Heartbeat Discussions

My work isn’t always correct the first time around before my senior/ manager reviews it. I know it’s pretty standard but how do I stop taking it personally when I get feedback/ revisions?

I need to turn in a two week notice, but my boss has a week of PTO scheduled (one of many weeks this summer). He still “checks in” via email and IM while on leave. Is it unacceptable to turn in a notice while he’s technically on PTO, even if he’s still checking in periodically?

Planning my birthday and am looking to do a day drinking thing at an outdoor/fun place. Suggestions?

Is 75k good for a tax senior 1 in Seattle?

Anyone had any experience lateraling from a midsize firm to big law after a year? Got any advice for someone looking to move into big law sooner than later?

I work at a Big Law firm on the West Coast and my firm is allowing me to work remotely in MN during the pandemic to be near family. After being here for the past four months, I would like to remain here even post pandemic. I am not looking to change jobs right now because I am so grateful to have a job during these times. Does anyone think that the industry will change to remote working long term? And if not, does anyone have an idea of what the law firm culture is like in MN? I’m a 3rd year.

H1b folks: Considering applying for Canadian Express Entry while my U.S Greencard is currently in the recruitment phase. Is this “allowed”? Are there restrictions around applying to 2 countries?

My boss has told me that I’m being promoted really soon (6-8) months from today to an Account Manager position from being an assistant at my company. He’s giving me every resources possible for me to be ready for that position, resources such as books, card notes and trainings. Now, I’ve seen another internal position from a different department which I’m really interested in and I know I can get because of my background. Do I apply to that new position, or hold on for the AM position.

Anyone working at the CDC Atlanta willing to refer me to a job?

How does your company tackle insights from org health/engagement surveys? On a team by team basis? Or with org-wide initiatives?

How much does utilization matter for year end once you've met the target? E.g. if target utilization is 85% but I'm at 105%, will this 20% additionally help? If so, how much does it differentiate you?

Can you book flight, hotel for personal usage using company tools? Not going to expense them obviously, but is it ok?

What is your answer to the “what is your greatest accomplishment” interview question?

I realized tuition reimbursement is the biggest Catch-22. We get 10k per year given the work hours and travel, it's nearly impossible to complete a part time masters degree

Doing my first examination/deposition this week! Any tips?

Any insight into comp for a small firm (around 10 lawyers) doing defense work in Richmond, VA?

Found out I got a VC interview. excitement level I'm feeling is 1000x more than when I got an interview w/ McKinsey (which at that time felt like the most exciting thing ever). Nervous but excited

Hing or Bumble? New to the area and trying to figure out which app folks use the most out here.

Not creative enough to come up with a business idea, so what are the best career paths/degrees that lead to self-employment? Looking for a career change

Trying to get an orthopedic surgeon appointment at has in nyc and unable to get appointments for next 2 months. Any ideas to hasten up the process? Any good recos? Appreciate all help.

Deborah Chow with the grand slam on Kenobi episode 6 - that is all, a must watch!

When jumping to another firm do you tell your current where you will be going? Giving my notice tomorrow and I’m just dreading having to answer the where to ?? and why? questions 😂

Are you raising your kids as vegetarians?

Anyone work for Indeed or Footbridge Consultants?

Was recently told that "I'm a hire, but not the next hire" while applying for jobs. The feedback I got was to try to dumb what I know down so I dont seem overqualified. Dont know what to do next. help

5th year big law associate. On track to bill 3k hours and I hate it. Have an offer from a peer firm that will give me a six figure signing bonus. Best way to break the news to my employer that I’m leaving?

Do you ever find yourself having to call out from work due to sheer exhaustion? Any ideas why one may be feeling this way and how to counteract these feelings?

I’ve been having difficulty setting boundaries on work and I realize it’s spilling over into my personal life, like when friends ask for free legal advice. Any tips?

I just subscribed to my childhood friend's only fans lmao. I'm a girl and friend is a girl. growing up she has been the sl*t of the group so just wanted to see what's up. Kinda disappointed with the content she has

Booz Allen Hamilton IT Project manager Offer

Hi! I am About to get an offer the above position for DC area. I wanted to know if anyone has any experience with what i should be expecting. They told me the band. Is 111k - 180k.

YOE 10
Current TC: 110k (military)

Does anyone have pay range for Coinbase sales reps?

I've known for months the CEO is selling the company. My boss, the COO will finally find out next week because he has to sign the transaction documents. Wondering if I should practice my surprised face, or fess up I've known for months and didn't tell him? Help me decide.

Hey all, I’m weighing if I should join CSG as a SA or stay on as Manager at my firm. I’ve been hearing a lot of chaos over there but sometimes that’s a good thing for growth. Looking to hear about the good and the bad. 5 yoe in Austin

Has anyone negotiated an offer at angellist? Any tips?

Does anyone know when the Deloitte US office will reopen? What is the current working arrangement? Recently employed and trying to get my bearing before day 1.