Is strategy/bizops a stable job? Strategy department has never been a profit/revenue center, so when lay-off comes, would it be the first roles/departments in getting layoffs? Google Amazon Facebook (Meta) Microsoft

Should I negotiate a severance package even though it’s not in my contract and it’s not required by UK law?

Started with a new company about 3 months ago, and I really like the position and the team, but the company just had a pretty big round of layoffs, and I’m concerned it won’t be the end of it...

Why does no one discuss the real elephant that’s in the room? Most people hired in tech the last few years weren’t qualified. A few years of woke friends hiring woke friends lead us here. The positions that are getting laid off are mostly admin/recruiter related (jobs with transferable skills most people can do). It’s not the end of the world, people will find other jobs. Just no more made up titles making 6 figures at home watching Netflix (good thing).

I’ve been laid off and, as I embark on my job search, I’d like to keep my marketing skills sharp. Any recommendations on must read books, or resources?

Major layoffs happening at Deloitte advisory..focussed on SMs but lots of Ms and SCs being let go too..do you know someone who was let go recently ?

Anyone else sweating the rumored layoffs @ BlackRock? Not looking good and Im freaking out!

Hi all. Was just laid off along with a few other people from my company, after 18 were laid off last month. Looking for a sales position, over 20 years of sales and account management experience, the last 3 in tech. Tech roles have included HR SaaS, Logistics/ eCommerce, and recruiting SaaS. Any leads would be greatly appreciated.

Hi, currently looking for a job in Consulting as I got laid off during COVID. I have experience in software consulting for 5 years now, recent experience working in HIT doing Software implementations.

Hey team! So I was laid off from my SDR position about a week ago. A couple months back, I had an offer for a BDR position that I ended up turning down but I really liked and connected with the manager. Is it worth it to reach out? I applied to other positions in the same company. What about reaching out to previous co workers at a different company? Not sure how to navigate this… please help. Also I’m sorry if this is the wrong bowl to post in.

I was recently laid off from a OEM start up in a 20% company wide work force reduction. I have had multiple interviews since then and almost all, except one have said I was being pushed to the next round. Out of the couple that I was told I was pushed to the next round, one or two have just vanished and won’t return emails or phone calls. I understand things can change (found someone better suited) but is this ghosting thing a norm now?

Other expert report found numerous error in my calculation... I may get fired

Most likely getting fired, tips on how to find a job ASAP? I made a pretty big mistake that required supplemental filings with government offices to fix (missed some items when reviewing/comparing long lists of things across 20-30 years). It’s fixable and the client isn’t really getting hurt by this (worst case signing gets delayed), but my anxiety is telling me to prepare for the worst. Can I ask for extra time at the firm to find a new job (so I wasn’t “fired”)? Or should I go for severance?

I’ve been on the bench with J1 for about 3 months. I was worried that because I couldn’t find another project, I would get laid off so I found J2, which pays more, is very meeting heavy, but I really like. I’ve kept J1 because I’m still on the bench doing absolutely nothing and getting paid. Thinking about looking for a role on a project with J1 that’s not along my career path but will allow for me to do work with no calls so that I can manage both jobs. Does anyone have experience or advice?

How stable is Mastercard? I have an offer from them and a food beverage company and my interest is definitely in mastercard but concerned about layoffs.
TC for both is 126k exactly so can’t base it off that either. I’m definitely way more interested in the tech space but like I said this economy is worrisome and I know food and beverage are the last to be affected.

Currently at big4 ops transformation, I have great support and trajectory but comp is low compared to what I could get else where, probably 30%. How much is that support worth in long term comp? Tempted to see what I could get out in the market. Any advice would be helpful

Is anyone familiar with the work from Wunderman Thompson in Austin? I know they do Dell. Who are their other clients?

Anyone works with any great executive recruiters for possible new opportunities?

Hi Fishes,

I got email from LTI "Thank you for applying to LTIMindtree and going through our complete selection process" on 27 Sept but after 1 week I follow up on offer letter she said my approval got rejected due high expectation (35% hike ). We re-negotiate at 6 Oct (30% hike). Now they will release offer letter or not ?

Anyone have any insight on O’Keefe Reinhard & Paul (OKRP)? For some reason it’s not even popping up on Glassdoor...

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Hi Fishes,
What should be the salary for Manager / Sr Manager having 14+ yoe in project/product service operations? I am at 32 lpa which I think is quite low having worked with top consulting firms for close to 12 years.

