Forsman & Bodenfors Discussions

I have to fill out a background check form for a position and it asks if I've ever been discharged from a job. Does getting "the talk" --i.e. being told your future isn't at the firm as a senior associate--count as being discharged? Any thoughts are much appreciated!

What are the healthcare options like in India? I'll be needing regular care and I'm not sure what the insurance providers are and if care works differently in general.

How is strawberryfrog to work at for Creatives these days?

Working on the tech side of the bank, looking to transition into finance (not IB) & came across the IBI course that helps gain skills like modeling etc. Anyone taken the course/know someone who did?

2nd year assoc. here. Finding myself spending 3-5 hours researching/analyzing issues that should only take 1-3 hours. I find myself questioning - for every assignment - is this the issue I was asked to look into? Did I read that case right? Does this analysis make sense? And I end up reading the same cases over and over. Does anyone have advice for being more confident/efficient on tasks, especially research?

What's the average raise percentage for associate to senior promotion?

Anyone know what happens to staff 2 on a PIP who shows no improvement? Will EY let them go or just not promote until they decide to leave on their own?

How long is too long to be an intern? I've been interning for about a 1 year and half now at 4 different agencies. All extended me until I'd leave for another agency. I was told bad timing/layoffs

When there are no posted jobs, is it smarter to cold email HR or director levels? Or avoid cold emails altogether and keep waiting for jobs to post up 😭

I pity those who revel in the "accomplishment" of have 100+ YTD utilization. Y'all got suckered by the firm.

If I didn’t have to take the MPRE previously but looking to waive into DC, when do I need to take the MPRE? Prior to applying or can I apply and submit my score following submission of my application to get the background investigation going?

The mid-level associate who directly supervises me isn’t being responsive. I am worried about missing a deadline. Should I keep pinging him? Figure it out on my own? Reach out to someone above him?

Introverts, what do you do on the weekend? I find myself wanting to decompress and do something low key 90% of the time.

PwC parental leave benefits?

Any thoughts on Phillips Lytle? If you could please provide insight on culture/billable requirements? Thank you.

What should a coder/biller/transcriptionist make with over 15 years of experience? I am currently the only person in the office that can do those jobs with no backup. I code and bill all office visits for 5 orthopedic providers and all surgical coding/billing for 3 surgeons. I also do any transcription that is needed.

If anyone is looking to work for Stryker DM me. Can give more info and potential referrals.

Have 6 YOE and currently a PM at a newly IPO’d company. Where / what level can I make 200k+ in base?

What do you do to increase the chance of your content going viral?

Anyone here use or know anyone who has used Vet Comp and Pen to get/increase VA disability benefits? Wondering if they’re reputable.

I was recently interviewed by Hexaware. How much notice period is acceptable by Hexaware ?

Any real estate attorneys interested in exploring new opportunities?

If someone is about to join NT HFS EXCEPT Neelima sagar team, DONT JOIN. just run asap
You will suffocate like a daily wage worker

Diwali gift scene at GDS??

For the NY CPAs out there- how long did it take to receive your license? I submitted my application in late October (incl. transcript, work experience form, etc.) but haven’t heard anything. Is this normal?

Chances for H/S?
3.4 non stem gpa from top tier college, but had solid ECs in college that took up a lot of time. 3YOE at McKinsey, made manager, followed by 2 yrs at mega fund PE. No serious ECs other than the occasional volunteering. Solid rec letters, 760 GMAT. ORM male

Any ideas on how to negotiate a delayed start date? I really want it to be Jan. My mental health needs some time off and this company breezed through interviews to offer in 1 week when I was expecting it to take at least a month. I really need some time to recover from burnout.

Is it possible to get a FAANG interview without a referral? Especially for east coast positions.

Best late night audit room jams to keep the team going?

So finally i found a sweet girl. She was my uber driver from airport. I felt a sudden "💙2💘" connection the first time we had an eye contact. Is it just me after busy season or what?#trollswelcome2💩

Any ideas for a funny/cute white elephant/secret Santa gift for my finance department xmas lunch party?? I have a cricut so I was thinking about making a funny sign you could hang on your desk or a coffee mug with a cute or funny saying about accounting ? Too lame ? Idk it’s my first Christmas at this company any ideas welcome

Hello Fishes,
Can anyone please help out with requisite YOE required in various bands at BNY and their corresponding pay ranges that can be expected for I,J, K
It's slightly confusing, so would appreciate any help, so I can be prepared for calls if any, as have had low balling experience earlier, thanks in advance🙏

I am currently a Manager with 6 YOE in Fund Accounting/Financial reporting profile
Would appreciate the help please

How to get experience letter in Virtusa after resignation?