What’s the most bullshit question you’ve been asked during an interview? (aside from blatantly illegal, racist, sexist, etc questions which I think we can agree are on a different level)

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"What's 20% of 1500?"
Got it right. Got the internship.
A friend of mine also interviewed, froze and said "can I get back to you?" 😂😂

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Manhole cover was a popular question in the early-mid 2000’s

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Oh wow. This was not even five years ago that I was asked, so maybe this person didn't update their interviewing approach over time 😬

Interviewer: "why are manhole covers round?"
Me: circles are one of the few shapes that don't fall in on themselves, so it's for safety
Interviewer: "that's the technically correct answer, but what's a CREATIVE answer?"

Not a question, but I was recently sent the link to a free Myers Briggs test website and told to forward my results to the company.

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Hi..

I've been approached for a Manager - Technical Consulting position at Salesforce India.

How are the technical rounds on a quotient of 1-10(1 being very less and 10 being extremely technical)?
Should I prepare for something specifically?

And what is the current package provided by Salesforce for the same position?

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks

Does anyone work at IBM, Salesforce, or Palo Alto Networks? I’ve been interviewing with all three and would love some insight about how you like your company/red flags you’ve come across.

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Can any one help me prep for a Tech. Mfg. PM role interview? Any tips on what questions to prepare for?

I know this career takes a lot out of folks, but what are some things you’re grateful for?

I’ve been having a hard time finding energy to interview but I’m REALLY grateful that recruiters from great companies reach out on LinkedIn just based on my skills/current company. Takes a big weight off.

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Anyone know much about the start up scene in E Africa? I hear a lot of general talk about how it’s ‘booming’ but can’t find much information online. I’m in a weird position where I’m trying to switch into tech but am moving to Kampala for the next year. I am applying now to remote jobs in the U.S. but would love to connect with companies operating in the region.

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Guys if you don't feel jealous then can anyone share the definition of coding questions which are being asked for reactjs developer assessment exam in these days ??

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Can someone kindly connect me with Investment Banking HR/Recruiter/anyone willing to help? My friend interviewed for Goldman Sachs NY. Cleared the HireVue but didn’t get any communication further. It’s been 4 weeks now. Although the referral came from a VO but the division is different. My friend is looking for Investment Banking division. Need to get in touch with someone from investment banking to push the resume. The rolling process is hurting the chances.Thank you Goldman Sachs

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Hell everyone. Congrats to all those that accepted a school. I plan on applying next cycle. Does anyone have any recommendations on external scholarships?

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Looking for a pulse check. I am thinking about applying next year. I'll be 28 during the application process and 29 at matriculation. Will I be too old? Will it negatively impact my application? Thanks in advance.

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Anyone here work @ Novo Nordisk? I have a sales interview tomorrow morning for diabetes care specialist

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Hi everyone. I applied for a couple of roles at a tech company, I have a panel interview coming up but since that’s been arranged another HR coordinator has reached out to do a screening interview for the 2nd role I applied for.

How do I approach this, the screening call is a couple of days before my panel interview?

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Hey guys!

Does anyone know if your CV gets blocked in big 4s for a certain amount of time if you get rejected?

I had an HR discussion at PWC UK 3 months ago which fell through and now I'm noticing any time I apply for a role there my resume doesn't clear the shortlist. Surprising cos I meet all the requirements

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Does anyone have tips for the structured interview process? I’ve done my research but am not getting past the first round. My credentials must be acceptable if I’m being invited to interview at all. Since post-interview feedback isn’t provided, I’m sort of grasping at straws here!

Hi, Are there any video to help with case studies for power day at capital one . Really appreciate if anyone who went through it provides their materiel . I am new to consulting cases . Thank you

I am CA FINAL student, i have done most of my internship into audit but post qualification i want to start my career into taxation( direct & international). Any suggestions or recommendation on whether any big 4 will take a fresher.

I am working hard on my theoretical knowledge before interview.

Also preparing for Enrolled Agent USA, IRS

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Has anyone ever gone through the interview process at Citi for HR roles? I have a question

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As going through the interviews process as an experienced hire, do recruiters just email you with the offer or call you first and then email you details later on?

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Hey guys. I recently graduated with a bach in business, a graphic design bach, and an MBA this past May. I thought this would help make me look like a stand out on job applications along w/ my international internship but I can’t get an interview for an entry level job at big companies like Deloitte, Goldman Sachs, or Leo Burnett. Should I take my MBA off my resume?? What am I missing??

