BDO Discussions

Do we get a severance package for getting laid off due to chargeability? If so, how much?

Had a final interview last Friday, what are my chances to hear back on this holiday week?

Major layoffs happening at Deloitte advisory..focussed on SMs but lots of Ms and SCs being let go too..do you know someone who was let go recently ?

Hi all, I worked as embedded software engineer for 4yrs... now currently not working as I have take care of my 2yr old baby. i am planning to start working. can you suggest how I should prepare for job hunt in the same field.. should I study any specific to get noticed as I have 3 Yr career gap

Hello! I'm wondering if somebody here is looking for bilingual (english-spanish) HR staff (HRBP, Talent Development, etc) remote in the US?

AP called it for Jones in Alabama

Anyone in HR in the Cannabis industry? If so, what are your biggest challenges as a manufacturer and/or the industry?

I am thinking of moving into transaction advisory after busy season. What are pros and cons of doing at my b4 firm vs. going to a mid tier? Would stay in NYC

Looking to advance my career but most places ask if you have full Sales cycle/ closing. How do I gain this experience if current role won’t offer it and new roles require it?

Any insight on Sheppard Mullin’s SF office, specifically L&E? Are they full remote moving forward?

Why is it so wrong to talk about pay at work? I never understood it…how am I supposed to know I’m making what I should be making in my field?

Has anyone encountered ageism? How have you dealt with it? I am finding it a real barrier to a new job

Went from an ultrasound tech to a clinical applications specialist. I’ve never had a traveling job and am used to having an always full schedule of patients every day. Anyone in the clinical applications field with some tips and typical salaries?

We allow people to dress up for Halloween in our office, but after some interesting costume choices last year, our boss put me in charge of pre-approving everyone’s costume. I swear some of these people are trolling me with the ideas they are bringing in.

Did you have to upgrade your home network when you started WFH or any other at home office expenses like that? I ended up buying a ton of equipment and getting a standing desk etc. Don't think I'm going to be reimbursed, and I don't think that's fair as things like internet were critical to job function. Anyone else?

Saw a media bias chart someone shared on news agencies being spread across the political spectrum. Can you please share that again here?

If you could choose any celebrity to do an escape room with who would it be?

Hi all! I’m wondering what your thoughts are on HR texting with employees (especially if you support 100+). To me, texting with employees is problematic because it is so easy to misconstrue a text, there’s no set start/end to a “conversation”, and it disrupts boundaries. I’m in a hotel with 545 (I should add we have a often volatile Union environment so ee’s “hang on” to words and are always looking for managers to make mistakes). It’s just my Director and I running HR (Continued in comments)

I’m taking the SHRM-CP exam today and I’m pretty nervous. I’ve been studying for three months but somehow it still feels like it wasn’t enough. Any words of encouragement?

What kind of dietary resources do you point your patients do when discussing nutritional changes to your patients for their annual exams?

What’s the best way to share unpleasant feedback? I’ve seen many people be direct and rude, sandwich negative feedback, and transparent but polite.

I’ve worked with managers who share negative feedback in a friendly, non-degrading way in the past, but lately, I see more blunt and harsh - is this an industry norm? Was I just lucky a few times?

Hi Account friends! It’s the start of a new year and I was hoping you all could share any book / newsletter / blog / course recommendations that help keep you up to snuff. Feeling a bit stale and like the last year has been a tactical grind. I want to brush up on modern thinking for our industry - the latest and greatest marketing books, strategy perspectives, creative self help, etc. to feel more alive as we start 2022.

Comment your favs and THANK YOU in advance!

Ladies, I have stopped my bc pill this month onwards. Was fed up of insane migraines before periods. Any advice on what I should prepare and brace myself for?