Its been 2 months since I joined and my utilization is just 50%. Also my manager makes sure that every mistake of mine is highlighted via an email. IS this usual for a new hire or am i in for a difficult ride?

Entering my 15th week unstaffed for the year. Does Deloitte do layoffs for low utilization? Mine is around 60%

Can you still get promoted on time if you don't meet the utilization metric during promotion year?

Received offer from BCG for ECT AD role. Read numerous comments about ECT being not attractive compared to Generalists track. Also heard challenges about billability/utilization. Any views/guidance is appreciated.

Background - I am not super keen to become an equity partner and comfortable to stay on ECT track. Main reason to join will be opportunity to work with different clients, smart talented people and good brand. I may consider going back to industry after 3-5 years in ECT.

What is the target utilization for a Senior 2? Or number of chargeable hours goal? Is this ever hard to meet?

What other performance factors are considered for PDM besides utilization?

Do you pay your credit cards in full every month?

I ask because I’ve let my credit spending get a bit lax since moving and adopting a puppy recently, so I haven’t been paying them off in full every month like I used to (though still well above the minimum payment, and keeping utilization at 30% or under). It got me thinking about how many people adhere to this advice.

At PwC(S&) are evaluations (career roundtables) driven primarily by utilization? How much do reinvest and snapshots play?

Can you get fired for having low utilization as a senior? My billable hours this busy season have been much lower than my peers.

90% utilization, great snapshots BUT no relationships with the partners in my practice + currently on beach. Everyone I've worked with is shocked. Was told there were HC quotas. Not meritocratic.

hey, I joined Deloitte in June 2020 as an GPS SA analyst, I just staffed on internal project only providing me adjusted utilization. Now my standard util is 40 and my adjusted is 105... and this project last in another month... by then my standard util might be 20.. will my promotion be affected by this? My target promotion year on TOD is 2022. My manager said we might sell to client and extend this project in September but nothing guaranteed.

Hi! I’m doing some research on employee benefits (medical insurance, 401k, HSA/FSA, commuter benefits) and was hoping to connect with People specialists or HR professionals in the comp & benefits space. I’m trying to better understand any pain points or challenges you might face with utilization/enrollment. Anyone interested in connecting? Thank you!

Random partner asked a litigation-related question to a partner I frequently work with (i’m a transactional associate). My partner cc’d me and said for me to briefly look. Asked the library. They got me a great case. Sent it back. Now the random partner is asking for more cases in another circuit.

I haven’t done caselaw research since 1L and this isn’t even my practice… wtf do I do (I am fully utilized in my normal work and have a few deals closing soon…)

Hadn’t noticed this sub before, and most of the threads are old so thought I’d ask a follow up - how has everyone been handling parenting with public accounting? I’ve got a toddler and my wife is an accountant (industry), and we only have a few immediate family in the country- but they have health concerns. Busy season was rough, things are looking better now as things return to normal. Still working crazy hours if you count the daycare duties on top of utilization targets.

Hi all, need some advice here, like a lot of others here, Google is definitely a dream company for me to work at. I come from a non-technical background, currently working as a project manager + associate product manager (20% project situation) at a SaaS company. I would really appreciate the input on my chances for a Program manager/ associate product manager role. Also, what are some of the key skills that are utilized extensively in these roles, which google considers a great asset?

I wish admin utilized Tier 1 supports with teachers. Smiles, appreciations and acknowledging ones efforts would do a great deal to boost morale and climate. I just don’t understand what that is so hard to do.

About to finish my first year. I’m a specialist. Only going to hit 65% of my hours (took a 4 week vacation cause of wedding/hm).

I never say no to work and i have fantastic reviews, and the head of my practice (with whom I work a lot for) has great things to say about me.

I’ve been fully utilized starting ~June, but first few months were slow. Am i fine?!

I was curious what other firms have set as their utilization goals for their different positions?

Currently, everyone from staff to senior manager has a set goal of 90%.

How does it feel to earn less than US Consultants while also struggling for utilization

In the last PDM town hall, they said they were going to lower utilization targets for those that work on projects with capped hours. For those people, have you seen your utilization target lowered? I haven’t seen shit change for me.

Hello All, I am looking for base salary for Sr Manager Medical Affairs Healthcare Innovation Technology (HIT) for imaging. I have 12 yoe and looking to be competitive with negotiating salary.

Can anyone please share the exact address of the AMEX Bangalore office location?!

