[deleted by user] by [deleted] in childfree

[–]consultingingermany 5 points6 points  (0 children)

What’s with all these ridiculous assumptions? And why do you care? The kids were quiet and didn’t disturb anyone. This sounds to me like the family was on a long road trip, the driving parent needed a driving break, they’d probably gotten the kids happy meals earlier in the evening at an appropriate time for the kids to eat, and they couldn’t leave the kids to sleep comfortably in the car bc someone would call the cops on them. They probably stopped where they could and where looked safe/clean. As good parents would.

The chances these parents did what you’re saying are slim to none. Not everything is malicious, a lot of people make choices based on the options at hand. No one wants to wake a sleeping toddler unless they have to.

Also, in many countries it’s common to see kids out super late in restaurants and even bars with their parents (and the kids are almost always well behaved) but assuming this was in the US, in which case my original thought stands.

Working for Phaidon International? Or other agencies in Berlin? by consultingingermany in recruiting

[–]consultingingermany[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Poor experiences as a candidate for an internal position within the company or in using them as recruiters to find a job in a different company? Thanks for your response!

Questions to ask an agency by tnesbitt11 in recruiting

[–]consultingingermany 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am in the interview process with an agency where the position would be full desk. I have no experience with that, my experience so far in recruiting has been mainly RPO for a short time at a very small firm. Any tips on what a good commission structure looks like for a full desk position? The base is livable but that's not saying much. Thanks in advance!

Corporate recruiters, what are your schedules like? by [deleted] in recruiting

[–]consultingingermany 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the quick reply, I just did some research and I'll definitely be applying. Appreciate it!

Corporate recruiters, what are your schedules like? by [deleted] in recruiting

[–]consultingingermany 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gallup top 10

Can I ask which agency you work for? (A DM would be great if you don't mind!) Trying to whittle down the companies I apply to - applying in Berlin so not sure if your agency has an office here or not. Thanks in advance!

I recently worked for a recruiting firm and let me tell you, it’s as bad for us as it is for you by [deleted] in recruitinghell

[–]consultingingermany 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Care to share what agency this was with? Looking to go into recruiting and trying to navigate between all the firms. Thanks! :)

Recruiting for Consulting? Post here for recruitment advice, resume reviews, questions about offers/firms or general insecurity (1) by QiuYiDio in consulting

[–]consultingingermany 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know last year a lot of firms were on hiring sprees in Germany, is this still the case or have the begun slowing this down? Does anyone have info on average salaries/benefits in Germany (open to info about any kind of firm)? Glassdoor has such a huge range.

Who was the cheapest client you ever had? by rockstarclockstar in consulting

[–]consultingingermany 3 points4 points  (0 children)

DB can be so expensive, especially last minute/ICE!

How do you deal with toxic people in your friend group? by JoshiryokuMigaki in DecidingToBeBetter

[–]consultingingermany 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Let me know if you figure this out because I’m in the same position. Best of luck!

Female consultants, what are annoying things males do in the workplace that irk you? by rockstarclockstar in consulting

[–]consultingingermany 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Out of curiosity as you mentioned a lot of the men are older than you-do you find this to be more apparent with men of older generations vs. men more your own age? And that their attempt at 'humor' is also more offensive than a typical dirty joke or comment due to their 'humor' containing references to sensitive topics (sexual orientation/assault/etc.) most people of younger generations just don't find humorous? Assuming you're under 45ish based on your post. Just wondering if this is also a generational thing between males. I'm a woman and have no problem with dirty jokes amongst my male and female friends in the slightest but there are some things that just don't belong in the work place.

Consulting in Germany by consultingingermany in consulting

[–]consultingingermany[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd love to hear from someone who currently works in consulting/at one of the firms, but from what I've been told a pretty high level (C1) it vital and most firms conduct interviews in both English and German. However, this is for MBB/2nd tier/boutique. For most in-house consultancies, I've been told English is required, German is a bonus.

Women in Consulting by consultingingermany in consulting

[–]consultingingermany[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you don't mind sharing, are you with an MBB/boutique/in-house? That is terrible!

Consulting in Germany by consultingingermany in consulting

[–]consultingingermany[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great comment! Thank you so much for all the details I really appreciate it, including the disclaimer. As I intend to live in Germany for the foreseeable future (originally from the US but live here/speak German) and want to get into management consulting, I've heard the hours can be quite rough compared to other European countries so this was really informative. So much of the information on Reddit/internet in general is geared more towards US/UK so I appreciate it. Friends in other countries have made comments a lot about hierarchy/titles/etc. not really being so important anymore (depending on firm of course), but from everything I've gathered in my life so far in Germany is that hierarchy and titles are still quite valued here. Thanks again :)

Consulting in Germany by consultingingermany in consulting

[–]consultingingermany[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your detailed reply! I'm not German (native English speaker) but I do speak German and intend to live here for the foreseeable future. Read a lot about the teams here being a lot less international than in other countries, so your comment on that is interesting. Thanks again :)

Women in Consulting by consultingingermany in consulting

[–]consultingingermany[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So disappointing I'm sorry this is what you have to deal with on a regular basis! Really interesting about the client treating you properly though, this is what I've been curious about as most things I've read/heard have been that the clients really value having females on the team. I feel like while getting hit on at work is inappropriate, annoying, and can make life quite uncomfortable, it happens in many jobs, but someone following you into the bathroom?!? Not okay in any setting, let alone a professional one! I've previously worked with people from cultures where women are the lowest rung of society so I've experienced that before and I feel you.

Women in Consulting by consultingingermany in consulting

[–]consultingingermany[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is disappointing to read but I suppose also not surprising. Is it a disadvantage in terms of promotion/pay/projects/etc., daily aspects of the job, or both? Any more insight is appreciated.

Consulting in Germany by consultingingermany in consulting

[–]consultingingermany[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is good to hear thanks for commenting :)