One of the biggest selling points of consulting is optionality. However, it seems few actually take advantage of such optionality (e.g., to start a business, to do something they're passionate about, etc.). An HBS professor wrote about this: "The Yale undergraduate goes to work for McKinsey for two years, then comes to Harvard, and goes to work for GS [...] This individual has merely acquired stamps of approval and has acquired safety net upon safety net." Do you agree?

Does anyone have any good one day engineering challenges for 8th graders to help tune them in this time of year?

Bonus points if it relates to waves in any way.

I have 315k Marriott Bonvoy points and a couple of free nights in addition. What is the best bang for my buck in terms of locations / experiences I could get? I am super flexible on timing and location, just want the best experience. Any thoughts?

Folks, very new to the EE process. Most recent draw cutoff was 75 points but there are still folks with higher scores in the pool. Does that mean candidates are picked based on time in the pool? A CRS100 could be picked over a CRS300 if the CRS100 has been in longer?

I'm getting a MAcc to career change to forensic accounting. What opportunities are available to me with a data analytics heavy MAcc? I'm also tacking on 2 graduate certificates in Applied Statistics and International Economic Policy? For those in the field, would that be useful or not useful (i.e. waste of time)? I'm interested in investigations but also analytics, financial modeling, and expert witness services. Throw in salary potential for bonus points. I'll be getting my CPA, CFE, and CAMS.

i’m first place in my fantasy football league rn - best record and highest points. should i give away my backup TE for a backup RB? i don’t really need … everett for henderson 🫠 hmu fam 🫠

What’s the min $/night room you’d book using Hilton and Bonvoy points respectively to get the most value?

Worth getting the Marriott bonvoy credit card with the 100k points bonus? Annual fee is $95. Already have CSR.

What’s your Excel horror story (worst crash, worst mistake, worst there-was-a-way-to-do-this-quicker moment)? Extra points for self-shaming

Do we still receive points for the stay if I book through AmexTravel?

Potentially at an all time low - personally, professionally and emotionally. I have to believe that life’s inflection points happen for a reason. There’s a bigger lesson for me around this corner...

If I’m servicing over 300 accounts when I was told 250 upon hiring, should I ask for an increase in salary?
I have made the most touch points/meetings on my team and I am the newest member.

Trying to understand how points work..I stayed in the same hotel twice, same number of nights, same price..I got 11k points the first time and 5k points the 2nd time...anyone understands how?

Whats’s the ideal CV length for UK mid-level roles (4-5 YoE) to engage recruiters?

Is 1 page containing punchy & concise XYZ points preferred in the UK over 2 pages inc. a bit more details of projects/ tasks?

First travel project. What are the most valuable airline points to accumulate? How can I maximize my travel points (hertz, Marriott, air, csr) to be redeemed for free flights?

Staying at a Hilton in NC and discovered a massive blood stain on one of the pillows after one night. The stain was clearly there before I arrived, but I did not notice until the next day. How many points?

Anyone have insight into corporate housing provided by Google in DC area? Trying to plan relocation (cash out or points)

What is a good conversation value for IHG / holiday inn points ? Is “13k points for $100 room rate “ a good deal ?

Hey everyone!
I’ve recently accepted a new position recruiting Pharmacists from all over the globe to come to Canada and work for our business units.
I’m looking to speak to literally anyone and everyone who is willing to chat and share information.
Your pain points, complaints, day to day life, experience with exams, certification etc.
Especially anyone who has immigrated to Canada to become a Pharmacy Tech, Pharmacy Assistant, Pharmacist etc.

I recently transitioned from a small, boutique agency to a global agency — meaning I went from being on an account team of 2, to being on a team of 10+. I’m also not currently managing anyone (and I miss it!). I entered this new role promising myself to set new boundaries since I’m used to measuring my success by my stress level. However, old habits die hard. I feel underutilized six months into the role. How can I adjust to finally having support and resources after years of abuse?

Hi All,

Need a referral for an in-house legal role at any of the Financial/Fintech Companies. Kindly connect through DM or comment here if you can help me with your referral for any of these companies.

Can anyone help me with the average pay range of business consultant at Societe Generale?

