I've only worked for a Big 4 for a couple years but I'm ready to move on, looking for a better WLB...should I stick it out a little longer so it looks better on my resume or am I good to start job hunting?

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Are you still an associate? I’d suggest to hit at least Sr

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Stay for at least one promo unless you have an amazing opportunity or your health is legitimately suffering.

If you’ve had at least year of busy season the company I work for is hiring. Huge pay increase and work life balance. Let me know if you’d like to hear more. Left Deloitte for this job.

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Looking for any tips! I am CA qualified with 3 YOE in external audit and 1 in internal audit now. Don’t see in a future in IA so thinking of doing MBA and making a move out. Anyone who did MBA post external/ internal audit. Is it worth it and what role did you take post MBA?? Any help appreciated!!

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Hi everyone! In this field, when choosing a masters degree program is it more beneficial to get a degree in Human Resources to further my knowledge in HR (my undergraduate degree is in Economics) , an MBA, or Data Science Degree due to the fact that HR is becoming more data driven as well as get a PHR / SHRM-CP certification?

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Can the group members please share their experience about the CFE exam? How many days of preparation does it require? What are some of the useful study resources?

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I see different thoughts about online certifications and boot camps if you don’t have experience. Any thoughts? Also what’s the best way to break into tech?

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My goal with law school was big law. I graduated top 30% at a T50, are my chances at Big Law done?

I have mid-size firm offers, but it appears that significant big law hiring is done.

Does anyone have any suggestions for picking a firm that will get me there?

Any advice is greatly appreciated, thank you!

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Is moving from Product management to management consulting a right move given the future growth and compensation ? I have around 11 plus years of IT experience largely in Product Management.When I see LinkedIn profile of management consultants I see few of them get hired on C level positions in other companies but do not see that for Product manager except starting their own startup.Need suggestions if i should keep this transition dream or not

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I’m in Deloitte human capital and want to eventually (but sooner rather than later) move to industry doing internal talent/people stuff. My coach recommended getting SPHR or equivalent. Thoughts?

Applied for the MIT Sloan MBA/Harvard MPP dual and got into Sloan. Would this significantly increase my chances of getting into the MPP?

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Any fish 🐠 here work for a vc or firm that invests in early stage companies through seed funding, or series a etc... willing to chat with me and provide guidance on an opportunity I am exploring with a vc. I connected with a vc that has $1b under management and I am exploring a principal / venture partner level role with them. First time going through this process with a vc and would love some advice. 20 yoe, senior leader with FAANG. Thanks.

I want to leave my captive company. I don’t think I am ready to be totally on my own even with a cluster group etc. There is an option to be subcontractor in another independent company. I can write she said like 300 companies in many states, it would be helpful because I have many friends out of state. Is taking 25% of sales for giving CRM and companies too much? Seems like a lot. It is like “owning your book” but I assume I would pay a high price if I want to totally manage myself in a futu

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Is there anything you would change about the career path you took in the industry?

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Has anyone passed the Oracle GL 2021 exam yet ?

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Hi Fishes, I'm in a huge dilemma now. Im currently working with TCS and my CCTC is 10.29 LPA and I hold 2 offers, one with with Bank of America for 17.5 LPA Fixed and with CTS for 19 LPA.
My last date is Dec-30 and I received a call today from TCS HR for retaining me for 16 LPA max.
Earlier,before the call I had Bank of america in mind ahead of CTS for its work culture ,hike %, job security and other benefits. But here in TCS also I have very good role, job security and comfort.Please suggest!!

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Hi there! I work for a tech start-up and I've been tasked with revisiting their compensation philosophy and propose a better structure. I think this will also require me to revisit job titles, existing talent and tenure, performance, career paths, and the organizational structure. Any useful tips as I tackle this big undertaking?

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Which is better
CitiusTech or Deloitte . Salary is not a concern wlb and projects are important. 5 yoe.

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How do your exit opps differ after 4 years at MBB vs 2 years at MBB and 2 years at a UMM?

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Lawyer Couples:
I’m currently an associate (no kids) in a very busy corp group (think 50-60 billable weekly). My wife works significantly less (currently part time, 10-15, but hopefully will be full time soon). I find myself getting upset when asked to help with basic household things (trash, cooking etc.) when she’s been lounging around watching Netflix all day. Am I being reasonable or am I a misogynist? How do you deal with one person having significantly more free time than the other?

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As an IT infrastructure i have been tagged un cognizant internal project to support the cognizant owned datacenters VMs and infrastructure.

Can anyone please tell me how is that project in terms of Career growth and learning??

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Any agencies looking for a junior copywriter? Preferably remote.

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How do you get used to someone looking over your shoulder and watch you design? It makes me so nervous

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Is Salesforce still continuing WFH or do we need to come to office?

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Started at my first real firm job after quitting a nonprofit and I’m loving the new firm! But I’m the only one with pronouns in my email signature… should I bring this up? I think everyone here is cis but it would signal inclusion when we send emails, no?

How long would you say it takes to adjust to a new job?

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How to ask manager for onsite opportunity?

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I found one of my coworker's anonymous Twitter accounts, and it has a ton of red flags involving bigotry, sexism, etc. It's a personal account, so should I mention it to HR or not?

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Recently relocated to USA. Looking for a job in Private equity Accounting in California as Fund Accountant Manager. Any leads and also, how much salary should I expect?

Just joined my agency & I’m really enjoying it!We’re hiring at a lot of different levels across our east and west coast offices (remote included). If you’re interested, message me!

B2B experience is ideal but we have consumer roles too.

PR Account Managers & Directors
Sr. Account Executives
Digital Marketing Managers & Directors
Director of Ecommerce
Senior Paid Digital Specialists
Research & Data Analysts
Art Director
Creative Director
UX/UI Designer

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have any (females) dealt with imposter syndrome in a male dominated sport? i just started jiu jitsu at a really great academy but for some of the classes I’m the only girl and it’s a little intimidating. i feel like i don’t belong/deserve to be there. the guys are all super nice, so it’s nothing against them, i just get in my head a lot about it.

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I too break down many times at my job. 9 years and counting

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Hey guys,
Currently I’m working as an Associate Data Scientist and I’m very fond of creating charts and visualisations for my output/presentations. I’ve recently started learning PowerBI and would really want to know some informative pages, channels or any other sources where I can get my complete hands on to this tool.

Thanks in advance.

Facebook (Meta) business product strategy interview coming up next week. Really want the job. Any tips or suggestions? Facebook (Meta)

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It’s time to recognize the agencies who have — and have not — made any sort of pledge or progress in support of BLM.

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I’ve spent more time digging through TB/GL lines in FDD (over year experience) than I did in audit…. This is glorified audit

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Does your firm give you credit for hours that were written off? Sometimes I feel if you don’t lose anything for hours cut from the bill, you have incentives not to be 100% honest w/ your timesheet.

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Any US companies hiring remote @ Canada ?

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Just wanted to confirm if we have an option for buyouts during the NP,is it normally negotiable to 30 days,how does it work?

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Hello everyone,

I’m new to the group and Im looking to start the IVF process. I have a few questions if you all can assit w/ info. & experience, where the best place to start?

Thanks

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Hi guys, yoe: 18; tech: Java j2ee cloud tech leadership..looking for Director level roles in Hyderabad in product companies. Cctc:55Lpa; What's ideal ctc to look for?

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EY feels kinda...cheap. Are the other B4 like this?!

Is part time work in audit ever possible?

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Got approached by a recruiter for the first time!!! Don’t know why I’ve got my panties in a bunch and I’m super excited haha

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Suggestions on how to improve at work? I feel like everyone knows more than me and feeling like I’ve been left behind. Where did all of this knowledge come from??

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Does anyone have any experience or insight into any of the audit firms that focus specifically on digital assets, crypto mining, blockchain etc for e.g Cohen & Co ?

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What are some key differences between US GAAP audit and IFRS audit?

Anyone have advice for a first year about to start? Things you wish you did, things you wish you didn’t do?

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Curious about PA M1 bonus. IA to be precise. What’s the percentage?

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KPMG I’m interested in learning more about your AWA alternative work arrangements. Any success stories? When would be the appropriate time to request one? Are certain types more likely to be approved than others? What does a compressed work schedule entail?

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Is it burning a bridge for leaving PA after only less than a year working in the company? I am in the verge of giving my two-week notice.

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Does anyone actually like fund accounting? What are the upsides? Any thoughts on what the bonus payout would be at a NYC fund with 2bill AUM. 3 years of work experience.

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Has anyone made a move from a “cushy” lifestyle to move to NYC? I’ve had a desire to move for a while but the logical part of my brain is holding back. Also insight into PwC NYM would be great!

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Got hired by BDO Dallas and will be starting soon, would it be such a heavy ask if I asked them to transfer me to the Austin office? My boyfriend has been trying to get a job in Dallas but he hasn’t

Anyone here has taken the PMP certification ? Is it worth it over MBA and if you're managing projects in Advisory?

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Any Financial Services or Construction Seniors out there looking for a change or better pay? Crowe has a ton of positions open, and competitive pay, can probably negotiate a sign on bonus. Willing to split the referral bonus as well! Really just need the help! DM me if interested!

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So what's the deal with read receipt requests? Are they timing people once they have that notification? 🙄

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Only senior on a demanding client, managing multiple staff and managers. I really like my team and the work but I’m starting to lose motivation and burn out after the long time being the only one in my position here... and I don’t want to sound ungrateful, but feels like I don’t get fairly paid for the amount of time and effort I put in... any advice to get out of this negative mindset?

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Email on your phone. Why do you or why don’t you have it? Pros and cons?

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