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Any foreign attorneys feeling lost while working towards their master’s of law in US and working towards getting bar admission? Being an Indian-trained attorney, I still await to sit for bar (this year delay pandemic) but always curious about how things turn out for other foreign attorneys here on F1 visa.

Hoping to get my PHR in the next year or so. Outside of employer reimbursement, are there other opportunities for this to get funded? I know SHRM Foundation offers scholarships for the CP, but I am looking for PHR specific help. Thank you! :)

Have you ever been offered a job that had a salary budget lower than your target, and were able to successfully negotiate an increase to the offer?

Actively seeking a new opportunity and I am slowly starting to feel discouraged due to lack of response. Anyone else having issues searching for employment right now?

What training or guidance are you giving managers at your firms about managing hybrid teams? There is a lot out there on remote teams, but a lot of us are going back three days a week which means people at home and people in the room. Any tips to pass on?

Has anyone taken the PHR exam lately? What was the best test prep IYO? Online on demand , online live classes? Are the practice exams worth the cost?

Anyone work in Campus Recruiting? How are you planning for fall given uncertainty at schools/likelihood of virtual learning?

I'm a little bit under two years in my HR career. I was hired on full time has an HR Generalist and I want to start studying for my SHRM-CP, but I'm a little bit intimidated on how to start. Any advice would be helpful. So far I am going to get SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Certification All-in-One Exam Guide by Dory Willer on Amazon. Are there free online tests to take that are comparable to the exam?

How much heads up to you give a firm for a semi emgrecy medical procedure? I had a gallbladder attack and my doctor wants to remove it. It's not quite emgrecy surgery but not something they want to wait too long. My firm knows I was sick a day this week. How much heads up should I give them that I will be having surgery and might be out for a few days?

Need to hear from the underdogs any attorneys that were not top tier, top 1% and have had sucess in their careers-- what points? Do you still practice,if not what did you transition to?

Does anyone have ideas for employee appreciation day? We have employees in US, Mexico and Canada

I am looking to gain certification or other credentialing in diversity and inclusion, not only because it would look good on my resume both for future job-search purposes and also to become better educated in this area, which is growing in importance. I looked at SHRM's "Inclusive Workplace Culture Specialty Credential" and got a bit of "sticker shock" at the cost - $1,655.00 for members. Does anyone have other suggestions on training/credentialing in this area?

Do any AmLaw 200 firms offer fee splitting for associates? As a senior associate, I originate more than my salary and I know that many others with the same title in my firm originate little/nothing. Yet we are all paid about the same base and our bonuses are underwhelming. Sounds like a rant but am just curious.

CA Law question. What are you doing with arbitration agreements? Interested to hear from everyone, and from securities industry too! We didn’t hire since January, but want to start next year, and the whole AB 51 thing is confusing.

Is it appropriate to ask a firm to talk to one or two additional associates in the group you might join following a verbal offer? Spoke to one during interview process.

I’m looking for a business evaluation of a law firm in Phx AZ. Any recommendations?

Looking for feedback on Paylocity and UKG payroll HRIS. We have 250 employees and rapidly growing company.

So, I'm really curious, for those of us who aren't essential workers, how are you handling return to work? Phases? 50% capacity? Self Identifying disclosures? Sanitization stations?

For those of you who spent the time and money to get the PHR or SHRM certifications, do you feel that it actually strengthened your professional capabilities as on HR professional, or did you just do it to fit into the “HR Professional” crowd?

Currently, I have an employee who is struggling. Missing deadlines, making false promises to clients etc. Recently, I sat in one of his development sessions with his manager, and I was shocked at how disengaged he was and how junior he actually vs what we pay him. After some further investigation, we are afraid he lied on his resume and how his experience. How do you go about a situation such as this? This is a first for me.

What’s the passing rate for CISA? I’m taking mines soon and I don’t do well on standardized tests like this. I don’t want to feel dumb if I don’t pass the first time :(

Anyone working at Baker Hostetler that can give candid insights as to their salary scale, benefits, perks, and just overall comp. package?

With so many layoffs and the strange uncertainty of this industry right now—is anyone scared to death?

Coming in to MBB as a lateral hire (experienced post MBA consultant). 8 YOE in tier 2/3 consulting jobs. Always a top performer, but I’m assuming that will change at MBB......what are tips to get comfortable being an average performer and being okay with it? I’m not worried about the “ego” side of things, but I am worried bc my personality is to work hard until I’m a top performer and I am scared I might burn out doing that...

🐠 that kicked ass in a PMO role, question for you: any tips or micro habits that worked for you in terms of meeting firm & client expectations? Know its a loose term and is project specific but just want to know what skills I should hone.

Did anyone start their Green card application process at Deloitte recently? What stage are you at currently (PWL, Recruitment, PERM applied or approved, I-140?) And when did you begin your process?

Consultant (post MBA), 1.5 y at firm, looking to move to big tech. Am I looking at a paycut? How bad?

Is a Big 4 role really that respected on a resume? I know everyone says it but I’m curious if that’s a recruiting technique or if B4 is actually impressive

Ord terminal 2 security... what a cluster!

Booked a personal Delta flight using miles, but fucked up the day and need to change it to the following day. Is there any way I can get out of the $150 change fee?

Smiling at the client as you press submit on $3,000 expense statement for just a two weeks period...

Chances at a top 5 program? -25/m -3 years as business consultant at EY -Created/running a side business that has seen relative success. Going on 1.5 years -740 GMAT -Finance undergraduate at a State school (3.6 GPA) Just looking for general thoughts, I know there’s a lot more detail needed for in-depth analysis. Just setting my sights before I start applying, any help is appreciated!

My firm here in Boston is hiring tax and healthcare professionals at all levels. We are a single office with 100 people in downtown Boston next to south station. DM for more information. Thanks

Folks, After H1b how long is the green card processing time for a UK citizen?

What PE funds are hiring!

Anyone have a memory foam chair cushion for their home office chair? I know I work and sit in it way too many hours in a row, but am thinking an added cushion might help 🤪 TIA!!

Finally home. This is killing me. I can’t wait to find an opportunity worth pursuing without travel

Is it required that your employer pay you out for unused vacation in IL?

Anyone here successful pivot out of agency life into a freelance media/marketing consultant? If so, what’s your story? How long until you made your old salary while freelancing?