Random question and hoping consulting moms can help me out - Why do Partners still have Utilization targets?? McK/BCG Partner fish, do you have Util targets?

Staffing a part time side project that counts towards utilization at my firm. Unfortunately due to small budget cuts had to tell some of the part time staff who were contributing a few hours a week to the project that we would need them to step back from the project. Sent them an email immediately and thanked them for their time, and told them would love to work together again in the future. Is this fine or do I need to also meet with them to reassure them in a case like this?

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

What would you do if you have way less clients than your peers? Do you wait until you are assigned more clients or speak up? I'm a high performer but not utilized to my fullest capacity.

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.

Any ideas for how instructional aides(PCA/IA) can be utilized during online learning?

Have any respiratory therapists found jobs OTHER than being a clinical RT? I want to possibly change careers, but I am finding that a lot of jobs (clinical liason, utilization review, etc) want you to have a nursing degree, not a respiratory degree. I feel like as an RT we are limited to jobs.

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

Are you seeing any change in behavior based on the increased scrutiny on utilization and EM? I feel like there’s less teaming than a few years ago. Is that acknowledged as an unintended consequence?

Joined deloitte 6 months back my utilization is 76% is it low and a reason to be concerned? Everyone will say it to be 95

Any advice on how to transition from patient care into a WFH position. I really desire to do something different. I’m an outside the box thinker. I problem solving, figuring out things. My thoughts were case manager, utilization review but without any of that experience I’m unsure. Any suggestions?

For people that started recently, what is your utilization looking like? I joined in September and have 24% utilization. I have been staffed on 4 deals that all died within a week and it’s been pretty frustrating

I’m currently on a Secondment at a PE firm (100% utilized, 6-9months) and my partner still asks me to help out with BD/sales at EY. I’ve said no several times and now she’s becoming demanding. How should I navigate through this? Still wanna maintain a good relationship with the partner and EY, but been so close of just hanging up the call several times.

Got offer from BCG for ECT. Read numerous comments about ECT being not attractive compared to Generalist track. Also heard challenges about billability/utilization. Any views/ guidance appreciated!
I am not super keen to become a partner (selling) and main reason to join will be working with different clients, smart talented people and a good brand. End goal (at the moment atleast) is to stay for few years and return to the industry. 15 YOE

Do we have a chargeable code that we can bill our time to while we are waiting on a code to open? Its getting close to FYE utilization cut off so want to make sure I get credit for the hours pending.

What is the minimum utilization criteria followed at SDC?

There are people from my team with utilization in range of 30% to 50% and got promoted to manager 1 and sa2 respectively.

I have almost 75% utilization, so wondering why work so much. Thinking of aiming for 55% utilization this time.

Husband is doing well in his career, my son is thriving in school...Im still struggling to find a work place that i like. I been at my current employer for a year and to say the least i feel under utilized, undermined , only hired for my "optics" ( only minority in the team.. literally introduced once as the Puerto Rican HR lady). At first I thought some of the red flags was due to me being the new team member... but its gotten worst.... I want out... I have applied and interviewed. No luck yet

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...

I got laid off with no warning. Reason given was my utilization was low at 81.8%. No performance problems. Would it be inappropriate for me to apply back to PwC to the teams I discussed rolling onto?

Hello Fishes ,

7.5 YOE , tech stack Front end with React and Node JS

I have been with TCS since I joined as a fresher and now I’m looking for a switch . My current CTC is 9.5 (I know I’m underpaid heavily) . How much hike should I expect and what should be a good deserving CTC I should get ?

I currently hold a bachelor in accounting and I am looking into transition to the Cybersecurity world. I have an interest in working with the banks doing penetration testing.

Can anyone recommend a Tech Bootcamps in the ATL or Metro Atlanta Area

How can I get started ?

HI! New here. I’ve been in digital marketing for over 6 years just finished a BS in unrelated field and looking at data analytics. I know I need to learn SQL, python and R but I’m wondering if anyone has certificate recommendations for marketing in particular. With so many it’s hard to tell what’s best or most recognized by employers.

Does anyone here work at Take2 Consulting? Wondering what the culture is like...

🌱Work-Life Balance Thread 🌱

What are ways that you separate work and personal life? Tips, practices, resources?

Drop them in the comments below, help another user!

My therapist just told me I'm depressed..do you ever feel like they tell you things you hear a lot or could have figured out on your own? Like take care of yourself, it's ok to feel such and such, etc. I'm still newer to therapy so wondering if that's the common experience? Do you ever have moments where you're like wow that actually is eye opening and I wouldn't have gotten that from reading self help books and websites etc?

I’m currently a dermatology medical assistant and I love the dermatology field but don’t want to be a provider. Any other career path suggestions?

