Question about federal clerkships- OSCAR says that one of the minimum qualifications is having served on an editorial board of law review. Does anyone know whether it’s possible to secure a federal clerkship without having done law review??

Currently working in a hybrid consulting/product management/technology role. Feel as though I should pick one and dive 100% into it. Best long term career path?

Any tips for someone looking to transition from big 4 audit to IB who just started?

What are the growth perspective in Bank of America as a senior SME in Recons domain as currently am working in Record to Report with Genpact.

I feel like I'm stuck in consulting. I'm in a PMO/ tech delivery role in the oracle practice (SM), 10+ yoe and would like to exit into industry. Which companies should I be looking for exit opportunities?

Best SAP customer to work for if leaving SAP itself/partner consulting firm? In terms of Pay, WLB, Benefits

Hi Sharks,

I am a product owner and want to learn all aspects of product management and to transition as a product manager in leading Tech firms. I had completed my engineering and mba but never worked as a software engineer. I started my career in sales and am now working as a PO. So I lack technical knowledge as well. Can some experienced product manager guide me and PPL like me here on this fish bowl a step by step plan to achieve this goal. What courses we can join, what books to read

What are the cons of exiting to tech (PM and bizops roles, not SWE)?

Is it a good time to switch?

Does a data analysis/ dashboards specialization offer better professional prospects than the alternatives for public sector consultants? I studied it in college but haven't done much of it lately and I'm worried I'm limiting myself.

Has anyone done a rotation at the SEC or the FASB? What was it like?

So for those thinking of doing CFA, big tip. Start trying to get into your desired role after you pass level 1 and 2. Don’t wait to be a full charter to pivot. Level 1 and 2 are like recruiting cycles

Anyone leave a new job to go back to their old job a few months after leaving? Can you speak to your experiences? Regrets?

If you could get your company to cover costs for certification and / or trainings what is your dream list?

Graduated with a degree in managerial science and minor in marketing and a sales certificate from a very prestigious business program in GA. Have had 4 different management positions in the past. Looking for opportunities in sales that allow me to travel constantly. Preferably base + commission but open for anything with traveling (within/out the country) anyone can help me network? Thank you!

For the people who earned the SHRM-CP, did you feel it was worth it? I have an indirect HR position, been applying for more HR focused positions and wondering if this would help. I got the CAPM (certified associate of project management) in December, but that hasn’t really changed things. Would love some opinions before working on another certification!

Im moving from core Auto product management role to software development product management role.
Can you please share what should I read to brush up basics on SW PM?
Courses, books, blogs, anything is welcome!
Let's make this group a little active!

Does anyone know what the starting salaries are for a consultant vs senior consultant at Deloitte and how quickly you can progress between the two grades?

Is it possible to join a MBB as a lateral hire w/o going to b-school? Currently working in Asset Management w/ a couple blue chip employers on resume, but not able to attend b-school due to personal reasons. YOE: 5+

Any other MDs here? Are you preparing for industry exits or the long haul in consulting? I genuinely love this industry so far an am curious how much of my background will actually be useful after SA.

Has anyone here received an offer and declined due to timing but joined at a later date? Being opportunistic with my search and not quite ready to jump ship, but also finding some pretty interesting gigs.

Hello Everyone,

I am looking for job in finance sector. I am a CA and took a break as appearing for UPSC. But recently I completed my internship from Sutherland Global Services as Credit Research Analyst Intern for 6 months where I was working in Project of Portfolio Management of fixed income asset exposure. Please share if you have any references.

Preferred Location - Mumbai

Does anyone here work in the manufacturing/skilled trades industry; more specifically the defense/submarine & shipbuilding space? Our CEO has created a Recruitment Marketing & Outreach Coordinator position that I tried to fill using with an intern & I’ve quickly realized we need a full-time professional. Our company company located in NH, needs to build the framework for this position first. Any job descriptions or ideas where to find this person? Salary? Transferable from a different ind?

How do I get a job as a Mechanical Engineer if I dont have experience?

I couldn’t get an internship while in school. I have a BS in ME and projects from school under my belt. I’ve also passed the FE exam. I’ve been mostly just doing CAD for a company for the last year by creating minimally dimensioned drawings and moving parts around in assemblies. I want to evolve in my career and be doing more. I worked so hard to earn my degree and I feel like I’m not even using it. But who will hire me?

