainment law space during covid? Mainly curious about the music industry.

Hi, what questions would you suggest someone ask an in-house or boutique firm entertainment attorney during an informational interview??

I feel like my employer thinks I’m losing my shit.

I started traveling while working remote and fell in love with the mountains. I’m now applying to be a full time remote employee and fear they won’t approve it.

I feel like I have to defend that I’ve found more in life that makes me happy than just work.

How do I pitch that I need to live elsewhere for my happiness and not near an office?

Dear Fishes,
Plz help with below info.

1. How is WLB in Cognizant for Senior Manager (SM).

2. What's RCGTH Domain in Cognizant ?

3. Is it good to join Cognizant now as Senior Manager considering all the tantrums as many people are moving out of it..

Pls advice.

UBS or Barclays ?

Can anyone suggest me the areas near RMZ Ecoworld where I should look for rented flats?

Something has been bothering me for a long time and I want to get it off my chest.

My firm does upward feedback and I asked about 10 of my team to participate so that I could be a better supervisor for them. My results: I got mostly great feedback with constructive points, however along with it I received the meanest, most cold hearted criticism I’ve ever seen (con’t in comments).

I met a guy on hinge and at first he seemed like he was really interested in me. The first 5 dates were amazing, we really hit it off and hooked up a few times. I’ll admit I was catching major feelings for this guy (and made him aware of that). But the last two dates were okay. There were a few awkward moments but overall it wasn’t terrible. On the 3rd date I invited him to go away for the weekend because 1. I had to go away anyways for a quick work event & 2. Earlier on the date, he (continued)

I think people who “kiss” their dogs/pet on their mouths are disgusting

Any PPMDs who moved from the West open to chatting?

Going for a final round interview with OW Dubai. Can anyone share their experience?

Dubai people I live in Marquise Square tower and my neighbor is having a party literally every day till 4-5 in the morning- I spoke to him and he apologized and promised to keep it quiet but he didn’t. So I spoke to the security if they can tell them to calm down and the security said that he can’t do anything as it’s the weekend! Is that normal or should they give me a noise compliance and force him to stay quiet after some time.

Where is the sustainability sector headed in the Middle East, project wise?

I have a close friend who is interested in tech consulting in the region (Dubai/AD) in particular Accenture and IBM, would anyone be ok to have a chat? He’s keen to learn about the space and is looking to intern summer 2023, has completed multiple internships in Dubai.

Seeking advice on pursuing opportunities in healthcare / life sciences strategy - looking for managing director / VP level in the ME region. Interested in consulting or industry. I have 19 years consulting + industry combined experience in pharma and US hospitals. Thank you 🙏

Currently being recruited for Alvarez & Marsal (Dubai or Riyadh). I’ve checked with my irl network and no one has worked with them before. Anyone here working with or for them who wouldn’t mind answering a few questions related to my proposed function; Strategy & Implementation?

Hi fishes! To those of you who moved from UK (or elsewhere) to Dubai for work - is it the standard norm to get an expat package when you move to Dubai? Just trying to understand how it works. Thanks!!

Any tips for someone trying to break into consulting in the GCC from the US? Applying blindly hasn't worked out. Head hunter recommendations would be great as well!

What salary to expect at a Director level at PwC in Saudi Arabia? I am a brit with over 15 years experience in transformation consulting, and never worked in the ME!

Hi - what are the top renewable energy developers and IPPs in the middle east? I am looking to move to a project finance role in the Middle East and looking to understand the landscape.

Hi, any consultant freelancing in Dubai? How do you go about finding gigs ? LinkedIn? Recruiters? Your personal network?

Looking for referrals at MBB/S&/OW/Kearney in their Dubai/Doha/Riyadh offices for my sister since she can’t join Fishbowl. She graduated from top Canadian uni (UofT/McGill/UBC), grew up in ME and has an impressive academic background and work experience. Happy to connect with her directly.

Which are the best forex card for an Indian travelling to UAE for a 2 months work engagement?

Just been offered a manager position (people & org consulting) at a big 4 in Qatar for 24k (QAR). Based on previous threads this seems low for the region. Especially as 9k goes towards accommodation (max unfurnished 1br) ....Have I been low balled? Or is this normal?