Alright folks what’s on the menu tonight? It’s been a long week and want to treat myself. What are you eating / drinking?

Weekly Hot take. While I am enjoying subscription based game libraries. They will be the death of quality game releases.

Heading to Kansas City next week with the team. Any restaurant and/or activity recommendations?

So, any big Tu BiShvat plans?

I wanted to catch up on TCJA that took place since 2019. Any guidance where to get relevant reading material to do a quick catch-up?

Best time to consume protein powder/shake ?

Chipped my tooth eating a damn potato chip ☹️

Like for Pequods, laugh for Lou Malnati’s

What restaurant chain is better in your opinion? I am partial to Applebee's but I seem to be in the minority here.

Don’t usually eat this bad but got Mac n cheese and an açaí bowl for dinner. It was necessary

Looking for book recommendations; any favorites? Interested in both fiction and educational/self-improvement (for example, investment / finance books, time management, etc). I feel my vocab is...

AirPods or Bose QC35?

Soliciting ideas for a big closing lunch with clients - near or close to bryant park, my first pick was Gabriel Kreuther but they only do Thurs/Fri lunches (ours would be Tues). Ideas for upscale restaurants appropriate for corporate clients? They said “anything but steak” ha.

Where to pregame before the chili peppers concert tomorrow?

Are rooftop bars considered outdoor + won’t have curfew anymore? If not does anyone know any bars/restaurant with drinks in midtown that are outdoor

Best Italian for boyfriends birthday? Thinking of Formento’s or Monteverde, any other good options with amazing pastas and as amazing atmosphere?

Best places for takeout in inner loop? I love Local Foods, Aladdin, etc.

Hey fish: what are some of your favorite business/self-help books?

Looking to do a virtual wine tasting with one of my work teams. We are all scattered throughout the East Coast. Is there a website that will ship out the wine tasting to everyone and then have a wine pro that can join a meeting with us?

Anyone got surprise hike this month??
I got around 10-15 percent hike apart for Yearly Hike.

Hi Boston friends, for those seeing a therapist, how much do they charge? Evaluation and then subsequent sessions? Are they in the city or outside? Doctorate or LICSW? Trying to understand benchmark of costs since getting varying rates. TIA!

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what is the component called other allowances and reimbursement 1 and 2 ? for what purpose its used ?

My firm has all this publicity about supporting attorneys of color and diversity, but in my office I am completely ignored for work and have trouble billing enough time as a result. I’m the only black associate. What do I do?

Career dev advice needed. Being offered a promotion (would be reporting to my current skip and managing/growing a team). The role is global subsidiary management/governance. But the work does not appeal to me, I’ve been doing some of it and it’s so much admin and people management. I’m not practicing law at all. Love my current IC role and manager, get to work on strategic transactions and closer to the business. If my goal is head of corp legal one day, should I suck it up and go for it? Thnx!

Any Salesforce developer working with Deloitte India here ?

Please DM me

In search of hourly clock chime’ or bell app for iPhone. Any recommendations?

Walking home from the office today, I walked past an AE store. Walked in on a curious whim and I accidentally bought a new pair of chukka boots. Can anyone relate? 😂😩

Looking to get some feedback on this investment strategy: Contribute 100% of the allowed limit in ESPP program(15% of base) to get full company match(15% of my contribution). Sell it on the same day it vests(vests starting of every month) and then invest that money in vgt and voo. I understand the short term tax implications but still feels it is better to invest in etf than in company’s stocks. Thoughts?

WDC - with targets in the 110-130 range why is this stock not moving. Is it trepidation over the Toshiba chip unit sale?

Hello everyone. I will be transitioning from the Navy soon and want to work in the cybersecurity field. I have an active secret clearance, BS in strategic intelligence, working on a masters in cybersecurity, and taking Security+ in December. No work experience in cyber, just my education and bootcamp course for Security+. Should I still apply for job that want 2-5+ years cyber experience and/or an active TS clearance?

Do you use TikTok on your personal device? I want to gauge the community if the potential risks are worth using the app. I am a federal contractor but have a clearance. I am on the younger side so TikTok is very relevant to my peers, please don't shame me haha

When do you think the offices will reopen?
Do you guys feel that the offices will start calling people from January 2022?

I sincerely never want to go back to office and work...

Any thoughts on the difference of projects between mid sized firms like Protiviti, West Monroe, Huron compared to B4? Anyone made the transition and can comment on the types of projects and culture? Implementation vs strategy? Thanks.

Are all 529 plans not allowed if one makes partner at PwC? Seems like everything is showing up as not permitted on independence checkpoint.

How true are these recurring LinkedIn posts - My son taught me this leadership quality? My daughter taught me how to lead everyone etc etc.

What’s the rule of thumb, if there is, to jumping to another role outside of the current company?

Fireworks going off all around. America!

Any good books or recommendations on sales? Sales tactics trips and tricks?

So i have been fortunate that i have managed to go through my career without the need for a degree. I was lucky enough to have been hired by one of the worlds top consulting firms, worked with a whole lot of big clients and travelled a lot. It's gotten to the point where I am not even asked about the lack of a degree on my resume. Personally though, it bothers me. I have a whole bunch of certifications in my industry…but just no formal degree. (cont'd)

Recommendations for comprehensive books on the finance industry? I want to learn more about investment banking and modern financial instruments. Got a lot of free time during this lockdown

what does the bonus range look like for a new band 4 at bank of america?

Planning to do a PRM or FRM qual. How useful is it to move from Big 4 Risk and reg consulting to industry? Finding it hard to get anything other than non-PM roles

In search of hourly clock chime’ or bell app for iPhone. Any recommendations?

Any thoughts on the difference of projects between mid sized firms like Protiviti, West Monroe, Huron compared to B4? Anyone made the transition and can comment on the types of projects and culture? Implementation vs strategy? Thanks.

Heard frm a friend at pwc that in consulting they have per diems. Is it for all practitioners and practice? Seems tight on budget.

Can someone help with the base salary range for a 6+ years experienced finance professional with FRM and CFA certifications in Big 6 firms in Advisory practice?

Also, what should be the expectations for joining bonus during the current times?

Looking for recommendations for good consulting / problem solving books and possibly LinkedIn courses if anyone has taken something worthwhile. Thanks Fam!

Wooohoo just landed a data project! Woohoo data! Data runs the world! Hello super high utilization! Hello cushy bonus! 🙌🏽

1 year until next promo at ACN Strat, with offers at other T2s in hand and option to interview at MBB later this year

1) Stay at ACN Strat and try for MBB in 6 mos
2) Take T2 offer now (OW and LEK)

When you find out your peers are compensated more even though your rating and utilization is higher :(

How do I check my utilization?