Random partner asked a litigation-related question to a partner I frequently work with (i’m a transactional associate). My partner cc’d me and said for me to briefly look. Asked the library. They got me a great case. Sent it back. Now the random partner is asking for more cases in another circuit.

I haven’t done caselaw research since 1L and this isn’t even my practice… wtf do I do (I am fully utilized in my normal work and have a few deals closing soon…)

How is everyone staying motivated at work while going through fertility treatments? On days when I have appts or get my period, all I want to do is google and read forums about it. My utilization is tanking (not because I’m blowing off work, but because I need to find and take on new work) but can’t get the energy to). I’ve told my manager about what I’m going through and she is supportive, but feeling guilty when I hear about how busy everyone around me is and I just can’t find the motivation.

Hi! I’m doing some research on employee benefits (medical insurance, 401k, HSA/FSA, commuter benefits) and was hoping to connect with People specialists or HR professionals in the comp & benefits space. I’m trying to better understand any pain points or challenges you might face with utilization/enrollment. Anyone interested in connecting? Thank you!

Does having higher Standard Utilization helps in annual performance/promotions?
I am currently having 108% but unsure about how it will help me.

Genuine answers please :)

In light of all discussions on FB, it seems to me that individuals at our firm have been removed out of EY beyond PIP related issues.
To help the community brace itself, please provide facts on your Utilization, level, leads, YoE at EY, and network.
My experience seems that the ones let go, had weak network.

I know there are variations of this thread, but what is Alvarez & Marsal target comp for a Manager in CPI if you hit say ~90% utilization? Is that 140k base + 50% bonus? Or higher?

Poll Question: which consultant would you rather staff or hire and why?

A. Consultant who has worked with the same client for two straight years, above target utilization.

B. Consultant who has worked with 8 different clients over two years, above target utilization.

Hi fishes.. i have joined ey gds in august. On the 2nd week of joining i got allocated to a project(100% utilization) its been 3 months, the project did not kickstart.. had few meetings but no work at all. I have been doing couple of certificates though. Can i be in trouble for this? Will job security be affected?

How do you handle busy season OT/utilization requirements while WFH, kids/family all home too? Feel like I’m on the computer round the clock while taking care of my fam, no sleep & just hittin 8hr/day

This group is for providing a unique platform for utilization of opportunities and delivering quality results in political consulting. It will also act as a go-to go network for all types of Political Campaigning & allied activities.
Plz, invite your connections...

Are there any firms that gets an utilization bonus for hitting above targets?

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Hás anybody here ever utilized ZoeFin to get leads? Thanks

9 weeks after being laid off ... I got an offer today that far surpasses everything I’ve hoped for in consulting... low travel, no utilization worries and no sales bogey. I’m glad I kept my tech skills up.

Have you ever not hit your utilization or BD hours for the year? If so, why and what happened?

RP indicated in my pre-CRT mtg that my utilization is low. There are many reasons for that - which he knows - but he seemed concerned. I have less than 6 mos tenure. Should I be concerned?

Any other Deloitte folks get screwed in their year end rating because of low utilization since there were so few projects to be had earlier this year? Manager openly said it was "beyond my control".

About to Join Deloitte Cyber Risk after college. What type of work I will he doing
— also work life balance and Utilization prospective?

INDUSTRY VS CONSULTING COMPARISON THREAD

Joining Industry has been pretty interesting. I’d love to hear about the little nuances you’ve noticed after making the switch.

I’ll go first:
- The concept of a “boss” is very real. This person is largely responsible for your career, knows your salary, and has influence in things like internal transfers
- The idea of working FOR your boss is also new
- No time sheets or utilization
- Decks and presentation skills are way less polished

Got the boot last week. Was staffed with extensions till end of year. M sure the issue was a slightly lower utilization for the last performance year. Great snapshots and real time awards. (Contd)

First year BTS TCI, started in June 2019 and have 65% CS utilization so far. How worried should I be?

I want to learn as much as possible about digital marketing as I can. Can I get pointed to your favorite resources to learn from? I’m open to free and paid options, I want to get the most up-to-date and future-proof knowledge I possibly can

Who would you say are the best young creatives (5-10 yrs. exp) in Chicago? Teams, individuals...

Looking for advice. When I signed with my agency they offered me 5k to move but noted I would have to pay back if I resigned within 18 months. I’m currently at 16 months but just got an incredible offer. How strict is this payback policy? Note: one of the reasons I want to leave is a male peer is making 40% more than me

Hi can anyone can help me with macro doubts coz I wanna get one macro prepared for my day to day reports but I will love if I can have someone who can help me

Dear fishes,
I don't have any technology background and currently working with management consulting (government advisory).
I wish to learn and work in cyber security space. Please suggest how and where to develop this skill.