Hi y’all! I have a cookie business that operates under my stated courage food law. I am interested in getting into corporate gifting. Does anyone have any advice or insights on how I might be able to make that happen?

After how many days of HR discussion I can expect the offer letter ?

When traveling does anyone else struggle to get motivated to use the gym and eat healthy? How do you over come this?

Is tonight a good night to go out (Friday of Memorial Day weekend) or is it going to be dead? Trying to strategize

Anyone going to play AMZN earnings? It’s hard to say if we will still have low expectations this quarter but have to think AWS has done real well this quarter. It’s probably too early to tell how much WMT + is stealing business. The wild card is if they announce stock split.

Do you think it’s a good idea to have a chat with the partner who interviewed you after starting the job? What should you talk about with the partner?

Tampa 🐟,

Moving to Tampa soon. Wife will be working in the safety harbor area. Any recommendations for apartments in the safety harbor area?

Looking for a 2br, ideally less than 1,600. Safety and cleanliness are the most important.

Hi Fishes,
Could you please tell me how PSM1 ( professional scrum master -1) will add value to my role and career?

Currently 8+ overall IT experience and 4+ years into java development ... Recently ...Rejoined after career gap to 2 years

1. How it will enhance my technical profile?
2. Will it be useful for good range of salary ?
3. How will it contribute to career growth?

Advance thanks !!

What are your recommendations for application security scanning tools, both SAST and DAST

KPMG is hiring. Fusion Financials, HCM, SCM, Procurement, Security/GRC, and more. DM for referrals.

Can I turn my computer into a different office in my region than my home office? My last day will be a couple days after Christmas and I don’t want to have to go back just to bring my computer back

Are there any good conservative sources out there that you think people haven't heard enough about? I'm not against liberal viewpoints or anything. I just think they seem more vocal than the conservatives and I would like to find a balance

Who’s getting a bivalent?

How did we all miss the SQUID token (SQUID GAMES) ? 😞

Me and SO seeing significant difference in Coinbase fees for a recurring transaction. Example: I am seeing around $19 fee for 500$ ETH recurring weekly while he is seeing around a $4 fee. Anyone experienced this? He has been a Coinbase user longer than I have, if that matters at all.

Everyone is finding the guy who spread the news that there will be a market correction in hike 😂😂😂

Is ey gds planning to call their folks?
I don't wana go to ofc😛

Hi Foks, what CTC I can expect if I make a switch to EY GDS as a banking business analyst. I have 5 yoe as a Banking BA. Current CTC is 6lpa.

Hey Folks can anyone tell me what hike we can expect from Senior 2 Year 1 to year 2 as progression in Ey gds in coming incremental cycle.

What is the appraisal cycle in EY GDS? When do we get appraisal year end rating and hikr letter and amount?

my last package was 4.8 how much I can expect in EY GDS having 5 year experience???

Please help

@Assurance - Promotion letters started rolling out already?!

Anyone can throw some light on KPMG Global Team Leader Profile - Account Management Services? Need to know growth prospect, incentive structure, salary range and team size.

Hi folks! If I quit this week, will I still get my bonus? (My LWD will be around September 26-27)

Can the HR revoke my offer letter altogether, If I request for a salary renegotiation just 1 month before my joining date?
This for EY GDS, HR Manjula.

How much percent of the variable pay generally people can get in EY GDS. Got an offer with 15% as variable pay in an cloud architect role. In average how much people get..

Hi folks! Just wanted your Gyan on what should be the appropriate compensation for someone at AM level in GDS CCaSS practice. YoE-6

Has anyone recently joined EY GDS Noida location and collected their laptop from office?

Nearly 800+ people joined in EY GDS on 22nd Aug? Is EY GDS having really good time or will it face difficulties in near future? Can the existing emp of GDS shed light on it please? I was scared to know the figure in orientation.

What would be the impact on GDS? will GDS also split in two parts and along with Remain co. And News Co. Accordingly?

Is there anyone who has submitted their EY GDS assets (laptop, headsets etc) via vendor pickup after leaving ey GDS? If yes, what's the process for it.

What's the slab for Manager Level 2 or Level 3 in Taxation? Does it crosses 30-32L?
YOE - 10+ Years

Hello friends, Any updates on mid-year promotion for EY GDS? EY INDIA members have received mails already.

Hike expectations for someone who got mid year promotion ?con to scon