BDO Discussions

Who is the richest person you know in real life (e.g. have worked with, gone to school with, or grew up with), and what is the source of their wealth?

So who has the record for getting to airport X minutes before take off and still making the flight? I just set a personal best at 19 minutes before take off.

I’m having the hardest time finding a new job. I have 12 years of HR experience, a masters in HR, SHRM certification, and all I keep getting are rejection emails. I’ve never experienced this difficult of a time searching for new opportunities. Is this normal once you hit a certain level in your career or is it just me?

What is MCQ Test in Nagarro. Completed aptitude test before..does those contain. Topics based on profile we applied for?

How are things at Zenith these days? Recruiters have been reaching out to me frequently regarding roles there - that can either be a good or a very bad sign.

Any insight on CAIA? Difficulty and whether it impacts salary?

staying in tonight. Favorite movie tv show related to advertising that is NOT madmen

For a top Producer of 3 years, is it appropriate to now ask for a raise in my base pay? Base was 42,500 when I started, but now inflation + 2 children later the base pay barely gets me by. Any thoughts are greatly appreciated!

Has any one went from reinsurance back to insurance? The money is great and all but the W/L balance isn’t. Has anyone else felt the same?

Anybody work for liberty mutual remotely in a non-phone position in claims? I’m in CL claims intake but i hate phones going to stick around until i Can get away from the phones!

The argument that climate change is not man-made has been disproven by science over and over again, yet many people believe that the global crisis is either not real, not of our making, or both, in part because the news media deliberately chooses not to talk about it because it doesn't sell enough.

"Don't Look Up" is as real as it can be.

I've been building a side project with my friend, but they're not putting in as much effort as I am. We've been friends since we entered college together, but it's starting to become too much. Should I talk to them about it?

Does working in FAANG really open up that many opportunities?

What kind of laptop does Apple provide to employees? Does it have to be Mac?

Done with PA. Resigning tomorrow after 10 years with BDO.

Today I was thinking about different sales experiences I’ve had–both as the buyer & the salesman. What was the best and/or worst sales experience you’ve ever had as a customer?

Do you Expense Golf tournament entries for Industry events that have a golf tournament, or do you pay for that out of your own pocket? Is there a difference whether the golfing is with Vendors, or Customers?

Anyone have any experience consulting? I have a long term gig and wanted to know how I should charge for my consulting services?
The company said that they would send me an offer on Monday and I wanted to see what is a reasonable expectation for hourly pay?

Has it become common practice for leaders of a team to make less salary than their direct reports?

Im so glad I found this bowl! Does anyone want to share what they are reading at the moment?

Hi there, can any provide the pay ranges for say L9, L10 etc at TD? Thanks!

How is PWC SDC external audit practice? I am Chartered Accountant with 2.5 YOE. Currently working with EY GDS as Senior and have offer letter from PWC SDC of 17.75 and offering Senior Associate 2. Any folks here from PWC SDC who can help me to decide please.

Wonder if anyone can offer advice on which cert to pursue next? I obtained my CompTIA Security+ last year and wondering if I should go for the CySA+ or Pentest+ next. I also have my AWS CCP and will be sitting for the Solutions Architect soon as well. Currently not doing security stuff at work but would love to keep my skills going. I was hoping one of these next certs will help me finally break into a security role and love the idea of pentesting but not sure if the CySA+ is more beneficial.

The turkeys nest is where you find inspiration

Thoughts on 36mm Rolex datejust? Too small? M

Saw a previous post mentioning chemical peels and lasers for treatment of acne scars. Does anyone have any recommendations for specific treatments?

Hi Sharks,

I am looking for a change, currently working BA in financial services domain having 6+ yoe. Let me know if any opportunities are there in tiaa

My CSR is up for renewal in July, currently the fee is $550. I have ~140K points including the sign up bonus from joining last year. I don't have any other cards yet. How should I handle this? (contd)

What alt coins do you suggest I split $200 in?

Any Sales Leaders doing any of the following with their sales teams?

- Entering a new market.
- Entering an old market with a new product.
- Trying to focus sales efforts onto one objective.

I’m putting together a beta program that was successful for my current company and I want to see if it will help other leaders.

Let me know if this interests you below. Thanks!

Hi folks,
I have recently joined capgemini.
Is it worth opting for bus pass if we're working in hybrid mode? Bcoz i think any way if we opt for, the company will deduct whole month specific amount under conveyance allowance.

I need a magic spell to make employers stop asking community managers to design, manage ads and create strategies. As you read, a CM is in charge of your COMMUNITY. They're should not be doing the work of 4 people.

Will Cognizant offer 35 lpa for 11 years exp. And senior manager role?

How do I politely decline that I’m not okay to make out in the first date or when the guy calls me over to his place after we meet/eat/drink? I want to take things slowly & know the person before getting physical. Not everyone might like this but that’s what I am & this whole thing appears off-putting.