What is the best move for taking the CPA exam in 2023-2024? I read that FAR is supposed to get easier, so would I be better off taking AUD, BEC, and REG in 2023 and then FAR once the exam changes?

Hi Fishes,

I am B.tech graduate and currently working in BPO sector in Accenture. I am looking to switch to an IT profile but having zero experience in IT sector. Please suggest how can I switch.

I have not been on a project for over 3 months. Since I joined, I have been put in training. The training got extended by a month and now it's close to 4 months since I joined and without a project.

What should I do? People say that I'm lucky to get paid without doing any work, but it is stressing me out. I need the experience. The uncertainty is freaking me out, with rumours of layoffs and the certification program and all.

How do I get into a project? How long do I have to wait more?

Hi all,
Please help me understand if I should accept this position or not?
I was working as a regular staff therapist for 2 years at an assisted living when just 2 weeks back the HR approached me with an offer to work at a newly opened senior living, so basically I will helping them set up that location from scratch, open it and get it running. For doing all this they have not even clearly offered me a promotion, raise or a change in position. What should I do?

Please help🙏🏻

Anyone ever quit a job 5 months in without having another one lined up?

I've seen quite a few people make jokes about being "aged out" of advertising. Could someone please explain what that looks like and when that typically happens? Forgive the dumb question, I'm a newbie to the industry so I'm a bit confused. Wouldn't agencies want people with more experience?

Considering joining a small 50-person company as the only attorney (prior attorney is retiring). (I am currently in-house at a F50). For others who have done the same path, what surprises did you have when moving from a large company to a small one?

For example, it sounds like I should not expect a document management system, based on a prior post in this bowl. I’m guessing expenses like state bar fees and cell phone are not reimbursed.

Any advice on things to expect (or not expect)?

Hi fishes,

I got selected for sps T4, however I'm uncertain about the job role , if anyone could give insight about how the role is and what are the growth opportunities it would be great!

Thanks in advance!!! 😊

How are Product management certifications valued in Canada?

A few certifications are: CSPO, SAFe Agile PMPO etc.

Any audit senior 3 and 1st year managers here? What positions are audit senior 3 and 1st year managers leaving big4 for?

Hi.. I'm currently working as Data Analyst in TVS. Most of my work in Advanced Excel only. How can I move forward myself into Data Science by learning new technologies or any courses? Please guide me

Hi, fishes.
A quick query here.

I'm going to move from non IT profile to IT profile. Basically I'll be applying as front end engineer in new company. Previously I was working in a BPO profile.
Just wanted to ask if I'll be provided training in my initial months as a front end engineer or am I expected to work from the very first day.
Your comments will be really helpful.

Thank you.

The longer I do this job, the more I want to accept a tech job... no travel, same / better pay, no annoying clients...

AWS vs Cloudflare BDR roles

AWS lowballed but I negotiated to match Cloudflare. Cloudflare offers more equity but AWS has a higher base.

I love Cloudflare. The people are great but it’s an engineering culture and the sales team isn’t as well shaped up and I can’t go for a promotion until at least 18 months of tenure. I am an investor in the company and think of them super highly. I’ve already got half a years SDR experience and AWS promotes quicker.

AWS has prestige but is it worth it?

1st company - marketplace technologies (21 months)
2nd company - questec consultancy (8 months)
2 years break -full time MBa from tier 3 (alliance university)
3rd company - trimax IT infrastructure (17months) left due to late salaries
4th company - accenture ( 4.2 years )
5th company - wipro ( joined on feb 28th-2022)
Currently 8.4 YOE , 26.5 CTC. Skill business analytics in reporting

With above switches When should i make next switch?

Currently in ibanking as an associate and want to see if I can make the move to PE. Is the CAIA viewed favorably at all?

I am starting out to learn data analytics, can anyone share what all resources(youtube channels, books, udemy/Coursera course etc...) did you like while you were preparing?

I am a senior at a top 50 regional firm and have been here for a year. Prior to this was 2 years at a smaller firm. I am interviewing in industry and have not landed a gig yet. I am wondering if it is because industry folks are not familiar with my firm. I am thinking about making a switch to a top 10 PA firm and sticking it out until manager and then reevaluating a move to industry. If my ultimate goal is to move to industry, would you suggest moving to a larger PA firm for brand recognition?

Hi I am a MBA in marketing with 4yr experience in sales. I have done product management and sap sd. Can any one provide job opening lead in any for any of this position in bangalore. I really want to move out from sales.

Anyone else struggling to find exit opps? 😫

Anyone at PWC ITS?

For those who work in Manhattan, do any of you live in Hoboken or Jersey City? Want to move to the area but want to be able to save money on rent for a little then move to the city.

