What’s a bad utilization for new joiners (associate)? I joined in June (bad timing?) and just got staffed on something not related to what I got hired for so there might be a bit of a gap between projects. Should I be worried?

I have a Deloitte PDM offer. I’ve read about the positives/negatives and I’m so torn. When my recruiter says I’ll have “144 hours” of PTO (18 days), will I definitely still run into the utilization trap of not being able to take it? Are all projects 40-42 hr weekly caps? Third question: I’m new in the DC area, are PDMs invited to firm socials? Trying to make friends! Thanks in advance

Random partner asked a litigation-related question to a partner I frequently work with (i’m a transactional associate). My partner cc’d me and said for me to briefly look. Asked the library. They got me a great case. Sent it back. Now the random partner is asking for more cases in another circuit.

I haven’t done caselaw research since 1L and this isn’t even my practice… wtf do I do (I am fully utilized in my normal work and have a few deals closing soon…)

My browser history is failing me and hope y’all can help! I recently stumbled upon a website where some ad folks had compiled a bunch of idea/conceptual thinking approaches and if you clicked through there were past spots that had utilized that idea / way of thinking. I wanted to share it with a mentee and can’t track it down. It was a simple layout: grid of images w/headline naming the idea … Sound familiar?

I’m quitting my job tomorrow morning. I don’t have a new job lined up. I’m scared, but also excited? I’ve felt under utilized for months, and haven’t had a promotion after two years. I never take risks like this, but life is too short. Is this a bad choice?

Had a fight with my MD or let's say more like argument. After that the next 2 months was endless nitpicking and pulling me for mistakes that aren't really in my control.

Post 3 months, I apply for a transfer. Transfer process delayed for some process reasons
No negatives/issues in my f22 feedback. Utilization above target. Way Above average
Recently fired without reason
Who should I escalate to?

PS: Ignore typos. Written in anger

I was curious what other firms have set as their utilization goals for their different positions?

Currently, everyone from staff to senior manager has a set goal of 90%.

Received offer from BCG for ECT AD role. Read numerous comments about ECT being not attractive compared to Generalists track. Also heard challenges about billability/utilization. Any views/guidance is appreciated.

Background - I am not super keen to become an equity partner and comfortable to stay on ECT track. Main reason to join will be opportunity to work with different clients, smart talented people and good brand. I may consider going back to industry after 3-5 years in ECT.

What other performance factors are considered for PDM besides utilization?

In the last PDM town hall, they said they were going to lower utilization targets for those that work on projects with capped hours. For those people, have you seen your utilization target lowered? I haven’t seen shit change for me.

What is the target utilization for a Senior 2? Or number of chargeable hours goal? Is this ever hard to meet?

Just checking YTD peer utilization rate and it's less than 50%. Deal market is really slowing down..

hey, I joined Deloitte in June 2020 as an GPS SA analyst, I just staffed on internal project only providing me adjusted utilization. Now my standard util is 40 and my adjusted is 105... and this project last in another month... by then my standard util might be 20.. will my promotion be affected by this? My target promotion year on TOD is 2022. My manager said we might sell to client and extend this project in September but nothing guaranteed.

SM asked us to shifted client billing hours to non-chargeable code... Will significantly impact utilization... Sucks

How does it feel to earn less than US Consultants while also struggling for utilization

What were some challenges y’all faced this week?

I’ll start. Trying to get non local resources utilized. National Leadership thinks this is the answer to our problems but local leadership is hesitant.

I wish admin utilized Tier 1 supports with teachers. Smiles, appreciations and acknowledging ones efforts would do a great deal to boost morale and climate. I just don’t understand what that is so hard to do.

At PwC(S&) are evaluations (career roundtables) driven primarily by utilization? How much do reinvest and snapshots play?

Is it bad to be over-utilized? I just did the math and I could charge zero hours this week and take a 3 week vacation after and still be 100% utilized? Is that abnormal?

7.9 years of exp..
Barclays has offered 22 lpa, for BA4 role...Is this a fair offer.?...looking forward to hear your suggestions...
Thaks in advance

Is MBB serious about DEI? How is the environment for minorities (both at the bottom and top, including for East/South Asians)

I’m curious what YOUR proposed 60/40 schedule looks like? Have you been given a start date for this new schedule?

How do you have a conversation with someone that makes an unknowingly inappropriate or insensitive comment that not only impacts you but others around your office?

Hello guys! This group is for Datascientists who are currently working or want to work in Accenture as DataScientists.

Invited to interview for a PM role at Lending Tree. My first round is 30 mins with the hiring manager ( Director of Product) . Should I be expecting only behavioral questions/experience related questions given the time frame of the interview?

Is there a way to practice L&E in the government realm? If so what’s a good way to find these positions? Thanks!

Does anyone else constantly have lint in their belly button? Can be 30 minutes post-shower, right when waking up, mid-day, it doesn’t matter.

Anyone got such mail : IBM – We have great news! Benefit by advancing to December,2021
Actually my doj is 20 January,2022.

Did anyone else watch the One Show special awards ceremony earlier? Did you also find it irritating?

Traveling to Rome and London with the fam (kids - 8 and 10). Any tips and recommendations as to things to see and/or how to prepare?

Anyone recently joined Optum in India? Did you receive welcome gift?

Just registered for WAATBP end of this month and am looking forward to it!

Thoughts on portfolio school? Is it worth it, or is there a better route?

I've just 12 hrs to think about this -- Oracle or Freecharge ?? Work profile with Oracle is development of oracle jet framework and with Freecharge merchant app with freecharge Please help yaaro

Need advice. I was brought onto a program to guide a huge transformational change + to shape the msging. It’s been landing flat with execs + leaders don’t understand the program / think it’s too overwhelming. The challenge is, one of the leads who created the offering + has been on the program from day 1 / has executed this program before won’t give up control, questions anything new created, + continues to revert back to old slides bc they were “approved”. Help! How would you handle to get thru

Is there anyone here that works for the same company as their SO? We do and both love where we work but during times like these almost feels more intense with the uncertainty.

Best ergonomic chairs for neck and back pain that aren't $1000+?

Series C start up offer and they gave me two salary choices:

- 90k with 10,000 stock options
- 99k with 5,000 stock options

What do y’all think?

Where is the excel with the best Hilton discount corporate codes

Deloitte superday (type of thing) tomorrow. Wish me luck!

Which top consulting firms, if any, will pay for your MBA?

Can anyone suggest of any ERP Consulting related job post?

Someone reached out to me on LinkedIn about becoming an author on the side. Has anyone heard about such a thing?!? The person said she’s worked with 800 consultants writing their books and marketing it for them.

What are the best consulting firms in Europe to do AI strategy work in public sector? I have Canadian experience and I’m looking to move geographies.

How many years do you allow yourself to get passed up for promotion?

Shall I disclose reason for leaving a firm during my initial call with a recruiter from said firm, if I was laid off? Are they privy to that information. Ironically being recruited by that same firm

What is the best consultancy for Media and Entertainment work? Considering a move…

🐠 ies, how can one gain experience managing people when i don't have any direct reports? I got rejected by a position because of this, i was more than perfect for the position in every other way. What can i change about myself that makes me come off as a leader so i can get these kinds of positions?

SM asked us to shifted client billing hours to non-chargeable code... Will significantly impact utilization... Sucks

Curious is anybody seeing layoffs in consulting? How busy are your cyber practices?