At my first agency job, I was
- Paid pennies to work 55 to 100 hour weeks.
- Bullied by senior members of staff about my appearance and poor quality clothing. (The best I could afford on what they were paying me.)
- Looked down on and generally disrespected constantly.
- Falsely accused of theft with no evidence.
- Ordered to lie about my religion.
- Unfairly dismissed one week before the one year mark, where I'd have grounds to take them to a tribunal.
How was your first job?

Hi Guys, does anyone know if there's gym facility in jpmc office in Bangalore at Prestige Tech park?

Any US citizen found a job in Russia?

Glad to have gotten in a few places, but feeling like so many people got scholarships and feeling daunted by the debt

Pls like this post.. Need to activate DM.... thnx

Has anyone made the move from Enterprise Risk to Sales/tech sales? Not really feeling like the exit opportunities of enterprise risk are what I want to do long term & thinking about a career change!

Hello Sharks,
Need some advice.

I am currently serving notice period.
I cleared 3 Tech rounds of Siemens EDA ( mentor graphics ) . After that it has been around 2 weeks and HR is saying that they are waiting for some approval due to financial year end .

Should I keep my hopes high of getting offer letter or look for opportunities somewhere else ?
Usually how much days does it take after Tech round till offer letter release ?
Thanks in advance.

What’s your favorite marketing podcast?

I work in marketing within a small team. Just myself, my manager and a part time designer that I personally manage. My manager doesn’t seem to do much work. He never tells me what he’s working on, provides no instructions, guidance or feedback, and in our weekly standup he will just list out the tasks I am personally working on. It’s a lot on my plate as I handle socials, email marketing and copyrighting, yet he gets a lot of my credit but he’s not doing anything? This is my 1st job.

My phone is giving up on me, and considering getting a new one. I’m starting at BCG soon, so want to first check if BCG provides a phone?

Any recommended study material for CIPP and/or CIPM (still debating the two)?

I got into this business a little over a year ago because I wanted to help people and make a difference in their lives. I do feel like I do that with my current clients but...

Any comments on Lewis Brisbois pay? Is it Cravath?

What kind of bonuses are my fellow mid-level high billers (over 2400 hours) getting this year?

On a conference call with 4 gay attorneys (2 partners and 2 associates), 2 of which are POCs (including myself). Have I reached peak diversity?

Is general quality of life likely to improve by switching from transactional/corporate work to litigation?

If you schedule dinner or something, do you put it on your work calendar as busy? What do you write? Personal time?

Any info on Clyde & Co? Billable hour requirements?

Any insight on Goldberg Kohn? Finance specifically

I’m considering a lateral offer in lit between a V10 and V50. The V10 has the brand value, but I got the impression that I would just be another cog in the machine there. The V50 is similarly well regarded in my specific practice area as the V10, and I do think if I want to try to make partner I should go to the V50. Does brand value particularly matter? I’m coming from a V50, and only considering government or staying at the firm.

Question for funds attorneys: Do you know how your clients track and implement LP side letter requests? What system do they have in place to make sure that they don't slip through the cracks and the right team takes ownership?

Have a coworker who volunteers for work but never ends up doing it. At what point does it make sense to go to the partner to address this? We’re both midlevels, and I’m tired of having to put in even more time every weekend to pick up his slack. If this were a junior, I’d address it with them first, but this is unacceptable from a fifth/sixth year.

Real Estate Associates, are you busy?

How are non-market (comp) Amlaw100-200 firms going to survive the associate salary hikes? I’m at an Amlaw100+ firm and our comp is about 25% under the new market for junior/midlevel and up to 40% under for seniors. We have tons of work and NO associates left to do it. Many (if not most) associates have jumped to market firms and no laterals to replace them. How will this place survive with no foreseeable associates and (allegedly) no plans for raises?

Anyone else have to do mandatory “non-billable” hours? I just lateraled and this is blowing my mind. The ramp up has also been slow. Any tips?

Does anyone else plan on working in big law for 5 or 6 years and then leaving the legal profession altogether?

Considering an offer from Lewis Brisbois after not getting traction with other Am100 firms. Trying to make the jump into BigLaw from a small firm where I’m getting great commercial litigation experience working with and opposite BigLaw attorneys. I’m just looking for more money, better long-term career prospects, and job security (rainmaker is very near retirement age). Am I crazy? Any advice? Feel that I’ve put myself in a solid position experience wise. Don’t want to mess it up.

Is it true that Cooley just laid off an additional 100+ associates? (In addition to their past loyoffs). Seems wild

Any other senior associates find this job insanely difficult?

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