What is your favorite books on leadership/professional development and why?

Looking for some great recommendations! Thanks in advance!

Recently accepted a job in oracle/financial systems consulting. I have some experience in systems but mostly FP&A and operations. I have a few cloud certifications as well.

How tough will it be for me to get up to speed and are there any recommended trainings I should do? Please let me know!

Im 21, recently got a project manager job in a big media group, I still have about one year to do in my degree. Where would you recommend I take my career next, what would be the logical next jobs I could explore in that field?

Anyone ever make the jump from Audit to M&A? If so, how’d it go?

Hi fishes,
I am currently working as a Data Science Analyst in Amex and would like to make a switch to Fraud detection/Credit risk modelling in future.(not in a hurry but would like to start preparing for the same)
How should I go about preparing for it? Is MBA the only course?
My current tech stack is Python, Pyspark, Hive, SQL, ML, DL(specifically NLP based). I have already done MS in CS from IIT Kgp.
I am confused mainly cause the tech stack requirement is similar to my role in the company.

Hello everyone! My co-worker and I are preparing for the SHRM certification exam and Hoping to take it in December. I’m looking to purchase the SHRM learning system books from someone that has already taken the exam this year. Can someone point me in the right direction?

Hi Fishes, I immediately need to switch my role related to Data science/ML/AI with good hike. Suggest some companies and ways. I'm willing to learn new things after deployment.

YOE : 1.5 years as Python developer

Skills : C, Python, Excel in writing SQL queries, Swagger, Microservices, PostgreSql Aws(Lambda, Api gateway, SNS, SQS), Angularjs, PHP.

Any tips for someone trying to break into consulting in the GCC from the US? Applying blindly hasn't worked out. Head hunter recommendations would be great as well!

I got 50% hike in Infosys however in accenture, I got 20% mid year hike and 30% hike promise in Dec'22 to match Infosys. Should i stay in Accenture or move to Infy? which company is better?

Pay, prestige, and career progression of Nous Group in Australia?

So I’m probably thinking too much. But I’m looking to leave public accounting and have an opportunity with internal audit. I want to make sure where I go I have good opportunities to advance and if needed be marketable to other companies. Do you think internal audit makes you more or less marketable to other opportunities in the future?

For 🐠 who got your CISSP, about how much study time did it take you? E.g. how many weeks/months did you study for, and how many hrs/week? It's a goal of mine to get certified, just trying to (cont.)

33 year old with MBA thinking about a career change from financial services consultant to certified financial planner. Any advice?

Hello! I am a recent graduate of a medical billing and coding program and I’ m finding it really difficult to get a job because most employers are looking for someone with at least 3 years experience. How do I get my foot in the door with no real time experience?

Looking to move into strategic planning. Advice?

Desperately want to get into healthcare strategy consulting. 13 years of healthcare clinical experience including project work. MBA. But keep getting told by recruiters that I don't have enough experience to be a Consultant or Manager but that I have too much experience to enter in every level such as a Senior Associate. Just one rejection after another, even when applying with internal referrals from Director or Partner levels. What am I doing wrong?

When an agency is about to hire you as a creative lead but without seeing your book to find out what you had done in your career, is that a red flag to you as a creative?

One of the reasons I want to transition from industry to consulting (tier 1) is that I get frustrated when I have to collaborate with mediocre people. My assumption is that Tier 1 consulting firms hire really sharp people and if I can get in, I’ll be collaborating with folks on top of their game (not expecting much from clients). I’m aware there are personal aspects I need to work on like my mindset, patience etc etc, but I just get so frustrated with blatant stupidity.

Is anyone on here in Product Management at Google? If so what are the most exciting products to work on right now? Also, I used to be at Salesforce, and wondering how PM roles compare to PMM at Google

I will start managing the sales team I’m part of and transition from being a peer to becoming their manager. Any advice on how to make this change as smooth as possible?

Hello! I am a Technical Sourcer/Recruiter at a reputable FinTech company. I would like to transition into Project Coordination/Management within the tech space. Any tips for the transition? Recruiters: I am open to entry level & contract roles to gain experience! Thanks in advance for the assist!

How much have you heard of Account Managers making at companies in the tech space? I'm thinking about leaving my market research company.

PwC CMAAS or KPMG FDD? I have no idea what to pick, just sick of audit.

What is avg package for principal soft ware engineer in fidelity any details would help ?

