Managers who got promoted to Senior Manager/Associate Director, what were the key focus areas for you in gaining this promotion? How did you do it? KPMG Deloitte PwC EY Accenture

Considering obtaining a CFE certification. Can anyone share their experience vs experience obtaining CPA? I’m already a CPA. I just want a comparison of study time requirement and difficulty of exam.

Creatives who left for tech. What is it exactly that you do now? Is it still writing or art directing? Or a different creative role? Hearing about people leaving for tech so I want to know what it means exactly aside from the benefits.

When should a stub start getting worried about not having much work and low billable hours?
I’ve asked for work but no luck. I know they say this is normal for a stub but when should I start getting worried and consider looking for exit options? Fyi, I like my practice group, so I don’t want to change to a different group within my firm, hence would have to lateral, if I have to. Also, other co-1st years are churning in high hours.

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?

Hi fishes, I have an offer from these 2. Please help selecting one.
GoTo (logmein) ~38 lpa
American Express ~40 lpa

Goto is giving permanent wfh. Amex wfo once a week.
My selection criteria is wlb, work culture, internal hikes, and career growth in terms of learning and abroad opportunities.

Thanks

Guys, Need Help to move ahead
Current skills : Java, AWS DevOps
Let me know any growing niche skills to master

Hi fishes, can you please help me with the years of experience required for a consultant role in KGS?

Does Lebanese diaspora really command more power in the MBB and T2 in the region? How can others navigate a career here?

Hi, What are the tech stack used in Fidelity International?
Is this a good organization growth wise for Technical people(Java Developer)?

About to start my first PM job! Any tips to be prepared and ramp up quickly? Books to read, courses to take, etc.. any tips are appreciated! Currently in ops consulting. No tech background.

What’s the background of most product managers you’ve come across? Is it engineering, consulting, strategy, etc.? I’ve never met anyone who started their career as a PM and I’m curious how to get in it?

Hi fishes,
I have recently joined in a project as a Oracle JD Edwards finance Functional Consultant.
Is this a good ERP to kickstart your consulting career and whether there are good opportunities for this ERP in the future.

Any weekend or online excel course recommendations?

Can I start learning DSA using JavaScript to get into product based company from service based ? Or I need to learn other language first like C or Java and then learn DSA in that ? I am working as a Frontend developer so I already have knowledge of JS. Please suggest how to proceed ?

Any advice on how someone can make the shift from pharma to consumer goods?

Any advice on good courses to take/books to read for managing teams/performing well at Manager/Senior Manager level? Managing at Senior Manager level so learning skills like account development, team interventions, budgeting, winning work etc. Thanks Fishes!

I have been faking and slacking for last 2 years. I am not being pushed and challenged at work. Nobody bothers to follow-up on my work. I take my sweet time to do the bare minimum. I took a break for depression and came back . Still I didn’t have the enthusiasm to do the work.Should I just quit and figure out what I really want to do ?

Got an offer from Kantar Consulting to work on their retail/cpg product.
Currently working with IBM with 10+ yoe having joined IBM 10 months back. Currently at 25 lpa and getting an offer of 32 fixed+15% variable.

Now my question is - Is it worth the gamble to leave IBM and join Kantar consulting which btw is known for market research and not consulting.
Also would leaving IBM after 1 year look bad on CV?

Hello guys,
Hope you all are doing good.!
Does cgi provide free udemy access??. Also do we get any reimbursement if we clear the online examination like Microsoft or ccna kinda certification? Pls do reply!

Data privacy & cybersecurity fish here. Any fellow fish interested in make a referral? What companies are hiring profiles this profiles ?

I came across a copywriter position that I’m interested in, but one of the requirements is 8 years of experience. I’m currently just over 5 years. Would it be ok to still apply?

Salam everyone! Did anyone switch / know anyone who switched from risk consulting to a risk role at a big bank (e.g., Bank of America or Wells)? Any advice on the switch or what Bank you recommend? Additionally, would love any input on any Muslim networks at big banks (if any exist). Thanks so much!

