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Hi Everyone! I’m torn between which HR certification to pursue (SHRM-SCP or SPHR). Which one would you recommend and why?

Junior associate here with very little work. I reached out to the assigning partner, but I haven’t heard back. I’m struggling to motivate myself to seek out more work by talking to other partners or coming up with ideas for articles and other non-billable work. Instead I find myself reading books, watching movies, and generally just kicking back and enjoying the free time. That said, I feel guilty that I’m not working a ton like I used to. I’m also worried that my lack of pro activity when it

Hi all! Does your company do anything to help working parents?

Have there been layoffs/rescinded job offers, etc. due to current situation? Please comment below. (My firm is larger, no layoffs ... yet).

Any thoughts on the best certifications to get in order to help move forward? I have considered the CCP from World at Work, but it’s fairly pricey to get by the time you wrap up everything. I was looking at both SHRM-CP and SPHR. Everyone that I have spoken to has the SHRM, but that’s also only looking at individuals in a small geographic footprint and within 3-4 different companies. I was hoping to get some thoughts on this from others? Thanks

What are some interesting federal government lawyer jobs besides AUSA?

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.

Are any of your companies tying compensation to DE&I metrics? If yes, how’s it working? Has it changed the needle? Why it why not?

What are the top 5 questions you want a firm to answer when considering a lateral move being brought in as a partner. Why are the answers to those questions important to you?

We have a lot of inexperienced managers and leaders throughout the company. I wanted to propose bringing on a L&D leader who has experience creating long-term curriculums for managers and executives. For those that have a management training philosophy, who runs it and how often,m?

Hi HR community! Anyone have a good “huddle” program they put in place, to surround high potential, high performers? Want to make sure my program encompasses best practices out there.

I took and passed NY bar in 2016, which was the UBE exam. From what I understand from reading online, most states only let you transfer the score for 3-4 years after you took the exam? So I would have to retake the bar exam completely in another state?

What are some nice things you can do for your legal assistant? To show your appreciation, or to make their job easier?

After working as TA for the past 2 years in my first ever HR job, I have Been thinking about looking for my next stage in my HR career. I was wondering what would you recommend me doing in this search, as other then these 2 years I don’t have experience or certifications?

Not sure if Pelosi is a genius or about to get walked all over

I have an associate who always looks like a “hot mess”. Hair disheveled, tied up on top of her head, looks like she just literally rolled out of bed. We are a small firm in a small town. I have tried to talk with her before and still the same result. Any advice on how to deal with it?

As a 1 person HR show, what would your first hire be?

So sick of my job (I’m a junior commercial litigator) but the local market is taking a crap and I can’t find a new one. Can’t get enough hours here either. How do I keep my spirits up?

Can I ask my senior associate if I’m doing an okay job? For context, we’re on several matters together and I want to correct any mistakes WHILE we’re working together, not ask about them after.

Do good associates generally tend to make good partners?

Chase Sapphire Reserve or Chase Sapphire Preferred? ...or the billion other credit card companies?

Any recent graduates of the University if Florida MBA program and would be willing to share their overall experiences?

Does anyone see a psychologist? How did you find them? Trying to go through my insurances healthcare portal but it's not very aligned to mental health services.

Just got back from PTO, but not sure anybody has noticed I'm back. Wonder how long I can hide out in my cube.

What’s the best rental car you drove?

Is there anything sadder than finding out your roll off date, which is supposed to be in 2 weeks, got pushed back by months? 😩💔

Hi Everyone! I’m torn between which HR certification to pursue (SHRM-SCP or SPHR). Which one would you recommend and why?

What does a role in “Operations” entail, for those of you who’ve switched to that role? What is your day-to-day like? Yes I’ve researched online, but want to see more personal, nuanced answers. Thx!

Any Accenture execs out there? I'm wondering about your views on the culture at ACN at the exec level. Got a query from a recruiter recently and I am curious.

If I get a CFA but have zero experts in investing or portfolio management, will the Charter, alone, get me a job? If so, what would my expected salary be? I’m 40 yrs old with 14 yrs of public sector Defense Budget experience making $102K now for a Big 4.

My male boss, VP level, definitely gets paid over 200,000. I do way more work than him and was just offered $175k for Group Director. Can I negotiate for more for this raise?

What does a Salesforce Manager at Deloitte make? Had the salary discussion in an interview and I said I’m looking for $150k. Based in NYC area

How will the upcoming American Civil War II affect your mental health?

Anyone here work for Emerson? Thoughts on the firm’s strategic offering, work culture, etc. ?

Does anyone know how does Facebook evaluate you for a position, specifically at an onsite interview? Are you able to get a good raise considering consulting salaries are bit at the higher end?

What are first year senior salaries in Philly tax market? Current salary about 58K as year 2 staff.

Just got told by a recruiter my communication style came off as a bit too relaxed after my second case interview with the company. Does anyone know how I can improve this?

After months of carrying two computers I finally found a use for the client laptop...applying for jobs while on the road.

One of my coworker got laid off today. Very 😭

Anyone hear anything about portfolio project management?