To end this once and for all, it’s not so much “ask for permission.” It’s more like asking your team if there’s anywhere to plug in before you log off. It’s also beneficial for you, because once you’re officially dismissed, you don’t have to worry about getting pinged with new tasks. If you don’t confirm with your supervisor there’s nowhere left to plug in (and they don’t say “feel free to log off”), then you’re on the hook to get pinged, since they assume you’re online, even if it’s 12am.

Any advice on how to give two weeks notice to a boss that your really like?

A partner emailed you, recognizing your hard work and thanking you (you billed aweful lot of hours this month). Do you respond or not?

I’ve been working with a founder/small biz freelancing as their digital producer for a little bit. I’m having issues lately because they won’t give me a budget for content they want to make for their site/Instagram. I’m worried with the budget gate keeping that we’re going to burn bridges with contacts, especially now that we’re dipping into my personal contacts for content collaboration. Is this normal? How do I get them to give me a budget to work from?

I’m dealing with a difficult management situation and don’t know what to do, how would you report someone when nobody really cares what’s going on or is automatically going to side with the other person?

I have a hard time articulating and communicating ideas to my team. On top of that, English is not my first language. I’m 27 but sometimes I feel like a jr. How can I empower myself and beat the impostor syndrome ? Do you honestly think that being a woman I have to work twice harder for it?

Need advice - I've been talking to a Partner contact at a big-4 firm where I REALLY want to work. She sent my info to the managing partner in my city, but I haven't heard anything for about 3 weeks. Been playing it cool because I know these things can take time, BUT, I just got let go from my current firm. I have til 12/15 to find a new job.

Do I tell her my timeline is now a month, or is telling them I'm getting fired going to tank my chances of getting the job?

Just came back today to the office from a 3 day bereavement leave. Performance reviews were apparently done Tuesday. Senior partner who does the reviews left out of town Wednesday. Concerning?

I’m a firm believer that a manager should develop a positive relationship with employees, but I don’t want that to be an invitation to disrespect my authority. How do you know where to draw the line to make this distinction clear?

Has anyone ever dealt with a flirty client? Pretty sure he's made a pass at me a couple of times but I can't quiet tell cause he seems to be a flirtatious person in general. Just don't want to jump the gun but also don't want him to think I'm okay with it.

Hooked up with a manager form different line of service and now I came to know he is joining my team.

What is the most memorable thing a client has ever said to you?

What do you do when you feel stuck and unappreciated in your company? You love the work but it goes unrecognised no matter how much value you provide and not rewarded fairly.
How do you guys deal with this situation?

In a meeting we a client, we were looking at a stock image of a smiling Black man holding a baseball bat while wearing a hoodie. The client comments that it’s the wrong way to hold a bat. Cool. But, then follows up and says, “Also, he just looks aggressive. Like, this person would definitely attack me and my family.” I was shocked. But, apparently, I was the only one. Because everyone else on the call laughed. They were all white except for my partner who is Mexican. But, he still chuckled.

Anyone experience not working well with managers and up (due to micro-management, talk to you like a child, etc), but find them cool outside of work? Finding it hard to hang with them during HH now.

Had anyone flexed in streetwear for their consulting engagements? I occasionally wore my Yeezy Triple Black 350s with my suit to the office, then changed into dress shoes at the office 😂

I’m kind of stuck what to do. The principal at my school is very intimidating, confrontational, and not pleasant to work for. I love teaching but feel like I have to walk on egg shells around him.

How would you suggest dealing with a toxic boss? They gossip and seem to purposely be vague about critical information, likely so they can't be held accountable.

Have you ever snoop through your partner’s phone without them knowing? If so, did you find anything shocking?!

I’m still trying to process seeing an agency exec well known for dismissing and ignoring POC held up as an exemplary diversity champion for women at the 3% Conference.

When do you think associates are usually let go in small practice groups that are currently being overwhelmed with work? Is it when it starts to slows down or when they already have a candidate to replace you? Just trying to figure out how long I have after annoying a partner 😂.

Are other big4 firms getting mid year raises right now?

Any pharmacist in industry and willing to give some advice on getting in? I’m a clinical pharmacist looking at roles in industry and wondering what positions fit someone who has practiced as a clinical pharmacist in oncology, critical care, and internal medicine who has not done a fellowship? I’ve seen medical science liaison, scientific associate, and market research, any other roles to look into? Thanks.

