Partners - I'm (SM5) an introvert and struggle to connect with people sometimes. Especially when I don't see them much (thanks covid) and don't work with them much. I want to build connections with like VP finance or the CFO on my job but I work mostly with the controllers (whom I have good connections with). I find it awkward to call people who I don't work directly much without out of the blue to do coffee or lunch.

Any tips or advice on how to build these connections? Any podcast or books

How do I be a decent manager to a coworker who's upset I've been promoted twice in two years and they haven't? We started out as coworkers, became decent friends after a few good moments, but went back to simply coworkers after they flubbed a few projects and I had to step in to clean up. I'm non-confrontational but year-end reviews are right around the corner and I'm worried about having to act professional to someone who I got too close with and who now hates me.

Third yet at a firm in a major market (not NYC). Pay is slightly below market and bonuses are not market either. What is the going rate for a holiday gift for a secretary that I was assigned to 2 months ago but has done some work for me through the year and also a paralegal that I have worked with all year?

After 10 years of working as a FTE PM/producer I’ve now been laid off (thanks Covid) and am looking to start freelancing for the first time. What advice do you have for a new freelance PM/producer?
Also, what kind of insurance do you take out as a freelancer?

Put in my notice 2 weeks ago. Last days is this Friday. Partner I work for has been a total dick. Multiple other partners have reached out to say they’re sorry to see me go. Partner I work for has since been a bigger dick. Seriously tempted to tell him off and/or actually be honest in my exit interview with HR. I know that means “burning a bridge”, which is bad. Someone please talk me out of it. Genuinely.

My boss in my creative agency threatened to fire me because I, a male, came into work with my nails painted. HR is having a very complicated day today as I found out I could take legal action if he does fire me since we don't have an established dress code that has any guidelines against male nail polish wearing.

Now I'm in a client location, My manager is a good person but he told me, I should report to Lead.

Lead is a psycho. He shows hell to the team members including me.
What should I do ?

I’ve been thinking about looking for a new job, but given everything going on with the Coronavirus and layoffs, it doesn’t seem like this is a good time to start looking. What do others think?

My boss started harassing me because he found out I am vaccinated against covid. What does a vaccine have anything to do with marketing?

I have a crush on my counsellor at work. She's much older but still really gracious and beautiful. Should I go for it or is this a bad idea?

I find myself questioning basic politeness I’ve learned since a child. Wondering what everyone else thinks. I work with an associate. She’s great. When she does good work or something I’ve asked her to do, I, of course, say “thank you!” I don’t really expect a response. She always replies “you’re welcome!” Or some variation. And for some reason, that’s awkward. Is it just me? I know in normal manners, that is the right response. Why does it sit funny?

A friend of mine works with TCS as an Analyst, his base location is Bengaluru but he is been working from his hometown in Lucknow since the first COVID lockdown. Now he is being asked by his team to work from Ahmedabad, where his direct supervisor (manager) is working from. In this case, according to TCS talent policies, what is the procedure and the benefits that he can avail, as part of project initiated relocation? Also, how long it takes to get base location changed through HR in TCS?

Dear Nappily Ever After,
No one has an office, much less an assistant. Creative and account are different jobs with their own dress codes. But dumb, off brief ideas by white creatives do win.

Anyone witness slackers who got into companies you have no idea how? Had a coworker who does jack chit at work besides chatting on Facebook yet lands at a faang company? I guess if he brings the same work ethic he will be spit out for sure. Or maybe he just had no interest in doing project work.

Help me get over my covid anxiety: had plans with a friend but they got exposed to covid. Got a neg rapid test but feel like they have a sore throat and still want to hang. Given rapids don’t necessarily detect omicron plus the symptoms, I’m a bit concerned. I’m WAAAY more cautious than most when it comes to covid (not doing indoor events yet, still masking). We’d be outdoors anyways, so do I put my anxiety aside and risk it or ask them to get a PCR and just postpone to next week?

I don’t understand protesting during a pandemic. I haven’t gotten Covid and to me it’s not worth the risk.

Working with a Junior AD who’s too opinionated & doesn’t respond to my feedback well. He’ll just show ideas that I’ve already debunked/scripts that aren’t very good, which makes me look bad. Advice?

Has anyone done the mail in test kits for Covid?

What are some publications, books, podcasts, online classes etc that can help me prepare for my first year in consulting? Have 5 years of experience in finance and making the jump to consulting.

Can any one refer me im KPMG GDS? Working in another big4 GDS AWM sector as a senior. Having experience of 2 years.

