Any book recommendations? Not much of a reader but need a Hobby to decompress from work (that doesn’t involve Netflix)

What’s everyone drinking today? Just finished up a cortado with a blend of a natural and a washed Ethiopian. Lots of tasty stone fruit!

Is it a red flag if someone says they don’t believe in self help books like Atomic Habits, Attached, etc?

Anyone still play Pokémon Go?

Best restaurant you’ve been to in Charlotte? Looking for an experience!

What’s your favorite worship song?

I just “read” we listened to “The Nowhere Office”. As we are RTOing it really struck home. Highly recommend.

Best song to listen to as you walk in the office?

Hi all, please listen to "Somebody that I used to know"
I'm just on loop. Very old but nice song.

Would love some new suggestions for sweet but strong wines. Doesn’t matter if it’s red or white.

What's your absolute favorite dinner spot in Chi-town? I'm willing to travel, but I'm moving soon so want to hit all of the greats I haven't been to or didn't know about.

Hey everyone! Fairly new to the city and looking for some cool restaurants to try out. What are some of your favourite places around the city?

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Can someone recommend a bar with a dj in queens? Somewhere with a frat boy crowd lol

How frequently do you buy a cup of coffee from a coffee shop versus brew your own at home?

I need a good snaker plug in the Nova area.

New guilty pleasure: Indian Matchmaking on Netflix

How in the world do you eat the recommended amount of protein? Do you snack on ground beef? Have chicken breast for breakfast? I’m 130lbs and struggle to eat more than 50 grams on a good day.

Need referal for pwc, infosys, e&y, kpmg, Accenture, wipro
Guys pls help 🙏

I’m looking to get into the banking world. I have 3 yoe in FinTech as an analyst and a manager. I’m interested in becoming an analyst at JP Morgan or Raymond James. Can anyone share what the WLB would be as an analyst? Or any suggestions on other companies I’m not thinking of? Located in Tampa, FL.

Hi! This is post is for a friend who was recently laid off due to budget constraints at their company. They’re actively looking for new roles in Business Analytics, Finance or a combination of both. Any referral would be extremely appreciated.

Trying to get an investment job in Toronto as a new immigrant. I have 4 yoe in consulting, investor searching and financial service (risk). Currently working at call center to get local experience (bilingual), opportunities for internal transfer, while preparing for CFA 3 Feb 2023. Any ideas what to prepare in extra?

Need career advice. Trying to break into a finance role, preferably an Analsyt role but I have no transferable experience. I worked as a mortgage loan officer (which is sales) for 2 years after college, but since mortgage is such a niche industry, no hard skills transfer and have no relevant undergrad internships unfortunately. I know I can essentially get any sales job I want in finance IE: financial advisor etc. but don’t want to be stuck in sales forever. Any advice?

Does anyone have feedback on working for Mercer Advisors? I see a few positions in the Rockwall/ Dallas area that intrigue me. I’ve read Glassdoor reviews- was looking for more in-depth info.
I have my SIE, Series 6 and Series 63.
What is the work culture like, PTO, management style? Thanks!

Just curious. Why are the ME offices always hiring? Is it because people are leaving all the time versus other regions? Or just that the business grows crazily all the time?

Does anyone want to get brunch this weekend?
Finally settled into the city and have the time and desire to keep up with social calendars!

F25- Southeast Austin.
Don’t work at Deloitte anymore, if that matters!

Is backgrnd verifcation done after joining the DBS ?

After nearly a year WFH and being with my family 24/7, I’m not entirely sure we actually like each other. Or maybe they don’t like me being at home. Or they don’t like me. Probably the latter 😞

Is experience required to get your first salesforce job?

What industry in Atlanta offers the best prospects (most demand) for privacy law/compliance exits?

Is there such place as non toxic ID firm? Or does any of ID attys like what they do? I moved from general practice to an ID firm six months ago. Biggest mistake of my life. I am trying hard not to just quit and walk away as I’m battling head cold but still have to bill bill bill and get criticized for not billing right and etc and cases being piled up - while everyone is looking forward to the long weekend. I seriously question my judgement. Need word of wisdom just to get through this hellhole

OK, so, right now I make a helluva lot, but I think I wanna make a bloody helluva lot because that seems to be what I should do - and what many of you do, as well. So, I wanna know from you super lotters what threshold I need to reach to fill the dark and empty void and be consumed and enveloped in the warm embrace of self-satisfaction and peace of mind. Please depict this value in terms of a recognizable sum, like avg yrly Swiss household expenditure per capita or Lambos.

How long do pe ops jobs usually take to get back to you in final stages? If it’s been a week am I done?

Just promoted midyear to PM at Bofa. salary seemed soft at 150k in top 10 market. Anyone else have any input?

I tutor for cfa if anyone needs help.

Copywriters: I’m going on maternity leave and we just posted a role for contract, 5 months. If you’re interested, DM me. You’d be working on products & product marketing. (Austin UA connected Fitness)

How is the Sheraton in Hong Kong?

I am amused by civilians that talk about traveling like they know what they are talking about. Ha!

What basic skills/capabilities/knowledge/tools expected of your professional level do you feel embarrassed to not yet have mastered or possess?

What are the BCG ring fences and how is each one? Can you join any of them or are you required to do the one closest to your home office

Who’s doing not good, good, better and best re. Advanced Analytics?
- MBB
- Tier 2
- Boutiques
- Tech firms
- Startups
- ...

What are your thoughts?

I know this has been asked a million times but: I have two weeks to prep for BCG case interviews. What resources should I use?

Has Deloitte gotten laid off yet?

Why does it seem most people always want to switch to something else, e.g another group, another client, another company? Is anyone satisfied with the status quo?

Interested in a San Francisco/Bay Area networking/support group for consultants that have been laid off?
See comments for more details

Any book recommendations for someone looking to get into a Product Owner / Manager role?

Best computer Lenovo X1 or X?
For a partner so I don’t need all the horse power a consultant would but I still do a decent amount of excel.

Any entrepreneurs out there that feel like there’s a million things no one told you before starting your company? (Good&Bad) 5 years in myself and nearly could write a book with my list of sh*t no one told me… curious to know what’s on your list???

Best consulting firms for the retail and CPG industries?

Joining a small firm <5 people (Co-founder is MBB former partner / my mentor). Any 🐟 go down this path / have advice?

Can any Delta 🐠 DM some spare drink vouchers for my birthday flight tomorrow :’)

Has anyone ever gotten a verbal offer for a new job and then been completely ghosted afterward (pre background check)?

Does EY provide tuition reimbursement / MBA sponsorship? I know Deloitte has GSAP, but I wasn’t sure if EY has something similar. If so, what are the requirements?