Was listening to tafseer of surah Takasur.

The first line of which is "Competition in worldly gains is distracting you"

This really hit a nerve - anyone else feel like consulting is eating up their lives and distracting them from family, friends, religion...?

Anyone able to balance it all with consulting life?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

I work like 25 hours a week so not really.

like

Give details to your fellow Muslims

Absolutely feel this. Consulting has a way of making you chase the next project, promotion, or paycheck, and before you know it, everything else takes a backseat. I try to set boundaries, but it’s not easy. Curious if anyone’s actually found a balance that works, because right now, it feels like a losing battle.

like

I’m leaving the company (and corporate consulting as a whole) soon. This Ramadan is making me realize it’s difficult to be both a high performing consultant and a practicing and spiritually conscious Muslim at Bain.

like

Sent you a DM!

like

Definitely feel this

like

I suppose this environment could be a good test. If you just focus on doing good work maybe it is possible. But set boundaries on what you can’t compromise. If those non negotiable items start getting impacting, then you know it’s something you need to shift.

like

And thank you for sharing the start of the tafsir, I am going to review as well.

like

I knew consulting wasn’t it when I had to work back to back weekends and notify my team I’d be away for my weekend Quran class. Since then I’ve left to an industry role and feel much happier

like

Yes consulting in general conflicts with Islam in my experience. It’s why you don’t need many Muslim women in this field.

Related Posts

Any review on the Deloitte Birmingham office FSO audit?
Thanks

Hey all, I am looking for a new opportunity.

Yoe: 3.7
Skills: Informatica, Azure , SQL, Linux.

Thanks

#dataengineer #informatica #etl #referral #openings

like

Moment of desperation - this sweet girl we’ve named Lucy is in need of a forever home. Eado stray we took in - SO sweet. Just needs more attention than we can give her. Any help is appreciated!

Post Photo
like

Recommendations for ergonomic office chair? Wfh is going to go on for awhile so want to invest. Budget is about $300

like

I have done BCA and have 5 yoe. Will I be eligible for H1B? Accenture
Asking this as I am worried if my 3 year graduation will be causing any issue.

like

Any HR Personnel in Berlin, Germany ?

Anyone have actual intel on how comp (particularly bonus structure) works for mid level hires (vice president, director) into Corporate Functions (for example, legal, executive office, etc.) at BBs?

Public sites like Glassdoor are essentially useless for these roles and WSO seems to focus only on comp for client facing roles like IB, T&S, etc

like
like

Anybody have to take time off for long-covid? How has your HR handled it? I feel like any info I have gotten on FMLA and disability is because I’ve brought it up and have had to follow up multiple times.

like

How many leaves are allowed to avail as per HR policy in Axis bank. Annual leave policy and sick leaves?

Been a great year for games. What was your fave?

like

“The copy needs more modern slang young millennials can relate to. It isn’t jiggy enough right now."

likefunnyuplifting

Can anyone refer me for assurance profile?

📌 In hackerrank, code pair interview. Interviewer knows about hints, possible way to solve problem or solution in advance ?

How to give best or impress interviewer in code pair interview ?

Your inputs please.

like

In the interview process for JPMorgan UX Designer role a if you work there, what is your salary for a senior role/ VP role? Is it hybrid/ remote? How do you like it?

Any recs for mixology classes for couples?

like

We are seeing more pushback from employees on working 40 hours. We offer flexibility (wfh), 11 holidays and another 3 wks PTO. Seems like a good gig, I think, at 40-45 hrs. Anyone seeing this too?

likehelpfulfunny

Is getting back together with an ex always a bad idea?

like
like

Additional Posts in Muslim Consultants

36M here and I find beards / facial hair absolutely cringe. I feel like everyone has just gone for the 'I can't be bothered to shave' look for convenience. Especially desi guys, it's like a uniform now.

Anybody else feel the same?

funnylike

Thinking this is the year i iA find someone, prayers for all of us single 🐟 wanting to take that next step!

like

US peeps, what are you doing for thanksgiving?

like

The older I get and the more I think about raising my own children, I keep thinking how can parents frame religious duties like fasting as something to look forward to. I think volunteering as a family can help install the value of giving back and zakaat. How can one make Ramadan and Eid something to look forward to when holidays like Christmas seem to be purely joyous occasion that one doesn’t have to put in work for like fasting for Ramadan?

like

Where are you from?

like

Jummah Mubarak Fam ☪️💚

like

In light of everything that is going on, I would like to quote a simple yet powerful line from Prophet Mohammad (SAW) last sermon, in which he (SAW) says:

“A white has no superiority over a black nor a black has any superiority over a white – except by piety and good action.”

like

Ramadan is 3 months away already 😅

like

What are peoples thoughts on working for a Banking Company in a Product or Tech role? I know there are mixed feelings since it’s not working directly with interest, etc.

If you currently work in banking, what was your reasoning (besides pay)?

If you don’t, would you ever accept an offer if it in a Tech or Product role?

like

How do you single 🐟 find time to meet people and get to know them when working these crazy hours? Feel like I'm putting that part of my life on hold due to my job, and it's kind of freaking me out 😣

like

Salaam, unsure if this is the right bowl, but does anyone have any recommendations on books that discuss the history of Pakistan? It’s formation, etc. Thanks

like

Salam, Ramadan Mubarak! Anyone trying to maintain some level of strength training during Ramadan? I know it’s ideal to lift after iftar (maybe after dates/water + magrib and before dinner) but wonder if it is doable to squeeze in a 30-40 min training session right before iftar (for time saving purposes)?

like

Hijabi challenges/experiences in workplace?

like

Best halal food in Montreal?!

like

Salaams!

Anyone hiring Program Managers (Technical or Non-Technical) or Engagement Managers? Currently with Big 4. Please let me know!

YOE: 6-7
Location: Washington DC area

like

Anyone going to hajj this year or has been? Tips to prep mentally, physically, spiritually?

like

I know this probably isn't the bowl for this.

However, I rather reach out to the good folks here than have to rely on matrimony apps.

29 M, at NYC/NJ. Indian born, been in USA for 6 years. Work as a Director in M&A.

Looking to meet a like minded individual.
Anyone out here looking and in the same boat as me?

like

Any good/new halal spots in the bay?

Age? Gender? Location? Fav food for suhoor and iftar? GO!

like

Jummah Mubarak Fam 💚

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal