McKinsey 🐟: does your ops practice heavily prefer people with practical experience instead of current operations consultants from other firms? As an ops consultant from another firm, what would be the best way to lateral into mck ops?

Is anyone part of Toigo? How helpful is/was it in your career search?

What are the best roles in big tech for someone with tech backround/software development experience ~1.5yoe with an MBA and consulting ~2.5yoe?

Thanks!!

I just recently joined a company (a month in) and I’m realizing that I may not be a good fit. Should I, at least, give it a chance or start looking for a new role?

How's the job security for a 10 years experienced DevOps engineer. I am planning to join.

Is it a company where people can stay longer . ?

Any of you 3-6 PQE associates have your own clients? I would really love to do some business development with tangible results. I want to have my own clients or atleast bring some to the firm. What has worked for you? Also looking for advice from partners who may have started BD efforts early in their career.

I got an offer in Citi. How will be my growth in Citi. And what can I expect for my future.

Posted this in another bowl and wanted your insights.

Is it easier to move from management consulting to deals or vice versa?

Hi, looking for some general advice please. 4 years litigation experience, 2 years international commercial. Really interested in getting into l&e, but no idea where to start? Any particular courses, newsletters, groups, other? Thank you!

I’ve been practicing in traditional labor for about two years now (although about a decade of labor relations experience) but I’m trying to break into employee benefits law. Unfortunately I’m not being given much experience in benefits as I’m pretty typecast as a labor atty. Any advice on how I can go about getting employee benefit experience? My long term goal is to have benefits be my main area of practice.

Anyone ever exit MBB to join PE in an Operations role? What was the experience like? Would people recommend this route? Is the $ similar?

Hi everyone! I’m pivoting from working in politics in search of a role in DEI. I have 1.5 YOE managing multiple campaigns and a BA in Global Studies & MA in Ethnology. I have experience working in and with non-profits and a passion for people and culture. I’d love to connect to hear about your journeys & advice for an early career transition!

Has anyone made the move from cyber security at the Big4 to cyber security for media companies? For example Disney or Warner Bros.

How did you manage it?

I am a newly graduated fresher mechanical engineer working in an electro mechanical company at Dubai, My current salary is 2500 AED, I would like to know about your comments and suggestions regarding my career which could help me through my future ventures.

Hi Fishes,

Does anyone know what is GCM level-5 designation corresponds to in Atos. Is this appropriate designation for a 6 yrs experienced dba professional?

Those who have moved from development into SE, do you have a desire to move into full sales or are you happy with SE and the career path it provides?

1st Post: How do MBB Risk & Regulation Teams compare to Big 4? It’s the only area where I’ve seen a Big4 Manager move to an MBB without a demotion (at least in Europe). Any insights are appreciated!:)

I'm being asked to be involved in product pricing for the first time, and lack any knowledge or experience in that area. Any suggestions on courses or books or websites? I'm considering the Pragmatic Marketing pricing course, so would be interested to hear from anyone who has taken it.

Making the switch from plaintiff to defense L&E in January. Would love any and all tips from people who’ve made the jump (including partners who may have supervised these types of attorneys!)

Hi Fishes,
I need your opinion and suggestions on a situation.
I have 2 YOE in QA Automation with Tosca I have got 2 Offers in hand LWD 22 Nov
1) Accenture - 9 LPA + 21% Variable pay Range and currently providing WFH
2) State Street - 9 LPA + 15% Variable pay + one time relocation allowance of 75k and it is providing WFO from Day 1 working in Hybrid mode of 2-3 days a week in Hyd/Blr
Which one should I choose for Work life balance, Job security, relocation and Career growth in longer run

I have created a bowl for those who want to know more about their potential new firm - ask anonymously and hopefully someone within the firm will respond! Or we can help find the right person for you! Bowl name is biglaw offer - see you there!

I need an interior designer. My parter and I have good taste but just aren’t creative types that can pull it together. Live in Cobb. Any recs?

Which would you pick:

Range Rover Classic (c. 1992)

OR

Hummer H1 (c. 2003)

What is average %age hike in appraisals in tiaa?

