ADVICE— Consultants emailed night before final all-hands call tomorrow that includes executives.
I just received an email the night before a huge All-Hands call for the final steps of our 90 day engagement with this consulting group.
This is our final call to say where we started, what we've accomplished, and where we're going. They had said all last week that they had a playbook they wanted to review.
I get an email tonight, saying essentially, we aren't done with the playbook (2/2)

Ladies, where do you buy stylish pantsuits that are actually flattering? I look entirely awkward in them but some days they're just more practical.

Thoughts on asking if there’s any other concerns or important information I should know about during the clarification part of a case? Looks lazy or respectable?

Any Chinese Creative here? Copy/Art? Or CD level and up? Been working for 6 years and I am the only Chinese Creative at every single place I’ve worked.

Does anyone feel like an MBA has helped them move into higher level leadership roles? I see mixed reviews. I feel like I’m hearing mixed reviews where certs are king up until you’re out of the IC world. Interested to hear your thoughts!

Does anyone have any experience with NJ mini-COBRA for small businesses? Trying to find an answer to a few questions and coming up empty: (1) what are the penalties for failure to send continuation notice (federal COBRA is $100/day, but don’t see anything in NJ statute or case law); (2) if an employee is terminated for cause are they eligible and must they receive the continuation notice? What constitutes cause (as opposed to gross misconduct under Federal standard)?

Which big four has the best IT Internal audit advisory practice? Also, anyone moved from external audit to internal audit advisory in big four, how do you like/dislike?

Newbie here - can you use your Accenture Amex for a person expense? I am wondering because we have to pay it back ourselves in the app anyways? I know this definitely sounds dumb but I’ve heard mixed things

A bottle of a litre water at Amazon is Rs 18.

The same bottle in the supermarket is worth about
Rs 20.

The same bottle in a bar costs Rs 50.

At an airport, you may be charged Rs 100 - 150

The bottle and the brand is the same, the only thing that changes is the place.

Each place gives a
different value to the same product.

Have the courage to change places and go to a place where you are given the value you deserve.

Surround yourself with people who really appreciate your worth.

anyone joining pwc on 1st September?

Any oracle fusion consultants working in Capgemini India? Please let me know.

Can someone explain how applications are built on Ethereum? I understand the basics of blockchain but haven’t grasped this concept. Thanks

Anyone know how things work bitpay? I'm interested in the field but I don't know if this would be a good company to work for. Some Glassdoor reviews mention the CEO and most leadership as being "hard to work with".

Thanks!

I’m unbelievably depressed at the thought of going back to the office five days a week. I hate my firm’s management with a passion.

If any firms in Texas are being flexible going forward, please let me know.

Has anyone done “green the bid” ? Any thoughts on how it’s going?

how do you all maintain a good work-life balance?

Anyone knows where to check promotion details which is eff from dec 1st ?

Is there anywhere I can find copies of real briefs/decks delivered from planning to creative as part of subsequently famous campaigns?

I’ve seen hundreds of mediocre framework-y briefs at work and otherwise, I’ve seen many “examples” of how briefs should look, and I’ve read plenty about what a great brief should have, but without being at a top agency or around top planners, I don’t think I’ve ever actually seen a great brief with real work.

Do you ask to see a copy of a contingent offer or offer letter if you want to counter?

Hi all. I started a new role with a company I’ve been with for 2 years. The role is very much an SME role and can be quite boring sometimes. When hired I was told that this role would do a lot of different projects and skys the limit but after 7 months, I’ve been doing 1 project and when asking about role expansion essentially told to stay in my lane. My first thought was performance issues but manager confirmed not that. It’s getting really boring and need more engagement. What should I do?

Hi Everyone, I have been an HR Generalist for close to 7 years. I had good managers and poor managers in between. My VP once told me not to pursue my MBA because she would teach me everything she knew. She never did. I am currently going for my SHRM SCP. I really enjoy being a Generalist but I don’t know if I want to be an HR Manager. Any suggestions on other areas of HR I should consider?

This company ensured slaves.

Hey everyone! I have a new employee who’s been absent since Nov 2nd (worked 2 days). They reached out to inform me of a family emergency but never communicated a return date. They also responded to their managers email saying they’re not in a place to take on this role now. But they also said that a family meme et will be needing assistance for 4-6 mo and they don’t want to hold back the business so they’re okay with whatever we decide. It’s been 10 days. Would you consider this job abandonment?

I am in the process of finishing up my MBA but considering also getting my SPHR or PHR cert. Is it even worth it or a waste of time and money?

Recently, our client has decided to retract their job offer to a newly hired candidate who is currently rendering his notice period and is already on his last day with his current employer. This is because they have changes internally that have affected the new hiring. I really feel frustrated, guilty, and awful for the candidate. We are already down to the final steps of the onboarding process and should have been his first day next week. (Cont.)

Would like to hear opinions on this scenario: County-owned Nursing Home & Rehab center (240 skilled, 40 rehab beds) being sold to a new buyer. The home has a contract w/ a food service company that would need renewed by the potential buyer if they choose. The employee in this scenario is a Clinical Nutrition Manager who works for this food service company. Their department is Clinical Nutrition, consisting of 2 employees including the Manager. Job security, maintaining similar pay up in the air.

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

I’m thinking of trying to move to an HRBP role after being a specialist my whole career. What do you wish you had known before starting your HRBP role?

Which certification we would you recommend for career advancement to be an HR manager? PHR or SHRM? Any other certification I should consider? Pros and cons would be greatly appreciated!

I’m a Recruiter looking to pivot into a Generalist role. I have 6 years of experience in HR started as a Hr Associate and then the rest strictly in recruitment. Any advice for remote generalist work out there?

Has anyone bought/ done the HRCI Certificate in Diversity and Inclusion in HR Management? I already have my PHR, but I’m looking to gain more knowledge/skills and beef up my resume. Is it worth doing? The course is $239 and you get 12 Recert credits with it.

Does EY Australia has a firm Christmas shutdown? Any leave liability related stuff?

Anyone know of any companies actively looking for new HR employees?I offer great customer service, detail oriented, I have a passion for leave administration but also have decent amount of experience in personnel and the Workday system. Recently promoted to Sr. HR Analyst( however our titles at my current job do not reflect our specialities). The job search has been tough but I am a go getter and wanted to reach out on here. Thank you!

Hoping to get my PHR in the next year or so. Outside of employer reimbursement, are there other opportunities for this to get funded? I know SHRM Foundation offers scholarships for the CP, but I am looking for PHR specific help. Thank you! :)

I applied for a Manager role. It is available for the 3rd time in almost 2 years. My 2nd interview with GM, AGM, and HRD started with them unanimously agreeing on my ability to do the job at a high level. They didn’t hire me because I wasn’t “an HR Cheerleader” and said I was more suitable for a “real HR Manage role”…. They then opened another specialist job and encouraged me to apply. Any insight on what to make of this?