In years past, people used to talk about Oracle, Cisco, IBM and GE the way they talk about FAANG now.

Before that it was Digital Equipment, and Wang Computers. Before that it was AT&T, Ford, GM, and Chrysler. The list goes on.

Along the way, the people who over-optimized for those companies got laid off at the worst time possible - late 40s/early 50s.

The point is that you shouldn't get enamored with a brand. FAANG will eventually go that way too.

I made a couple errors at a new job. An important document to be distributed had wrong information on it, which was proofread by 2 other people. Then a couple of typos in emails, the person micromanaging me told me to send out but I didn’t fix the errors. Failed to meet a deadline but completed 95%. I was written up over all this last week, fired this week. There’s a lot more to this but I think it’s because the DM doesn’t like me.

Is current layoffs only happening in Amazon US offices or Amazon India offices as well ?

A reminder to all: we are going through very difficult times. Please help someone who has gotten laid off if you can!

Looking for respectful ways to manage helping people in need of a job or seeking mentorship. I get 3-4 requests a week from mutual contacts asking if I can connect with a former colleague (always broad). Typically the ask is a 30-45 min call. I’ve been laid off, I know how hard a time it is, but equally am working long hours, parenting and want to reserve time for those I know. How do others manage these extra calls into their weeks?

Any news on layoffs/recession in banking industry?

As a customer screamed “I’m going to get you fired!” I thought “thank you, that would be wonderful.” That’s when I realized it was time for a change. What was your last straw?

So why do company merges result in mass layoffs?

Name and shame the firms doing stealth lay-offs.

Deloitte US just announced layoffs. Any other B4 started layoffs too ?

I got laid off today 🥲 would appreciate anyone who can help refer UX or product designer roles. 🙏

Resume question I've had three positions over my career one of which lasted 3 months and that I got fired from, the job search took an additional 2 months. Is it worth it to leave the 3 month stint off my resume? It might be easier to explain getting fired then a 5-month gap I was thinking

What's the projection and outlook for state and local gov consulting? I'm at a small but somewhat well known firm in this space, but our leadership hasn't shared much on the outlook, given the economic slow down and layoffs

Hi connections, I was fired by my company Home Credit yesterday, 70% of my channel has been fired. I worked here as an Engagement manager. I lead the project of inhouse products where I deals with B2C centric markets( Usability of products, cross-selling, contact policies, PNL setup, awareness etc) as well as the B2B centric marketing segment ( end-to-end project management, defining performance metric, gathering information, recommendations etc). Plz give me a reference, connect on 8544357887

Hi fishes,
Has coforge fired any employees in 2022?

I heard UKG has fired many employees this year?
Is it good for job security?

Is it any surprise we’re seeing mass layoff in tech? Years of rich friends hiring rich friends with no work ethic has lead us here. I know way too many tech people who work maybe an hour a day followed by errands and traveling. A lot of getting in these places is who you know, apparently that doesn’t work out like it used to. The amount of people who worked for Meta, Apple, Amazon, etc for a few months / maybe a year is astounding. it’s around that time frame a boss can tell if you’re worth it

How do you recommend dealing with a partner senior to you trying to do anything possible to push you out, force you to quit, or get you fired for years? Owner knows my abilities and likes me (contd)

What’s the most diabolical exit you or a colleague has had from a company? For context, I’m not talking necessarily on bad terms - just a savage exit that’s all

Hi! This is post is for a friend who was recently laid off due to budget constraints at their company. They’re actively looking for new roles in Business Analytics, Finance or a combination of both. Any referral would be extremely appreciated.

Hi Fishes,
I have 1.8 yrs Exp and working in the Big data domain and have a few offers please help to decide on the comparatively better option based on salary, Work-life Balance, security, and Carrer Growth.

EY GDS: CTC 12 ( 11.20 Fixed )
Publicis Sapient: 16 CTC ( 14.5 LPA FIXED )
Neudesic (IBM) 16 CTC ( 14.5 FIXED + WFH Remote Complete )
PubMatic: 22.70 CTC + 2 lakhs Joining Bonus ( 16 fixed LPA + Other benifits, stocks, etc )

It will be very helpful if you can suggest with some reason.

After leaving BL, what salary do most people settle at or is that way to general of a question?

What are the hours like in Deal Advisory KPMG?

Hi, Anyone got update on renegotiation with IBM?

Hello everyone,

1. How do you self asses your performance as a designer and send it to your manager?
Do you make an excel format or make a presentation showing progress of projects visually?

2. I have been into design since 8+ years and my compensation is 80k CAD. Annually
With no benefits.
How much should I ask for?

3. My achievements were:
2 scholarships in design
Learning UX design - designing 2 websites in the past year.
Managing instagram posting and designing.