Recently put an offer down on a home. Given the market, had to waive the appraisal contingency. The appraiser’s report came back with a significant shortfall. We can cover it but want to push back on the appraiser since there appear to be numerous inconsistencies in the report. Anyone dealt with this experience before? Any tips?

I am looking for a room in flat in Whitefield around AECS layout.Please comment if you have any available, looking to move in September .
Budget 12k but can extend to 15k.
Perks of having me as flatmate..Non smoker,non drinker..prefer to live alone.

Anybody have success requesting to go from 100% on one account to 50/50 or at least floating around a bit more? Any tips welcome 🙏

Is an XC90 a good car? Prestige, value for money, reliability, etc.?

Getting ready to go freelance after a decade doing corp comms in agencies. Looking for guidance or good resources on how to determine my hourly rate. Any solo practitioners got advice? I am nervous about underselling myself.

Can anyone provide any insight on what it's like working in Sidley Austin's London office? Culture, target hours, work life balance etc

What are the chances of me getting unemployment after quitting? I left for solid reasons that went unaddressed for months so will that have any impact on my eligibility?

Heading to Las Vegas for New Year's, any recommendations for hotels?

It's sad to see people with 2-3 years of experience getting paid more than you when u have double the experience. 😄 Best part is they are still complaining of getting less. Well I guess you should never settle. New gen is giving a hard time to the experienced folks. I think this is the high time to upgrade your skills. Come out of your comfort zone and start looking for new opportunities. I think this is the best time to switch if u haven't already in quite some time.
Thoughts 💭 ???

Hi,

can someone highlight as how much we can expect for band 8 with 14.6 yrs exp as a security professional.

I recently got offer from ey gds for 23 lpa, currently having 7 years of experience, good to join at this package or should negotiate with HR?

Need refrel for sap basis and hana consultant having 6+ years of experience

Where should I join..?
LTI with 27.5 lpa
Frequence (offer in progress) exp 33


Lti is like other service based mnc
Frequence on the other hand is a mid level product based Co.

My joining is in 2 days

Let me know if anyone wants GCP Professional exam vouchers at discounted rates.

Is the salary hike percentage solely based on Rank/rating ? Will there be any consideration for the qualification ?

To HBS admits - any of you thought you didn’t interview well but managed to salvage through the post-interview reflection essay?

What’s the maximum number of study hours per day one should expect? Have a habit of hyper focusing but also leads to burning out, what’s the sweet spot where I can say I deserve some daily rest?

I know money is relative but at what stage in your career did you start making and saving the big money (saving much more than you could spend)? I am not a big spender but....

Has anyone used Gideon Strategic Partner for investing? What was your experience?

Partners, is it okay to send a deliverable without your review?

Partners- joining a new firm next week at the manger level. Small group (~80 across US), what are some important things you think I should do to set myself up for success? I.e. what would impress you

At some Big 4 companies there is a Partner / Principal group that has equity and are part owners of the business and an equivalent Managing Director group that does not have equity and are essentially employees.

How does it work at McKinsey / Bain ? Do those same distinctions exist across partner types, owner vs non owner?

Partners, till what age can an SM realistically hope to be considered for Partner promotion?

Hello! Generally speaking at B4, other than age-related restrictions (being ~50+), what are the factors that typically drive Partner / MD candidates to choose the MD path over the Partner path?

Does Big4 have AMS (Application Management Service) seevice lines. Does Partner comp / targets differ for AMS vs rest of the service lines?

How many years into the partnership do you hit 7 figures? On an average.

What has been more beneficial to your career and why: specializing in a service offering or an industry?

Partners, when do you think informal communication regarding new PPMDs will start trickling in?

Partners, what’s a good gift for you all? Up to 500ish…?

This bowl has been quiet and I see partners commenting on odd posts around fishbowl so I figure you need more fodder: partners, did any of you have parents that travelled as much as you do?

Hiya! I was wondering if anyone here has any good recommendations in terms of books or learning material that I can pick up to learn about sales and marketing relevant to the consulting industry?

Discuss the pros and cons of a partner who boomeranged out to industry and came back vs. a partner who’s a consulting lifer. Who does better in the long run?

I reported a toxic engagement to Talent. The partners who consistenly cause this are rainmakers. 6 coaches escalated to these partners directly, nothing is fixed. What can Talent actually do to help?

Hi partners. I’m considering an offer from a key client in my region. I’ve never been on a client engagement with them, but my practice in my region has traditionally done a fair amount of work(contd)

Partners - absent the paycheck, do you enjoy your job? Regardless of yes/no, did you enjoy the path to getting there? If you didn't, what convinced you to keep going at it?