I'm fairly new to Indy and honestly getting tired of the online application cycle, apply, wait, get an auto rejection (if anything at all). So I'm about to try a more direct approach: walking into local businesses with my resume instead of just applying online.

I have a background in supply chain and process improvement (working toward my Six Sigma Green Belt certification), and I'm looking for manufacturing, food service, logistics, or service based companies in the Indy area, especially small to mid size ones still open to walk-ins or hands-on hiring rather than everything going through an online portal.

Since I'm still learning the area, if anyone knows of companies like that, or has advice before I start, I'd really appreciate it. And if any owners or managers here happen to be looking for someone with an analyst or process improvement background, feel free to reach out too.

Thanks in advance, this community has been a great resource.

Taking my exam this Monday and want to be as prepared as possible. Would appreciate any insight from people who took it recently.

Proctoring setup:

• Can I use an external monitor with a built-in webcam (MacBook lid closed, connected to monitor)?

• OK to use wireless keyboard and mouse?

• What does the room scan (360°) and desk clearing actually involve? And how strict it is?

• Does Proctor flag "eyes off screen" too aggressively during calculator/notebook flipping?

• Do they check handwritten notes briefly, or go page by page?

Open book materials:

• Planning to use: Quality Gurus Summary Sheets (exam-designed handbook), my own written notes (2 notebooks), and a non-programmable scientific calculator

• Any tips on organizing materials for quick lookup during the exam?

• Best open-book strategies you used?

Content focus:

• I'm weaker in stats and calculations. For those who took it recently, which topics showed up the most (control charts, Cp/Cpk, DPMO, probability, hypothesis testing, etc.)?

• Was it more calculation-heavy or concept/definition-heavy?

Time management:

• How did you pace yourself across the exam?

Answer style:

• Are the answer choices intentionally similar/tricky, or usually clearly distinct?

• Any common traps to watch for?

Any other advice for a first-time taker is welcome. Thanks in advance!

Hello everyone! Sitting for my ASQ CSSGB exam on June 30 (remote/online proctored) and could really use some community wisdom before exam day.

WHAT I'M USING TO PREP:

Quality Gurus CSSGB lectures on Udemy, Claude AI for concept reinforcement, and the ASQ Body of Knowledge as my study backbone. Unfortunately I can't afford the official ASQ Study Guide or Question Bank right now, so I'm working with what I've got.

MY WEAK SPOTS:

Stats and math are rough for me. These are the areas where I tend to lose marks. Any tips for these specifically would mean a lot.

QUESTIONS I HAVE FOR YOU ALL:

1. Exam format & difficulty — What's the question style like? Mostly application-based or more conceptual? Any surprise topics?

2. Concept areas to prioritize — Which BoK sections show up most? What should I be spending the most time on?

3. Remote proctoring — What's the check-in process like? Any gotchas with the setup or environment?

4. Stats & math help — Any tricks, shortcuts, or free resources that helped you nail the quantitative sections?

5. Exam day tips — Time management, question strategy, things you wish you'd known?

SEARCHING FOR AFFORDABLE RESOURCES:

I've searched online, Walmart, and marketplace listings for the 2022 BoK-updated Study Guide or Question Banks but haven't been able to track any down at a reasonable price.

If anyone has leads on affordable or free practice question banks, PDF resources, or mock exams aligned to the current BoK — I'd be incredibly grateful. Even a used copy or a shared community resource list would help!

Thanks so much in advance. This community has been awesome and I'm hoping to pay it forward once I pass.