Lately, it feels like burnout is just part of the job in finance, and everyone shrugs it off like it’s no big deal. Last week, I joked with a coworker about how I worked 70 hours and barely slept (even with the holiday), and they just said, “Same!” But is it? I can’t help wondering if we’re all just accepting something we shouldn’t. I’ve tried things like blocking off time for lunch or leaving by 7 PM twice a week, but it’s hard when the culture rewards constant hustle. Is this just how it is in our industry, or have you found ways to set boundaries without falling behind?

Recruiter reached out to me for a PE opportunity in SoCal. Any ideas of WLB of PE (as compared to consulting)?

Raise your hand if you have to work over the weekend (even though the juniors under you don’t have to)?! ✋

I’m curious to know if anyone has experience working part-time in architecture? I have been working for large international firms in NYC for the past 10 years. So I work all day every day. My evenings and often the weekends are all absorbed by work duties. Working part-time would allow me to find a better balance, and carve out space for side gigs and eventually start my own firm. Any recommendations?

Hi! Anyone work/worked at ServiceTitans as an SBM implementation manager? What’s the company culture like? Work-life-balance, growth opportunities, learning, salary…etc Anything at all. What the role entails? Thank you 😊

Is anyone familiar with post IB exit into something like IR? Still new to the game and other than PE (due to the herd mentality), I don’t know much about other exits for better work/life balance. If anyone has insight on type of work, recruiting process, and comp it would be super appreciated. TIA

How is WLB at Citius tech ? Are we pushed to work over time ?

One day your stressed for working 15hrs then the very next day your scared bc your not busy and everyone is still on at 11pm.

When someone asks in a call/meeting “how are you doing “ everyone says good but in reality you are drowning with work and stressed

Has anyone exited from Management Consulting in KPMG to Microsoft Consulting services? Keen to hear of opinions primarily around quality of work, WLB, Pay, bonus and work culture. Any opinion/ view is greatly appreciated.

Might be the wrong bowl but finding it extremely difficult to focus on work post busy season. It’s been 2 weeks since we filed and I’m still taking lots of naps and breaks (I’m talking like 3-4 cumulative hrs worked during the day). Idk if I’m taking longer to recover from busy season bc I’m getting old or if I’m over public accounting (but then where do i go). Tried to schedule time with a therapist but everyone has a months-long waitlist so next step might be trying to find a life/career coach

Anyone taken a leave of abscence to take care family before? Kinda paranoid about being let go if I take too much time away from work

What’s your opinion on working out for an hour mid day at random times when you are at a good stopping point in your work?

I’m able to work a full week without ever speaking face to face with another person.

Why do leaders keep comparing how “good”the new staff/seniors have it because they make more money starting out then they did and working 55 hours is better than the 70-80 hours they used to work? Instead they should compare what options they have available to them and what their goals are.

What would you do if you didn’t need money? I have a fair amount coming one day and don’t actually need to work to live a good life (middle / upper-middle class). I work because of this vague notion of “ambition” and because everyone I grew up around is highly competitive and hard driving. I just feel unhappy so often and am wondering what this is all leading to. Scared I’m wasting my life being unhappy / in turmoil cause it’s what my culture wants me to do.

Has anyone left healthcare and is now really happy? I’m an MSN, RN with 12 years hospital experience. I’m burned out and tired of making crap pay. I have an opportunity outside of healthcare that would pay more and challenge me in new ways that I haven’t experienced before. It’s a total shift that would really heal my work-life balance, job satisfaction and budget. My only fear is that I would not be using the license and degree that I worked so hard for. I would appreciate any input!!!!

Is your compensation and performance reviewed automatically on a regular/annual basis? I don’t get either of these unless I ask for it! Found out others in our company experienced the same as me. Lowball Salaries trending as a common pain point

I like my team and work life balance, during the pandemic was very beneficial to my wellbeing. However feel I owe it to myself now, to be earning what I’m worth in the market (I’m underpaid by a fair bit) especially with inflation costs

Left IBD to quickly - VP1 opps?

Long story short - was lured into an opportunity to do BD for a large PE PortCo… better work/life balance, but honestly miss the deal cycle.

Anyone know of open VP1 opps right now?

Quick background - former MM banker (think Raymond James, Piper Sandler size) doing FinTech and Asset Management within FIG, but also open to other sectors.

Thanks!

Hey does anyone know how to best prep for the Accenture Industry X Anaylsty

Showcase
Scenario
and Strenght Based Interviews.

Thank you

Do hedge funds people have better schedule than PE people?

Do you think that we're looking at another lockdown soon?

B4 DC consulting SA1promoted during Covid. Making 85k and feeling like this is really low. 5 YOE. Looking to negotiate hard for a bump. Need help with pay bands. Please no mean comments.

I am a Staff and was giving the task of organize audit conclusion lunch with client. So I am looking for restaurant recommendations in Newark,NJ to take client for lunch. Anybody?

Hi. My baby seems to have an infection in her paw. Any home remedies until i get her to the vet tomorrow? She has been experiencing joint issues so I put grip socks on her to help ease while walking. I’ve been sick this week and haven’t changed her socks daily like i normally do😔😔😭😭 and i notice it’s super swollen and red. Help help i feel so bad

Anyone from Embark able to tell me about some benefits you have. Like how long is Paternity leave and do you have to be with the firm for a year to use it? Also what health insurance do you have? I saw that Embark fully pays premiums but if it’s a junk insurance company then that’s not so great haha.
Also how often are you traveling / in office? Thanks!

Looking to network with other consultants (probably software or project/program management) in the area.
Where are the good places to look for networking opportunities?

Hi there! Would appreciate some advice since my appraisal period is coming up. Would also love to know what my peers are earning across the legal tech industry! :)

Hello Fishes, Can anyone give me referral in Deutsche Bank. I have one year of experience in trade reconciliations and trade settlement using swift and ACH payment. Looking for analyst role in same job domain.

Looking for Referral at GOC.. Please let me know if anyone ready to provide referral @goc

What do when you’ve already accepted a job offer but then received a better offer? Does it look bad on you to decline the first offer?

Is it worth it to pay for your own certification ?

Anyone working in Coimbatore IBM.. is there any openings for react developer's ?