Searching for strategy roles in NY! Junior-mid level... hoping to exit current role in coming month or so
Any pointers?

Looking for feedback on two opportunities and which opportunity would be better for my application for a M7 school in 2 years. 1) Stay at T2 consulting firm (already 2 YOE) and continue towards firm sponsorship 2) Take a substantial pay increase, go to a family office, and own more E2E work with direct contact with family (w/ no MBA sponsorship). Appreciate any advice! TIA

I’m so happy to say that after about 5 years of being here, I’m finally done with the exam!!! In a world full of internet trolls, it was so refreshing to be on this thread while we all cheered for each other and pushed each other to climb over our failures and discouragements. Thank you for all who have posted helpful comments, asked poignant questions and left their encouragement! If I can pass, you will pass! Best of luck everyone!

Looking to improve general communication skills (especially around structuring narrative/ key messages), any books/courses that you would recommend?

I have a SQL assessment to complete with Home Depot for a Senior Analyst position for Inventory Solutions department and a little nervous for it as I have not touched SQL in over a year and a half since my previous role. Does anyone happen to have any tips or insight on the assessment? What functions are commonly asked, etc. thanks in advance. Looking at YouTube and LinkedIn tutorials at the moment to freshen up.

Hi all,

Can anyone share some insights on the Associate managing consultant role at Mastercard? I am curious to understand the culture, the projects and the salary as well.

I can't DM yet as I am new so please feel free to DM me.

What’s an acceptable salary for a entry level customer success manager role in cybersecurity? Coming on with 3 years related experience.

Hi fishes,

My interview with Microsoft for SE2 was scheduled and cancelled a day before. Neither I received any email regarding cancellation nor the recruiter informed me. Two days later I got an email saying Microsoft is freezing hiring for certain departments and the recruiter is ghosting me. Will I even get a chance to interview atleast?

For anyone who cracked the leetcode questions. I’ve been going at it for months but spend hours trying to get to a solution and hours trying to understand why the “answer key” works. Can someone please share how you learned these questions? Probably going to give up and switch careers soon.

If the ultimate goal is to move in pharma/biotech (bd / strategy type role), does prestige of consulting firm matter? Or would it be better to work for less known firm that may have more client facing opportunities?

Do MBB pay a referral bonus if your referral gets hired?

Any openings for WPF or desktop application developer?

Can anyone confirm if KPMG India Office In Hyderabad would be open by July last week?
I have joining and need to know if it's opening or Remote work?

I am in the process of finishing up my MBA but considering also getting my SPHR or PHR cert. Is it even worth it or a waste of time and money?

Hi fishes,
Planning a career transition into Data science filed..Need tips

I was working in IT but my role tag was BPS. How much time it will take to get my role tag changed. It's been 1.4 years since I joined the company. Any suggestions?

Need referral in kpmg for one of the open position. I will DM the details. Please let me know...

Any good business/consulting books on amazon kindle that y’all have read that has helped you in your job?

Has anyone taken up and completed any course from upGrad? Is it really beneficial in career growth? Do companies consider upGrad certification as legit?

PS:- I am planning to do a Data analytics course. If anybody is aware of a better course pls suggest.

Does anyone here work in the Middle East? I am seeking opportunities in the healthcare consulting space and would appreciate any leads.

Best SPG or Marriott in San Francisco?

I joined atos paladion recently, can i expect any welcome gifts from atos.

Do you remember when “office closed due to inclement weather” meant you had an easy day at home because remote wasn’t a thing yet? Now with a foot of snow coming, office closed means wfh with no backup childcare available….

Any recommended books to read prior to beginning a summer associate position? Transactional/ Corporate & Finance

I moved from construction to coverage and I absolutely loathe the work. Is it unreasonable for me to want to enjoy the work I do?

Is there anyone that knows much about battle spares manager and knows what's a decent salary with this position?

