Just joined a new consulting firm (after being laid off from the last one due to “poor performance”), and I’m being staffed conditionally on my first project. Manager has so far has given me pretty light / easy PMO work and asked me to make a few slides here and there, but generally it’s work below the level I was hired for. I’m in the post-MBA role, so want to make sure I’m meeting those expectations early on. Any advice on how to go about this and get more responsibility?

You help out another team with concepting for a new campaign. Your concept wins and the client loves it. Is it crazy to want to follow the work even though there’s a day-to-day team?

Hey all,

I was hired for USDC SC role, currently working in core project. I am interested in switching out of USDC into core how can I start that process ?

Hello writers! To those who write non-ad stuff on the side for $: how did you figure out your rate? Per hour, word, project? I’ve only done long term freelance at agencies so having trouble. Thanks!

Independent project — how do I come up with an hourly rate? Mixture of development and SaaS integration.

What’s the difference between PwC Digital and PwC Labs in terms of work they perform for P&T? Is one of them supposed to be more external/client facing? Or are they more like competitors?

Hello,
I am looking to stir my career into a Project Management role in IT. I have some work experience but don't have the title to apply anywhere. Is a Project Management Certificate PMP worth it as there is cost and time associated with it or should I just try to apply for PM roles?
Looking for some advice please.
Thank you for your time if you answer.

Just spoke with new client. He told me accounts from Wells Fargo Advisors less than 250k were not going to get local service. They were going to be transferred to a service center. Any truth to this?

Hello Friends,

I am currently working with Deloitte India(Not USI) in SAP Consulting Practice for UK project. Having offer from EY GDS. They want to retain me but offer few lakhs less than what EY GDS has offered.
In delima now.
Can you advise pls, if EY GDS having good exposure in SAP Consulting practice?
Is it better to leave Deloitte India and join Ey gds?
For long term prospective, which one should I go ahead with?
Currently working as Sr.Con in DI and ey gds has also offered Sr.Con.

So I left B4 risk assurance because I found the work a drag and moved to a boutique place where I was hoping to get a better experience or shape my career the way I want.

However, this place isn’t what I was expecting and the project I’m on requires deadly hours and is staff aug. I’m looking to do this for a year and go back to b4 (as I like being in a bubble) but a different service line. How possible is this?

Option #1 - Capital one agile delivery lead for internal project initiatives for network and infrastructure building
Option #2 - AWS data operations manager managing workflows and data engineering for external technical clients implementation
Let's say compensation doesn't matter. And I want to be more of a technical project manager after leaving consulting. Amazon Web Services Capital One

Thinking of pursuing a new job at Trinity, Putnam, or ZS. Anyone have insight into the wlb comparison across the three, differences in project types and compensation? Or if I’m feeling frisky, what kind of LS projects does BCG work on? I already know would be higher comp and worse wlb.

How is the planning department structure in your agency? Does the process work to have better and strong ideas in front of the client? Any advice or experience with an amazing planning team can help!

What company actually does interesting data science work? Accenture has quite a few but it's very project based and sometimes you are stuck doing a shit load of data preparation then linear regression is enough to solve the problem. My specialisation is time series analysis, simulation and constraint optimisation. Want to see if there's somewhere that has interesting challenging problem everyday.

Hey Guys!
Is anyone working in Edge Computing domain with Accenture? I have an offer (Level-10) from Accenture in this domain, but when asked about the project details..HR refused to give details. Should I go through further Client selection process after joining? Any info on this would help me.

I am currently working as a delivery manager for a data science project where I manage both ML and DE teams. I am not sure what career path should I follow.

Should I move into either a core technical data science/data engineering role or move into a techno-managerial role like a program or project manager? What role would be best in terms of money, growth, and job security?

CV alum/current CVers: How feasible is it to exit to a director position in a large pharma as an SC/EM? What if you came in as a PhD (does it make a difference)?

I'm looking for more female and BIPOC resources - does anyone have a list? Free the Work is nice, but isn't really inclusive of all categories - things like illustrators and animators, etc.

Can someone rank the FAAMG in order of prestige?

"Unlimited" pro bono: wondering what the actual unspoken rules are about how much is acceptable to take on.

I am a Mom to a adorable 3 yr old. Moved to USA recently. What are the options to save around $100-$200 per month for kids college funds.

Which company pays the best for someone with 8+ years of Cloud Computing experience?

Walked my baby to work today in a baby carrier (daycare is next to office). After skipping a morning nap he fell asleep 20 min before I had to be in the office for an internal leads meeting...(cont.)

Suggestions for an online tool that can point to a DB and allow user to pick fields and export them into excel. Sounds like a fairly routine requirement but ..

I got ghosted by my own producer today. Does that count for this bowl?

Which company is better for SAP, LTI or Volvo?

Is kyndryl going to address the 7% inflation this year with any raises?

I just started my job now but I don't like it, am I able to apply for other positions?

hi fishies! I'm wondering what people think about ESG investing and how much ESG metrics / data points impact your decision to invest (or not invest) in a company? Would you find it helpful to see things like "percentage of women on the board", "ceo pay" etc. within an investment app before making a decision to purchase stocks from that company?

During family prayer - my mom takes nearly 40 minutes every single time (this is 2x a day, morning and night). She speaks a different language and I barely understand. How can I lovingly tell her to take less time?

Wasted the time of one of those "tech support" guys calling to say he found a virus on my computer this morning. It's the little things that cheer you up during busy season.

The biggest struggle I have noticed after being INDY for 1 1/2 years is discipline. What strategies should I use to hold myself accountable to do the activities I need to do to grow my business?

Can anyone recommend a good resource for learning PowerPoint? I can handle the basics, but I feel like my presentations still aren’t cutting it.

I'm the worst at accepting compliments.

Has anyone turned on the feature on LinkedIn to let them know you're actively looking for opportunities?

So Schwab announced $0 commissions today. I understand why and know that costs should come down, but am I crazy to think this is sustainable?

PC vs Mac? Why?

for those who custody at TD, do you invest excess cash in a money market for better yield? if so, what ticker?

Cancelations suck in general, but I've gotten this one twice lately "Someones died in my family, and I just cant deal with this now" Click!

considering hiring a guy to cold call for appts.he worked for a cpa I network with.cold called for him and brought in $46mm in new revenue over the 5 years he was there. how much/structure pay scale?

Out of curiousity, how many people are friends with others in our industry?

I work with nothing but employer sponsored retirement plans (no individual financial planning). How would you suggest someone like myself work with Financial Advisors to grow business?

Does your team use a full time or part time assistant? How many hours per day or days per week?

Any vet advisors having success developing junior advisors? I invest time and energy into building quality junior advisors but no success. Wondering if any senior guys have found a system that works?

Curious as to how many of you manage your family’s assets—whether it’s parents or siblings ? I’ve been in the business for 23 years. Successful with a great practice. My family won’t invest with me

Has anyone used or heard of Switch-safe? My firm is trying to use it as a DOL tool but not sure it does much for us beside give us product data.

Would you advise your kids to get into the Finance industry?

Never walk into a meeting without an opening joke. If it’s a serious meeting, then this is especially important. If you have never met the people before, the opening joke should be about yourself.

What does work life balance mean to you?

Has anyone refused to work on with a client or organization due to moral or political objections?

How do you pitch to potential clients in non professional / social settings? What approaches have worked for you?