I'm an immigrant from Brazil and I'm evaluating my civil engineering degree and starting from scratch.
I did internship in civil engineering during the entire period of college and worked another year after graduating, which totaled 6 years of experience. I would like to know how the job market is like for immigrants in the field of civil engineering in the US and what advice would you give to someone who is starting over and improving in this area?

Any tips for phone interview for TPM @AWS?

Hi everyone! Anyone have any experience at UnitedHealth Group claims?

Any suggestions for manager level salary at Du telecom?

Does anyone have idea about Feuji. How are they at pay and how is wlb.

What’s your favorite meditation app and why?
I’ve tried Headspace, 10percent, and Calm. Was thinking about trying Sam Harris’ next. Would love to know what else is on the market that is as good. Thanks in advance!

How much do you contribute to your 401k?

Best book you've read recently on personal finance?

I (33M) got booted from Bumble for "promoting social media". I do not even have social media and I can't stand seeing Instagram or TikTok in a girl's bio - it's an instant turn off - so why would I do it?

Anyone have experience fighting a ban? Bumble was really the only app I liked.

How much do you bill for reviewing a client email and/or sending a response? Do you ever get any pushback billing for that?

JD mortgage question since I've seen talk of it here: I'm a third year looking to purchase a home. If I've saved enough for a down payment of 10% or possibly 20%, is there any benefit to the JD mortgage? Better interest rate? No PMI if 10% down?

It’s not white vs black, it’s everybody vs racists

I really would like to retire. That is all.

Can’t focus on work because of the Supreme Court’s utter bullshit. Meetings and deliverables can wait until Monday and anybody who doesn’t think they can doesn’t have a fucking soul.

In-house people (or those who know in house people), how much do y’all make and in what city are you located?

Studying for the October bar as a barred lawyer has been extra horrible. I can’t imagine how non barred exam takers feel. Anyone want to commiserate?

Is a PLLC or PC needed for professional services in NY?

How much ebb and flow in work is normal? Mid-size firm, civil lit. Some weeks are 40+ hours billed, but others are around 20. When should you start worrying?

My firm is staying open but I’m a litigator- state and fed courts are closing, most of my depos and appearances have been canceled. My Q1 billing bonus cutoff is the end of the month and I’m SCREWED.

The partner I work with wants me to dictate everything for the secretary to type. I feel that I am better at typing and more productive typing my work out. I have never dictated anything in my life and don’t think I would be very efficient or effective at it, I also hate the sound of my own voice. He keeps trying to push me into dictating but I want to type my stuff out, I do not think I am that slow at typing my work etc and I am getting assigned tasks done so I do not see a difference.

I hate billing. I love working defense, but just cannot stand billing. I am thinking of switching sides and working for a plaintiff’s firm. What are the positives and negatives of working on the plaintiff’s side. Also, I’m 2 years into practicing, if that makes a difference for any of the cons.

If my firm violated employment law and now I want to leave, how do I negotiate/value a severance?

Are any NEW JERSEY firms doing anything about coronavirus besides travel restrictions?

Anyone who work in municipal finance law practice have any thoughts on the practice and WLB in that field? Considering a practice switch because corporate/PE work is not only exhausting but I’m not feeling inspired anymore by what my work achieves in the world. As a liberal the idea of helping municipalities fund public projects seems intriguing—yes, proud blue state taxpayer here ideologically.

Was asked what my salary expectations were on an Interview and I blurted out a number that was only $5k higher than the offer they made me a few days later. Any advice on how I should negotiate?

In the beginning of an email is it:
1) Hi, [name]
2) Hi [name],
3) Hi [name]:

Has anyone on here or know of anyone who left law for a different career? Happier? Full of regret?

To my orthodox colleagues: how do you adjust your schedule to account for Shabbat? Do you find that it helps your prioritize during the week?

Any management consultants turned lawyers in this bowl?

Tampa Bay Area: what’s the salary range for partners at insurance defense firms?

I was indirectly accused of fabricating a document. The exact words are "we cannot confirm the accuracy of this document as the letter was returned undeliverable"

I received the document from the author via email and have all the proof. In my brief should I just submit the email and leave it alone. Or should I spend more time hammering them on it?

Anyone work for NYC HEALTH & HOSPITAL that can talk about quality of work? Benefits, WLB, WFH, workload (!!), billable hours (??) etc? TYIA

Any tips for success with a virtual interview? I’ve never done one before.