What are potential exit opportunities across industries in the UAE? To help narrow down search efforts (regardless of pay cut or not)

Since working in Wealth Management the most consistent advice I’ve received is “Don’t burn bridges” because apparently in WM people firm hop all the time, so you are likely to work with them again at some point.

What’s the most consistent advice you’ve received since working in your area?

I'm almost at the point of an offer, and also just started a 6 month long engagement since my utilization was taking a hit. How do you fish recommend dealing with the situation once the offer comes?

Any beginning female golfers here?

Alright auto fishes, I’m in the market for a entry level luxury car. Open to used or a lease. I don’t plan to use it as a daily driver, live in an HCOL. Only restriction is that I’d like to keep my monthly costs at no more than $600-$700/month (including insurance, financing / fees, etc; have a parking spot already). Doesn’t have to be a European badge. Thoughts?

In a perfect world how much would you want to make a year to both pay off your loans and live a good life? I think I'd need to make upwards of $200k to pay off my loans, take care of my family and live a fulfilling life.

Hi fishes,
I have accepted an offer from company Aone month back. Still 60 days are left in my notice period.
Now I have a better offer from company B.
Is it good to ask counter offer to company A?.
If yes, when should I ask. Now itself or few days before the joining date.?

Can anyone tells me the difference between GOC & Google?

Is there any way to preserve/sell a Spirit airline reservation credit? Mine expires at the end of the year. Had to cancel over the summer due to extreme delays and uncertainties.

"Congratulations on earning 2 more system wide upgrades this year!" 😓😭😥😢

Is it a usual practice in SAP LABS to keep experienced hires in 6 months probation period?

Hi all, I’m trying to transition to the insurance industry and begin as a claim adjuster. I have a virtual interview for progressive and a phone call interview with AAA coming up soon. Do you have any tips for me?

So I’m engaged in an interview process for a top FinTech company. It started the 1st week of August and just now I’ve gotten word from my recruiter that they didn’t update on any decisions made. I had my 3rd & final interview last Friday. My recruiter doesn’t communicate well nor does she let me communicate with the company direct. May I being led on? Am I still in the race for this role in your opinion with the details stated. Please message me if you would like to know more in detail.

Can someone please point me in the direction of some NYC recruiting firms?

Bonus points if they hire international talent (I'm Australia based).

Thank you in advance.

Hi everyone, I’m in need of prayers. My mom was admitted into the hospital recently, but they just found some nodules in her lungs. Their default diagnosis is cancer, and she does have a past history of colon cancer. Please keep her and my family in your prayers. Nothing has been finite, but I can’t help but prepare for the worst & hope for the best. The only thing getting me through this is my faith in God. I do hope this message encourages you to hug your loved ones a little tighter tonight ❤️

How much per week/month do you spend on daycare?

What’s the longest you’ve had to wait on an offer in this climate?

Any Hilton recs in Charleston?

Suggestions on where one may locate reasonably priced board games in Dubai? Somewhat random but I assume consultants play board games too

How hard is it to switch from Audit to consulting? I’m currently based in Europe but plan to go home to the Middle East. I’m in AWM for funds. Thanks alot!

Hi fishies! Considering an internal big 4 move from Western Europe to Dubai. Not sure about WLB and whether there’ll be enough growth and learning opportunities after reading some of the threads here. Anyone up for sharing their experience? Especially concerned about sexism / racism as a WOC…and whether moving back to Europe in a few years will be difficult because the ME experience won’t be considered valuable.

Does Lebanese diaspora really command more power in the MBB and T2 in the region? How can others navigate a career here?

Hello fishes, will be really insightful to understand cost of living in Doha for a single person. Rent + food and other expenses manageable at 8-10k QAR/ month?

Can anyone please suggest any affordable apartments in Abu Dubai or any real estate agents to help me hunt for apartments.

Looking for referrals at MBB/S&/OW/Kearney in their Dubai/Doha/Riyadh offices for my sister since she can’t join Fishbowl. She graduated from top Canadian uni (UofT/McGill/UBC), grew up in ME and has an impressive academic background and work experience. Happy to connect with her directly.

What are the life sciences opportunities in UAE? I know there’s is a lot of public sector (from KSA) or finance work but is there other life sciences opportunities? Similar to what LEK, ZS, Putnam, Clearview etc all do?

2021 Recruitment: What are the recruitment expectations for your firms this year? Is it going to be similar to last year with little to no recruiting in the UAE and some in KSA, or you reckon will be generally better?
My firm, a small boutique in the region, is only recruiting on a case-by-case basis this year.

Recommendations for best suits in Dubai? Good quality but not 10k either.

Hows the industry doing in MENA right now? Any worries about a potential crash? Are firms still hiring? Based in the US and everything is tense here with the recent tech layoffs

How do PE exits look like for emerging market funds in Middle East (e.g Abraaj group type firms)

Hi there - anyone aware of FTI director salary range for Dubai office? Not enough data on Glassdoor to verify..

Where in Dubai do you live? Which areas would you suggest for MBB consultant? Thank you

Hi everyone, I am working towards a career shift into management consulting, specialising in Strategy & Restructuring services to be specific. I am looking for a referral to a T2 firm within the Middle East if possible. Would love to connect, learn from your experience and take your advice on how to successfully land a role in the industry! (Currently based in Dubai)

How do the different consulting firms stack up in the UAE? I’m looking to make a move and starting to look for opportunities in Dubai. At Accenture Strategy with a focus on digital and analytics

What's it like working with BCG in Dubai? Which service lines have the best people and which should be avoided?