Hi folks, I am working with a few friends on a fintech idea. I opted to build the marketing roadmapping strategy for the soft launch/prototype phase as I want to learn about the field. Any guidance where should I start? Any guidance, books, topics will be helpful 😊

Just curious about salaries in Morgan Stanley Investment Management India, particularly Marketing department. What's the pay like for Associate, Senior Associate and VP? Do share your Yoe as well! Thanks.

Hello,
I've recieved an offer from Morgan Stanley, my previous salary was around 6 Lpa and last offered was around 15 Lpa (WFH), I quoted 40 to 45% on top of that around 22 Lpa considering Mumbai location, WFO and Glassdoor pay range.
Did I just do a mistake by quoting too high a number? Please let me know your opinions.
YOE: 3.5
Tech Stack: Java Full stack devMorgan Stanley JPMorgan Chase

Who else has to deal with urinals that splash all over the damn place? Any solutions?

Has anyone freelanced (remotely) for a company overseas? How did you handle contract/payment?

I’m on my first big freelance project and could use some help. I was asked to estimate the number of days on project with limited information, but once I got into it, the bigger scope was revealed. This, along with delays from the client means it’s taking much longer to complete.
How do you navigate this type of situation?

Can anyone give review about Honeywell for senior in leadership category.

Aerospace Systems Engineer. HCOL/Los Angeles. Current salary $184k. No bonus. 17 YOE. I'm just posting for a data point.

Hey everyone,
I just moved to the Indianapolis area and was hoping you could help identify what the salary market was here. I have my BS in mechanical engineering, MS in engineering management, and an MBA. I have been working in the auto industry for 7 years. Ideally I would love to find a project manager or similar position at a larger size company. Thanks for the help.

Any insight on CAIA? Difficulty and whether it impacts salary?

My friend and I were hoping to do a quick getaway to warmer weather this weekend (we live in Maine, so we're already freezing)! Our usual getaway is a quick trip to Florida but that's obviously not happening this week. Any suggestions for an awesome warmer place on a budget?

Is scrum master experience a common role for transition into product management?

Has anyone used Mirrorfly’s API for mobile videoconferencing?

Do you guys see ppl moving from a product strategy roles to product manager roles? I’m getting dinged in interviews because I haven’t seen a product through end to end implementation, I primarily work on the early stages and then hand off. I’ve been trying to shadow and volunteer on implementation side...any other tips? Background is 2.5 years in product strategy, 2 years corporate strategy, 3 years in marketing.

What's the best consulting firms for H1B folks who have studied masters in STEM here? Got a cousin graduating this fall and he needs to know H1B/GC policies.

Happy Diwali to all the fishes ! May your dreams and wishes come true 😊.

What's the benefit of trying to get promoted over working 2 remote jobs?

I'm an introverted person, like to keep to myself, focus on work, spend the rest of my time on family, gym etc. I've been told that I need to work on my communication and client relationship building skills. any books I can read? I don't follow pop. culture anymore, no longer actively follow team sports (but sporty myself) as I consider it bread and circus for the masses and don't rly enjoy work drinks... Am I doomed? Personally I am happy and love the work but fear for my career progression.

Would it irk you if one section of my resume had a smaller font than the rest. General text is 10pt but this section for list of publications would be 9pt.

Wealth of experience working in the Bay Area with pre ipo clients going through funding/ working on pitch books etc.

My hometown has a growing tech scene but little funding. Was thinking of parlaying these experiences and starting a bit of a consulting operations to connect the two

Anyone with insight on how I might go about doing this? Would love to chat!

is anyone else seeing an uptick of high school students on linkedin

Looking to improve general communication skills (especially around structuring narrative/ key messages), any books/courses that you would recommend?

Anyone have any recommendations for an office chair that’s super comfortable for someone that doesn’t sit like a normal human? I always sit either cross legged, knees up, etc.

Off to the corporate holiday party, 5 hours open bar, cheers bitches 🥂

Top consulting firms in the aviation / urban air mobility space?

Football’s coming home 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Opinions on Utilization goals?

Love it! The new Uber “quiet ride” option. This will significantly reduce the posts here now that they can’t whine about Uber drivers non-stop chatter 😂

Therapist says I am depressed. But I don’t feel sadness. I feel completely apathetic. I find myself caring less and less every day. I don’t know what to do about it.

Contacted by a PwC recruiter for SM role but the job title says Salesforce Solution Architect. Can someone from PwC UK confirm if this leading towards a technical/specialist track? (Cont.)

Any really impactful books that have helped you career-wise? Not necessarily consulting focused. In need of guidance and a new book so figured I'd kill two birds with one stone or whatever.

Has anyone activated the “pay over time” feature for the Amex platinum?

Any Freemasons lurking around here!? Thinking about making a Bowl for my Traveling Brothers. Maybe to talk about how we view this unique Labor (consulting) in a Masonic context, post some inspirational messages, recommend good books, idk stuff like that...

If y’all were to learn excel from essentially scratch, what resources would you use?

CS major that very infrequently uses excel but feels it’s a necessary skill. Thanks.