University at Buffalo Discussions

Top passive aggressive comments you’ve seen or received via e-mail? I’ll go first.

“Let me know if you want me to clarify any points”

Translation: I feel I’ve been clear in my email but as a formality, I’ll offer to hold your hand and explain in unnecessary detail 😂

Aside from LinkedIn, what are other sources to identify decision makers in large companies?

Is anyone a member of the SHRM Executive Network and do you see any value in your membership?

Any other sober folks in the sales world who can give me some advice? Really struggling to keep up with the office culture when happy hour is impossible for me. 1.5 years sober and want to stay that way.

My manager was sharing screens with me a week ago, and by mistake, he overshared some of his bachelor party plans. Now he is all embarrassed. I think his plans were funny, but I don't know how to don't make it awkward anymore. Any advice?

What do partners generally expect from third-year litigation associates (smaller firm) as far as legal, professional, and/or case management skills go?
I still feel like I can’t (or don’t know how to) manage or push cases forward and like I’m constantly behind on everything—is this normal?

How do you all maximize the little free time you have? Any tips on achieving “work life balance,” to whatever extent that’s possible in big law?

Constantly worried I’m going to get fired because I don’t know where I stand at my mid sized law firm (second year associate).

Hi! Excited we have a space finally :)

I’m feeling really drained and frustrated with my current role. I like recruiting but it’s getting exhausting. What’s next for me after this? What roles can I look into that are less demanding but still pay well. For context I make around 76k right now and would like to increase that. Am I stuck in recruiting? I currently work for a big name firm. Do you have any company suggestions to look into where recruiting might not be as overwhelming and stressful where it won’t consume my life.

TIL: That just because you are a good lawyer does not mean you are good paralegal. Most lawyers are /would be terrible paralegals.

Looking for advice on defending depositions. I am a first year associate and am defending my first deposition next week. I reviewed the prior transcripts from this case, and there were objections to what seemed like proper questions. Is there a strategic reason to object beyond improper form? For example, if my client is asked something that could be harmful (or at least make us look bad), should I just object? Very worried this transcript will be ex. A to pltfs’ MSJ because I didn’t object 😅

10 years sales experience selling eyewear to eye doctors. If I were to transition to tech would I have to start as a BDM? I think that would be a pay cut for me. Thanks

I'm thinking about doing some contracting work on the side. How did you break into this side hustle?

I work for a firm on Wall Street, I was given a lot of responsibility out the gate. However, it’s my first year and I’m already signing ADV’s and other SEC docs on behalf of the firm. Something about it just feels rushed.

Taking a poll here: How much was the total cost of your wedding, wedding size, location, and year you were married? I just got engaged and would like some data points for this 😬

Hi There - I work for an organization that has retail locations. I had the team lead call me this morning (a Saturday) because he had to send a new employee home. The employee he sent home had a mental health episode shortly after arriving to work. The team lead had asked him to be on order taking duty to work on the new employee's customer service skills. The employee said he could not interact with people today and when pressed further started to cry and said he (new employee) felt like he wanted to hurt someone else or himself. The team lead had the new employee call someone to come pick him up.

My question is, has anyone else ever had to deal with a similar situation in the pas where an employee admits he could be a danger to himself or others?

Today I was thinking about different sales experiences I’ve had–both as the buyer & the salesman. What was the best and/or worst sales experience you’ve ever had as a customer?

Not sure what to think about the political Super Bowl ads (Bloomberg, Trump). Don’t think either one is going to persuade the undecided. What’s the purpose- to reach the widest audience possible?

Do you have any new years resolution? Want to share?

Hi all,
I received new laptop today by courier. Unable to sign in. “The sign in method which you are trying is not available. Contact administrator “
When I reached helpdesk, they are asking to visit office for password sync. Has anyone else faced this issue.
Pls help, trying to fix this problem without going to office.

Any idea. How is IIM bangalore 2 year weekend MBA?

I'm a fullstack developer from India with 4 yoe, my current ctc is INR 20 LPA fixed. Shall I do masters in CS from ireland/canada to learn and earn more?

How is the company culture?

Hi TWKs

Has there been a cultural shift or any other negative changes in Thoughtworks after bein acquired by Apax partner

I have got an offer from Wipro . Designation is tech lead and band is B3 . My joining is on may 26. Am I eligible for upcoming appraisal cycle ? Band b3 is good ?

Any had any luck with getting off cycle raises? I requested an increase outside of performance review. From a HR standpoint, do you know why this very hard to get?

Been 3 months since I joined Luxoft and I am assigned to a backward DXC project. The lead is oppressive and bossy. There is no work-life balance and 9:30 hours of work is not enough for them. My probation period is going to end soon. Should I inform my Luxoft manager and tell him to change my project right now ? Or shall I wait for him to end my probation period ?
DXC Technology Luxoft

Can anyone share the pay range (base, yearly bonus, sign-on bonus) of Solution Architect at Deloitte - Strategy & Analytics?

YoE - 12

What's the over/under on the number of people who post the aviation gin peloton woman ad?

I think we're at about 6 already...

Any 🐠 here with fibromyalgia that have managed to deal with sudden flare ups impacting timeline of return of deliverables? Yesterday and today have been complete washes due to first, all over body pain and today, added brain fog and extreme fatigue. I can’t think, can barely lift a pinky. I have items that I expected to get out but are now taking longer and not getting the focus I’d usually bring. Has FM interrupted your schedule before and how did you deal with it?

Daycare recommendation in Ashburn for a 2 year old?

Can someone please help me with investment banking hierarchy grade in BNY. what those grades are position wise.

Recommendations for a good men’s hair styling product? Something with medium to strong hold

What's the dress code, is it strictly formal or smart casuals.

Hi Everyone. I completed my 1 year in EY in October 2022. And in my profile, they have updated it to Senior Analyst now. But that was a progression that happens every year and I have not received the incremented salary.

Now that they are giving increments to everyone, will I receive both progression and increment or my progression will be counted as increment.

Highly confused.

I’m a 28 yo guy and can’t pass the 45x cut when renting a studio in Manhattan. Depressed…

How is living in the west Harlem area?

Looking to buy my first condo in Long Island city area. How many properties you typically visit (open houses) before making a decision?
Thanks!