Looking into doing a Masters, certification or something. Not the PMP. Any recommendations? Is it even useful in this Pharma Advertising world. If so anything you decided on that you recommend? Thanks in advance

Someone reached out to me on LinkedIn about becoming an author on the side. Has anyone heard about such a thing?!? The person said she’s worked with 800 consultants writing their books and marketing it for them.

Product switch to Engineering?
Hi, I’ve been a PM for 3 years (2 years SaaS ad tech, 1 year DTC e-commerce) and have an PM offer from an excitingstartup. I have 8 YOE and an MBA from a Top 15 business school. My background before Product was analytics and I still write SQL/build visualization. In the Bay Area, approaching 34, and have a baby daughter. keep wondering if attending a FT coding boot camp to get into engineering is a good move. I’m looking for a true work from anywhere, flexibility,

Asked my manager whether the company sponsor for Product Owner certifications and he asked me to build/ create a case and share with him so that we can check with the higher management.

Any ideas/ guidance on how to go about it? Are there are templates for this?

I have 2 offers, Ford 18.5 fixed & Amadeus 20 fixed.
SDET with 7+ YOE.

Which one to choose for career growth & wlb?

I am a mechanical engineer and people think that because I am a "mechanical" engineer like I fix cars. It is part of the career, but it is not the same thing. It happens to others that people confuse your profession, or it's only to me?

Any EY folks going to Newco thinking of starting their own consulting firm instead?

If you were on the partner path already I don’t see why you wouldn’t be thinking this…

Hi, what are the hierarchies in data and analytics side? How many steps above Data architect role?
Is the data architect role right for 11 years of exp?
What is salary range for this position?

If you didn't go to college, how did you learn what you know now in marketing?

What are some alternative more independent options that one can use a school counseling MA degree towards? I am thinking consulting… or research as I am think about perusing my PhD… but in the meantime, let me know your ideas? Thanx

Working my way up the corporate ladder. I have so many thoughts on leadership and want to initiate changes in the departments I work with. But at this level it's so difficult. Ppl are so resistant to change.

My key learning thus far in my career: Noone gives a shit about your ideas unless you're a head honcho. Real change is brought about from a position of authority.

Has anyone ever left Chubb to go to Liberty or Travelers for commercial or middle market underwriting or even a sales rep role? If so, how do you like it? Came from The Hartford and love Chubb so far, but curious to see what else is out there.

I have a interview scheduled for Data Scientist job can any one suggest me. I am looking for a career transition to Data Science domain.

What is designation at Senior 1 level ??

If one is looking to get into the org development or human capital space, what positions should I look up? Masters degree and some part time experience here!

Best way to learn python for free? I know r and sql pretty in depth but need to learn this.

I currently work in Private (GA) Aviation & have for some time (about 12 years) I’m currently making the switch to the Department of Aviation and am unsure if I should ditch my current job (in private) and go full force with the DOA & embrace this new opportunity educationally and gather as much experience as I can or keep both jobs even though I’d be working 80hr weeks.. I love the private world but am really ready to move up. I don’t know what I should do. Any suggestions?

Working on the tech side of the bank, looking to transition into finance (not IB) & came across the IBI course that helps gain skills like modeling etc. Anyone taken the course/know someone who did?

What kind of scores do folks target for the AWA section of GMAT? My writing is way below average (like a 2/6 on a good day), so just wondering how much time I should spend on AWA compared to other sections

Hi Fishes,
I am not sure whether this is the right portal or not still I am going to go ahead with my question. Does anyone know a good online course to enhance coding skills (in R and Python) from the point of view of credit risk Analytics, modelling.

Why are we as a group not so active in helping each other ? I understand there are many members who joined with aspirations to learn DS. But existing members from DS are not active. sad sorry

Can some of you experienced folk recommend some good books for rookies? What are your favorites for investment strategies, marketing, selling, etc.?

Does anyone have a preferred job board or recruitment company for finding new producer jobs?

I cannot bring myself to want to meet strangers from the internet again now that there's also a risk of getting COVID 😕

Anyone in from ATL? Early 30s/M

What are the working hours at Big4 and MBB really like? I’m an OD consultant with 3 YOE working in private sector and enjoy the worklife balance but want more challenge in my work. I work in utilities and holy crap things move so slowly. How many hours are you clocking in? What’s your salary?

Any product counsel for AI-related companies here?