My sons friend is looking to get into real estate . He is a junior at Indiana University. Looking for recommendations.

What's driving you to work so hard?

Do you folks work the weekend as well? What is your close calendar like. Anything that makes your company uniquely efficient/inefficient?

This is a long shot but anyone on here in Brazil? I need to hire a good Data and analytics person in Brazil. Must know sql (but not necessarily super advanced) and R or Python (but again not the most advanced)

PwC partners have any comments on the cohort model? A lot of complaints in PwC bowl arising from the disappointing adjustment and the constraints the model has imposed on career growth

What should I be looking for as a non tech consultant with 2 yoe going to a pre ipo startup valued at 10b. Nyc of sf based. Recruiter said 120-130 salary is the range

Anyone work in alliance management? Would love to learn more about the function!

The $1100 money for buying laptop was given during covid or still it will be given to new joiners ?

Are you allowed to bring a bag into wrigley for Cubs games? Going to the game tomorrow and wondering if I can bring my laptop bag in as I need to come straight from work

Hi Fishes

Need an help
Does accenture reject Candidate after collecting all supporting documents ??

Hi All,

I have offer from Accenture with 15.5 LPA with 21percent VPA including 3.25 L variable pay. The pay is for Level 10 and domain is SAP, YOE is 4.6. So what is the pay range for Level 10 and I do have counter offer so can I negotiate further with Accenture.

What do you expect from a junior strategist versus a strategist? How long do you expect a college graduate to be a junior strategist?

Just moved to sunny San Diego with my fiancée and don’t have any friends in the city! Anyone open to grabbing a drink in the coming weeks? Currently in North Park

Is it illegal to tell someone to get out of your car if your in a national park at night? What if the person made you feel unsafe and you wanted them out of your car, even though the location was a bit dangerous (ex Yellowstone, Smoky Mountains)?

Do you still write thank you emails after interviews? A lot of the roles I interview for these days are coordinated by recruiters so I don’t see the interviewers emails

BCG folks - any other benefits besides the major ones that I should be aware about (e.g. gym membership reimbursement, mobile reimbursement etc). I’m joining at the end of March. Thanks!

Question from a newbie consultant - What are some good online courses/ books to improve consulting skills?

McKinsey fishes: I’m now in final round of interviews. Realized I don’t know anything about the benefits package. What are the key things you like about benefits, e.g. the free health plans?

I am gold at Delta this year. Heard that 2020 status is continuing till 2021. My delta app still not showing 2021 status yet? Any idea?

Any really impactful books that have helped you career-wise? Not necessarily consulting focused. In need of guidance and a new book so figured I'd kill two birds with one stone or whatever.

What is happening at Accenture... are recruiters being fired?

Are any top consulting firms hiring for experienced analysts currently? I know ACN and some others are cyclical for resources 2-3 years out of college, but I’m looking to make a move sooner than fall

If I get laid off, I have a previous colleague that started a cybersecurity company. I would love to get involved on the business side of it. Any pointers on skills that are attractive in this realm for a startup? Would be mostly (if not all) federal defense contracting clients. I’m currently in Deloitte’s cyber risk practice but my background and passion is in accounting and finance, and business operations. Graduated in 2017 so still early career.

Flying out of LAX tomorrow during business travel for the first time (not my home airport) Boarding is at 6. From Torrance to delta term 2 gate, how long should I plan, fishes?

Got hired as a digital strategy consultant. I have over 10 years of industry experience but I’m new to consulting. What courses, workshops or books would you recommend to build a solid toolkit?

Does it piss you off when you see your bill rate and how much $ you make your partners and firm? 😅

Does 401k count as savings?

Feeling lost in my career (10 yoe, 9 in consulting). Anyone feel this before and how did you get through it (career coach, books, etc)?

MBB Human Capital or FAANG Product Manager? Both are in NYC and compensation is similar. I have 7YOE in risk management at an industry specific (tech) boutique investment bank.

Any consultants grounded in Chicago this week? down for happy hour at the Westin ORD?

Just had a manager send back a deck and told me to switch the locations of slide 3 and 4 and send back to her.... You couldn't do that yourself!

Someone reached out to me on LinkedIn about becoming an author on the side. Has anyone heard about such a thing?!? The person said she’s worked with 800 consultants writing their books and marketing it for them.

How will the US come out of covid19? As an outsider they seem at greater risk then others: expensive healthcare, no sick days, homeless people, people who wont stay home... Thoughts?