Any NYC/NJ Whiskey fans going to The Whiskey and Barrel Nite tomorrow ( Thursday, March 10th ) at the Metropolitan Pavilion? Would love to catch up and try some Whiskey fellow Whiskey fans. Tix still on sale.

What is your guilty pleasure when watching TV? Mine is love reality shows. OMG, I know that they are terrible, that they are acted and that there will always be unnecessary drama. But what can I say? I live for unnecessary drama

I’ll believe it when I actually have it in my hands, but apparently I successfully ordered a PS5 through their Direct lotto system.

Has anyone else noticed a change in clients since vet-related TV shows have become popular? I know you’ve watched Bondi Vet, but I actually am a vet, so please let me handle the treatment plan.

Seeking recs: San Francisco (downtown) mid-week outdoor lunch options for a business lunch?

What book has changed your life? Looking for personal growth/motivational books for summer

Turns out that Ellen DeGeneres' new show has been canceled by Warner. I didn't even know she had a new show, huh.

Does anyone else put on a stream in the background of a game they want to be playing but can’t cause of work/time constraints just so they can enjoy it by proxy?

Best place to watch the World Series in the city?

Where do you store your opened peanut butter jar? Do you refrigerate it or store it the pantry/shelf?

Anybody else hyped for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet? New trailer that came out today looked great, looks as if they're keeping the open world gameplay from Arceus, which is hype

Which starter are you leaning towards right now? I'm primarily leaning towards the Fire gator, although I'm curious to see the evos for all of them first.

Are there frozen meals that are Keto friendly?

What are people’s favorite summer cocktails or twists to drinks? Eg I found adding some rosemary to a g+t is a game changer

Food recs for LIC? Moving in soon and eager to get a list started. I personally love all kinds of food but too cuisines are Asian (Japanese/Sushi, Thai, Indian, Korean, and Chinese), Greek/Israeli, and Italian

Anybody have good restaurant recommendations for holiday party in mid jan? Probably ~30 people

Any tips for exploring wine country? Has anyone taken the wine train? Is it worth it? Ty ❤️

What are our thoughts on The L Word, Gen Q?

What kind of work we can expect in Barclays for Abinitio ETL tech stack for 5+ years of experience ?
Do they have good projects in Abinitio ?

US firms had mid year salary adjustment. Any firm has something similar in Canada?

Joined Virtusa at 21.5 lpa (20 lac fix + 1 lac var + 50k JB)
with:
YoE 8 yrs
Tech - RPA Dev
Curr ctc - 9 lpa fix

Virtusa purposely gave me offer one night before LWD on the name of approvals and I didnt get time to revise other lower offers of
1. Wipro - 15 lpa (13.5 lac fix + 1.5 lac var)
2. TCS - 18 lpa (16.2 fix + 1.8 var)
3. UBS - 18 lpa fix (No var).. not considered due to support proj

I asked 22 fixed to Virtusa but they gave 20 without seeing my offers, did I make good choice overall?

Does Deloitte India provide joining bonus.
If they provide can i know the amount they give?
I'm ready to join in a week and the Hr is telling max 50k

What side hustle can I start that allows me to make passive income with my storytelling and branding experience?

I am having doubts regarding shifts in project and job role in Societe General.Can I ask these questions to HR or it will lead to closure of my candidature as they might feel he is having issues with this?

What is the locking period for persistent system for re-attending interview? I gave interview 1.5 months back but was not selected that
Time. But now again getting call. Am I eligible to re-attend?

Thanks.

Anyone else really confused and worried about all the major layoffs in the tech space. I’ve seen all size firms layoff all types of work forces.

Does anyone have any tips/advice for how to manage budgets and be more efficient... I’m in my first year and I feel like I’m struggling with staying within the allotted budgets for returns...

Thought I’d share with you all this text from my husband this morning: “Any stocks you’ve wanted to buy? Market totally tanked today.” The way to a girl’s heart…

Anyone recommend any ADs in the DC area? Just moved here

Any Jr to Mid Art Directors out there that would like to buy a house, reduce the amount of late nights, and most importantly not worry about aging out of advertising? Come to the dark side aka Pharma and get that bag. No pharma experience necessary. DM me a link your work and we can start a conversation.

I’ve been promoted to vp in IBD at a MM. how should one think about eating a one year demotion to Asso3 in order to move to an EB?Stakes are much higher than a 2nd year analyst doing the same

What are the bowl’s thoughts on how to list representative matters as a junior-mid? Is this even something we should be doing? What if it’s not in a jx we practice in, so our name is not on the docket, motions, etc.? TIA

What are your thoughts on the everlasting friends debate - cheating or were they on a break?

I am long distance with my boyfriend and am feeling really unsettled about our relationship. We’ve been together 9 months, and long distance for 4/ 9. I love him and am lonely while distanced, but super happy with our relationship. I’m unsettled about the future and if we will be happy together in the future. I do not want to move to where he is located and he does not want to move here. He definitely wants kids, and I’m younger and more unsure. He’s a suburbs guy, and I want lavish city life.

Any thoughts on the IP litigation outlook in Atlanta and/or Charlotte? Looking to move but I’m not sure of the workload there. I predominately focus on patent infringement at my current firm.

What is your go to whiskey to cap off a rough day?

I am thrilled to announce we just passed the 1,000 member mark, and on a Friday to boot.

I am beyond thrilled to see there so many professionals who enjoy the brown water! Granted it’s still the middle of the day, but let’s see those TGIF/celebratory drinks! 🥳🥃

Your favorite cocktail and how you make it?

I have an idea for a live session. What if we have people recommend their favorite brands. We purchase them and then discuss? It could be like a book club but for liquor. At the close of each session we can select the next top 3 recommendations and so on and so forth? 🥃

Bit of an amateur... what’s a go to bottle of Irish whiskey?

Best scotch under $70, not too peaty

Pro tip - some of the Hirsch Single Barrels and Old Kirk is Willett purple top juice.

Bourbon recs under $50? (am in California)