Amex points are worth more than delta sky miles? Can anyone confirm this? For example 50,000 Amex points gets me a $532 ticket. For the same ticket, I would need 108000 skymiles. It’s supposed to be a

Dear People on Red Eyes,

Best travel blankets and pillows? I’m wearing sweats, thick socks, etc. and still so cold. Any tips to deal with west-to-east coast time difference?

Sincerely,
Exhausted

Feel like I’m going to turn out to be a loser doing ID and be making crap money forever.

For those who work in Manhattan, do any of you live in Hoboken or Jersey City? Want to move to the area but want to be able to save money on rent for a little then move to the city.

Still using Ally Bank savings account, but the APY had dropped to .60%. Time to move. Any recs on personal savings account? This is my emergency “savings”

Newbie in investing. Have 50k saved and would like to invest in index. What is the best time (now vs after new year) to do that?

Are Mastercard, AMEX, Visa - Product based companies??
Also, what would be the best choice for data engineers?

How do filmmakers find investors?

Heads up: Hilton is giving triple points during July if you use their credit card for booking. Good opportunity to make up to 54 points per $1. Time to stack up those points! Happy monday! :D

Thoughts on the new Chase Freedom Flex?

I was offered a position at fidelity. Now when I trade on behalf of a client, will I get commissions for that trade?

Heard a lot of people saying the rental market was going to get better/ keep going up, but now it's cooling down. What is causing it to cool down so much?

Is Hubspot a good investment?

Is there any difference in WLB between T1 and T2 consulting firms (in the Toronto offices)? For example, On average, do T2 consultants work/ travel the same amount as T1 consultants in a given year?

Finally have built up an emergency fund after 2 years of working! I’m looking to move most of it to a high yield savings account (and then start investing, woohoo) but not sure which is the best one or if certain ones have better services etc. I’m looking at Marcus just because it seems to have the best rates right now but any info helps! TIA

If planning to buy my first home in next 1-2 years, what should I be doing now leading up to the purchase e.g. things to boost credit score?

Traveling to Montreal tomorrow, any recs for food / sights / etc.? 🙏

Does anyone have any recommendations for places to stay in Key West or things to do? Thanks in advance!

Local Prometric has 3 test slots per day (830 AM, 1 PM, and 5:30 PM). Proctor was telling me that someone come in Wednesday and took three sections consecutively. And I was proud of finishing one...

Finally have built up an emergency fund after 2 years of working! I’m looking to move most of it to a high yield savings account (and then start investing, woohoo) but not sure which is the best one or if certain ones have better services etc. I’m looking at Marcus just because it seems to have the best rates right now but any info helps! TIA

Is there any difference in WLB between T1 and T2 consulting firms (in the Toronto offices)? For example, On average, do T2 consultants work/ travel the same amount as T1 consultants in a given year?

A waffle is just a pancake that fell asleep on a corduroy pillow

When is new office being planned in Pune?
Kolkata Gds got a new floor

Have McK phone case coming up, has anyone had feedback on why you haven’t passed? Looking to avoid missteps.

Anyone here from Hudson County NJ and follows politics?
I am NJ-8, and would like to vote for most progressive candidate on the ballot but no candidate except for the corporate shill/ son of corrupt nepo Menendez, has a fully developed site and I just cannot in good conscience vote for him just because he has a D next to him. Just moved to this district 2 months so any guidance appreciated.

If planning to buy my first home in next 1-2 years, what should I be doing now leading up to the purchase e.g. things to boost credit score?

Am I regretting offering to stay back to monitor this data? 🤡
Just wanna take a nap 😴

Post a pic of your food and I’ll rate 1-10. Friday food party begins here 🍜

Are there any agencies where creatives actually have good work-life balance in LA, SF or anywhere else for that matter? Like no weekends or no working more than a 40-50hr week? Or do I have to go in house for this? Or do I have to leave advertising altogether?

I feel like I’m either getting burnt out by work or trying to heal myself from it. There’s never much time for real life and I don’t want to be on my death bed reminiscing like, “Wow, I made some cool ads.” Nothing scares me more.

Hi All!
Anyone from the insurance industry based in Jakarta, Indonesia? Would be happy to connect/network over coffee

With so many news sources using a subscription system, there needs to be something like a Netflix for news articles.

Dutch 🐠
Does anyone have any advice for getting an apartment in Amsterdam for an expat beyond the classic apply for everything in your budget?

Is relocating to Pune mandatory? Do they allow to work from Mumbai office?

Hello! I just got promoted, but I can’t tell anyone yet bc I have to wait for it to be announced company wide. But I’m so excited, I could burst. So instead, take this anonymous confession and let’s celebrate!

Any ex consultants working in the HR space who’s brain I can pick?

What are some of the first things you do when joining a new firm? I’m trying to be strategic & start off on a good note.

Also how do you structure meet & greets? Want to be informal but not too much

Dear People on Red Eyes,

Best travel blankets and pillows? I’m wearing sweats, thick socks, etc. and still so cold. Any tips to deal with west-to-east coast time difference?

Sincerely,
Exhausted

Have you found using a standing desk increase your productivity? How else do you increase your productivity? I am so distracted all the time

First year in consulting, is it worth purchasing a car this early? I’m living at home and about a 45 minute car ride away from my home office. Any suggestions? What have you done?

Folks, some advice on tipping please. I went from having freedom to WFH whenever I wasn’t traveling (accommodating spouse travel) to using a dog walker at least 3-4 days/week, a lot of weeks. cont’d

Hey all, new hire here! Going to receive a $250 wfh credit; any recs on what I should get to build out my home office?

Anyone feel like you have no idea what the fuck is going on as a new hire? Not sure if it’s imposter syndrome but I’ve got some serious fears about failing. New to consulting, have 5 YOE.

Restructuring 🐠, I’m currently in strategy consulting but would like to eventually transition to a top Rx and turnaround shop (Alix or A&M). Should I pursue a role at a small restructuring and M&A...

Heard BCG laid off quite a few people this summer. Is this true?

If I end up quitting after maternity leave, do I have to pay back any of my leave benefits? I guess I could ask HR, but wouldn't want to throw out any warnings.

Anyone else scroll through LinkedIn and constantly feel behind in their career? Everyone I know is exiting from MBB to VC/PE and I’m still making peanuts at Big 4. How do you deal with knowing you’re mediocre/less sharp?

Am I the only one who is a victim of emails going to outbox and not sent before you sign off? Happens only when i don’t check my outbox as I close my laptop 😩

I left EY 1.5 years back and now wanna go back, do I have to go through regular interview process or simplified interview ?

A reminder to all: we are going through very difficult times. Please help someone who has gotten laid off if you can!

To those starting the year on the beach: office or home office ...or actual beach?

Do you do it (more) for the pay or for the job?

Question from a newbie consultant - What are some good online courses/ books to improve consulting skills?

EY fish - when you are laid off, is it immediate the day you're told or do you get a little warning?