Looking at an MBA at London Business School (LBS). Looking for a career switch from strat consulting to more finance and investing. What are your experiences at LBS and if you felt LBS MBA was worth it?

Hi fishes,

Is it worth studying REST-assured automation. I have 2+ yrs exp as a QA engg particularly in UI automation using Java and Selenium.

Hi Fishes,

Any one worked in global logic and Fujitsu?
Is it good to join global logic for 3 yoe as java developer. Does global logic have more development work?
Please suggest

Does Controllership at Deloitte have anything to do with FP&A? Thinking in terms of career progression

Good morning everyone! I am currently working as an Occupational Therapist at a Level 1 center but am looking to pivot into the clinical research field. Can anyone give any insight into transitioning from bedside to clinic research? Everytime I look online there seems to be certificate programs that may or may not be a scam/waste of money. Would appreciate any thoughts, insight, personal experience, referral., etc.!

Thank you!

Hi Fishes, Have a query. My spouse is working in the electrical and electronics field for the last 15years, in various GCC countries. Now he wishes to come back to India and wants to join some company here. But seems like similar opportunities are very less, say close to 3-4%. What is your opinion if he takes a DevOps course and do a career change ? What will be the % of getting interviews ? Even if he gets selected, how much will he get?
Please reply.

I want to start learning DevOps, what is the right path to learn DevOps? Does TCS has good projects for DevOps.. Suggest me any combination with DevOps.

Looking to apply to MBB but I’ve only been at my current B4 firm <1 year. I have a few projects/initiatives to talk about, so I would love to hear if I should wait it out for a better shot or if I could apply as is. Thank you in advance! :-)

Is sap security a good fit? And what to learn to gain knowledge??

Hello Fishes,
I need a suggestion.
I have 3.3 YoE in sap po with knowledge of sap abap.
I am interested to work in development for po and abap both. Now i am in po sustain team but in a good project.
Should I switch? Is there any future or opportunities as sap abap and po developer?

I’m taking the CFP exam Nov 8th. All tips/tricks welcomed !!

Thank you so much.

Stay or go ?

I'm at an early stage tech start up and gaining experience in an industry that I like. However, I am getting no formal training or sales coaching. Everything I've done so far (Inc. Targeted marketing and prospecting) has been self taught and I feel like I am lacking professional knowledge if I was to move onto a different company, especially considering that I am not involved in the full sales cycle.

What’s the best course for CFA level 2? Kaplan vs Wiley or Fitch learning? Thanks

How have you evaluated moving to a totally different t career/industry then the one you were in?

Any downsides to leaving a “Counsel” role and moving into a “Legal Affairs” role? Still practicing and representing the company, just a difference of titles, so core work remains the same - what do you think?

Really confused with choosing careers-
Product management as next step or Remain in Strategy Consulting of an IT organisation and switch to pureplay strategy firms?

Could anybody please guide what factors would you deliberate on and what kind of personality would suit for these roles?
I come from Research, Financial analysis background and recently moved into Consulting. I love deliberating on macro solutioning and solving business problems. My current skillsets are more aligned to Financerole

Is it necessary to learn UI automation as an SDET?
Currently I am working on API Testing Project using Pytest, Kafka, Postgres DB .

Hello fellow members of the Fishbowl community,

I am thrilled to have joined this vibrant and supportive group of professionals. As a new member, I am looking forward to learning from and connecting with others who share my interests and expertise.

I have been in the freelance web development industry for two years and have build a solid foundation of skills and knowledge. However, I know that there is always more to learn, and I am excited to tap into the collective wisdom of this community.

Hi Fishers, need your help. I have total 5 years of experience and MBA as highest qualification. I have 3 offers in hand so please help me with pros and cons of each. I am looking for career opportunities and compensation as 50-50 priority basis.

Globant - Business Analyst Role - 15.6 Fixed
TIAA - BA/Product Owner Role - 16 Fixed
XCaliber - Business Analyst Role - 16 Fixed

Which company will give better WLB or better growth? Is the salary as per industry standard or should I negotiate for more?

