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What are the ideal options out of the PM roles and what kind of profile is required for the same considering I've started my career being a PM only?

Is an MBA required for these roles?

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How important is it to get an MBA for an overall network and growth perspective?
I have an experience of 3 years at a series A startup, I now feel my growth flatlining.
Would it be better if I go for an MBA or if I go to a different startup?

MBA for startups/jobs

I work in a slowing industry (Ed-Tech!) in a generalist role (Project Management!) for half a decade now! You'd think I would be better positioned to deal with life! Heck, NO! 

This crippling feeling of insecurity or job loss always puts an extra stress on day to day life. I couldn't take any risks in terms of a house or a car or a big EMI purchase in life! 

What if I get laid off? Will this generalist role help in landing anything next? Do I need an MBA for that? Switching to any specialized roles will take extensive preparation with time being in short supply with family and kids! 

Seem to have been strangled in the startup world. Any cure for this?

P.S : Sometimes thinking : Mommy sahi bolti thi. Govt job le leni chahiye thi. :D

How to get rid of layoff fear and feel secure?

Project Manager

Hi All,

I have 8.5 years of experience. iit + iim (recent 1 year mba ). initially I worked at analytics KPOs , then I worked on my own startup. post that I worked with a b2c startup as a program manager . Worked in growth, analytics , cross functional etc etc 

Then post mba , I am again working at a startup managing a team of business analysts. 

I feel like my career is not really going anywhere. I have become a "generalist" suitable for early stage startups but I do not want to work at startups any more. 

what do I do ? How do I move into bigger companies for better stability OR find a stable suitable startup where I can become a VP (but then a VP of what ? )

Career advice

Program Manager

MBA grads(3+ years of exp) who are yet to find their role/vertical/industry... What is your plan? When should one develop the 'expertise'?

Generalists to specialists

Strategy & Operations

Hi all, 

Need help - 4.5+ years of experience with a generalist background. (Tier 1 MBA, Engg from non-known college)

Could you please share which companies are hiring for Business/finance roles?

Thank you so much 🙏

Which companies are hiring for generalist/business roles?

Corporate Strategist

Which job should one pursue and valued by B schools 
Like for 2-3 years before MBA
Consulting(not MBB)
Venture capital(small firms)
Program manager in startup
Business development 

Any other job you know

Best job to get before MBA

I've been in startups for the last 8 years. From Series B/C onwards to even a unicorn, over time worked at 3. 
One of them was an outright scam, raised many millions of $s from top investors, and then ultimately died. 
Also close with CXOs at decent sized startups, and there is a pattern out there. 

A few thoughts:
1. Being a startup founder is tough. There's pain. Some people thrive in pain. AKA Masochists. Know how to spot a founder who works 15 hours a day because they love their vision vs. somebody who works 15 hours a day because they're masochists. These people thrive in pain, and hence love to see you miserable as you slog away the hours under their leadership. 

There is absolutely no vision for the future that they have. They do it for the fame, money, and cause a lot of pain in the process. Nothing good comes out of it. Investors love this breed.
   
2. I wish I'd done more than just leave the scammy startup. At the point, I decided against whistleblowing. Because I thought there's so many people employed here, they would all be impacted. Over time, 200-300 people more joined after I left. Once the scam was caught, all of them lost their jobs.
   
3. I'm not a coder. I'm a generalist. Over time, my pay grew but not in line with my peers who went into consulting/VC and then came back to big tech/startups. Over time, you disadvantage yourself if you stick around as a generalist in startups for too long. The next team pays you at some premium over the last one, there's no step jump. 
You need to somehow find a successful startup early, and genuinely, that is impossible to game - even VCs have to bet on 20 to get it right.

These are a few disjointed thoughts. I hope they give some insight.
My only takeaways:
- If you work at a scammy startup, don't stand it. At least, don't stick around. 
- I earn lesser than my peers (tier 1 undergrad), but I regret nothing. I love my work, and I'll never get over the kick. I cannot imagine working at a larger company ever again.
- Ultimately, you have to be optimistic. Believe that India will grow, good founders will come around, magic will happen ❤️

PSA: What 8 years in startups have taught me

A startup with experienced folks and a well defined set of roles and responsibilities >>> one where we're all "a family"

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Hola 👋 fellow grapeviners, so in short, I currently work in an early stage startup and I really love the work. Recently, I have a dilemma that should I stay in the startup ecosystem or to go to big tech giants. Obviously 🙄, In mncs the work won’t be rewarded as much as the startups, but i will get good money and wlb. Can anyone show some insight to me?

which path? Startup or MNC?

Hi folks, I’m a Sr. PM at a good startup currently getting 40 LPA. My total experience is 6 years (2 years PM). One of the CXOs suggested to me (over a casual conversation) to consider doing an MBA from ISB or Ivy League colleges if I can afford a career break. 

I know that post-MBA might not see a huge jump in CTC but from a long-term perspective do you think it would be worth it? Will it open more avenues for growth?

Should I go for an MBA?

I have 2 years of experience mainly in Social Impact- has worked with names like CRY, Special Olympics, HUL, UNICEF, P-TAL, Give etc. Have a undergrad in Sociology and a PGDM - my strengths are market research, content, fundraising and strategic alliances. 

Looking now to completely pivot into core Corporate. 

I am even ready to do a 6-months intensive internship & based on my performance can be converted into a full-time role. 

Open to relocate as well for remote positions. And don't fret, my CTC ask is within 10-12 LPA - I will like to be very transparent with my expectations.

Any openings for Generalist roles?

hi everyone i am soft engg currently having 1.5 exp earning around (20 -25) as fixed comp .

 I hv started to feel my current job monotonous and boring even though i am working at a good org and have lots of new work to do in tech but it doesnt excite me anymore as it was doing earlier . i hv recently started looking in startup building journies and prospects of mba and i do know that consultants life is hectic but i am willing to do that  as i am still in 20s . 

Can you guy please suggest your thoughts about it ? or if u hv any experience in it or if you were also in the same boat but decide to continue in dev if yes why ?

looking to shift career in mba ( consulting )

Hello guys 
I am a fresher MBA batch 24 looking for a referral in an startup company where I can polish my skills on  business analytics, product development or in operation management .

Please help me and 
also suggest is it good idea or not

Want to start 1st job from startup company and I need your support 🙏

People, who gone through the journey of GMAT, tier-1 MBA college India or US, how do you assess whether or not to join a early stage startup right after college, does it affect chances of getting in? keeping in mind I don't come from engineering background or tier-1 college.

Also, where did you study for GMAT? I gave it once after prepping for a year to score around 650. Any recommendations?

GMAT&MBA query

Intern

I have 76% in 10th, 81 in 12th, and 70 in UG 

Having said that I am currently working on building strong profile so it shall compensate on my academic score.

And also I'm new joinee in a company planning to get into mba after 2yr. 

Any experienced professionals advice would.  truly be appreciated.

Ps. If not consulting please do mention what is strong profile contains to stand out from the croud in MBA admissions & placements.

What should be the ideal strong profile contain for getting to MBB.

B2B e-commerce small company Delhi based or MNC consulting like Accenture, capgemini, IBM, sapient .
Pls suggest.

Hi everyone ,which should I join?

Technical Lead

I have been working in a small bootstrap startup ( 50 employees). The company is profitable and have great culture and ethics ( best out of the 4 companies I have worked for). 

I am expecting a decent salary hike (30%), career and learning growth. Should I look for a larger organisation or make up my mind for a long term career in my current organisation.

P.S. I have 3 years of post- MBA experience and I have done Btech and MBA from premium institutes. 2 years of PM experience.

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