Hello,

I have done my cyber security certificate CISSP with 9+ yrs exp can anyone tell me how can I move in to that role and how much salary I can expect l.
Thanks in advance !

What do you think of the LSAT decision? Personally I think it might be a little unfair to suddenly abolish it when hundreds of thousands of students have had to take it over the last few years and beyond. But I get that it's expensive. Anyways, good idea or bad idea?

I recently joined PWC SDC Banglore. I received laptop and charger only, today. There is no laptop bag, headphones or other accessories. Will they provide any welcome kit ?

Can you dice/chop onions and not tear up? If so, how many till you tear up?

I’m looking to identify a good consultative selling program for a newly licensed junior advisor. Would value ideas of programs which you have had good success and experience with! Thanks.

How soon after a final interview with a DM is ok to call and follow up on a job potential?

Howz the work life balance of a Senior Consultant in tech consulting in a client facing role?
Skills: Java 8, Spring Boot.

Please do answer with respect to EY India only.

Role will be as a tech lead in java development team.

Client probably HSBC.

Few days left in Notice Period.

Natwest group offering 18 lpa for 5 yrs with position software engineer B7.2. Is it good package at this designation?
Having offer from citi group of 17 lpa. Which one to consider?

For someone who joined PwC AC Bangalore in December'21, how much hike and bonus can be expected?
CCTC: 11lpa

Fully employed Art Director (agency) looking to pick up some freelance contracts on the side. Can this be done?

Is employment data really one of the most accurate indications of the economy's direction? I'm not sold.

36F in Houston, Tx. New to the area and looking for friends.

Ever see your rejected ideas win Grand Prix by other creatives? Seen it more than twice?

Hi ,
I want to change my job can u please help me with the openings ??

I know people say the Google hiring process is long, but I’ve been in the process for over 100 days now...when does it become too long by even Google standards?

Ex-Deloitter here. My goal is to finish working across ALL of the Big 4, and then post-MBA at ALL of the MBB. Will I be considered a flight risk or will I garner the Thanos level respect I deserve?

When did you buy your first house? How much is the down payment and monthly mortgage? City too would be helpful, as well as any general advice from your experience. Thanks!

Incoming KPMG manager, starting tomorrow (moving from SC at Deloitte). Any words of wisdom/encouragement?!

Anyone start recently at Booz Allen who can tell me what the BAH LAUNCH orientation is like?

With the market kinda tanking lately, is now (late December) a good time to break into the market and buy a few various stocks?

Confronting colleagues? Yes or no ? On a side note, any book recommendations for handling workplace situations

Is there a hard limit on how frequent you can apply in a year at FAANG? (For instance: Amazon, Google)

Also, how many positions are we allowed to apply?
There are just many positions at different teams right.

Racist/sexist/xenophobic clients...anybody got one? How did you deal?

Desperately want to get into healthcare strategy consulting. 13 years of healthcare clinical experience including project work. MBA. But keep getting told by recruiters that I don't have enough experience to be a Consultant or Manager but that I have too much experience to enter in every level such as a Senior Associate. Just one rejection after another, even when applying with internal referrals from Director or Partner levels. What am I doing wrong?

One of the reasons I want to transition from industry to consulting (tier 1) is that I get frustrated when I have to collaborate with mediocre people. My assumption is that Tier 1 consulting firms hire really sharp people and if I can get in, I’ll be collaborating with folks on top of their game (not expecting much from clients). I’m aware there are personal aspects I need to work on like my mindset, patience etc etc, but I just get so frustrated with blatant stupidity.

Any really impactful books that have helped you career-wise? Not necessarily consulting focused. In need of guidance and a new book so figured I'd kill two birds with one stone or whatever.

Chicago 🐟, any recs for a nice hotel lounge / rooftop to go to tonight. Specifics - beautiful approachable people (ladies) and classy spot

Has anyone put in papers and the firm tried or put in some effort to keep them?

I’m staying at the same hotel as the Herbalife world conference this weekend. How is Herbalife not a pyramid scheme?

Flying back to NYC now. Hope y’all are safe and warm!

No work for days, then all dumped on you Thursday afternoon......

Not sure if I am getting laid off. What are some key signs. Thanks in advance for your help?

How hard is the AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification? What study sources have you used and how long did it take?

How do I not hate my job while being bored to death? Open to ideas!

Best consulting firms to work for that will allow 100% remote work indefinitely regardless of what clients do?