Planning a 2 week trip for September 2022. Thinking of doing an African safari. Any recommendations (that aren’t outrageous $$)/ know how that time of year is? 🐯🐅🦁🐘

I guess I’m officially being off boarded team doesn’t care no one has said anything … I’m a ball of nerves thankfully my old company wants me back — feeling so sad and angry and just incredibly nervous

"I don’t like morning people. Or morning. Or people”

Words of Wisdom

I give the clients gold, but they decide instead, they want me to paint it with sh*t.

“Who cares if it doesn’t work! You have to sell the vision!”

First time moving out, is it normal for a landlord to ask for rent to be paid in cash? Any thing I should be wary of? Thank you!

The prices on apts right now is crazy - any tips for good finds?? Need to move to NYC in 2 months

Anyone in dc? Let’s get fucked up

Anyone have had any luck buying a diamond (for an engagement ring) directly from a wholesaler in NYC? If so, which one did you go to and what was that process like?

POLL: how many FaceTime dates have you been on during quarantine?

I have been looking at the curriculums for Harvard Business School's Master of Business Administration and Harvard Extension School's Master's in Management. They both have the same requirements, generally speaking, including a field immersion course that serves as a capstone in the Master's in Management, which is fairly new. If I am not able to gain admission to Harvard Business School, but wanted a similar educational experience to become a consultant, should I attend Harvard Extension?

Do anyone have answer to OFRO TRAININGS

Is it ok to apply to multiple positions at the same company when searching for a new job?

How do your companies track talent and music usage, are there any good software applications for this?

For anyone going temp-to-perm or anyone who already has, did you negotiate anything into your temp contract about revisiting the option for perm? ie, say, in 6 months, discuss perm options? Thanks!!

Hi All- I’m looking for a super simple time tracking platform to integrate with Asana for a team of 5. All we need it for is to see how much time is going into different projects that our department is managing. That’s it. No billing/invoicing/don’t care about time sheets, etc. We just need the ability to track and pull a report at the end of each month. Anyone have recommendations?

Has anyone joined the new "Women of PM" community?

Wondering how it might be different from the Bureau of Digital or DPM communities an if it's worth the fees.

Salary recommendations for a Senior PM role at one of the top global creative agencies? I have 10+ years of experience in-house and agency-side. I’m going to assume long hours (at least some of the time) and probably a difficult client.

Does anyone have any side gigs or know of any gig types for project managers? Projects themselves need too much attention to manage on the side of our already busy days.

Pro Tip:
Make it SOP to have a debrief session calendared directly after major meetings, can be 10 mins

Hey everyone, I’m a recent grade (2yrs post undergrads. I have event managing, stage managing, and currently working as a daily operations manager for a small content creating agency. Additionally, I take on little projects to helps friends/family. I want to pivot into Project Management, but I’m not sure how to leverage the skills I have. Would any be interested in a informational interview or just general give some advice on someone trying to enter this job market with not touch experience.

Any PMs have experience with moving off of Advantage (aka Webvantage aka Aqua) and onto a different PMS? Toying with the idea to suggest a move to Kantata/MavenLink.

Anyone ever transitioned from account to integrated production? Any tips or suggestions?

Just finished a PM contract in LA, if anyone hears of any openings, Eastside preferred (DTLA, Burbank, etc), I’ll be your Bestie!

Has anyone here gone from PM to Resource Management or vice versa? There seem to be a lot of resource management jobs out there, but they seem more monotonous than managing projects. What is the career trajectory for a RM?

Would it be out of line during interviews to ask about agency revenue/growth or account health/trends?

What are typical PM title structures? I know they are a bit different everywhere. I’m building a team from the ground up and am curious what other agencies and in house teams look like. Thanks!

I am an AE moving to a PM role at my agency.

Since I will have the PM title, what is the roadmap for moving to FAANG (or similar) or SaaS digital end to end dev/implementation companies as a Technical PM/Senior PM/Program Manager?

I have 5 YOE in Account Management, 2+ of which are in heavy digital working with Dev, Digital PMs, and client tech/implementation teams.

I also have had some direct experience in PM and will be building those specific skills in my new role.

If you have your PMP, was it worth it?

How did you all get your first job in PM? Did you start as a Project Coordinator or PM? I have the skills of a Project Coordinator and would like to just transition to a PM role but it’s been difficult to find junior PM roles.

Looking for a project manager for the next 6 weeks