What is the best product discipline/culture companies in Canada. Does Faang companies have a good culture to grow?

How’s McCann Health doing these days? Culture/businesses/client?

Hi All Just Wanting to Switch, Does Naukri Premium worth option ?

Please Reply

Hi Fishes,

Looking for a job on urgent basis request you all to please help with referrals..
Having 1.8 yrs of experience in FPnA domain.

Really appreciate your help.

Can anyone refer me for java developer role 3.11 yrs exp

I am in a long distance relationship with someone who is currently in B school. He spends pretty much all his breaks and holidays traveling with his classmates. Most of the time I am fine. But for some important holidays and my birthday, I told him we should spend time together. He just said it’s more important for him to bond with his classmates and ignore my ask. It’s really disappointing and I don’t know what else to tell him. Is that a reasonable ask or am I being dramatic?

Hi,
I am looking to renew my contract with a telecom giant in Toronto, Canada . I am a back end java developer with experience in micro services. Overall experience of 6 years . What is the market per hour rate for the above skills ? Don’t want to undersell myself . Need your insights !
Thank you !

I'm non US citizen and thinking of moving back to EU. My plan is getting remote opportunities across the world and work as a freelancer. My speciality is Data analytics and BI (Qlikview, Tableau). 1) How likely I can get a gig from the US? 2) if a job looking for a remote 2-3 months contract do they care what country I'm in? 3) how can I compete Indian rates as I'm in Europe 60-70$ per hour as a BI consultant is a good rate but I see online rates as low 10$😫?

Anyone else finding it really hard to care about super bowl commercials this year? They feel like a relic from another time to me.

Hi Fishes,

Is there a minimum tenure that one has to serve in ZS to ask for office transfers? (within India)

And how often do they get accepted and the general sentiment by the management when one asks for it?

Assuming that my team works from Pune (and i like the job scope) but would like to relocate to Bangalore office (hometown) once the team stabilizes and processes are in place.

Would love to talk with you on DMs if you have any experience similar to this.

TIA!

Could you please help me what are the skills and technology needed for Google technical account manager? How is the interview process?

Hi everyone - Can I please get some likes so I can DM? Thanks in advance!

Hoping this gets more traction as most are WFH. Also happy I just found this bowl.

What’s the work life balance looking like for EY FAAS? Specifically in Chicago

When will I gain the skills necessary to be a senior? I’m coming up on my A2 year and I literally feel like a huge dunce. Can’t imagine taking on senior responsibilities. (audit btw)

I’ve been in Risk for a year now and would like to transfers to BAP (business advisory) how would you recommend going about this ? What steps can I take to ensure I get transferred? Cont

Has anyone let their counselor know they plan on quitting prior to give your notice?

Is there a range of time in which it is appropriate to begin wishing Eid Mubarak?

For auditors with 4-6 YOE leaving PA to industry for entry level accounting manager role, what questions would be asked for interview? And how would you respond to questions like you have no accounting but just auditing experience before

Struggling to feel fulfilled in this job. Thinking of making a career move to skilled trades. Torn though since I put so much effort into a master’s degree/CPA exam already. Thoughts?

Is it possible to get promoted twice in one year in PA? Someone at work said it happens sometimes but I haven’t heard of it. Ever heard of this occurring?

For those that work for Amazon in there accounting and tax department, what has your experience been like and how did you land your job?

If minimum wage is increased to $15 dollars, what else do you think will be affected? Do you think other salaries will increase, do you think there will be a jump in prices, or will there be no changes besides less people in poverty?

Curious what others think about this: a friend of mine has a couple of months of leave this fall to study for the CPA exam (they’ll be paid a reduced salary during their leave), but they mentioned they have no intention of studying for the exam, and instead plan to use that time to look for another job. This rubs me the wrong way, but wanted to hear what others think…

Anyone have their CFE? Just wondering what you have done or plan to do with it and what the test was like.

What’s the difference between ED and partners? How does one become an ED vs partner?

My ey folks - does anyone know if there is any independence issues on using Stash and havinng a Capital One Money Market?

What skills lead to success in M&A?

Currently make 90k and save about 500 per month after 401k, HSA, mortgage, all expenses etc per month. Where can I go to Cali to save the same amount and how much do I need to make to do so?

if you had interviews for a job your really wanted and didn’t get it, would you go back and ask your interviewers for feedback? I’m not sure how to ask or if I should

Will most of us (big 4 employees) be in at least the 200k+ salary range once we hit our late 40s and early 50s? I know that MOST of us won't stay with our firms, but does that mean we stagnate?

I got laid off by Deloitte back in June, and just got the questionnaire asking if I want to keep my pension or do lump sum ($14k). Any advice?