Partners, what are must-have skills to become a successful partner? How would you recommend these skills be gained?

Hello I am currently working in BI and want to switch career track from BI to data science please suggest some good course for the same

Do you think getting SQL/Python experience is worth the extra time for financial analyst roles coming from Big 4 tax consulting? I would love to hear any advice for shifting towards the financial modeling path from accounting. Thanks!

Any tips on transitioning from working in Account Services for 10+ years to something else? I'm sick of agency and Account Management life but not sure how to pivot at this point.

Q’s for hiring partners and recruiters - you know that most associates quit their managing attorneys and not the firm/case. I’m in that boat. What do I say to a prospective employer about the situation of why I want to jump ship?

Very brief background - I’m a senior associate who has been on one complex commercial litigation case for over a year. Over time, the relationships between attorneys on the case have deteriorated to the point that it is affecting my productivity/work. I want out.

Is it worth it to pay for your own certification ?

Do you feel like less priveleged folks at your company get more opportunities?

I joined TCS 2 days back. Today I got the better offer from Deloitte. What should I do? Should I resign from TCS and joined Deloitte or stay with the TCS.
Please suggest.
YOE:6yrs
Stack: Cloud

I did a Data science courses from online classes, and after I did 2projects. I am goot at python and Machine learning algorithms. And I am familiar with all the openVINO toolkit and model deployment. Does this much knowledge is good for to get a job in this field

What cert to go for next? Currently have AWS-SAA and Security+. Thinking about CISSP but how difficult is it compared to the AWS-SAA?

I am currently working with fiitjee ltd kolkata as marketing manager. I have done BE in computer sc. And MBA in marketing and operations. I have total 8 years of experience. I want to switch from education industry to IT. I need help.

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 ?

Does anyone know how to become an independent contractor?

Has anyone bought/ done the HRCI Certificate in Diversity and Inclusion in HR Management? I already have my PHR, but I’m looking to gain more knowledge/skills and beef up my resume. Is it worth doing? The course is $239 and you get 12 Recert credits with it.

I am looking to make a career change to HR. I currently make 75K as a sales and development coach. I had a recent offer for a state government position in a talent acquisition role but I’d be taking a $25K pay cut. I am extremely over qualified for the position but it could possibly be a stepping stone and gives me the time to acquire SHRM certifications and possibly start taking classes to get my MBA. My question is those currently in an HR role, would this move make sense to you?

What can I do/learn/work on to get into MS as senior software engineer. Currently working as firmware developer in IBM ISDL.

What corporate practice has better longevity if your goal is to stay in big law for as long as possible: M&A or Capital Markets?

Hello fellow members of the Fishbowl community,

I am thrilled to have joined this vibrant and supportive group of professionals. As a new member, I am looking forward to learning from and connecting with others who share my interests and expertise.

I have been in the freelance web development industry for two years and have build a solid foundation of skills and knowledge. However, I know that there is always more to learn, and I am excited to tap into the collective wisdom of this community.

I’m sick of accounting. Why did I choose this career?

Is it good to move from supply chain consulting to Big data Analytics field?

Are any top consulting firms hiring for experienced analysts currently? I know ACN and some others are cyclical for resources 2-3 years out of college, but I’m looking to make a move sooner than fall

Any good books or recommendations on sales? Sales tactics trips and tricks?

Are there certain firms that are more accepting of Tax backgrounds entering advisory positions? I’m a CPA with a couple years regional tax experience looking to transition to advisory/deals, but have struggled getting big 4 advisory interviews even with solid recommendations.
I’ve heard there’s solid opportunities in advisory type work for some other large firms outside big 4. Has anybody made a similar transition?

Guys - A seasoned BSA looking for PO / PrM opportunities in asset and wealth management firms. Is anyone willing to refer me to their team or forward me to their acquaintances? Appreciate it.

Please help me get 11 likes so that I can use direct message feature. Thanks in advance🙌🏻

Have a call with a hiring manager at Salesforce for an SE role. How does this call typically go? Recruiter said expect 30-45 mins. Tips on questions to ask?

Anyone have experience with a build of SF Field Service/Lightning? Looking to use it in a project and wanted to get more details on some of the complexities and what comes out of the box.

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.

Hey there, new and curious fish. Are you considering a position in pharma? Worried about how creative you can be? Thinking if the salary is worth it? Ask your questions about entering the world of healthcare advertising here and we’ll answer.

Which offer are you taking?

