When you're manager walks up and says "you're slides are too fuc***g consultancy..."

Regarding insane working hours: what if creatives unionized?

Just curious what y’all think.

Do most firms start reporting years in September or January? Prior firm did an August year for counting hours and then another did January (both Amlaw 200). Looking at an Amlaw 100 to lateral in the fall (so trying to anticipate how much of the year I’ll have). I’ll ask what bonus/reporting year but just curious if most follow the same.

I know that feedback culture is part and parcel of consulting, and I feel it is contributing to my anxiety and depression. At the same time, i enjoy the problem solving aspects and don’t want to do a career change.
Anyone having the same problem? What have you done to help yourself cope with the culture?

Talked to people that I decided to move from one big4 audit group to another big4 advisory. Discouraged by how people reacted :/

I’m a private immigration attorney whose interested into transitioning into a high level federal government attorney position in the future (not in this administration). Ideally, I’d love to work in the solicitor general’s office.

I’m only a year or two into practice and am wondering if there are any tips to best position myself for this type of position? I don’t anticipate making any moves that way for at least 5 more years. No clerking experience or law review, so that’s -2 points for me

Anyone that can help with a referral to Availity? Have over 20 years exp in healthcare IT program delivery and people management. Thank you!

Is there a UX designer in Australia interested in a role in an agency? It’s just me at the moment so you’d be the first hire. I need help as my clients want more and I’ve got a waiting list!

My stepmom threw me a very elaborate bridal shower. My stepsister pitched in and also did a lot of work for it. Bridesmaids helped but didn’t do a ton. What, if anything should I do for my stepmom and stepsister as a showing of gratitude? I don’t want to spend a lot of $$ but definitely want to act quickly and thoughtfully.

What’s the M1 Tax salary in OH? I would be renting, please share the cost of 2/3 bed apartments. Thank you.

Making a switch form Android to iOS. Whats the best way to get my backup messages on to the new device ?

Moving to NYC this summer, making 40x rent for most places but don't have any credit score (non US citizen).

Any tips on how to avoid expensive gurantors?

Option 1: margin loan based on brokerage account assets, Option 2: home equity loan on a paid off property. Looking to use the cheap debt to DCA invest in the market over the next few months. Have reasonable risk appetite, thoughts on one vs another?

If you could right now, would you buy a house in full cash or invest in the market?

Hi Fishes,

Most important question:

1. I was on bench in my company since April 2022, So since may I was started looking for the opportunities for better pay but didn't got any offer still attending interviews.
2. In June 2022 i got know that I will have to work on 2 client's project which will be 50% 50% allocation on both sides.
3. I will be getting offer soon from one of the MNC, In that case what should I do?? Should I resign or go ahead with 2 client's project in my organization??

Very random- I need to buy my son a suit. 5’3, 120 lbs. Likely a very small sized men’s suit. He is not happy about wearing a suit so looking for a place to take him to try on lots of suits. Also not trying to spend a ton on a suit he will put grow in 6 months. Any suggestions? Best nordstroms rack in the Bay Area? Will drive!

Hi! I’m starting to look for a junior AD job and could really use some advice on my book. Thanks!

Hi fishes,

My interview with Microsoft for SE2 was scheduled and cancelled a day before. Neither I received any email regarding cancellation nor the recruiter informed me. Two days later I got an email saying Microsoft is freezing hiring for certain departments and the recruiter is ghosting me. Will I even get a chance to interview atleast?

How long does Accenture usually take to give feedback about interviews?

I got an offer from McKinsey and Oliver Wyman. Both for Engagement Manager. Similar base, small differences in bonus. Wanted to go with McK but having second thoughts now, as I truly loved OW people through the interview process and seemed like a “family style office to me. Any advice?

Will the Total Rewards portal be updated tomorrow with updated salary figures?

I find myself struggling the explain things with the same eloquence as my colleagues. How can I improve my consulting speak? Any recommended books?

Worried that my Partner won't support me switching offices- anyone have experience switching practices? Is there a way to go about it without burning bridges?

Hired as SA1. if my utilization is low for round table but I’ve gotten good Snapshots will I go up to SA2 or SA1B, which I don’t want of course.

How does one go about finding a sponsor for promotion? Do you just set up a 1-1 with a potential sponsor and directly state if they'd be willing to sponsor you since you're seeking promotion?

Do any other consultants have aphantasia? How do you develop content for slides? Any tips? I have been compiling a huge deck of slides I’ve seen that I sort through to get ideas but I struggle with slide design when I can’t visualize or see anything in my head.

Does anyone else laugh when you see LaQuinta commercials advertising to business travelers?

Nothing more annoying than when the peasants swarm the premier access line

Charlotte has to be the slowest moving airport!!!

If you got accepted to more that 1 top school on R1, can you please take an offer and reject the other ones? Make spacer for the rest

How does your firm measure utilization? I work for a small boutique that defines it as utilization = number of billable hours/2,080 and full bonus payout occurs at 80% plus.

Nothing like checking into your flight 10 min before it's supposed to board.

What kind of houses do Partners own / live in?

What is everyone’s top 1 or 2 favorite books on personal finance? I’m always looking for a new one to bring into the fold of what I’m doing

Moving from a boutique (<30 employees, MBB competitor) to the strategy practice of a Big 4. Have only worked for boutiques in the past, so I’m expecting there to be some major differences in terms of working style.

What are the major differences and ‘watch outs’ you would point out to me? Could be anything from culture, to red tape, to compliance etc.

Consulting or Startup.. Pick one?

2 signs that my life has fundamentally changed...last night I dreamt about Use Cases and this morning the barista at Starbucks knew my name and order. Ughhhh.