BKD Discussions

Looking at all the PwC posts.. am guessing there was some announcement about layoffs internally or is it just talk?

How much ebb and flow in work is normal? Mid-size firm, civil lit. Some weeks are 40+ hours billed, but others are around 20. When should you start worrying?

I was going to transfer my 401k from fidelity to Schwab until the guy on the phone at Fidelity mentioned about their zero fee and expenses mutual funds. My plan is to stay in the 500 index fund

Has anyone on here or know of anyone who left law for a different career? Happier? Full of regret?

I was indirectly accused of fabricating a document. The exact words are "we cannot confirm the accuracy of this document as the letter was returned undeliverable"

I received the document from the author via email and have all the proof. In my brief should I just submit the email and leave it alone. Or should I spend more time hammering them on it?

Hello all!!! Anyone working at MediTech that can provide a referral?? Thank you in advance.

Good morning! Are there any companies that will provide training for certification for wfh nurses? Example: hedis, oasis, coding or case manager.

Does anyone have examples of a 10-hr shift schedule? My department wants to switch from 8- to 10-hr shifts

I am looking for a good remote telehealth job. I do not need full time hours or benefits. It can be 10-20 hours a week. Not psych. I have experience in all areas including telemedicine.

Full Focus
How many of you work with at least 90% focus 12 hours daily like you do for finals back in undergrad?

The SMs and Partners I've worked with appear to be fully invested in work all day. Do you increase your stamina to give 100% the higher up you go to CxO levels or MBB/FAANG, and people do not progress in career because of slacking?

Are big “sweatshop” agencies worth it early on? Like 72 or droga?

Does anyone know … is there a WPP private bowl on here or no? TY!

Female fam, need to gift my consultant wife a good hosiery box that she can use while traveling. Any particular brand you guys recommend ?

Just accepted a job at big 4, I have 1 YOE experience as a data scientist, plan is to stay for 2 years then go to MBB or masters…thoughts?

Any other work fanatics? Being a work fanatic myself, I observed two outcomes:
1) coworkers feel threatened;
2) managers reap the benefits of having a fanatic worker but refuse to reward the loser.

Suggestions for checked luggage? Don't want to spend tumi money but I want it to be nice. Any styles of B&R people like a lot?

Anyone have any book recommendations? Ideally ones that have helped you throughout your career

I really wish this old white men who have no C level minorities in their companys’ and maybe a token POC at the EVP level stop telling me they ‘understand’. If that were true, we wouldn’t be where we are

Anyword on whether ny courts will be limiting jury trials? Nj has already issued an order.

Anyone here has the SASB Fundamentals of Sustainability Accounting (FSA) credential? Curious how was the process and if it’s helped you in your career?

Our agency had two founders. They just split because one sexually harassed an employee, but the good partner somehow lost the lawsuit and now we’re stuck working for the asshole. Do we have leverage?

I sometimes struggle with staying on top of emails - the amount of emails I get is very high and I can let one or two slip by I responded to. How do you manage your inbox? Is this problem normal?

I hate billing. I love working defense, but just cannot stand billing. I am thinking of switching sides and working for a plaintiff’s firm. What are the positives and negatives of working on the plaintiff’s side. Also, I’m 2 years into practicing, if that makes a difference for any of the cons.

How do growth equity funds typically source deals?

How do some agencies take all the awards yearly while others get severely shafted?

Every week my interview gets rescheduled with Accenture and then I receive cancellation email on the day of interview . This is happening since a month now , will they ever conduct this interview or should I stop hoping ?

How is DevOps role in MAANG or other big companies?
What do they ask you while hiring? (For example, in development roles they ask DSA)

Looking for referrals for Hyderabad location, domain wlan, wifi testing with 9+years of experience.

Edelman VP salary in NYC/CHI/DC?

How long was your wedding + reception? Or if it's not happened yet, how long are you planning for it to be?

Hi Fishes

I work at MS in Global Compliance Governance and Monitoring Team as a Analyst. It's an Individual contributor role. I have 2+ years of experience and my current CTC is 5.8lpa in Mumbai. Please suggest what should be my salary considering the experience and company/role.

Reached out to an ex after not being in contact for 4 years. Said “Hi, I hope all is well.” No response. Intention was not to get back together (we’re both married now), more to mend fences since we were good friends once upon a time. Was reaching out a mistake?

Any MDs here? If so, do you work private practice or are you part of a system? Do you like it?

Hello fishes,
Can u pls name a few reputed MNCs in Pune location working in Data Science domain like TCS, Accenture, Capgemini?

Hey fishes
How do I deal with a senior who micro manages everything ?
Should I try to understand their expectations and work?
I honestly have no clue what to do

Is it a nice idea to be close to your employees?