My first engagement leading a team, does anyone have advice for a new manager (who is also new to consulting)?

I will be managing a team on a multiple month engagement and could use any applicable advice related to kicking off the project, project management, managing expectations, etc.

I’m at a smaller firm that does not have much structure or collateral to leverage, so thought this would be a great place to crowdsource advice. TIA!

Does Accenture really lay off people? How is the job security? Got an opportunity in cloud support project, having 6 years of experience.. heard that in a team one of team members is given a deliberate PIP which leads to termination at the end of day, is it true? And do people actually get the variable amount in hand?? it's too high compared to other companies. Please help.

Anyone hiring for HR, Project Manager, or Business Analyst roles? I have 3 years 8 months of experience in HR at a midsized law firm in SoCal. I have an AA in Business Admin, Economics, Social & Behavioral Science. I’m currently completing a BS in Management (about one year to go) and am getting a project management certificate from google careers cert. on cousera. If you’re not hiring, I appreciate any referrals. Thank you kindly.

Hi fiserv,
How is bench policy in mphasis. I have heard that if you are more than one month on bench, you will not get salary till you are not assigned with any project. Is it true.

If a client uses a xlookup or match formula, will it work on my not updated version of excel?

I am a HCM Technofunctional consultant for over 5 years with total EBS experience of 20 years. I am looking to change the project. How much is prevailing rate in the market?

Hi Fishes,

I have joined Accenture in August 21. Currently I am in New Project. Considering being new in Company and Project, Can I expect mid year hike?

Any input would be appreciated.

Thank you.

Hello guys, my colleague said he's facing issues with his client's Oracle database. He said it took his team 8 weeks to query the database. Database size is 3TB. Eventually, he wants to delete all data from the database and then shrink the database. The deletion will probably take forever to happen too. How can he optimize queries to the database? And how can he eventually delete all data fast and shrink the database successfully?

Currently am working in one of the mnc and for morgan stanley account i am a part of technology and operational risk division. Since my client is morgan stanley good i be able to join morgan stanley? Or there will be any cool off period?

Partners and MDs, what would you do if your client brings in another consulting firm? And what would you expect your team to do?

Currently just started on an engagement (Day 2) and I immediately feel unaligned to the work and do not feel driven or the passion as it does not align with my aspirations and growth expectations as a consultant. I have been on multiple projects prior to this one and this is the first time I've felt this way. Is it alright to ask for a switch to another project or is it too late since I have already accepted it. Still have at least 2 months to go.

Would love to hear your thoughts on this.

I build products used by many users but had a project added where my team will build an app only for one client. If it’s successful, it may be marketed to similar clients. I am now working as a project manager for this - where the client asks for something and we just build it. It’s completely white glove and will not scale. When I communicate this to executives, the response is “just build what they want”. I’m losing sense of purpose and motivation.

Expected salary increase on promotion from Project Delivery Specialist to Project Delivery Manager?

New to consulting and the big 4 - have been extended on the same project since joining. The project does not align to the skills or experience I was hired for and has been extremely challenging due to the lack of project organization and proper staffing. I received ‘progressing towards level’ on my last engagement review. How do I get off this project that’s clearly not a fit before it negatively impacts my overall career at the firm?

IWD - One of the most impt things we can do as women is promote each other. Barbara Byrne at Barclays makes a point to bring jr women with her to client meetings and presentations. #Shero 👯‍♀️ 💪

Do they ask for client letter during Visa interviews nowadays? How does that work if you are on the bench?

Hi All,
How much can I ask for Data Engineer 3 role in walmart?

CCTC-20.3 lpa (18.6 fixed)
Yoe- 7
Skills- big data, python, AWS
Offer from other product base company- 32 lpa(29 fixed+ 3 variable).

I had discussion with HR, they said they can max go for approx 34.5 lpa ( 26 fixed + 4.9 variable+ 3.6 stocks for 4 years).
I asked for atleast 28 fixed but it seems they are not agree. Is there any chance of negotiations.

My current CTC is 14 + 10% and yoe is 3. How much can i expect if i join EY GDS ?

Anybody currently working at the Lash group (Amerisourcebergen)

Hi Fishes! What has been your experience going from an associate position to a senior accountant position outside the firm? I’m currently an AWM Tax Associate with 1.5 years experience. TIA!!

Hi there. Any insights about Pearlfisher in NYC? Thanks!

Have we gone too far in cringe-shaming?

My LWD is 10th May 2022 I am looking for job in FPNA role or Procure to pay any 1 of the profile. I have 4.5 years of experience. I have experience in international accounting in SAP. Any reference will be very helpful.

Good data analytics opps in Philly? Entry level

What you guys getting for your SO for Valentine’s Day?

We have bottomed out. Mark my words

I hear that there’s serious upward mobility issues in industry, even at FAANG. Is it true that it’s extremely hard to advance to positions that pay you money on par with a consulting partner or higher?

I am planning to move from fintech to consulting after 2.5 years of work ex. Was curious how the pay and bonuses are like at top consulting firms like Deloitte/pwc/KPMG for software development roles

What’s the agency scene like in Salt Lake City? Is it worth relocating there?

