Manager just called at 4pm on a Friday assigning something he knew about since yesterday morning. And it needs to be turned over to the MD by Monday morning. Wtf. Is this normal in consulting?

When folks at work use their kids as an excuse to go home early, miss deadlines, not come in, you name it...while you're expected to work 24/7 to get shit done.... 💥🌚😠

I’m one of the top performers in the company and got invited to the company’s emerging leadership program. I always meet all my goals and deliverables on time but still feel like half of the time I’m not even doing anything (or performing my best). How do I leverage this ‘off-time’ into something productive in order to progress faster?

What does a community manager who also does social media ads, graphic designs, content planning etc makes in Bangalore on an average

How is the Business Operations (BO) team at ZS?
Particularly at AC level.

I have couple of more questions:
1. WLB as I have heard is pretty pathetic at ZS. Is it same in BO team as well?
2. Salary range for the AC role? (I have 3+ years of experience post MBA, before MBA 0 years, transitioning from big 4)
3. Any on-site opportunities?
4. How are other perks at the organisation? (Apart from fixed pay)

Quick 30% in and out of some UVXY calls for an hour ish

Any suggested reading / books that one can use to learn options trading? Experienced investor, who wants to get into options.

I don’t play with options much, but I happened to buy VERU calls for 2/19 a little while ago and now it’s skyrocketing, it’s up over $1k for me- will it keep going up? Should I just take the profits now and be happy?

Did you feel “ready” the first time you managed a team? Or insecure?

Current IE here. What are some Time Motion Study Softwares that are out there and you use in your jobs?

Any project management roles being hired in the US?

Will TCS blacklist people who accept the offer letter but don’t join TCS, for any other reason

Hello, I am new to the app. Looking for likes so I can dm please.

I've been biking to my home office everyday so I've been wearing gym clothes and bringing a change of clothes with me. When I get in the morning how long can I sit at my desk before going to change?

Let's have a productive conversation about the Google employee who was just fired for his controversial diversity memo

Burning out - Product Manager at Deloitte looking for a new company. Anyone want to talk or anyone hiring?

Lyft driver delayed picking me up 30 min, resulting in me canceling my ride and asking hotel to call me a “yellow taxi” to get to the airport because it was 5am and all ubers/lyfts were 15 min. Specifically said yellow. Hotel calls me a private lux SUV and the driver got out of the car to handshake the man who called and said hi (honestly money couldve been passed). I then get hit with a $180 ride. Marriott website says taxi should be $65. Should I complain or let it go?

Hi, I am new here. Would anyone mind 💟-ing this do that I can send DMs? Thanks!

How stressful is it to work in a call center? It seems to me that the supervisors would be the micromanaging sort

Has anyone moved from SM at one firm back to M at another. Really struggling atm and considering it, but haven’t heard about others doing it.

What does it take to start your own consulting business?

Is it recommended to get two full years of consulting experience before looking for a move elsewhere...for more comp (say to another Big 4, industry, attempt at MBB or FAANG)? Already have 8 yoe in the DoD space outside of consulting. And about 16 months of consulting exp

I’ve been on the bench with less than 10% utilization for 3wks now. I’m a first year and the past month has been slower with not many new projects coming in. I do see a few new projects come in every week but I’m not getting staffed on them. Should I be worried? Should I ask my PM if I should be worried? We’re in a pretty small group less than 20 people

Anyone else feel the customer service at W hotels is really bad?

People who have made it to the perceived “top/best” place in their career field/education (MBB, FAANG, top PE fund, HSW, etc): do you feel satisfied? Have you had to recalibrate your goals? If so, what are those goals?

Sweetgreen took off 😳

Any book recommendations on handling office politics?

🐠 Fam - What’s a good whiteboard solution for my home office? What do you use and from where do I get it? Thanks!

Me and girlfriends are planning a girls trip to Cabo for spring break. I'm also going to be working at full-time at LEK as an associate.

Will it be possible to balance vacation with work (e.g. Take a few hours off mid-day, get off at 10 pm to go to the clubs) without anyone noticing?

I can't take time off because it'll be my first case.

Obtained a full time role a week into gignow contract role with e&y. Want to leave for full time role. Any issues with that? Should I give notice asap?

If a movie was made of your life what genre would it be, who would play you?

FAANG folks - what are Facebook/Google roles like Country Lead/Industry Lead equivalent to? Are these Director level roles? What sort of compensation can you expect in something like that role?

Hi interested in going back to school for a master. Looking for an online program that focuses on organizational change/development. Any recommendations for a good online program?

What can I do outside the office to boost my resume and be a substantially more attractive candidate for top consulting firms in ~12 months time. Working in disputes and valuation role but want to go into management consulting next year (post MBA role). I feel like my job isn’t enough because skills aren’t considered as transferable outside this field.

For those with pets, how much do you spend on training/activity (not food or toys) a year? And what kind of pet? Trying to figure out budget

What are some great books that you’ve received or been recommended by a rockstar manager? Something that actually had a tangible impact on your work habits, productivity and performance. If you’re a manager then what are some great books that you’ve given to your team members etc.?

How soon after a final round at Deloitte can one expect to hear back? My mentee interviewed on Thursday, consultant position, and was told they would hear back shortly following internal discussion. Since it’s been 3 days safe to assume it’s a no? They have another offer.

Has anyone ever successfully prevented their colleague from being promoted? Spill the dirty deets if so 😈 need some drama in my life.