My boyfriend wants kids. The only kids I want are the ones with fur and 4 legs. He loves them because he has nieces and nephews, but he doesn’t even wake up when our senior cat cries at night or throws up on the floor. I’m the one that hears it. Doesn’t make me feel hopeful that he’ll wake up when he hears a baby cry at night. He sleeps like a log.

Are there restrictions on tradings stocks and options at MBB or non-big4 management consulting firms (LEK, Accenture, etc.)?

LTI -Appeared for LTI L1 round on 9th july. The panel even clearly told he is recommending my name for Next round. What is the process they follow and generally how much time HR take to keep L2 ? I tried calling hr n dropped a mail too but no response.

I have an interview soon at J.p. morgan for a marketing strategy position and then another the next day for a communications associate position. Any tips or advice going into the interviews?

Has anyone here gone to therapy for having a monotone voice and appearing unenthusiastic? I’ve been getting wrecked at work on evals for the last couple years and it’s starting to impact my career. I try hard to be animated but it’s either exhausting or still doesn’t come out right to those that don’t know me

i have a good circle of friends since elementary school. 7 of us total. We are now in our early 30s. I am the only one not married/have kids. All of them live paycheck to paycheck even with 2 paychecks-barely above poverty. i go on vaction 3 times a year (2 weeks each time) and spend around $25k to 30k on vacation annually. I make $260k and am single. A few times a year my friends would comment how lucky i am to have cash to use on vacations they could only dream of. Conintue below...

Chicago in-house agency looking for a copywriter to work on their social team.

I had a different opportunity come up, but the gig sounds interesting. Shoot me a DM if you’re interested.

Where can I get surgical mask in Seattle?

I’m applying to some PE funds (currently a BA at a top consultancy). I want to know, assuming I get in, when can I buy myself a Ferrari and a yacht?

Just came back from 6 mos of maternity leave and I feel all over the place. I’m unorganized, scatter brained, and feel like the wheels just aren’t cranking. Any tips on how to get back to where I was?

Anyone tuning into RHOP?

Has anyone used homeroom? I saw their ad today it looks interesting. They are offering end to end services. Basically they help you find a rental property, close the deal and then you lease it to them. They will provide monthly rents to you.

Brothers company offered stock options to him. How do you know if it’s a good deal to buy? I know nothing about start ups / stock options

Best Product course on Udemy? Trying to transition to Product and I feel this night help.

This MAANG leadership recruiter be stalking my profile for two weeks straight but no Inmail yet 🤡

hi, I recently joined a strategy group and have only worked at IBM. I am curious how the strategy planning process works in other technology companies to compare to my own experience. wondering what is similar vs diff for this line of profession across the industry. can anyone share their company’s general process, timing, duration, who’s involved? thanks!

Product School sent me a certificate for going to their conference. No, not for doing any trainings, just for showing up 🤣

I might even print this out and stick it in a drawer, just so I can pull it out as a prop to laugh about

How do your companies allocate budget to different products? I’m curious as I’m trying to stand this up a small startup and wanted to get some thoughts

When hiring a product manager, what skill sets and experiences are you looking for? I have two YOE in product management and am looking to prep my resume to look for new opps. Any advice appreciated! :)

Hi all! I have an interview for privacy/ security program management at Meta. Anything I should be aware of for this role? I am currently in a PM role, so do you think it would be easier to transition into that once Im in?

I’m the PM for a product that uses both iOS and Android as mobile platforms. From a planning perspective, do you track the platforms in different epics or do you create stories for both mobile operating systems in the same epic for the feature being built?

I know this is going to differ greatly but wanted to get an informal survey here of what the hours are like in product management. If you are a PM, can you state your level (early, mid, late in career) and average hours per week worked?

Hi all. I work in HRIS system implementations. I’m curious to understand if Product Management is a role I can pivot to. Anyone here willing to let me pick their brain? TIA

What are the most desirable big tech companies to work for, in order - and why?

+ what are some exciting unicorns to work for, and why?

Any tips on making cold calls better when someone seems unenthused? Just had a very awkward informational call that felt like I was interviewing someone, even though they're the one building a team. It was as if they weren't at all excited by their role or vision. They're a very senior PM too, so enthusiasm was the one thing I kind of expected no matter what 😬
(or maybe they just dismissed my background out the gate and didn't really want to talk to me... but then why take the call at all?)

Does anyone know when Amazon opens up the Pre-MBA Product Manager Technical immersion application for Summer 2023?

For anyone who’s gone through it, could you speak to the new product pitch that can land you an early internship offer?

Thanks!

Would any senior product managers at Amazon be willing to share their WLB experiences? How many hours worked, stress levels, etc.

Any thoughts on how best to prepare for product manager interviews for Google?