I have got an offer from Cerner. Is it safe to join Cerner now after Oracle’s acquisition?

What are the advantages and disadvantages for the employees of cerner after Oracle acquisition?

Anyone joining cerner for client support in coming days?

Is EY hiring Business Analysts / Business Operations Specialist/ MIS agents anytime soon?

TCS vs Infosys for job security?

How much are my fellow VP Account Directors out there making? Just trying to gauge if I am being paid fairly. Don’t forget to state market and YOE. I am making $135k, 10 years of experience and in Chicago.

Has anyone rented out a space at a Marriott hotel for an event? Aren’t you supposed to get Bonvoy points based on the amount you spend?

I’m a rebellious teenager trapped in a 30-year old woman’s body

How's everyone doing this weekend?

I work for a content agency and still plan to head to Austin next week for meetings. Due to the event cancellation, I’ll have some more time to meet with industry colleagues. Interested? DM me.

How is the onsite opportunities in the coforge..?

HR called me and said this position is for onsite once the border gates are open...? Can i believe HR words..?
I am interested in Onsite opportunities.

Just started in Biglaw as a first year - one of the partners made a passing remark that he couldn’t remember my PQE but thinks I’m “the same as X associate”. Went on LinkedIn and saw that X associate is a third year. How do I gently correct this misconception in a future conversation?

I’m 25 and feel like so much has changed for high schoolers lol. Looking at TikTok, I feel like these kids are from a different world - smarter, in better shape, more emotionally aware, and understand the real world in ways I certainly didn’t.

How many hours / weeks did you study for the gmat?

I got an email from a Cybersecurity Advisory Partner with the subject "Catch-up". Last week we all rolled-off from project abruptly b/c the client terminated the contract. Am I getting laid off?

Difference between EY S&O and EY Parthenon?

If you were making a QA checklist to use when reviewing decks what would you add?

Is there any advice for networking into projects when you don’t know many people at the firm yet? I always to help on BD work when I’m on the bench, but it never turns into any billable work. Every time I have talked to a partner/senior manager I was told I don’t have the skill set they’re looking for, but I don’t know how to build up from there. Feeing very lost but I want to improve my approach.

Dealing with a tricky situation... Managing a project, and one of my resources has been double booked - he's the main developer on my project, and the project lead on another.
He's dropping balls and missing deadlines on my project, and I've escalated to my partner, but the person who double booked him is the national SSL lead...
Is there anything I can do to improve this situation, or are we all just screwed?

Assuming this causes a recession like in 2008, and many people get laid off, how long to take to find another similar paying job? I’m currently a strat manager in FS. Scared for job.

KPMG US announces deep pension and 401k benefit cuts. And no raises unless your one of the few being promoted.

Best books to study for case-study interviews? Or methods people have used? Coming from the consulting industry already but not a pure strategy role so need to catch up to speed fast

Any good book recommendations? Both fiction and non

If I had a traditional IRA before being employed in a 401k eligible role, can / must I roll that IRA into the 401k or can I leave the accounts separate without deleterious tax consequences?

Looking for book recommendations; any favorites? Interested in both fiction and educational/self-improvement (for example, investment / finance books, time management, etc). I feel my vocab is...

Anyone from the Milan office of McKinsey that can share their experience in this particular region? Also interested in how does it compare to BCG in terms of environment, pressure and benefits.

What are some of your preferred resources for learning math and computer science skills on the side?

Got contacted by Alvarez & Marsal for healthcare director role but know nothing about this firm. Any insights would be great.

View from the wing. I’m going to start taking photos and make a scrapbook for when these days are behind me. Just FYI, I guess.

If I end up quitting after maternity leave, do I have to pay back any of my leave benefits? I guess I could ask HR, but wouldn't want to throw out any warnings.