Hey fishes, Could someone please guide me on which company to select from Fiserv or Mphasis both offering same amount. Much appreciated. Yoe: 5.5
Thank you

please help. need your help guys.

This is my first time I am switching my job and HR know that I have only one offer which is their's offer. She is insisting me for for buyout and telling me that the date of joining would be in the first week of September. I checked on site and hiring is still up for that process and candidates are being interviewed. I am bit nervous. I want to serve notice period just to be safer side. Can someone tell me how to deal with that HR and how to tacle the situatio

My best friend took a year off work and just traveled around South America with just a backpack and duffle bag of essentials. He spent about $5 to $10 a night at local hostels and food costs cheaper at local restaurants and shops. He spent roughly $500 a month on room and board. Aside from activities like bungee jumping or live sports events, most of the other activities costs little to nothing. Debating on saving up and just escape for a bit just like that.

Hello,
I am trying to understand the review for Accenture CN - Strategy, MC - Retail.
I have an offer from there and contemplating if I should join.

Would really appreciate the feedback/reviews of the Accenture Capability Network.

Thanks!

My wife got a job that requires us to relocate to San Diego. We have never lived there and know little about the city. We are planning to rent. We stayed in a hotel in little Italy and really loved the vibe there, but it’s too expensive for us. Are there other neighborhoods with similar vibes - restaurants, bars, lively, good for walking, clean, safe, young, diverse and accessible that are more affordable? Please share recommendations. How much should we reasonably budget to rent a 2bd/2bath?

Ledis of this bowl, thode tips do for texting and dating

At what point (if there was ever a point) did you and your parents have a conversation about finances? What accounts they own, how much may be in them, how much you may be getting? I'm East Asian in a family that has never talked about finances in my life, but when my dad passed many years ago, I was made aware something would be coming my way.

Been texting a guy for a few weeks. Was going to ask if he wanted FT, but now he doesn’t seem super interested because he texts me back every few days (used to text more). Is it weird to just ask

How do you handle misattribution of your hard work and being part of a consistently disorganized team?

Just started a new job and had previously discussed working remote as the job is managing folks throughout the country. Today I was told they are asking leadership to come in office on a hybrid model 3 days per week. I told him I wasn’t super crazy about this as I have a dog and honestly the commute would kill my work life balance. He said we would just keep talking about it to find something that works, but I’m seriously not feeling great. Anyone run into this before?

Tips on how to cheer yourself up when you feel alone and tired? Been thinking about taking a vacation by myself but I feel like that might just fuel my emotions about feeling alone. To clarify, I feel

Trying to plan a bachelorette party somewhere in the south with limited alcohol, no beaches, no Nashville, and potentially museums. Anyone know of any cities or activities that could fit this??

Hi ladies! Need some advice on what to do here:
For context: I live in Texas and work from home.

I put in a request with my apartment to fix the ongoing air issues in my master bedroom. The maintenance guy showed up without a mask. When I asked if he could please put on a mask, he left, returned and stated that they are still waiting on masks and isn’t sure of when they’ll be getting them. (Cont. in comments)

Any of you carry a backpack as your everyday bag instead of a tote? Thoughts? Does it ruin the work outfit?

Anyone have any recommendations for great hair salons for a haircut in DC?

multiple occasions where I'm using the washroom and hear someone quietly crying in a stall.... do I say something? or let them do their thing? thankfully I don't cry often, so not sure how to handle

My friend and I lost touch with each other after the pandemic started. It goes to show that we’re not that close. But she asked me to go for a hike last month and I got the impression she only asked me bc she wanted to do something and didn’t have anyone else to ask. Now she’s asking me to hang out again a month later and I get the same feeling. I feel uncomfortable bc I feel like she doesn’t actually care about me, but at the same time she’s making an effort. What should I say or do?

How do I begin with finding a therapist in nyc?

On PTO, boss gets back from his and starts bugging me for things, I say I need more time on my charge auth so I don’t go over and he says I need to manage my time better. I’m enraged. (cont)

What would you say was your biggest challenge as a woman in consulting?

I want to get waxed and for the first time in my life, I haven't shaved for a week. It looks terrible, it's itchy and trust me, you can't go cycling!

Ladies, how do you manage doing it regularly? I haven't got waxed yet and I'm considering dropping this idea

So I’m on a case team where I’m the “anchor” aka most experienced member of the working team. It’s me, a fresh out of undergrad woman, and our day to day project leader. Technically he is supposed to be our manager but I’m ending up spending so much of my day to day time in addition to my own work checking the other woman’s work, answering her questions, screen-sharing stuff that I’m doing so she can learn, and sometimes I find it’s at the expense of me finishing my work on time. Also, when…

Lately I’ve been waking up in the middle of the night with panic attacks. A lot of stress and anxiety with work, relationships, and other projects and commitments. Any advice? One thing I’m planning to do this week is increase my cardio to get out the frantic energy.

Comparison is the thief of joy....but do you ladies compare yourself to men or women more? I find myself benchmarking against only men (salary, career progression,etc)