Need help, Notice period 40 days,
I am looking for a switch in cloud strategy, pre sales & solution design profile. I am MBA from Tier 2 B school.
I have 3.6 years of experience in IT.
Do share if have any opportunity for me.
. My skill set includes:
1. Pre-Sales in Cloud & Infrastructure
2. Proposal designing, business presentation & cost estimation
3. Proposal submission, business presentation & proactive BDM
4. Technical solution research & writing

Does anyone at Amazon make over 180 base?

Moved here about a year ago and today my car windows were smashed for the 5th time since arriving. There are so many things I love about the Bay Area but the reasons to leave keep adding up 😔

What is the maximum package that EY GDS can offer for a 'Senior' position hiring?
I have a discussion with the HR. Please help.

How’s everyone’s firms doing?
MBB, Strategy&, EYP, Deloitte, Big4, OW, RB
Is the worst over?

Any feedback on online MBAs as platform for exiting from current gig into industry ? I can’t afford a full time MBA at this point

Why is strategy work so highly coveted? My gut says it's probably pay, but if the pay was the same would you still switch into or out of strategy work the choice?

Anyone has experience getting 100% off thyroid medication after being diagnosed with hypothyroidism? What treatment did you follow and how long did it take?

How do I train myself to eat out of necessity not pleasure? I don't overeat but I always have the desire to eat something new instead of leftovers.

Happy to refer to Deloitte! There's a hiring push in the Customer & to Marketing OP

SPY Bollinger bands indicating a pull back?

Ugh - mom help needed. I flipped out on the daycare director this morning. I have three kids in this daycare and two of them have field trips to the pumpkin patch planned for next week. Found out this morning that they are not requiring masks and the busses to the pumpkin patch will be filled to capacity with the kids plus adult chaperones. Their excuse for this reckless stupidity is that they are following all state requirements and the adults drop of the kids off every morning so it’s (contd)

My sister is having a difficulty getting pregnant because her eggs are not maturing. Anyone here has or had the similar issues?

Anyone have tips for preventing hair loss with snoo?

Taking some time off over the next few weeks and decided to start potty training my two year old. Any tips/tricks that have worked for any moms on here? TIA! :)

Is it insane to commit to attending a wedding (as a bridesmaid) 5 weeks after giving birth?

Did anyone accept a job while pregnant? When did you tell your new employer and how did they react?

Best consulting companies for mat leave... (apart from Accenture) go!

Thinking of booking a trip to Bermuda with my Toddler. Any reconditions?

Reco for body wash, shampoo, hair conditioner, lotion for toddler? Have been using aqua phone brand so far but wondering if the LO is now old enough to go on to other brands

Always wanted to have kids 3yrs apart but now looks like it will be longer. Any comforting tips from moms with >3-5yr gap? I worry that the siblings won't have a strong bond being in diff life stages

Not to be a downer, but do you ever get really worried wondering what will happen to our kids given climate change?

I just had my first almost a year ago. Ever since coming back from mat leave I’ve wanted to find a new job to do something more exciting. I struck out a lot and am defeated. Now I’m thinking I should just stay put even though I’m not that happy. I’m uninspired by the work but I feel like I have a firm track record and can do enough to “get by” where at a new place I’d have to start over with little leeway. Anyone else feel this way? I want to do something else but feel stuck…

What are your go to gifts for a teacher? In our case, it’s preschool and there is both a main teacher and a teachers assistant in the class. Do people do handmade card from the kids and a gift card? How much? Or something else? Ideas and norms appreciated!

Might be a bit of a stretch but I'm super into up cycling. Any nyc mama's giving away a toddler table / chairs? I've already searched my local fb groups.

Hi all, my fiancé and I are due in September with our first. Would you recommend getting a night nurse? And, even if you’re up breast feeding every few hours anyway?

Anyone ever put their electric breast pump into a checked bag? Thinking of doing it, somehow seems odd to me (like it could get damaged) but logically it should be fine, right?

We really need the help with our toddler and house chores. Does anyone have a nanny+ house manager arrangement? Is it the same person or different? What responsibilities and pay ( with location) - did you go through an agency?

Any recommendations, please- my awesome husband and I are overwhelmed and desperately need help! First time parents and away from all family help!

i am starting a new project on Monday and i am 9 weeks pregnant. Is it better to tell my project manager now about my pregnancy

My almost 3 year old loves his crib. It’s pretty a apparent that it makes him feel safe at night. I stupidly did not buy a crib that coverts to a toddler bed and he has no interest in sleeping in his big boy bed. We also need to potty train him.. I know he will continue to wear a diaper at night but I dont like forcing potty all day then Trapped in a cage at night. Am I over thinking this? Is he ok I’m the crib till he’s ready or any tips to make the transition smoother?

FTM here. My 18 months old started daycare and we are doing a transition plan where we will do 2 days for 2 - 3 hrs each in week1, 3-4 hrs each for 3 days in week2 and 4-5 hrs for 3 days in weeks3 and week4. He has always been home with either me, my husband or grandparents so this is his first time being outside home. During his first day he cried for 2 hrs straight. When I went to pick him up he was standing in the room and crying where one teacher was teaching numbers and the other .. contd.