I'm aiming for a specific niche consulting career, and I have some experience in that area but only within academia (postdoc now). Do I keep trying to get a job in that area (so far interviews, but no offers), or do I go for the Big 4 first to get industry experience and then switch to my preferred area? I am kinda old (38), so not much time to move around...

Anybody got any good recos on stats/coding courses for beginners? I’m an extremely client-facing analytics guy with knowledge of these things but not really the technical skills to execute.

Anyone switch from core tax to either advisory or an HR/IFS (internal firm services) role?

How do you pick a startup to work for? How do you make the bet it’s going to grow or fail? I’m told I should pursue startups but I’m admittedly nervous about getting hired to one that fails and being jobless. I’ve worked for big companies that don’t grow or fail rapidly - it’s all pretty steady.

I applied for one position at amdocs some time back, online interview was scheduled but I couldn't attend the interview for some reason.

Is this situation considered in 6 months criteria?

How long does it take post the technical interview rounds to hear back from the recruiter?

Have been approached for a "Transformation Officer" role at a PE held port co with high probability of getting it. Torn staying in consulting ( 1.5 year post MBA till now) or new role? Suggestions?

Today I joined the JPMC mumbai and got the offer from UBS Pune, both are providing the same package.
I want to work in pune, what should I do?
Leave the JPMC and join UBS

Hi Fishes,
Anybody have latest HRSD exam dumps?
Thanks in advance🙂

What's the difference between entry level and associate level? I'm two years into my career and thinking of making a jump to a different industry. Would that be considered associate since I have experience?

Thoughts on Prosci or SHRM-SCP certification? Which would be considered more valuable or highly regarded? Currently focused on Change Management but have a HR background (industry experience / area of study in college).

Is it easy for engineers to become TPMs?

Experienced HR Rep here looking to pivot companies. Anyone have any recommendations or can help get my foot in the door anywhere?

I'm working with EPAM, 7.8 yoe as dot net full stack with ctc 26LPA.
Fed up with my current tech stack now project want on call support over weekend. no one knows project. No one is supporting.
Thinking abt current situation I'm bit worrying.
Somehow given interview in EY and selected. HR ask me CTC, NP and expected CTC. I told 20% and 60 days NP. She said, will check with business and get back to me.
It's been 3 days no response, when I called her today she didn't pick. Is it normal in EY?

How many of us are working with just a bachelor's degree and how's it going? How many of us feel like/have experienced advanced degrees opening more/different doors?

Looking to specialize in privacy and was considering getting the CIPP/CIPM/CIPT. I already have my CISSP and CISA. Is it worth it?

I’m in-house at a small company (60 people), started right out of law school about 5 years ago. We had a legal team of 5 then. Everyone has left and we just hired a new GC. I went from $70k to $100k a little over a year ago. I am expecting an offer from a firm doing business law work but think this might be an opportunity to go to my current employer and ask for a significant raise, with new offer in hand. Any thoughts or advice going into this?

Is it a good idea to message the recruiter posting the job on LinkedIn before applying? If so, what should I write?

Or should I just apply?

Have you thought about why PM interview experience is totally different than the actual PM job ? PM interview goes typically with current domain, design xyz for abc, guesstimate; whereas in actual job you have ‘n’ no. of constraints to build, leadership priority , sufficient time to think etc. What are your thoughts?

Hi fishes,
I am currently working as a Data Science Analyst in Amex and would like to make a switch to Fraud detection/Credit risk modelling in future.(not in a hurry but would like to start preparing for the same)
How should I go about preparing for it? Is MBA the only course?
My current tech stack is Python, Pyspark, Hive, SQL, ML, DL(specifically NLP based). I have already done MS in CS from IIT Kgp.
I am confused mainly cause the tech stack requirement is similar to my role in the company.

For all the former consultants, what skills have you learned that helped you transition to PM and what skills did you have to unlearn?

I have cleared CTS interview and have asked for 21lpa with 6 yoe in automation testing. Do they give that much with the yoe I have ?

How many of you roll/ use MDMA ? If so how often?

Hi people actually i got a call on 30th april that you have been selected to Barclays but still on the career portal it's showing completed. But the hr has told me the joining date but i didn't received anything

Is the pace and WLB a lot different between T1 and T2 firms in the middle east?

Fish who went to M7 schools - what was your GMAT score?

I have got Gurgaon as base location in offer letter. But since I lost a parent(my father) and relocating is kind of not possible for me at this moment can I ask them to relocate me to Kolkata?

PS - I am a campus hire so a fresher - Analyst

This concept fascinates me & since I saw it on Reddit, I wanted to bring it here. Tell me what your experience has been like :)

Trying to understand risk of loss and title better. When does it make sense for title to transfer upon receipt of payment? Why would title and risk transfer separately?

Also wondering what curriculum is being used, if any, in your classrooms

Diversification is the key. My portfolio includes a bit of most of these.

1. Debt/Liquid mutual funds (direct)
2. Gold
3. REIT (fractional ownership and distribution)
4. Equity mutual funds (ELSS, direct)
5. Direct equity (India)
6. US stocks and ETFs (tech & genomics)
7. Crypto currency (interest deposits)

I currently working as project coordinator (on-site) for 3 months 10hrs everyday with package $75k, I want to move to remote or hybrid work but I only have 8 months of experience from my previous employer and I have completed my master's in construction management in 2021. Should I stay in my role a bit longer to gain experience or I am not able to find remote or hybrid matching my profile. Your advice and comments are much appreciated.

Recommendations for lightweight low maintenance versatile blazer?

What are the tiers like at bdo in risk advisory? Associate, senior, manager, director, md, partner? Is there a level between manager and director?

Any Black Friday kitchen gadget deals you're looking at?

Any resources out there to find great up-and-coming photographers, stylists, set designers etc, in LA?

Is it too late to get a tech job now if I graduate next semester in may? applied for many software engineer roles in nyc but haven’t heard back

FYI Today and tomorrow you can view Perseid Meteor Shower. Those in Philly or NY should go to Cherry Springs State park to view spectacular night skies and thank me later.

I literally only stay on my project because I'm worried that my manager would have a breakdown if I left. I dislike everything about my work. I really care about my manager, though. Would you leave?

Non-Fiction book recommendations please?

Which firms are on FB? Feels like FB is overweighted D and ACN.

Any book recommendations about human psychology / thought processes?

Hottest new restaurant in downtown DC?

Do APCs get automatic sponsorship at BCG?

This job is such bullshit, out in a month, can't wait

Has anyone tried flirting with check in staff to score an upgrade? Does it work? Tips?

How much money is in your checking account? Me first: a lowly $3k.

Tips on getting my gf's ring size without her knowing? I have access to her rings.

Hired as SA1. if my utilization is low for round table but I’ve gotten good Snapshots will I go up to SA2 or SA1B, which I don’t want of course.

Road worriers, has anyone successfully received compensation for weather related flight cancellation / delay for personal travel?

Staff 1 Rating 3, with an 8% hike. Good/bad ?

Utilization director told me today that the layoffs won't affect me. My heart goes out to everyone that had to hear otherwise. Here's to hoping y'all find something better and prosper.

For those of you don't eat lunch at your desk, where do you go and and how do you fend off people asking where you were?

Has anyone moved states and changed their home office / region? (Personal choice not project driven)....If so, what's the process? What approvals are needed?

Shit Consultants Say.....

turned off all lights in my hotel room before leaving. small steps.

Why do all the millennials I know run marathons but have to use valet instead of free parking and walking?