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I am appearing for an interview next week for .Net profile. What should I expect in the interview Resume based questions or DS and Algo related questions?

Hello Fishes,
I cleared the Level 2 interview as an Appian developer. Could you please let me know what Level 3 interview would be about? Thr HR said it's an interaction session with the panel. But should I be prepared technically?

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What is a fair salary range for a Senior Solutions Architect in Austin?

Anyone work in the Chicago office?

Anyone have insights on the 2023 IBM Enterprise Strategy, Senior Consultant position(comp package, what they do etc). Looks like it has a Start date ofJune 2023 or later.

Any insight would be helpful!

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Do you wear a suit to work every day? How formal is your office?

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Scheduling added another S3 (my level) to my engagement but acting as a manager, while I’ve been on this engagement for a few years and getting great reviews. My ego is shot and I’m insulted. Advice?

What is your understanding of the norms around whose names end up on a brief/complaint/motion papers etc.? I’m a midlevel at an AmLaw 20 firm and have twice been the principal drafter of something only to be cut from the signature block. The associate senior to me is on it despite having done far less of the work. And it’s not because it required a rewrite or something. The filed product is 80-90% my work. Am I wrong to be pissed off about this?

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What’s the standard RTO (return to office) plan for MBB as of now?

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How did you find out what you want in life? Feeling lost mid-career..

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Not even done drafting .. (10 team, 1st overall pick)

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Any ladies that would like to go out for dinner? 27M 🙃

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Layoff going on in Synechron ?

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Do tech companies like FAANG hire strategy consultants? Starting at an MBB/T2 next year and curious if tech companies leverage consultants as much as other industries. Part of me wonders if they are in such high growth right now that consultants can’t add as much value, thus maybe a smaller presence. Thoughts?

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Weird question for those that have experienced combat and work in consulting

What's more taxing, a combat deployment or a stressful project?

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I'm 10+ years experienced SAP ABAP consultant.

What should be my Designation in
1.TCS,
2.INFOSYS,
3.HCL,
4.ACCENTURE,
5.DELLOITE

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Are Accenture UK looking for any SAP Fiori Developers?

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What is the CFM meeting invite sent by the leadership and SMs?

If you living currently in a home and looking to buy another home but plan to put only 10% on the new home, can I pay the remaining 10% after selling my existing home in 1-2 months .. and get the PMI

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Can anyone recommend a good headhunter that has experience in placing agency strategists on the client side (not just agency only)?

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Hi fishes. I am a Data scientist having TC as 19 LPA (all fixed), YoE is 1.8 years. I have a bachelor's and master's in non CS/IT.
I want to make a switch for a higher salary, what compensation should I be expecting?

I'll be glad if anyone of you can provide referral.🙏

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Finally wrote the 3 social scripts 2 hours before they were due when I was briefed over 2 weeks ago, what are you doing?

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I realize I’m being a dick, but why is it that every recruiter is 24 and clueless now?

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Who's got the most fishbowl points?

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Modern problems require modern solutions.

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Chat Bots and Artificial Intelligence. Ok, go!

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IHOB? Droga just ripped off a 10 year old Pizza Hut ad. Pasta Hut—coming soon!

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Would you rather work at an agency or work client side?

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Any thoughts on how to handle working with coworkers who are very friendly/well-liked by most but are utterly mediocre at what they do and just want to coast? Makes me feel like I’m the difficult one.

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It’s Friday who’s partying

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Finally got major client signed. Got high-fives from CEO who’s already marketing said major client. Can’t get finance to approve freelance needed to actually do the work.

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Have you ever seen a client fired in mid-production?

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Is it weird when a 3rd party recruiter you’ve never met constantly calls you out of the blue? No set up...no “hey are you free at noon?” Just random phone calls while I’m at work.

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Putting my two weeks in today. Any tips on how to do it gracefully?

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I really need to know. Does anyone genuinely care about their jobs anymore? Money aside.

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Just found out there’s an ECD in a big NYC agency who claims to have won awards, but the name doesn’t pop up in any of the archives.

How do they get away with it?

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What do y'all know about Konrad NY?

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Do LinkedIn skills endorsements mean anything? Has any recruiter said... "Whoa! She's got 47 people that think she's a great writer... we gotta get her in here!" ?

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How much do senior strategists in LA make? Moving from NY to LA and wondering how much of a hit in pay I’ll take from lower cost of living or whatever recruiters will say

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Happy, found out most of my team is unhappy, now I’m unhappy, too.

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Describe the candidate who impressed you the most throughout your years of interviewing people, and why? #motivationmonday #😇

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