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How would you budget a salary of $180-200k in Chicago? Moving back downtown so maybe renting. Don’t think a car would be needed given city transport.

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Anyone hiring in digital /marketing transformation? - CPG? I’m worth a $20K referral 👩🏻‍💼

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For consulting 🐠 is it me or does it feel like you’re cramming 5 days worth of work in 4 when you eventually get to take one Friday off?

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For the homeowners in here, what kind of property tax are you paying?

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Has anyone considered getting out of consulting for something else? What would the something else be?

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New-ish to Chicago (been here 2 years) and starting to wonder if we always get as many rainy/gloomy/non-sunny days in winter as we have recently.

I don’t have a ton of family/friends here and can move … more

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Any recommendations for best Chicago business news subcription? Currently between Crain's Chicago and the Chicago Business Journal.

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Anyone worked in macro consulting before? I've heard it's a nightmare.

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Is the networking feature on FB useful? I thought the whole point of FB was anonymous conversations.

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What’s your favorite spa place in or near Chicago? It’s been a rough quarter and I want to treat myself to a nice, relaxing day. Thank you!

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What's your average commute like if you work hybrid or onsite?

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What are you looking forward to this summer in Chicago?

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I’m going through a medical situation that makes travel impossible (2-3X tests at the clinic, weekly doctor appointments, etc.). I don’t feel comfortable communicating with my engagement team. But I a… more

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Thoughts on CIL Management Consultants? Had a recruiter reach out about them but don’t know much.

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What’s the most impressive/interesting piece of Chicago architecture in your opinion?

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For city 🐠 that take the Metra to get to clients in the suburbs, what are your reviews?

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Who’s keeping me company working this weekend? 🙌

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Any dermatologist recs at Northwestern ?

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Have you ever told a white lie to avoid creating more work for yourself?

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Any recommendations for shared workspaces on a monthly basis in the Chicago area?

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Need an appropriate gift idea for a client. Any suggestions?

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Any recommendations for networking with other business/finance professionals specifically with sports being the mutually shared interest? I’m unfortunately not a golfer but was wondering what racquet … more

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Has anyone had luck lowering their rent? How did you go about it?

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If you didn't live in Chicago, where would you choose to live?

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If you lease a house around Chicagoland, does the landlord or tenant usually pay for water/sewage/garbage? I know it’s billed under the landlord’s name, but what’s the most common practice?

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What's your opinion on "conscious capitalism?"

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If you could change one thing about Chicago, what would it be?

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Risk Consultant from EY looking for an exit. Been working at EY for almost 2 years, there has been little to no work life balance during my last 6-7 months here. If anyone is willing to refer me pleas… more

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From the 🐠s’ experience here, if I’m primarily interested in media or tech, will Chicago be a good market for me to be in, long term? Open to moving — suggestions to other cities are welcome.

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For users of the MetLife legal plan, what law firm in Chicago did you use for buying a home?

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Is it weird if I dine in a high-end steakhouse just by myself?

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Probably not the most appropriate bowl but I’ll ask anyway. Any good recommendations for OBGYNs in the Wicker Park/Bucktown area?

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Lately I feel like consulting doesn’t really get you the big bucks. Reminder to self for next time someone says I’m in the 1% 😅

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Seems like many of us are wanting to exit consulting but either can't for various reasons or don't know where to go from here. Does anyone know prior consultants who have transitioned into ano… more

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How are folks using AI tools in day to day consulting? Looking for creative inspiration.

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Anyone working hybrid for KPMG? How many in-office days are required for your position?

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I don’t think I can go back to pre-COVID travel routines anymore. WFH has allowed a nice WLB. Is it time to quit consulting?

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How do you gauge a firm's work culture during job interviews?

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Need some advice: my rent was recently raised by nearly 40% and I'm in a great spot financially to buy plus my job is secure (for now) and I have good credit. I know the market isn't ideal but… more

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