Why are there are so many working age people in this coffee shop? Surely you can't all be consultants on the bench...

Any 7A / 7B on bench for more than 2months now ?
What's your plan now ? Seeing outside ?
I am on bench close to 2months now , hence any advises would be helpful
Band and Skillset : 7B , bigdata Spark

I don’t understand how people keep posting about the bench and being unassigned. I’m in advisory(not audit) and my entire LoS is trending 90%+ utilization

Haha why is it called bench “blues”? I’m the happiest man alive on the bench. I do the bare minimum

Project just wrapped (early) and now I’m on the bench between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Just exactly how screwed am I trying to find a new gig before Xmas? Same approach as normal? Any tips?

Hii everyone from IBM 👋🏻

Whats the process of initiating and getting the hike/bonus?

I joined IBM on last week of May 2022, was on bench till 20th November 2022 and got allocated to project on 21 November 2022.

Whom should I talk to regarding the hike/bonus? And whats the process like??

Will be grateful if I get any inputs. Thanks all :)

I have heard very less flow of work in PWC AC’s. Does this mean recession impact has begun and they can start terminating employees on bench???

What is on job security for senior engineer in HTC global services if you are new joiner and on bench since 2 months ?

Any edutech test for the folks on bench in LTI? Any idea on what is that all about?
#new joiner#experienced#bench#ltimindree

Hello fishes, I am working at IBM as a Data Scientist and currently on bench. I will be resigning today as I have a better offer in hand right now. Wanted to know if I have to serve entire notice period of 90 days even when on bench or IBM gives early release ?

Hi All, I have an offer of Agile Program Manager from Sapient Global.
- Is this role equivalent to Project manager.
- I am hired for pool do they have sufficient projects for bench pool.
- Working hours
- Is job security a concern for this role
- What are chances of firing someone in probation
Kindly respond urgently

How is Xoriant pune for automation testers? Also how is job security in Xoriant as one of my knower is on bench since 3 months since joining. He is worried. Guys Please suggest.

22/8/22 check-in. What is everyone up to today?

Chest day for me. Just hit a new PR for my 1RM on bench!

I am a senior Angular Developer with 7+ yrs of exp. I got an offer from EPAM Anywhere(not EPAM) with base CTC as 6 LPA and base+project CTC as 26 LPA complete remote work.
FYI if I go on bench I'll be getting only 50000/- INR per month instead of my 216000/- INR pm with working on the project.
Just wanted to know how EPAM Anywhere as a company is? What are the chances of someone going on a bench? Is it a good choice to select EPAM Anywhere at this stage of my career?
Pls share your vie
Thanks.

Is there concept of bench in product companies

What is the job security for people on bench in HCS? I have joined HCS almost a month and a half and yet to be assigned to a project. I am worried if it would negatively affect my position in HCS. Kindly help with your answers.

What are the vacation policy and mat leave policy at McCann Health like?

best jewish deli in manhattan? thank you!!

Hello PDX Ad folk! Moving back to Portland after 6 yrs away doing the NYC LA circuit. I'm currently a freelance Strategy Director, are there shops in Portland hiring freelancers into the New Year? Landing in January so looking to get connected to the right agencies ahead of my move. Thanks all!
(Connections & Creative Strat)

So is being an in-charge sitting around doing stuff all day but still feeling like you got nothing done?

Looking into preowned watches under <$10k resale value...patek, vacheron, or rollie?

Hi fishes,

One of my friends is working in a start up as an accountant he has 2.5 years of experience is there any possibilities for him to get placed in MNC's ?

I’m so new to product marketing- was hired as a subject matter expert. I feel like I’m winging it like 85% of the time. Can anyone recommend resources or somewhere I can look to learn more and get up to speed?

Best books you read this year that aren’t about sales, marketing or prospecting?

@Bain folks (London office) - What is the salary for Associate Consultant (Experienced Hire) after the recent hike. Is it same as AC (Graduate hire)?

I have 2.5 years of experience.

