The constant grind towards meeting utilization & project revenues not only takes a toll on PTO approval from managers, but also to get trained in skills that we need to support future business needs😏

Overheard: *dials frantically* "Hi. The holiday party was moved the the 7th so we're gonna need to move that Axe Throwing event. Yeah. Bye. "

Anyone find a reasonable flight around Thanksgiving? I’m looking for somewhere to go over the holiday for 5 nights or so.

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!

What is the target utilization for a Senior 2? Or number of chargeable hours goal? Is this ever hard to meet?

I just want to say to the Indian managers / SMs etc. stop taking everything so seriously and stressing people out on your teams. I have had managers who put initiative work so high in importance that it stresses me out about client work. Chill out and stop emailing on weekends. Hang out with your families! Doesn’t mean don’t work hard but chill the heck out people. Clearly this is just a job that doesn’t pay you well enough in the first place why are you stressing other people out too?!

I have created Algorithmic Product/System for the client to take out inventory not-in-demand for long time to save storage expense and also provide an approach to prioritize Work Orders based on Market Demand. It’s more like an Manufacturing Plan. I want to get into Product Analyst/Lead role. What approach I should take? Any books to start with? Any events to attend? Any groups to join?

Can someone refer me in Accenture. I am currently working as Process Leader with 9 years of experience in project management and process management.

I just got laid off from my job as a gov contractor because the project I was working on ended. I’m currently a grad student part time and was hoping to work that job until finishing grad school before applying to consulting roles. Should I go ahead and try applying for those roles now since I don’t have a job? Or should I wait since I’m still in school until next May?

Just realized I carried more than 20 vacation days over to VY2019. Days, not hours. Whoops.

If a client asks law firm A to transfer a couple of patent prosecution cases to law firm B, does law firm A need to deliver all relevant documents to law firm B? Can law firm B just submit POA and access all the files via Private Pair? Thank you

Hi folks,
Need ur suggestion!
I am havng 2.7 yoe and working in project in ibm past 2 months. I am facing difficulties in settling in this project. As it’s early stage of my career I need to learn and then implement but because of that I am daily facing pressure and I am daily worried abt my work . How to overcome this pressure? Sometimes I feel to take release but on other hand I think I need to face and learn !
Plz help

I recently joined IBM Kolkata for mainframe. Is there any project available for 7B ? 9.4 years exp.

I have a client (employer) that wishes to hire a worker that is currently in an H2B visa. Two questions: 1. Do I use the same 9142B to apply for the change of employer, and 2) because it is a change and extension (he is on year 2) it won’t count against the quota?

Hi everyone. I'm pretty early in my career (just over 1 YOE) & not really enjoying my current role as a Consultant/Developer because of the type of projects I get combined with some mobility issues. However, I'm really interested in technical program management or project management and I'm looking for any advice on how to get there bc I've been applying, but can't even seem to get a call back.

(Also would really appreciate some likes on this post to get my 11 likes out of the way 😀)

When a consolidated unitary group acquires a TX Corp, does TX follow Sec. 382 and Sec. 383 and apply a limitation on the utilization of the acquired entity's TX R&D credits following the acquisition?

To people who have worked on both, what is the main difference in responsibility for a consultant working on a COTS delivery project compared to more bespoke agile one? I have experience in agile bespoke delivery, would I find it easy to switch to COTS implementation?

I have a crush on my counsellor at work. She's much older but still really gracious and beautiful. Should I go for it or is this a bad idea?

Anyone make an expat move from nyc to Hong Kong?

If so, what package should I ask for?

Anyone work or has worked at MGO?

Hi all
I work as chef and i m looking for job change dm me if any opportunity is there

Please suggest to get some nice suits at London. I will be there for two weeks.

Please suggest, how to get job opportunities in country like Canai, Australia or UK. I didn't find much through naukri

Where to buy good quality fancy socks without paying $40 a pair ?

Favorite everyday walking/running shoes for casual runners (~5-10 miles a week)? Im thinking about Brooks Revel 2; found a deal for $80.

Trying to revive the dead bowl. What’s your raise and PBB?

Anyone gone from PA to CBRE ? Do you like it ?

For those who exited to PE deals / investment core teams, what’s your focus area when you were in consulting? Deal Strategy, Commercial DD, Growth Strategy, etc.? Do you like the WLB in PE?

What does a community manager who also does social media ads, graphic designs, content planning etc makes in Bangalore on an average

I just received an offer to lateral into banking. How does independence affect the stocks I currently own? If I join and my stocks are on a restricted list will I have to sell them? Or will I be limited to being unable to buy more/sell any during the course of my employment.

Steel Case vs Herman Miller

Is Herman Miller the undeniable winner in the office chair market or is Steel Case a contender for first?

Anyone else noticed the tons of FMLA jobs needed and hiring right now? I’ve never seen so many. That and Pediatric nursing jobs. Thoughts anyone?

Just paid off student debt, have around 7K in savings - any tips on what to do ? Should I save up more till i hit 25-30K (do have a wedding potentially coming up in 2 years) or start dumping all money into stocks and btc? Currently putting 10% to Roth and make 100K pre tax income if that’s any help

Anybody at the Westin Michigan Ave this week? Drinks?

EY folk - when are bonus amounts announced? Thanks!

Can someone help with the base salary range for a 6+ years experienced finance professional with FRM and CFA certifications in Big 6 firms in Advisory practice?

Also, what should be the expectations for joining bonus during the current times?

Client is trying hard to recruit me, any repercussions? I’m in California

Best affordable office chairs for the back?

Has anyone done therapy using Teladoc? Any good?

With Spring Break among us, amateur hour returns at the airports. And Summer is just around the corner. Happy fly day!

Monday Status Report: Flight upgraded to first ✅. Aforementioned flight delayed 1.5 hours ❌. Partner canceled 6pm meeting ✅. Hotel upgraded to a suite at the Ritz ✅✅. Not bad for a Monday, not bad....

Any issues at Logan this morning?

Hi 🐟!! How many have been using a standing desk during this time? Are you able to stand the majority of the day? Has it helped with concentration? Thanks!

Anyone in D.C. with kids-- I'm looking to buy a house and wondered if anyone had thoughts on Peabody/Watkins elementary?

Bank recommendations for a consultant who has recently moved to the US? Looking for best online service/credit card points program, based out of Northeast (NY, PA, MA)

Is there any technology consulting companies provide less travel compared to 80%? Suggestion please

How many close friends would you say you have in your city? (People you’d hang out with every week or two weeks) Name the city too!

May be this is off the topic..
One of my friend who is a doctor & is an international med graduate. He passed his United States Medical Licensing Exams with above average scores. He has applied fr the match last yr & was nt able to match. Match process costs around USD10k; this year he is applying again after borrowing funds frm different sources bt he is under tremendous pressure to get match. I feel his pain as he has studied for 10+ yrs and is struggling to match nw. I m nt sure hw I can help

Tired consultant in Tennessee on a super tiring Monday evening ( connection this am) eating by myself with more slides t block out before I call it a night.. This is the part of the job that I hate!

What do you think it takes for a PPD to get a utilization bearing WBS for proposal work? I know it is rare...

Does anyone have any tricks to make themselves look older? When I'm clean shaven I'm a baby face 👶🏼

Good books for case prep/valuation. Econ consulting, if relevant. TIA

Does a masters from Harvard Extension School come with the same perks, open the same doors as regular Harvard? I’m guessing there’s always going to be a difference but seems like a good deal (it’s cheaper than some state schools) with a semi-prestigious datapoint to add to the resume? Would love to hear from folks who’ve done it.