What brainteasers have you heard during interviews and how'd you answer them?

Hi Fishes... I heard from the Consultancy that my Job application has been put on hold after completing my final round of interview... I appeared for SAP ABAP Consultant position... Any idea how long my application will be put on hold and for what reasons?

What is your go to response in an interview on why you are leaving a big4 when going into industry or going to another big 4?

Anyone has given the BIE interview recently? If yes, can you please help me understand what sorts of questions were asked?
Amazon

When I interviewed they told me I was not required to recruit but now I’m required to upload 50 “My Relationships” every certain amount of months where other recruiters can technically go after my contacts and recruit them and also am expected to invite potential networking to events and through the beaker model. Is this required? I feel forced and I’ve only been here for less than a month and I’m not loving this approach.

Any last min tips before bcg first round tomorrow? Online case, behavioral?

Applying to jobs at PwC and KPMG (w/referrals) as Senior Associate in Transformation Consulting. 3 YOE in finance field but technically new to consulting.

Can anyone provide insight on interview expectations, salary, WLB, what to expect day to day in the roles? Any info appreciated.

Is any from valueLabs? I have cleared 2 technical rounds there and they have scheduled 3rd round which is going to be a coding round taken by manger. Any idea what type of problems they may ask ? I am interviewing for automation tester position with java/ python

I work in industry and was notified that my employer is laying off people in 3 months. In order to get my bonus I have to stay until then. Do I wait 1-2 months before I start applying to other jobs or start now?

What are some things to focus on in writing a cover letter? This would be for an Associate level position. I imagine it should be different than for an entry level role?

So I had HR discussions after tech and managerial round and she said, she will have to get approval from management for salary discussions as it’s on the higher side as per my YOE.

Does it mean they will drop my candidature here and now or do I still have any chance ??

Had a good phone interview on Monday, followed to that night with a thank you email (& some info he asked me to send over.) And... crickets. Do I wait another day to send another email? So antsy...

Anyone available to review my resume/guide me through this job search? I’ve been applying places for the past 6 months and am not getting responses. Unemployment has run out and I’m starting to crumble under the pressure of bills. My experience the past 6yrs has been in smaller companies where my role was never just one thing but instead spread over multiple departments, so I’m struggling to narrow down how to convey the vast experience I do have.

What companies in India only take about 2-3 rounds of interview? Which companies have the quickest interviewing process in India?

(Especially for Data analyst / Data science roles)

What is the work that an Associate Consultant does in the Deal Advisory team? I have an interview for the same role.

Potential new job is flying me across the country….for a one hour interview. Red flag? Or just a formality since they want me to relocate so I can see what it’s about?

After a final interview, how many days after can I expect an answer from the recruiter?

At the end of the interview, the person told me I passed the interview and they were going to talk to the Director who’s a level under them. It’s a yes for them and they’re happy to work with me.

I also sent my references. I don’t know when I can expect an reply. Recruiters from that company aren’t really organised

I am currently a care coordinator with one of the big insurance companies. I want off the phone, I have been applying for Rn jobs in utilization but have not gotten the last 5-6-7 I applied for, I lost count… I am thinking more analytics and business side of things now. I finished my MSN LM to maybe stand out from the large amount of applicants they get. BUT I have no experience in analytics.. so I have a chance? How do I get training in tableau, sql, interqual, project management, alteryx..

Has anyone considered moving from NYC to Houston? Any advice of why not to do it apart from the Texas heat. The homes are so much bigger and taxes much lower.

4th year lateral market —
Anyone get asked to complete conflicts prior to a formal offer being extended? Not sure I want to disclose clients before accepting said offer.

Hmm. I’m attracted to engineers..

Anybody here trying to get into Project Management? If so, what makes you want to get into PM?

Anyone here in the business design team? Had a quick question if you have a chance. Thanks !

Did you vote? I finally made time after work yesterday.

My firm has applied for my L1A visa. If that gets denied, my plan is to travel to Canada and re enter US immediately on B1/B2 visa (already have valid B1/B2 stamp) so that I'll get time to figure out things here in the US (sell my stuff, handle my bank accts etc). Is it possible for me to reenter US on tourist visa?

Hi all, could you please which one is a better option Finestra Pune or JPMC Bangalore
and how expensive Pune to Bangalore any idea

kindly suggest thanks in advance!!

Moved to Canada on a work permit but recently got my PR approved. It’s been a 4 month wait to get the actual PR card and I have a family trip coming up soon. Can I still travel and get back into the country with no issues given that I still have a work visa (W1) on my passport? Not sure if my change of status nulls my current visa

Reposting: anxious q- should incoming juniors start thinking of backup plans? Were offers revoked in 08/09? Or start dates pushed? Would be starting at a V10 in lit if that helps. Thanks all.

Does anyone have a POC at TikTok regarding gaining access to their self-serve paid Ads platform? Anyone having trouble gaining access to it?

Wondering how much a lead product manager in Mastercard at level 6 will be compensated in Vancouver? Can someone in similar role or level shed some light please?

Currently on short term disability in CA and trying to figure out what the tax situation is. It looks like they don’t take out taxes, so should I set that aside? I can’t find any info on whether it’s tax-free income but I definitely don’t want to assume incorrectly

I am having offer from JPMC for UAT POSITION and my current organisation is not ready for early release. Will Jpmc HR agree to extend date of joining

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

Anybody ever accept a job offer, put in ur 2 weeks, and then have the offer revoked?

How many ex-military people do you work with? It's so interesting how people can transition from the military into finance.

I've only received positive comments on my work and yet, I'm having trouble getting staffed on projects. Office politics don't exist at all, do they?

How many sq ft is your place?

So sick of these pat-on-the-back posts on LinkedIn, and the ensuing circle jerk that follows

Does equity research still provide transferrable skill sets to serve as a stepping stone for future roles? Read a WSJ article about research essentially being a relationship Mgmt business now.

What’s your take on Ackman’s CNBC interview in light of his bet on credit spreads?

Tell me honestly — do you gossip about other people with your colleagues? Aka. Talking sh!t about others? Who does it just so that you can create rapport with said colleagues?

What international city would you want to live and work in and why?

Flying over to Thailand in a couple of months with a long layover (10 hours) in Dubai. Is it worth leaving the airport? And how easy is it to get around the city?

Since it's anonymous here can the Trump supporters enlighten me and share why and what they're thinking when they voted for Trump?

How many of you have had to list DUIs on your job application? It's always an embarrassing moment for background checks.

How frowned upon are crew neck undershirts?

Head of my group called me to "have a talk." Really not sure what to make of it. Here's to hoping I'm still here next week.

Anyone else pretty terrible at managing their own finances? I have an embarrassingly little amount of cash saved.

Anybody here at Barclays Corporate Banking in NYC? Need advice and numbers..

The problem with diversity is they focus on a quota rather than changing the culture of marginalized groups in the office. So often people speak over me, take credit for my ideas... and it's accepted.

Like this post if you know a colleague or a team member who genuinely LOVES to CC your manager in every email being sent out as "for awareness" when it's clearly not necessary.

What are some good modern/post-pandemic personal finance books you can recommend?