What's common % for Property management fees? I've seen anywhere from 6.5%-10%

Any time period to switch between projects

I’m referencing a cell (numeric) to a text cell. Is there a way to format that number to include commas? See example in comments.

Is it fine to disclose the company which gave me 1st offer to the next potential employer?

They are asking for it.

Suggestions pls

How bad is it to leave an understaffed team right before fall busy for a job in a new city? Part of me doesn’t care at all b/c it’s a business decision, part feels like I’m totally screwing the team.

Is thought works a good organization to join , in terms of job security and work life balance ?

Hi People,

I got selected in TCS and i rejected my offer letter. Will they consider me if i apply for any post in TCS after 1 or 2 years..??

Would you recommend Decode and Conquer as good book for PM interview prep? I’ve seen there’s a new version out

Genpact sending a friend with 14+ YOE to Romania for 2yrs contract. Will she be able to switch to another MNC in that country or other EU countries? If yes, then how and is it possible during the ending period of the contract?

Hello fishes, Can anybody help me with a job referral at CGI Bengaluru

Can someone help with the base salary range for a 6+ years experienced finance professional with FRM and CFA certifications in Big 6 firms in Advisory practice?

Also, what should be the expectations for joining bonus during the current times?

Hi fishes

I am looking for someone who can get a refferal for a friend willing to get into IT industry as a fresher currently working at Tata technologies and is 2021 passout Knows Java and python
If anyone can help please DM

What are your top 5-10 apps you use on the daily?

Edit: daily mobile or desktop app

Hi All,

Moving out of IT consulting to Product Management side in the next couple of weeks.
The new company I will join is an e-commerce division of a leading food retail group.

Any suggestions about books/ videos that I can access to learn the basics of the product side?

I’m a noob. What is a pipeline? Signed projects, or projects that have proposals but not yet finalized?

Are consultants only seemingly more capable (at times) because we dedicate all our client-facing time on a single project vs. juggling multiple projects? All my client's leadership teams seem like a mess but I think it's just due to their lack of opportunity to focus on anything for long enough to know what's going on. Am I thinking about this completely wrong?

What is PwC’s 401k match? Do they sponsor b school?

I think I'm done with southwest. Can't take the passengers, seating methodology, and general lack of options. Thought flying a budget airline wouldn't make a difference..stroopwafel here I come

Leaning to move my savings from CapitalOne to GoldmanSachs-Marcus.. 0.2% extra.. guess worth the hassle to move.
Any views on Marcus customer service? Referrals?

Least stressed city to work in consulting?? I’m reevaluating my life and thinking of relocating from the east coast because WLB and constant hustle is taking a toll. Looking into Denver and San Diego.

How do you deal with imposter syndrome?

Is it bad to be the first candidate that the hiring manager interviews? Was told I might not hear back for a while bc they have to still review the other candidates? One replied to my thank you note saying “we will be in touch!”

Anyone taken an American accent course? Any recommendations?

IBM GBS, are they giving increments this year? When would they let people know? How about bonus?

I'm an introverted person, like to keep to myself, focus on work, spend the rest of my time on family, gym etc. I've been told that I need to work on my communication and client relationship building skills. any books I can read? I don't follow pop. culture anymore, no longer actively follow team sports (but sporty myself) as I consider it bread and circus for the masses and don't rly enjoy work drinks... Am I doomed? Personally I am happy and love the work but fear for my career progression.

Any entrepreneurs out there that feel like there’s a million things no one told you before starting your company? (Good&Bad) 5 years in myself and nearly could write a book with my list of sh*t no one told me… curious to know what’s on your list???

For all you major savers + investors, how would you suggest to get started investing in assets other than a 401K and ROTH IRA?

What are expected utilisation rates for entry level consultants? Been here 9 months and only done billable work for about 3 months of that. Bored out of my mind for the majority of my time here.

Anyone live at home right after college (while consulting)? Curious as to reasons why/if you feel it was a good idea

Would love to see two lists:
1. CEOs reducing their own comp to keep their people paid
2. Companies who could let their employees WFH but won’t

Anyone tracking this? Need to know where to spend my $