Any recommendations to avoid feeling sleep towards the end of the work day? 3-5 PM I start doing the famous head bob if you know what I mean 🤣

If we apply for a Job through HCL Leap, Normally how long does it take for the team to get scheduled for the Interview.

HCL Guys - Pls do inform.

When discussing a first technical interview with a recruiter how much time do you ask them to give you for preparing for the interview?

Hi Fishes,

I am currently having an experience of 3 years. I want to get into Data Science field. Have been preparing with the concepts mostly through self study. Will I get a job without any experience in Data Science field

Hi! Excited we have a space finally :)

Fis mohali is now permanent wfh, they've closed it down

I just did my pre-licencing certification and passed my CA state exam for property and casualty. No I have no idea what to do or where to start my career as an insurance agent since I have no experience in the real world, just lots of knowledge. Please help!

Hi all,

My joining is on 20th December in TCS. I have yet not received the onboarding Welcome mail. By when is the onboarding mail usually shared? Can anyone who has joined recently confirm? TIA.

Project just wrapped (early) and now I’m on the bench between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Just exactly how screwed am I trying to find a new gig before Xmas? Same approach as normal? Any tips?

One of my cars on the insurance policy is in storage mode, I was told I can call and add comprehensive & collision coverage whenever I need to drive it. I need to drive it tomorrow but it says I have to wait 4-5 days. Anyone’s experienced this? Any solutions?

I tried asking this in my own bowl with no responses, so seeing if other consultants have run into this situation. I’m on parental leave, I got an offer for another firm, great opportunity and pay. How does one go about a resignation mid-leave when you would start the new job before the leave ends? Two weeks notice or just say I am not returning effective the day of the new job? Any things to consider besides potentially repaying the employer healthcare premium?

Told a friend of mine in tech I was considering moving to BCG. He asked me if I would have to move to Boston.

I followed up by asking what he thought the top consulting firms were. "I'd guess PwC and then McKinsey are the best. I've also heard of KPMG, Deloitte, and Bain, but I don't know much about them."

Just a reminder that outside our bubble no-one really cares about firm prestige etc.

Who the hell pulls out a cigar on descent and just holds it in their mouth??

WTF is up with getting scheduled for interviews and then getting an auto-reject email?

Everytime I ask (this happened like 6 times-multiple firms) it ends up being an error. Any insight into this HR?

Would you suggest writing a cover letter when applying to consulting roles? I know it's typically optional... but I'm guessing it's important to show you put in the effort? They just mostly seem like such a waste of time.

Some annoying dude I didn’t like in college just joined my firm & keeps trying to message me. Do I ignore or what lmao

Talk to me about burnout. I'm exhausted and unmotivated right now. What has helped you get back on track?

Does anyone have any book recommendations that have helped them become a better consultant ?

Relatively new in Big4 M&A advisory doing mostly integration work with some pre deal DD mixed in. I recently heard L.E.K. Consulting places well in MM PE but don't know much about them otherwise. Was interested if anyone had insight into whether a jump to their M&A or PE groups would be possible. In terms of background, I have an undergrad business degree from a T20 school and graduated a T14 law school as well.

Anyone have experience moving from B4 (manager) to MBB. Are lateral moves common or more likely to be brought in a level down?
Did you experience a major change in WLB?

TFW the 30 middle school kids at your gate start boarding a different flight. 😀

No matter how sour or great your work tenure was, when you are close to your end date and handing over your badge etc on your last working day you feel extremely sad. EY is a great company (contd)

Anyone have any recs for self help books? Looking for more relatable topics to myself I guess?

Left a career in banking for consulting. Ended up working on M&A post merger/Documentation as I’ve experience in the field. Life is funny.

What’s better - Being a skilled public speaker/conversationalist with clients or being the expert in particular field?

Anyone have any recommendations for personal trainers in Houston? On maternity leave and looking to get back in shape.

Question from a newbie consultant - What are some good online courses/ books to improve consulting skills?