Started this Substack for Operators, individuals beginning their career. Would love feedback on what I have so far, where you think I can take this blog, or if you find anything I’m writing is insightful.

https://open.substack.com/pub/operatorsfieldguide

Is it bad if I already find myself disliking my job 1 month in? Did anyone feel this way at first and then grow to like what they do?

Is it just me or is production seriously that dry (fulltime or otherwise) in NYC these days? Can’t seem to find my next FL gig, even with ample experience and great names in my book! What gives!

Does anyone know if their firm has any inclusion initiatives around hiring individuals with special needs as part of a transition program? For example, when offices are open, having individuals be employed by the firm and help with more administrative tasks such as helping to get conference rooms set up for events, assisting visitors, etc.? My younger brother has special needs so am trying to help my parents look for a few options and was wondering if any of the consulting firms have this!

Joining UMM PE as associate, option to use my own phone + $50/mo stipend, or get company phone. Any recommendations?

Like the idea of separating work/personal but recognize two phones is annoying.

Hi Fishes,
Just received an offer from PWC SDC for an Associate role. In the job description,
Permanent WFH is mentioned, however in the offer letter there is nothing mentioned for
it, and HR said a specific document will not be provided for Permanent WFH. Any
suggestions what should I do ?

Hello Buddies,

After a long time yesterday did tricep workout and did 50 pushup in a strech. Today I can't lift my hands up even for eating. Anyone has any remedy for this.

What should a coder/biller/transcriptionist make with over 15 years of experience? I am currently the only person in the office that can do those jobs with no backup. I code and bill all office visits for 5 orthopedic providers and all surgical coding/billing for 3 surgeons. I also do any transcription that is needed.

I am in need of some advice I have a bachelors in healthcare administration. My long term goal would be a CEO of a hospital. I am looking at masters programs and need some advice as what to get my masters in. I could get my masters in healthcare administration but would like to look at something a little different maybe healthcare leadership or something. Anyone have some advice?

I am currently looking for a mentor and not sure the best way to approach finding one. Any advice?

Anyone want to aspire and get their real estate licenses together for a side hustle?

Hello fishes


Want to start my career in data science
I am 2021 mechanical engineering graduate having one year of experience in cognizant in support.
!!!!!! Help please

Thank you in advance

Hi all,
Q1: Are there many onsite opportunities at EY GDS?
Q2: If yes, how is the travel policy? Basically how company supports international travel of employees?
@EY

Planning to exit tech firms as a mid to senior level roles. What are some possible sources I can reach out at to make this happen?

Recently got an offer from KPMG. But the offer letter is in their portal with no KPMG letterhead or signatures. Next thing is there is no joining details like reporting office or whom should I report to on joining date. I have tried to contact HR via mail/ call. No response. What to do? Has anyone joined KPMG recently? How do they communicate the joining details? Please tell me

I have joined KGS a couple of weeks back. I am not getting an option to save my salary structure on the HGS portal. Whom to contact for this or does it open after first month?

My male SO was recently introduced to Le Labo and has been dropping hints. I want to get a cologne for him- what’s your fave at LL? I have a few faves, but I want to get more opinions

Any luck for US CPA in Canada?

Hi fishes ,
Anyone can share the data privacy in India and across aisa pacific regions

Do you need an engineering degree to go into product management? I have a bachelors degree and a Masters degree in Digital Transformation, and I work as a C (soon to be SC) im Tech Strategy and Transformation. What are the next steps I should to to pivot into PM? (certifications, types of projects, etc)

After 3 rounds of Apple interviews, recruiter has requested a call. Do we think it’s more likely a rejection or an offer?

Hi folks..i am from sales and account management experience. I am looking to move to product management and engineering in Google/ twitter/ Microsoft/meta.
What's the right steps and is it possible?

What’s the difference between product marketing and product management at Facebook? Or any company? And product strategy …. So confused!

Current SC with ~3YOE looking for a jump to tech. Just wrapped up interviews with AWS non-tech role slotted at L4. Current base is $115k. Can anyone provide insight into the band for L4 at AWS? I’ve provided the recruiter with my ideal range and am continually reminded to make sure I look at the “full compensation package”. Anticipate receiving offer within coming days. TIA.

Any recommendations on offline coding bootcamp in US?

Considering an offer for Product Manager at Home Depot. Any insight?

What base salary/ total comp to expect for a Sr PM in Toronto in today’s market?

I was looking at PM roles only that were around $110k, one company approached me with Sr PM (title bump) at $110k. I’m getting scheduled for final interview loop next week with this company and planning to negotiate if an offer is extended from them. I did tell them that I’m at final stage with other companies so they can expect multiple offer situation from me. Advice?

Recently accepted an offer for a manager in Bizops in Ad sales for a tech firm. Curious about the growth opportunities in this area. What do folks do after 2-3 years in such roles ?

(1/2) Hi all, based in the UK 🇬🇧, would appreciate your advice on how I could break into product management.

Context: Graduated in 2019 (Finance), 2 years at EY as a business consultant on mix of pmo projects and tech projects where I was developer (data vis, power platform, sql, vba, data analysis etc.). Joined Google on a 6 month contract as a data analyst.

Should I be applying for product analyst roles? Should I apply for strategy consulting? Could I go straight for prod mgmt roles?

Have worked previously as business consultant, pm in banking domain (10 years) and now as Product manager for a Bank(1 yr) - what are the chances FAANG would be interested in my profile for product manager/ project manager profile?

Anyone currently working at Peloton and able to provide a reference for a Senior Product Manager role? Thanks!

What are main differences in career/salary trajectory and WLB for a product manager vs product marketing manager?

Anyone at Google willing to give out a referral? I’m looking at some Product/Strategy roles. DM me.

Been contracted for almost a year and I have all the experience for full time technician, I just can't afford the price of the tests. My current gig has yet to onboard me even though I have stellar recommendations from higher ups in the company speaking of my work and professionalism. Does anyone know of a place that needs a high energy, professional, friendly computer Technician?

I used to be a consultant, now work in product marketing at a health tech startup. My goal is to transition to a PM role in big tech. What’s the best way to do so? What are the skills I need to gain / demonstrate to be able to be a PM?

Starting a new mobile app build (greenfield project) - target to start is iOS, but may expand to Android in ~2 years time and we will need a web experience (though not necessarily the same set of functionality).

What mobile frameworks are you using, and are you finding them productive? Team is considering React Native and Flutter, and I'm just looking to hear what's working for you / what you wished you'd done differently.