Any non-fiction book recommendations? I normally don’t like NF but recently read Bad Blood by John Carreyrou and loved the style/pace. Any similar recs?

I have a lot of mindless closing binder assembly today so I’ve been watching Restrepo and Korengal in the background. It.... really puts things in perspective. I feel like such a baby for complaining about long hours or stressing over emails.

Desi Consultants!! - who all are thinking of hiring Sima Taparia (after watching Indian matchmaking on Netflix) for finding your future significant other?

Where to go with kids and grandparents during cold season in Chicago or Northshore? Moved to Northshore recently with 2 kids and parents visiting soon.
1. Restaurant recommendations.
2. Play areas.

Do you play phone games during busy season?

Do you avoid going to shows and concerts that restrict use of electronics? I want to go to a comedy show during the week, but there's a disclaimer that they kick you out If you're checking phone/smart watch, etc. I'm also thinking of shows where they put your phone in one of those dumb locking bags

Top 5 rappers of all time?

Wine or ice cream for dinner?

Any book recommendations to gift my cousin sister? She studied (masters) psychology and is a trained classical dancer.

The tell all was very good! Wasn’t it??? What was your favorite scene??

Best Italian restaurant for restaurant week?

Probably a long shot
Anyone have 2 tickets to game 7? Want to take my wife but stub hub fees are insane!!!
Anyone want to help a fish out?

Has anyone else seen ads for the musical “Shen Yun”, EVERYWHERE??? To date I have seen billboards, social media ads, posters, and received a mailer yesterday. Their media budget must be massive.

I've been working as a host for an expensive restaurant for a year. Considering how much a dish costs here, I don't understand why we can't be paid well instead of having to rely on tips to survive.

Good book recommendations on the basics behind M&A deals and the DD process? Asking for a friend who is looking to start a search fund and has operational experience but no finance.

I am a C-level EA currently on the job market —
in pursuit to “make my mark” in Tech & Marketing

Feel free to 📩 message me for résumé inquires or suitable networking

• 10+ years delivering Level 3 Executive Support
• Looking for Tech & Marketing AD industry referrals and connections

Thinking of getting a used Mercedes C 300 2018 in the Bay Area. Finding listings for $24,000 - $28,000/- certified pre owned for single owner under 30,000 miles.

Moving from Chicago and have never owned a car before.
Any advice on how to go about the search, red flags, negotiations, pricing, etc.?

Thank you.

'22 Lexus GX460 or '22 GMC Yukon SLT?
Both cost around the same - Lexus is more reliable and likely holds its value better but the Yukon is bigger and likely even safer.

Hi All,
Is there any openings for BA in your companies ?
6 yoe in OG / EC / Master data management / hydrocarbon allocations.

Looking to relocate to the Las Vegas area and trying to get a feel for what pay would be for a dialysis technician with 10years experience.

What is service line in EY GDS? How Many service lines are there in GDS?

In CA— should we file a motion to quash a subpoena for business records right away or file an objection first?

Marketing folks - may I ask how much you are earning based on yoe? I’m trying to make the transition and want to understand better about the salary range.

Need your suggestions
I got offer from product based company and intiated notice period in TCS. Now manager is saying he'll intiate on site opportunity for Mexico. And asking to revoke notice only after official confirmation for Visa. What should I do now.
Offered CTC -9.3lpa
Cctc 3.6Lpa

Being forced onto banking project with no finance background or cultural leanings—tips? 🥴

On what website can you search an attorney who is admitted in New York? To confirm their bad admission etc. TIA - I’m not in the US.

one thing I do not do is pick up the phone before 9:30…after 7 years, you would think they’d learn.

Does anyone in the forum run a distillery business? I am looking to start a bourbon business. Would consider buying an existing business. Would you contract distill or build your own?

The Wayfair human trafficking conspiracy is pretty wild 🤔

Any books/self help materials for someone who is constantly worrying (and waste a lot of unnecessary time)? E.g. No matter if i pass or fail an interview, there is always something to worry about. The worrying/anxiety multiplies when I proceeded further in the interview stages. Now that I signed the offer and is pending background checks, my anxiety is off the roof as it itches closer to my starting date.

Having seen some of the wild stuff in the past couple years does anyone have a good pointer for a basic “medic” course? Help slow/stop the “oh sh*t” for the real folks to get there?

*In the group bowl for more visibility*

What are the zoom happy hours for work like? I have one today that I don’t want to attend but feel like I have to

WHY ARE STOCKS DECLINING???

Week 13 of social isolation and we decided to get a cat. She’s here Monday, give me all your tips?

Anyone looking at traveling to Costa Rica? They have a list of states from which they will admit tourists while also requiring a negative covid test, health history, etc. As someone not on the approved list, I am bitter and curious why the population is grouped at a state level when there are massively different rates of infection within each state (not to mention personal responsibility) and you are already required to present a negative test. Any idea how often those lists get updated?

Wild to think some people don’t use excel as part of their everyday work life.

Is it weird that I hate attending work happy hours because all people do is talk about work?

Book recommendations? I’ve been reading atomic habits, and have moved onto Traders guns and money.

Anyone found an affordable adjustable standing desk they like? I have an iMac and a laptop is like to be able to fit on it.

What is dating during corona like? Is there any etiquette I need to be aware of? I stopped dating when the pandemic started, and just recently rejoined a dating app and have a first date this week. I know we both go outside and socialize with friends and neighbors (I’ve been careful and selective, not sure about him) so do I assume it will be like always?

Are more massive layoffs coming? What industries (in-house/ecomm) are safest right now or during a recession?

I bought a used car for $3k a year and a half ago and have put about $2k into repairs over the past 6ish months. Having trouble again and the mechanic (whom I trust) says it needs another $2k of repairs...do I do it? Do I buy a new car? Help!

How long does it take to get verified on this app

Has anyone successfully moved laterally in an org to escape a bad boss? How did you do it and how did you handle any political ramifications? (cont)

THERE'S A WHOLE NOTHER HALF HOUR OF THIS

Hi! Asking for someone who’s getting laid off at the end of the year — know it’s not advertising, but anyone have or know of any openings for occupational health and safety or environmental health and safety managers? Super experienced candidate with a wide range of experience. Please comment or DM me if so and I’ll get you in contact! 🙏🏻

It’s a bad time to move to a big city (LA, NYC) right? My lease is ending soon and I’d like to move at the end of the lease and not resign in my current location and move to a bigger city. Currently living in a LCoL city where things are not strict at all.