Accenture
Consulting Analyst within the Consulting Development Program
- 77k salary, 10k starting bonus, and availability for overtime (>40 hours at time and a half)

Deloitte
Risk and Financial Advisory Analyst
- 65k salary, 5k starting bonus

I want to leave my captive company. I don’t think I am ready to be totally on my own even with a cluster group etc. There is an option to be subcontractor in another independent company. I can write she said like 300 companies in many states, it would be helpful because I have many friends out of state. Is taking 25% of sales for giving CRM and companies too much? Seems like a lot. It is like “owning your book” but I assume I would pay a high price if I want to totally manage myself in a futu

Steve Wozniak isn't afraid to critique Apple devices, and said he couldn't tell the difference between the newly released iPhone 13 and its predecessor, the iPhone 12.

Best companies/startups local to San Diego/LA for exiting consulting?

Any 🐠 interested in joining a boutique pharma consulting firm based in Philly and Boston? We’re growing and need consultants!

Big law firms you’re least impressed with- go!

Just finished a brief in a hurry, blowing right through an (internal) deadline, and it's complete dog shit. I'll be fired today for sure

Panic attacks and anxiety for public speaking in front of strangers. Anyone in a simular situation who have tried Toastmasters?

How big of a pay cut would you take to go in-house? What’s the floor dollar wise?

How long do you spend on monthly reporting for your clients?
My 3-person team spends about 15+ hours a month each writing monthly reports for our clients (99 small retainer clients). We’ve received feedback that they’re too complicated and the clients just want to know - are we on the right track, what action items are there, and what any next steps are in their strategy.
How do you simplify without losing value?

I got into a complicated situation with a senior manager before. At the time I was new to the firm, and it was my first time in a big city. I never really said no, and didn’t know how acceptable cont

With the CDC releasing new mandates, What are partners seeing from clients? Are they asking for full return to the office? I definitely want to keep staying wfh and not commuting :/

Partners with kids and a working spouse, how do you manage? Is it realistic for both people in the relationship to work full time long term? How do you keep marriage going and career progressing?

Does anyone have any insight into 1st year partner compensation at Strategy&? What is base pay?

Hey Partners! I accepted a position at another firm and was bumped from manager to Senior consultant level. Could you give me some advice on 3 key things I can focus on to help me re-advance quickly?

D 🐠, what was your take home in first year as principal? I assume you all get roughly 350 units and have to finance your buy in. What does that leave for your monthly draw? And after your insurance?

There's a huge perception from the staff levels that promotions are largely a popularity contest. Perhaps this is a lack of transparency in the process or just burnt staff. Is there truth to this?

Big4 Partners: could you provide some insights into how the Big4 pensions work. Assume one becomes partner at 40, and then retires at 50 after full vesting, how much annual $$ you get after retirement?

How did you all decide or land in your major? By major, I mean how did you go about determining your specialty or focus? Can you still keep some diversification in your work too?

Advice for someone 3-5 yrs into consulting, who loves the client element and the type of work... but is starting to feel slowdown in growth and not interested in subject area? I feel like the firm doesn’t value me (rated above avg. but not too), not earning as much as classmates now in other firms that are doing ok, and my mentor leaders want to pull me deeper into the work they do... do I just go with it, do I switch firms, do I try something different?

Anyone got the skinny on Alix consulting?

Got pinged by a recruiter for an MD role in digital transformation

He claims they compete with MBB and Alvarez.

Thoughts?

Then partner puts it in his pocket, rakes credit F that

Excited to say that in 2019 I am taking a 98% pay cut to teach high school. I’ll most likely use my $32,000 salary to reinvest back into the children in my class

How do you impress a partner you don't know that well and meeting one on one for the first time?

For the Partners and really anyone in a leadership position: how do you motivate your people to take initiative? i.e. inferring next steps and taking action without waiting to be explicitly told to

/x-post from the Consulting Bowl/

Hello, Partners. Can anyone recommend fantastic courses, videos or training for a new manager like myself? I’ve come from a tech background and looking to be C-Suite

Partners, what is your magic number (in terms of dollars in the bank), after which you intend to retire?

Have any of you considered FIRE? I'm sure some of the partners are young and rich enough to retire. So why not say screw working until 60 and to hell with the pension? Travel the world and live life while I can?

How do PPMDs make sure when you are replacing an incumbent, you don't get handed down a broken system ? What sort of knowledge transfer and contractual framework do you get the client to agree to and how do you negotiate on that? I feel clients are not always honest and hide a lot of landmines which a consulting company can walk into and blamed for it.

PwC is getting a lot of hate out there :(