The Siegfried Group

CC wants me to join a project with them. Pros? Cons? What to do and what to look out for?

Hey Fishfam, anyone willing to share TC for GSM at Apple? Got an offer: Base $140k, Joining bonus $30k, RSU $160k over 4 years. I will have to move from NJ to SF. Current Base is $120k and up to 20% year end bonus. Been at my job for 6 years and really happy with work culture/team/management. I’m concerned about wlb and cost of living in Bay.

Any user feedback on hoteling software? Our team is looking at SpaceIQ and AgilQuest right now.

FAANG folks - what are Facebook/Google roles like Country Lead/Industry Lead equivalent to? Are these Director level roles? What sort of compensation can you expect in something like that role?

Where do Aon and Accenture fall in terms of tier? Sometimes they call themselves big 4 🤔

Ex-boss, now external, offered me a role. Offer is not “official” but it’s a serious offer. Was asked to consider joining so I can go through the HR/recruiting process of a formal offer. While I would leave to work for them, I’d prefer to stay if I was offered the same money at current firm. Should I or can I talk to my current manager about a raise while mentioning this unofficial offer? I don’t want to burn bridge with ex-boss by going through hr process to then decline if current firm matches

If I have a solid history of work experience but don't have a college degree would FAANG companies consider me?

Is it too late to buy the FAANG stocks? Still feel that Amazon and Google are undervalued.

Does Adobe Connect give you the option to have a background image when you have your camera on—like Teams and Zoom?

Am I thinking long-term and being smart or am I passing up $$$ “dumbing down” and selling life insurance...

I’m at a new job when we can use personal cards for our corporate expenses and I’m interested in raking in the points. Suggestions on cards with the best perks?? I don’t mind paying a fee if needed.

What type of raise (for 3/4/5) can a staff 1 expect in their first year? FSO New York

Is Medicare for all a good idea? Does the USA have a viable path to universal coverage? What major changes are needed to change the fact that we spend the largest share of our GDP on healthcare whil

I make $4000/M after taxes and max 401K and spend about $2400 for all fixed costs (rent, utilities, etc). With roughly $1600 left, and with a strong goal of saving as much as I can, what are some recommendations on how I should allocate my money better. I know this is vague but need some better financial planning.

Does anyone use Ubers during the week to go out to dinner, sights, etc, and then expense them? I've always just eaten the charge.

What does everyone do when they max out their 401k AND IRA? Taxable investment account? Something else?

What's the harshest thing your Buyer has ever said to you? Ex: Buyer emailed my colleague "instead of sharing photos of our empty shelves why don't you spend your time getting us more product"

Will be going to Chicago with my GF for the first time in 2 weeks (spending the weekend). Can you please provide recommendations with things to do/Marriott hotels?

Does anybody know any solutions for having someone care for a mildly sick child? I have a 1-year-old in daycare and my wife and I both work. He is picking up various illnesses which is unfortunately not unusual for his age at daycare. If he has a fever he has to miss the following day of daycare even after the fever is gone. This is a good policy with covid but difficult for two working parents. Bright horizons used to provide care in this scenario but not in 2020 even with a negative covid test

What is the average non-promotion raise at Deloitte? Is 5% YoY too ambitious?

Looking for pointers to crack the AWS SAA certification. Currently doing mock exams from Tutorialsdojo and in the 78-80% range. Is this a good estimation of preparedness for the exam?

Any Jr ADs down to work on a side project?I’m a Jr CW looking to better fill out my book. Been freelancing all year, at some great shops, but haven’t come into too many bookworthy projects, so I’m staying proactive in the mean time. Want to break into FT, even mid level if I can and trying to get a better book together to do so. If you’re interested (maybe even in the same boat), please DM me and we can exchange info.

What are your thoughts on the value of a Harvard Extension School degree vs. a standard online MBA from a reputable public university? I feel like the Harvard name carries a lot of value....

Used to work with someone on the same project; Now she is a recruiter in Apple. Is it weird to reach out?

Has anyone with EY's high deductible insurance plan gotten an IUD lately and know if its covered?

I’m the only associate in my dept (niche transactional practice group, 4th yr). It’s so hard for me to gauge my progress when my only points of comparison are equity partners. I’ve been feeling like such a failure recently. I feel like I should be getting fewer comments on the documents I draft. I feel like I should have fewer questions. I feel like I’m always making mistakes...but I have no way to tell if I’m behind or not. Any recommendations (other than asking my partners, obviously)?

American Airlines is introducing Basic Economy, their marketing campaign - And you thought we couldn't do worse

How do you guys deal with gym/running clothes while traveling? Do you take one per day? Do you wash them? Yourself or in hotel Laundry? Or, yuck, use multiple times?

Just got laid off from my job due to restructuring... as an Aussie worker in NYC on an E3 visa being laid off for the first time, im lost...any leads and advice is absolutely appreciated

I’m currently working at a law firm in San Diego specializing in coastal property rights as a litigation paralegal and legal assistant. We received a minute order from a preliminary injunction hearing. Our client was ordered to post an injunction bond of $2,500. First our client walked to the courthouse to try to pay the bond up front, but they would not accept his money. He tried to call several bond companies, but all said the amount was too small. So how do you post an injunction bond?

Hey Googlers! Considering making a move and am in the interview process with PSO. Role is great but I’m concerned I’ll be asked to give up remote work. Ok with partial travel to clients but I do not want to go into the office to work more than 1-2x per month. How flexible is Google with this?

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2nd year female associate &I have a new baby. I’m scheduled to go out of town for busy season but my dad is sick and my parents keep my baby. Can I tell them I can’t travel? Or should I find a new job

Any tips for maximizing parental leave? Any suggestions on logistics, benefits, perks, etc. much appreciated. Intentionally not posting in EY bowl so can get a sense for what more have done.

Best virtual happy hour icebreakers? Need ideas!

What the salary range for the financial institutions team Manager- knowledge and analytics at BCG? A contributor and team Manager salary? Thanks in advance for both

Layoffs

Anybody else feels relief working remote vs. onsite just not to have to deal with micro aggression?

My GC application was submitted back in Oct of last year. Biometrics in April 1st, but ever since I have not heard any update (nor w the EAD or the Parole), my project might be coming to an end in the near term, and I wonder what would happen if my contract gets terminated? Will the application remain since its been more than 180 days?

Amazon low ball offer (L5): 105 base + 10k sign on + 80k stock (4 years) VS KPMG Manager offer: 165k + 10k sign on. Both are in Seattle. Should I go to FAANG for prestigious brand?