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Do you think independent agencies will be in better shape to handle COVID-related client budget reductions and/or losses?

Or does it not matter and layoffs are equal across the board?

Since we’ve all been working from home for months now, what’s the best office chair out that y’all are using for our long work from home hours? Looking to invest in a better one than my ~$150 one from Amazon.

What is your agency’s maternity or paternity leave policy?

Has anyone been fired? How’d you bounce back? How did you approach it when applying for new jobs? I’m legitimately worried I’ll be fired and could use some advice.

Recommendations for improving lower back / sciatica pain. Is there a seat cushion / lumbar support cushion that genuinely helps you? I’m all ears. I have a high quality office chair and try to use my desk in standing mode at least once a day and wear good trainers for feet support. But the lower back pain is a killer. Driving now too ends up hurting :(

Books or websites to learn more about social media strategy, community management, and smart decision making for social?

Hi everyone, I work for large startup (300 employees) and I have been asked to develop a Progressive HR manual template. Some examples include gender neutral restrooms, lactation rooms, signing off emails with pronouns, and etc. Any tips/links for resources to help would be appreciated.

Facebook agency The Factory in SF - Anyone with knowledge or experience there care to share? 🤖

Starting at Deloitte in a few weeks as a Specialist Leader. The 401k match is only .5%? Why so low? Does it ever increase?

Does anyone in the UK use Haye Grades and know the salary range for a grade 20?

I’m contracting with a company in an admin role, but sometimes I’m asked to do projects that would normally be outsourced to a marketing or design company like designing a flyer for example. It’s not in my job description, but I have the skills to do this work and so why not ask me to do it? Is it out of the question to ask if I can be paid for that work under a separate fee as a consultant or something? Is that even possible?

Investment gurus - Appreciate pointers for resources (books, blogs, videos etc.) to read up on investment strategies. Just getting started and could use all the help. 🙏

How did Bain do during the GFC? Were there lots of layoffs?

Hey 🐟 fam. I’m starting a new gig next week that’s 90% WFH. I’d love some recommendations on a second monitor. Nothing crazy pricy, but something that’ll work well with my MacBook Pro. Thanks y’all.

Thoughts on M Booth?

Does your company offer Volunteer Hours? If so, how many per year?

I realized recently how much my distaste for networking and big friend groups has impacted my ability to find new jobs. 10 years in, how can I reverse this bad habit ?

When you alt travel do you: A) Report the extra flights as a regular business expense [non-taxable] or B) Claim them as taxable reimbursement [taxable as compensation to you]?

Are any top consulting firms hiring for experienced analysts currently? I know ACN and some others are cyclical for resources 2-3 years out of college, but I’m looking to make a move sooner than fall

What’s the best credit card for points in the UK. I’m from the US and have the Chase Sapphire Reserve and the Marriott Amex

I've worked as a maid for a long time but am tired of driving to everyone's homes, so I'm thinking of trying out a job as a housekeeper in a hotel. Is there anyone out there who has done both jobs and can tell me a bit about the differences? I would appreciate any advice at all.

Hello fishes,
I have been offered From Persistent system with 90% hike and some joining bonus.
I am still awaiting offer from Capgemini as I have cleared interviews and completed documentation there too.
My question is should wait for Capgemini's offer? As they haven't been responsive to any of my mode of communication.
While as Persistent has been responsive and offered a good deal..let me know ur thoughts

Hi Fishes,
Any one looking for a role as SCM Business consultant - Product management.

Min YOE: 3
Skill set: sql database (oracle prefered), versed knowledge in supply chain.

If any one intrested kindly dm your name and mail id with current role and experince. Will try to help on the possibilities

Hey Guys,

I had my Technical interview with SALESFORCE on Dec2 for DevOps engineer - MTS . I haven't heard from them if I am selected or rejected. The career portal is still in " interview" status. HR won't reply. What to Do ? . How long will it take for Salesforce to conduct interviews??
Please help 🥺

Anyone have any insight into the Dallas office of Holland & Knight? Thoughts, feelings, concerns?

Hello, Looking for Senior Consultant/ Lead advisory role. Having 6+ experience in Information security. Certification in CISA, CISM and AWS CCP

Hi All,
One of my friends has recently joined capgemini and has following doubts related to tax proof.
Can we edit the tax declarations in HGS portal every month any day?
Does Capgemini asks for rent agreement along with rent receipts as a part of tax proof submission?
Also which proofs needed for,
80c - elss lic
80d - insurance for senior citizen parents
80ccd1b - nps

Desi consultants in Indianapolis? I’m coming to Indiana University for my masters degree after 2 YOE as a data science associate consultant at ZS Associates. Would love to get your advice, and hacks for life in the US. I’m also looking for internship opportunities for Fall 2023, so any leads would be appreciated. Thanks!

I am going through a background verification with HireRight for Microsoft. I put as job titles the ones I also put on my resume, which are matching my real duties and activities. However, apart from my last employer, my past internal employers have really weird internal titles that say nothing about my qualifications and skills. Will this cause any issue and push Microsoft to rescind my offer?

Lateraled to a new firm a year ago and struggling so much because I’m NOT being micromanaged. (Biglaw -> Small law, toxic culture -> great culture) Advice

Hi everyone,

I have 3 years of experience as a frontend developer(JavaScript/ ReactJs)

I just want to know what's the current salary range of a frontend developer for above mentioned experience in service based and product based companies?

is it allowed to bring in outsiders e.g. parents, friends to the office for a visit as allowed in companies like CISCO, VMWARE, ETC. ETC.

How do younger Females feel about dating or getting into a relationship with older people, age gap 5-6 years 🤔

Genuine responses

Where are all the vendor parties this week? Trying to drink away the cold...

Does anyone know who the 401k benefits manager is at VMLY&R NY?