Whoa. Was on PTO last week and came back to utilization emails and updates in TOD saying my utilization is at 106%. Did PDM change utilization calculations?

California 🐟 does your vacation payout when you leave your job get taxed at regular wage, or bonus, levels? Does your employer have discretion to choose?

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?

I'm almost at the point of an offer, and also just started a 6 month long engagement since my utilization was taking a hit. How do you fish recommend dealing with the situation once the offer comes?

How do I say to my counselor, "be prepared to see a big fall of my utilization because of things out of my control" without sounding like complaining or having a lot of negativity?

Has anyone taken a stealth vacation (i.e. went on a trip but didn’t officially take time off)? Did it work out?

We are seeing more pushback from employees on working 40 hours. We offer flexibility (wfh), 11 holidays and another 3 wks PTO. Seems like a good gig, I think, at 40-45 hrs. Anyone seeing this too?

What’s been your most impressive/successful salary negotiation when you’ve received an offer? Did you manage to get way more PTO or other perks?

Is it as hard to take PTO as people say? I have a couple of long weekend trips planned (covid willing) in May and June, which is right after I start, but have heard that it’s normal to have to cancel plans due to last minute deals coming in. Any tips??

A partner just walked from his office. By passed 4 or 5 people who are generally more knowledgeable on our banking logistics straight to the only black support staff employee to@ask if today is a bank holiday.

Just switched firms, in hopes of greener pastures....and I’m miserable. Not totally sure where to head next, debating some non-traditional means of employment/next steps. I def can spin the story but am I risking my whole career if I say, took less ‘prestigious’ role for the next year? I just need to mentally recover...feels like I’m losing time off my life longevity for $$$. Just looking for others thoughts or real life examples

A colleague mentioned to me that they bill self study instead of pto. If I’m utilized at 100%+ and staffed on a client and take 3 days off wed-Sunday, they say bill self study and save pto. Advice?

Any book recommendations for the summer vacation season? What's your favorite book over the last year?

Team is already talking about eating hours. My utilization is down cause I was in unassigned for a month in Dec/Jan. What's worse pissing off the partner or having a low utilization? -staff 1

Lit associates at Goodwin how’s WLB in terms of expectations to work weekends and into evenings/late nights. How’s culture generally? Do people go on vacations and is time off respected?

How many of you are actually concerned about taking vacation PTO bc of utilization?

What is your firm’s vacation policy? How many days do you get? Are you happy with it?

Guys, need one quick suggestion -

28th Jan(after 2 days) is my joining date in one of the organisation.. meanwhile I get a call from one of captive company for final managerial discussion scheduled for today itself.
I doubt they can release offer in just 2 days if all good, having said that tomorrow is holiday.
Ques- should I tell after 2 days I have to join one of organization. Or can I tell, still I am with current organisation and serving np, probably 60 days left and wait for their offer..

Do you think we will be able travel by Christmas for a vacation?

Overheard: *dials frantically* "Hi. The holiday party was moved the the 7th so we're gonna need to move that Axe Throwing event. Yeah. Bye. "

Books on human psychology that have affected you. I'll start: influence, sales Bible, on killing.

Does anyone have experience going from industry to public? I have 4 years of experience and I’m waiting on my last CPA score. Everytime I look at job postings, they seem to require public experience

Has anyone taken the SHRM-SCP? Any study suggestions and impressions of the test?

Deloitte Strategy Senior Consultant or Strategy& Senior Associate? Which one has better brand perception / is valued more in the market for future exit opportunities?

Is Tokyo doable as a solo traveler with zero knowledge of the language? Thinking of doing a group trip there but adding on a few days alone in Tokyo at the beginning. I’m pretty well traveled in general and do just fine alone, but a different alphabet certainly makes things harder (if translations aren’t common). Female if that makes a difference.

Does anyone actually shop at the designer stores in the airports?

Hello Fishes,

Has anyone have idea about Kyndryl in Brno (Czech Republic)? What is the salary they provide to overseas techie? I have total 7 YOE in networking domain. What are the pro and cons? Is it good to move from India to Czech Republic?

Which company pays better salary - EY GDS or EY India? Also, can someone give Pros and Cons of both?

Hi Fishes, I have 2 YOE in data science and my current ctc is 11 lpa. How much hike can I expect while switching jobs? Thanks!

What are the best websites you’ve used when applying for a new job? Any that are specific to saas/tech sales or ones that have yielded good response rates?

Hey
Anyone know the role of Research Analyst in S&P Global?
And work environment??

What are some roles you have seen sales people successfully transition to (from tech/SaaS)?

Hi Fishes,

I have got offers from Maersk and Shell with the same payscale, bit confused amongst which one to choose. Seeking your valuable feedback

Mac or HP or Dell: I prefer Mac notebooks. However it seems there might be limitations with the use of Skype or other applications based on materials I have seen. What do you all recommend is the best laptop for working at Deloitte?

I went on ONE date with a guy that lives next door months ago. He told me he eats out every night and tips his doordahers poorly. That was a red flag, so I never talked to him again. Anyhoo, I bumped into him tonight, and he cussed me out so bad at a CVS. I’m confused as to what I did wrong?

Looking to sublease a 2/2 at the Santal in SW austin overlooking hill country views July-November 2k/month

On average, does PDM work less hours per week than Traditional?

Does anyone who works on a DOD project with a clearance know if you can request a phone?

Recently joined the firm as a project delivery specialist. During recruiting, the team harped on how great my background was and how much a good fit I would be for the firm/project...

Well, I was on an onboarding call and they were talking about staffing and projects. The presenter said to reach out to them if you don’t think your project is a good fit. In his words “you were hired into the firm, not a specific project. We see you here long term... With the exception of PDM model” 😅
Cont.

Do employees on the PDM path also get a new laptop every two years or is that just traditional? Or is it a complete myth?

What’s the average annual hike in PDM model?

Is PDM ever going to be less crappy?

Am I the only one bummed by today’s call? It’s like there is no soild conclusion on anything

What are the requirements to promote from analyst to senior analyst? I’ve been with Deloitte for two years now and am wondering how I go about making myself promotable. I don’t have a CPA, CFE, etc. Is one of those required?

Do PDM analysts get performance year end bonuses and AIP?

What other performance factors are considered for PDM besides utilization?

Welcoming anyone from Project Delivery or who would like to learn more about the PDM track. Spread the word.

It's day 2 for me at Deloitte (PDM) , just received my laptop yesterday , completed a few of the trainings and created/uploaded my resume. Coach and onboarding advisor have not been assigned yet. When do I get assigned to a project? What does that process look like ? How long does this orientation go on for ? And do I have to transfer all my stocks from robinhood to one of their approved brokerages?

I’m on the GPS PDM town hall and they seem to be ignoring the fact that the PTO impacts the PDM track whereas other tracks do not…. Unless they answered and I missed it

Any idea what will be criteria for PDM to start green card process?

For your resume and LinkedIn, do you prefer to use ‘Project Delivery Specialist/Manager’ or a more recognizable title, such as ‘Project Manager’ or ‘Program Manager’

My project client location in Denver started in person mandatory days. Few of colleagues started to go there. I’m confused as I was hired as PDM and I live in east coast and project is in west coast. My leadership is not forcing me anything and they left it to us but I don’t want to lose job because I’m not traveling. Any suggestions?

Interested about PDM stats. Like if you got a comp adjustment and comment if you didn’t.

How many PDMers in here are happy to be PDM?

How many wish they were core/traditional?

Most of the folks in PDM received no adjustments is it same on other projects too