Zoom vs Webex

With Slack and Skype at everyone’s disposal, I tend to find myself getting bombarded with questions even if I’m in a meeting or have my status as Busy. How do y'all deal with this?

I hit my juul without thinking on a zoom conference during a 2 hour meeting. Nobody said anything but I definitely got some weird looks. Is this going to bite me in the ass? Should I apologize or just not say anything?

Does anyone else feel like this has been a “lost” year for career growth due to layoffs, furloughs, hiring/promotion freezes, the difficulties of all remote work, etc? Or is it just me...

What do you wear WFH?

Do MBB firms allow work from home on Fridays?

Hi, I have a Supply Chain AI unicorn client, looking to hire SCM folks in Delivery, Sales and Alliances, please contact me if anyone is interested. These are all Remote opportunities. Great company to work with, amazing funding and backing, already working with some very big names in Retail, CPG etc. PM me! Thanks

Anyone available to hop on zoom to help me with a Figma animation problem

I am trying to start wearing real clothes to work from home. Even jeans. Anything except stretchy pants. Figured it would help me not eat so much. Now I just feel like a stuffed sausage.

Parents with kids who have ADHD, how are you keeping your kids occupied? I'm wfh with my stepson at home and distance learning is not enough. He's 11 and has only lived with my husband and me (cont'd)

How do you tell someone to stop messaging people on slack during the weekend? They go as far as tagging people and selecting "notify anyway" when DND / snooze is on.

I had my first ever deposition today, and it was via zoom. I wore a suit jacket and blouse, while all the other participants (all male) were in polos, collared sweatshirts, or button ups (no ties, no jackets). What is the normal attire for a deposition, zoom or otherwise? Did I overdress? Can I just wear a blouse and cardigan the next time around?

What are the best office chairs for your home office? Looks like we’re going to be here a while...

Any solutions for playing a video on a Skype meeting? Audio/visuals never work properly and I’ve only seen people ping out the link and have people watch independently.

Best WFH desk to purchase? With the WFH grind looking permanent for the foreseeable future, I think it’s time to (somewhat) splurge on a nice desk for my office. Right now My setup is a laptop, and two 32 inch monitors. I don’t absolutely need standing desk capabilities, as I have adjustable platforms for my computer and monitors, but a nice hybrid desk would still be convenient. Any recommendations from my fellow accountants?

I caved and bought an Aroma Diffuser from Muji and honestly one of the best purchases I made for my home office. Some of these scents put me at ease when it’s a tough day

Anyone tried working remotely from a really remote location? i.e. a short term lease somewhere way off the map. How did it go? Hawaii is tempting me.

Most anxiety inducing sound ? I’ll start-Slack ping

Anybody regret taking a salary cut to go to industry? What % was the cut and why yes or no?

Hi guys! Question - does KPMG do case study interviews? I am prepping for my interviews for the transformation delivery senior associate position and want to know if I need to prep for case studies. Thanks!

What are MBB acceptance rates you guys have seen at 1) H/S/W and 2) the rest of M7?

BCG 🐟, do you know if it is possible to submit referral for "bridge to bcg"?

Newbie: I start training nxt week and I am given $50 per diem for dinner. I was told to buy dinner with my personal card. If I do that, do I get to pocket $50 or is it deducted based on dinner?

If you get laid off. How open are you about that in future meetings and interviews?

Thoughts on Prosci or SHRM-SCP certification? Which would be considered more valuable or highly regarded? Currently focused on Change Management but have a HR background (industry experience / area of study in college).

The Pitchbook League Tables list KPMG as a top Ibank in multiple geographies. Only one of Big 4. Is KPMG brokering and underwriting deals?

Should I pull the trigger and apply to another job. I’ve been at big 4 for a little over a year now and I don’t see myself staying until manager, possibly not even senior. I never was super ecstatic about the job, but it has gotten worse since WFH began. Another job opportunity appeared closer to my home with the potential of a $10K+ pay increase.

I’m optimistic about the vaccines and I think my agency is going to start telling people to come back to the office. Leadership is excited to be face to face again. I’m very senior but not quite agency leadership. I run the account that’s doing agency’s best creative. How do I tell them I want to continue WFH full time?

Has anyone successfully negotiated for a better maternity leave package than what your company currently offers?

Deloitte moms-suggestions for baby related ways to use the well-being subsidy (NOT a jogging stroller)? I already use part of it for monthly massages...

Recommendation between the palace and st. Regis in sf?

What is the best credit card in Canada for travelling? TD Aeroplan? Does Chase Saphire still work here?

What do you wish you knew when you were asking for your first raise? I’m well over half a year from that conversation but it’s on my mind. Me and my partner have sold a good deal of work but is that enough? Because there are times when I know I could have given more to a project, but I choose my mental health instead. This is so toxic but I feel like I’m not pulling enough all-nighters to earn a raise—like it’s some unspoken rule that my whole team is thinking but not voicing.

How are your agencies helping to build culture during Covid? Are we past zoom happy hours?

Any recommendations on how to get promoted from a Consultant to a Manager? I don’t want to wait 2-3 years, I’m self driven and want to know what they look for when considering for promotion.

Is anyone freaking out about the new H1B rules?

Thoughts on returning to a prior firm? Bad idea? Or ok under the right circumstances? My main reasons for leaving were better salary and to live closer to family. I work quite a bit more now so I don’t see my family that often, and am always working when I do go visit. Also, interestingly, I received a significant raise at my last firm about a week before I gave notice. So they *were* willing to pay me more; it just happened too late.

Any tips/advice on Strategy Interviews? Best Case Preparation Material? Case Tips? I only have 1 week to prepare...😭