Wanting to deepen my faith and listen to sermons. Recommendations for your favorite sermons?

Hey! Looking for hiking partner and indoor rock wall climbing/belaying partner. I’m a 32F fit and active, looking for an activity partner (male or female) on the weekends. I’m interested in hiking in Shenandoah, 5-10 miles hikes. Indoor rock wall climbing in crystal city or Alexandria. DM me if interested or for more details.

Anyone else feel drained giving interviews?
One company itself have multiple rounds, each round we need to prepare, same self intro etc.. (same for multiple companies)

Kind of casing stress as we need to work + Prepare + Give interviews.
How can we cope up with this?

Anyone else a bit annoyed with the announcers right now? I get you disagree with the decision to not start the race, but man there was so much rain out there I can’t blame race control. I think it’s Crofty, not 100% sure, but the comments like “that car should have a driver in it going around the circuit right about now” are a bit much for me. Anyone else feel the same or am I just overreacting?

How many days is it taking to get the physical H-1B approval notice from USCIS, after the case is approved online?

More interested to hear from applicants whose petitions are processed at Texas service center.

Hello. I just completed My Masters in Engineering (Mining Engineering) from Laurentian University. I have been looking for a job in mining or civil engineering from past 2-3 months, havent even got a reply yet, reason being i dont have canadian experience. Even though i do have 3.5 years experience from my home country, without canadian experience i get rejected at even entry level jobs. Does anyone know what to do ? please help me

I work in Capgemini and it's been almost 6 moths I am working as an Software Analyst.

I was first located in noida but now I have been shifted to Kolkata. Is there any way by which I can request to change my location

Chick Fil A is 🔥🔥 but in certain circles/cities it’s a bummer that some label this as the same as being homophobic.

Is it possible to get 26V to 45V in 4 weeks?

Why are some people saying that they (regulators or the govt) need to stop GME trading? Isn’t this a free market?

How much in hand salary for 12.50lpa in TCS also can anyone one suggest I have Wipro for 14lpa which is good one?

Best way to improve mental math rapidly? I have 8 days

New to the bowl and sure it’s been asked a million times but, how is the WLB at MBB? Is it at all manageable? Or do you feel like the job takes over your life?

For those who have gone through Mck First Round/Final Round - could you talk about how the interview took place? I am a bit worried as it might be hard to connect with the interviewer when the process is not in-person. Did you have a phone call or a Zoom call with video, and did it feel awkward? Thanks for your help!

I need a mentor to guide me for a job role in MBB. I have 5 YOE (4.5 years in Manufacturing & Automation 6 months in SaaS) any volunteers?

Quick one, Is it okay to always ask for time to collect thoughts before answering questions during case interviews or should we shoot from the hip? I stutter naturally so speaking without a bit of time to collect thoughts can be hard.

My friend is recruiting for MBB this summer - he is a vet back at school and grew up around the world. Very interesting background, pretty bright, but he's gotten feedback in case interview practice to work on his moderately heavy accent. Anyone have any advice for him/would be willing to connect with him? US Offices.

What does the BCG Project Leader interview process look like for an experienced hire consulting lateral in the US?

In my application to McKinsey, do I include past unpaid internships as Work Experience?

Are consultants at MBB allowed to trade individual stocks? Or are they limited to mutual funds only? For example, can someone at McKinsey buy AAPL?

Anyone willing to give a referral for a McKinsey?

Which looks better on a resume? MBB or MBA?

First gen immigrant getting case of impostor syndrome/nerves with upcoming BCG interview. Any folks want to share advice that might help? Would really appreciate it; thanks :)

Any thoughts on interviewing with 1.5-2 YOE in consulting, what level I would be coming in as at BCG? Wasn’t informed in my interview offer

Anyone knows the Post MBA salary at BCG Dubai, starting base + bonus?

How easy is it to switch offices in Bain?

During the fall-recruiting cycle, does MBB ever prefer student applicants that graduate in the Spring over those that graduate in the Fall?

What’s it like working at MBB at the manager level? Anyone here lateral from b4 or ACN? Have an offer and curious about your experiences.

McK AMA. On PTO this week and next. What do you want to know?