Three months into litigation, working at a mid-size firm in three different practice groups under four different partners. I’ve botched two drafting assignments in a row for one of the partners. Having a crisis of self confidence and don’t know how short of a leash I’m on if I mess up another assignment. I read all the critiques for my work and get where I need to improve, but it’s demoralizing. Any advice beyond reading and understanding the constructive criticism I’m receiving?

How can I make the teacher's lounge a more relaxing and positive place?

If I say "deep learning" enough times, do I get a promotion still these days?

Have not been able to clear the finish line for Sales Engineer roles because of no sales experience 😔.. 2 big companies in tech. Constant feedback is that I do have strong process and product experience but no sales experience. Any suggestions?

Would appreciate referrals too. Have over 15 years experience in implementation and solutioning.

What are exits for Technical Program Management? I’m hoping the role would give me more exposure to SWE, product management, product strategy, to decide from there what avenue I want to go in afterward. Obviously SWE is a different skill set (I have a bit of a coding background and am ambitious about doubling down there IF that’s what I want), but would you say TPM could be a stepping stone to product management or product strategy roles?

FYI coming from consulting and trying to get into tech!

How are all the firms responding to the covid crisis, internally (e.g. pay cuts, layoffs, etc.) and externally (e.g. meeting changing client demands)?

How much should you be earning before you buy your first Rolex ?

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Did anyone get their offer rescinded at Natwest due to pre employment screening?

What was the reason for the same?

Any data scientists down to strategize / try a mock case study for MBB?

Hi Colleagues,

Hope you are doing fantastic!

As a Senior IT PMO, I have been engaging with Recruiters and Project Managers in a search for new position.

I’ve 8 years of demonstrated experience in Project Management and I have been pursuing MBA in IT project management as well.

I welcome any opportunities or suggestions you might have for me.

Thank you for your time.

I have multiple partners in my group and I enjoy working with all of them. Same for SM as well. Would it make sense to align myself with one partner as I go up the ladder ( contd..)

When sending a cold email to a recruiter, should you include a reason why you’re interested in the agency? Or keep it short and sweet with your book, resume and what you’re looking for?

Is Accenture hiring experienced persons for coimbatore location ?

We are a data/software provider. My business folks get lots of requests from customers to fill out annual security/due-diligence assessments. I don’t have an issue with them generally, but many of them now include “attestations of compliance”, and will throw in a link to their Vendor Code of Conduct.
We don’t agree in our contracts that we will comply with their Codes (or even that we will answer these assessments in the first place) - but assuming that the business does “attest” to (Cont)

Why’s there such a negative view on Internal Audit. Really thinking about moving into IA after public. Better pay, generally a 9-5 job, no weekends. With all that time saving I’d have more time for side hustles.

What is an appropriate amount of time for a company to make you wait before you get stock?

🐠 Fam: team is in a tough spot and it's not going to get any better. Leadership is doing nothing. Ideas for boosting team morale? We have to take care of each other

Has a promotion ever affected team dynamics? For instance, someone gets promoted ahead of their peers. Do you think it’s hard for a smallish team to accept the new promote and their new responsibilities which may include managing their former peers?

All I can say is f this week. Here’s to hoping next week is better

What is the best way to switch from tech consulting to strategy or management?

When your eyes pop open at 5:50am on Saturday because you don't remember if you submitted your timesheet (holiday season throws things off). Thankfully I did. Back to bed

What is Deloitte's equivalent to a BAH Lead Associate?

Worked late nights this week so I could play hooky this morning with friends and MTB. Ate shit coming too hot around a corner after a flowy downhill. I'm a (literal) bloody mess, but it beats work!

#100-> #78 -> #54 Slalom getting up the Fortune 100 best places to work after just 3 years on the list 🎉✨

Girls scout cookies for sale lobby of 300 Madison. They'll be there until they sell out.

Best cocktail and why?

Why the hell do ties cost so much? $5 worth of fabrics and a machine does the cutting. Where to buy nice ones that won't cost me $125

I need some inputs on if I should pursue a MBA. Goal that I would use MBA for is getting into VC, only a undergrad internship in that space, or doing a search fund and like micro PE. I would consider corporate VC too.

Alternative is to focus on meetups to meet founders, getting a better job and hit the accredited investor status so I can invest with angels.

Undergrad was a top business school, so I feel strong with finance and other functions.

Decks on decks on decks

How much prep time did you guys use when studying for the GMAT

EY fish, what’s your cellphone policy - do you get good discounts on devices? About to join soon and wondering if I should wait until I join or buy a new device now. Thanks

Looking for any pro tips on organizing expenses and keeping track of what is owed to different credit cards. I have a separate bank account for expense reimb. but struggle keeping track of it all.

Choice between joining MBB at experienced pre-MBA level or doing MBA then joining at post-MBA level, which would you choose? Latter more expensive but more network /brand?