Do we need to complete joining formalities to accept EPAM anywhere offer?

Does anyone know the billable hours goal for managers at EY?

What are the pros and cons of working for Progressive Insurance as a PIP examiner?

It's been 10 days i have not recvd any mail & neither my manger or supervisor told me to come to office!!

In TCS what is happening right now?

Hi fishes,

I want to know the work environment, work life balance, growth and all things about CAPCO ?
Can you please suggest?

What should a commercial claims account manager be making as a salary ? Handles asbestos claims only. Works for a TPA handling claims for 4 carriers. Law degree with many years trial experience as in house ID but for personal lines. This is first job handling commercial claims

Thoughts on specialty life insurance? I don’t have my LLQP. This is based in canada. They are offering paid training

Currently a staff in audit - 6 months in. Glad to be learning a lot, and have had a generally positive experience at the firm other than a few interactions, some tough busy season nights. Really been intrigued by TAS/M&A, however, and had a few convos with a senior in TAS i know at the firm. It’s closer to what I studied, but don’t know how to make the jump as it seems an internal transfer could take 6+months/senior rank and a lot of convincing. Is it better to jump firms/has anyone done this?

Came up with an idea in an agency brainstorm, even who the influencer should be. Now it’s being executed, but I’m not working on it. Weird if I put it in my book? Maybe as just the one who came up with it?

Hi all, I've just been offered a role at Accenture UK and was wondering what the paternity leave is as this is going to impact my decision. Can someone please share? Thank you!!

Hi.. i was offered A2 level, 19LPA for 4.8 yoe & cloud devops tech stack.
If i have a counter offer 25lpa with better role, will EPAM be open to negotiate? I feel the role & ctc are not on par.

Does anyone have a list of KPIs for Comms Planning roles within an agency setting? Trying to establish how I’m measured / being reviewed because it’s very hazy at the moment.

Really appreciate it!!

Question: I’m new to all this so sorry if this is so obvious. How often do mid to large size agencies contract work out to smaller ones? And what’s the best way to go about starting that relationship?

Connections and comms strategy are changing with the industry. Where do you bring the most value to teams and clients today, and where / how do you see that evolving ?

What’s the biggest difference between a Brand Director and a Director of Marketing & Communications?

Are there any agencies with a decent Comms Planning department in Chicago???

How can I improve at developing activation maps/architecture. I’m so slow and I struggle to get it right and to make intuitive sense.

In your opinion, what brand is the best at social? Feels like it’s so hard to get creatives to think beyond film scripts

After making it through all rounds of interviews at Apple, I was informed the comms planning role I am after was cut due to hiring freezes. That said, I am being offered a contractor role with potential for full time conversion if the role opens up. Any advice?

You want a masterclass in customer service, work with a vet that does in home pet euthanasia. As she said, no one is calling with good news. It was simple, not cheap but fair, (cont)

I'm looking for a scenario planning framework or template. Something that essentially says if this happens then do that. Any help much appreciated.

I'm looking for a comms planner for a mid-size agency in San Diego. 5-7 years overall experience with at least 1 full year spent exclusively on comms. DM me if you're interested, I'd consider more experienced as well.

Anyone else struggling with facilitating brainstorms that come up with ideas that play off culture? Would love thoughts on how you’ve done this well... also any exercises a “must have” in a session

Looking for account managers and digital strategists! Small and innovative fast-growing full service creative agency working with big global brands in NY. DM if you are interspersed or know someone!

How do you explain to your mom/ other non industry person what you do?

Some advice? Just finished my strategy internship, where I was exposed to comms planning for the first time and would love to do a comms planning internship next. Cont'd...

Hi! Do you think there's value in a junior comms planner? And when you're starting out, how beneficial is it to have some experience at a media agency?

Good morning strategy bowl...our 5 year old agency is strategically led and growing. We are in Upstate NY, working with large brands and expanding our planning team. Seeking a planner with 7-10 years.