In today’s market, for NYC, what salary ranges are paid for Underwriters at AVP and/or VP level? 10 years reinsurance experience with 4 years in actual underwriting. Multiple designations.

What tricks do you guys have to keep you focused for bursts of time? I feel like as soon as I start something, I go back and forth between it and whatever else pops into my mind. Any suggestions are welcomed.

Hi to everyone, I am looking for a referral in MBB for wealth management or PE teams, is there anyone that can help me? I am currently enrolled in CFA lvl. I and have 4 yrs of IT strategy consulting experience.

What salary should I expect being full stack Sr .net developer with 5YOE current CTC Is 14Lpa

I really really don't wanna do the dishes :(

I have a serious concern. I am a 23 year old male and still suffer from bedwetting issues and I am just done with this at this point. Does anyone know why this happens or the cause of it? Appreciated

Recos for a vacation with my SO in mid-novemember. Thinking of hikes or any other outdoor activities (minus skiing). Can take a flight fwiw. Thank you

Is there a need for freelance community managers?

Hello fishes! I am currently interviewing for a Portfolio Associate role a PIMCO , down in their Newport office. I would like to get some feedback if any of you are familiar with this role, what are the exist opportunities that can come up down the road? I know it is not presented as a front office role but more of a support role to PMs. Appreciate anyone’s input on this. Thank you!

I am starting at a new company early next year and they’ve just invited me to attend their Christmas party. Is it a good idea to go? Or should I wait for a more formal introduction once I start?

Will I get job if i have 3 years of career gap initially due to medical reasons
After that i have 6 years of experience

Trying to get ahead of my caseload feels like trying to climb a hill made of loosely-packed pebbles. No matter how much I scrabble, I’m sliding closer and closer to the bottom.

How do you get caught up (or even ahead) when you’re always behind? Assume that all things that can be offloaded have been offloaded. I cannot take one more all nighter trying to get a motion drafted two days before the deadline because I couldn’t get to it earlier.

Sellers — whoops!! Hodlers— where were we? 🌝

hi BA's how much are you guys earning and your YOE? which company can i switch to next? i started off my career as a BA after engg, and then break of 2 years MBA. joined wipro in feb ,26.5 ctc and 8.8 YOE now. looking for 40lacs minimum next switch. it would be my 6th company

Is it a bad sign if the company that typically moves fast (as said by former interviewees) is taking a long time to tell you whether or not you move forward to the next round in an interview?

Is it normal to negotiate for a bigger severance package if it happens within the first year? Because Meta may have something for me but TBH I'm nervous about their hiring freeze news.

Interested in eventually exiting into wellness tech.... what are the best consulting firms to start at?

Hi all! I will potentially get an offer from LEK and/ or Clearview healthcare soon and would like to start deciding which is best for me. Which do you all think would be best in terms of versatility of projects and exit opportunities, culture and overall experience at the firm? And why? Thanks for the help!

Is it acceptable to ask for a quick moment (20s) before responding to an interview question?

How does search work at McKinsey? If it’s up to x weeks paid to find a job, how will they know if I’ve already accepted an offer? I’m trying to strategically declare search so I can have a backup offer and use my time to find something better, but I want to make sure that I don’t get in trouble lol. It’s also difficult to multitask finding a job and working on studies since you’re around the clock.

Comp check: could anyone share insights on what they think comp would be (base + bonus) for a NYC associate investor role at a family office that operates like a MM PE fund? Cool portcos, small team, role involves sourcing and working with portcos

Anyone know anything about the global supply manager program at apple?

Best coats/jackets to buy for under $300. Will be in NYC go!

Next week - waiting for my onsite interview results. Please send me good vibes! Very anxious.

Does studying for top consulting firms’ case interviews help in any way for interviews with other firms (e.g., FAANG case interviews) ?

Are there any great sustainability NGOs I could join and contribute after my day to day job? Would like to get involved. Any recommendations or ideas? btw: I am living in Seattle!

How much more money would it take for you to renege on an offer?

What books would you recommend for someone wanting to get better at sales?