What’s a usual age to become a strategist and then senior strategist?

Anybody in here move from Big 4 straight out of undergrad to MBB within 2 years? I’ve heard contrasting opinions about how realistic the move is, so I’m looking for more insights.

Trying to chart my next move and not sure what direction to go. All I know is I’m tired of being always “on” in a client-facing environment.

Any podcasts, books, etc I can read for insight into more internal roles like biz ops, corporate dev/strategy, other??

4 YOE total all in consulting. Currently a SC. Clients/work have been commercial healthcare implementation & public health strategy, risk, process imp etc.

What do you see as most attractive exit ops in Europe? In the US, everything is about Tech/FAANG, but it seems way less attractive in Europe (less strategic roles, comp. seems much lower than in the US, very centralized around London/Dublin).

Hi All,
I’m currently a territory manager for a large medical device company. I’m looking to make the move into SaaS still selling to the NHS. Does anyone have any advice or recommendations? I currently like in Wales, UK but understand a lot of these roles are remote first unlike what I do at the moment.

I just joined a non-dream company as a 10+ years experience guy. My friend working in my dream company forwarded a job requirement from his internal postings. I want to give it a try but in case I get selected how hard or bad would it be to quit current company? I want to know what consequences I should be ready to face. Can someone please advice?

What are some of the best consulting firms for a software engineer? Is MBB still considered elite in this area too?

Are there any scholarship opportunities or aid available to students taking the PMP? My university does not have any and I’m interested in taking the exam. TIA

Is joining BCG as a Research Trainee under Knowledge Team (Insurance) helpful to pivot my career into consulting or should I look at doing a Masters instead? I am a fresh college graduate and currently working as an Accounting Analyst. Please help! Boston Consulting Group

How can we shift from SCM to Project manager? Thoughts ?

Hello Guys,

I am in a super good position at Jellyfish as a Director with a good room in terms of growth. Great responsibilities, work life balance and I strongly love my job. However, there is an opportunity to join Google Dublin as an Agency Development Manager (level 4) with strong salary, new challenges, different role and responsibilities etc. I HAVE A STRONG DOUBT about a trade off: is better to have a strong margin of growth and a good position or join Google with the above conditions?

My uncle is a HS math teacher and like a lot of teachers, he is looking to switch careers. I’m thinking there might be a place for him in logistics. What roles should he start looking at that might suit his skills?

Hi fishes LTI or Wipro or Harman connected services Please suggest which company is better join. salary offered is almost same. With respect to wlb and job security which is good?

Has anyone left big 4 or other PA firms tax transaction service groups for industry (or know of anyone)? What was the role and salary bump, how are annual bonuses/raises in industry, what is a typical work week (hours) like? I don’t think I can take this always on just to stay afloat life much longer. For context I am considered a high performer, am near the top of the salary band at my level and have a great supporting network at Deloitte. It’s just not worth it to have zero personal life.

Senpais, looking back, if you had known more about your specialty, would you still have chosen it? If not, which specialty would you have preferred to enter? And why?

Hello everyone ,
I’m currently working in insurance customer service at an agency. I work in the mortgage department assisting w mortgage changes , payments etc. I’ve been thinking about becoming a claims adjuster most likely for property damage . Is it worth it ??? I hear a lot of talk about how claims adjusting is a lot of work and very demanding but I think my current position has prepared me for the challenge. What are some good companies I maybe should apply for after getting my license?

Hi friends! I’m looking for resources to help me be successful in a “Functional Lead” role.

The role is in FinTech
I’m responsible for strategy, comms and key partnerships for a bank product. It reports through Customer Experience but touches product, Ops. marketing. It’s basically a Project Manager role but more nuanced.

Anyone out there in a role like this? Any books. videos or even best practices to share?

Is the CFE pretty easy?

Considering going for the CFE. What was your study plan for it and how long did it take?

I'm currently a Scrum Master that is looking to make an exit! I have a new profound love for data! However when looking at the salary for data analytics, it appears that I would have to take a pay cut. I currently make 123k in the state of NC...any insight? Should I transition to Data Engineering instead?

Hey Fishes I have completed close to 4.5 years in EY under the Tax Operation team specialized in resource management. I am getting only 7.5lpa inspite of getting "Strategic Impact" which is the highest reward category. I was supposed to get a skip level promotion which the HR had rejected for some reason. I feel I am really underpaid and EY is not valuing me as an employee. Based on ur experience can you let me know the actual market rate for my profile?

How much have you heard of Paid Social Planners/Markets making at companies in the tech space? I'm thinking about leaving my media agency company.

Any media buyers out there seeking order confirmation inventory at retail? I have a few new opportunities coming available in May/June.

Hi Folks,

I want to move into Deloitte Newzealand, applied a job opportunity through career portal, currently associated with Deloitte India.

Is internal transfer possible?

Is giving birth w/o the epidural really that crazy of a concept? People laugh at me when I say its very feasible...

Level 9 average salary?

About to interview with Neuberger Berman, hadn’t heard of them before. Anyone have any thoughts on their culture and WLB?

What's the best comms agency you've worked at where TEAMS actually communicate well?

Is this normal? Have only 2 interviews for my on-site and then would have another “informal chat” with VP if I pass on-site before sending to HC, haven’t read of anyone else with this experience

My probation has been increased by 2 months unnecessarily. I had heard EY has no fire policy. I’m working so well and constantly. Can they fire me after that?

Hello Everyone
1. Wanted to know what are the roles and responsibilities of HR Solutioning Teams and how can one enter those teams ?
2. Also is having in-depth backed knowledge and practice on Workday has massive demand in the market?

Looking for a job change in Sales Marketing and Business Development from PSU to private, can someone guide

I️ am pursuing a Product Management Internship in Big Tech for next summer. I️ am comfortable reaching out to people to network and know who to reach out to. However, I️ have not found the convos to be all that helpful. Any advice on how to make these convos useful?

Currently in NYC. I have a good book, but no partner. I was told I won't be able to find a decent job without a partner. True?

First year (ug level hire) and got email from apple recruiter. Would love to exit to FAANG but not sure I'm ready to leave BCG in my first year but maybe after 2-4. What is best practice?

What is the Joining process in Juniper Networks?

When will I receive laptop, my Joining date is 4th April,
Do i need to go to Bangalore?

Seems like Tokyo is a hot topic here. Gonna add another question regarding that—has anyone here worked as a copywriter in Tokyo? Any insight on agencies/companies that hire English-only copywriters?

When the client has a travel ban but has no problem with us traveling to them. 🙄

Has anyone ever won out over an emotionally abusive, bullying boss? I’m curious if it’s ever been done and what the win actually looked like.

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What are you going to do when you are too old to work in the industry...and what age is too old?

Working in Hong Kong my first job (AE) in the industry with the intent to get into strategic planning.

Am I on the right path? When would I be qualified?

Made the mistake of sending the wrong version of a report to a higher up. Boss noticed and emphasized the importance of due diligence.
Any advice on how I can course correct?

My boss has video on every single meeting. Status? On. IR? On. Not presenting and just there to chill? On. Even when no one else has it on and knowing it’ll just be his face taking up the whole screen. I’m starting to think he just likes to think we all love staring at him.

Where should I work

Tired of this constant grind and constant layoff situation in NYC. Thinking of making the move to LA. Any thoughts? Yay or nay?

Haven't started the job search yet, but is the NYC market as slow as FB makes it out to be?

I’m looking for some new things to read or listen to — doesn’t need to be ad-related. Books, podcasts, whaddya got?
I’m not really into fiction, but open to anything. Last books I enjoyed were Junior and Moonwalking with Einstein, last podcast I binged was Startup (Gimlet).

My contribution to advertising today: confirmed that the 2017 was changed to 2019.

You’re all welcome.

What are your favorite YouTube channels? Ideally industry specific or ones that benefit your life or work. Thanks!

Do you think WFH policies will change after this? Will companies be more relaxed/lenient with this than previously?

Any thoughts in the Ogilvy office? Which are account are worth being in?

Most exotic work travel destination you've ever gone to and for what brand or client?

Any creatives impacted by Forsman Bodenfors layoffs? That agency does beautiful, powerful work.