Anybody been to Iceland recently, or have any recommendations of things to do? Planning on spending over a week there this summer, and will have a car to get around.

Has anyone gotten matched to Delta diamond from EP or 1K? In our status match program it shows platinum as the highest tier for matching. Any tricks?

I’m desperate to get out of town. Can’t really do Road trips bc I can’t drive for long periods due to injury. Where can I fly to that’s relatively safe and I’m not putting anyone at risk?

First business trip in 20 months. TSA agent yelled at me for nonsensical reasons. I almost cried. I was worried things would change, but they are just as dehumanizing as always. Felt like home.

Anyone up for mountains?

Best Marriott property in Brooklyn?

Planning early June honeymoon with ~350k Marriott Bonvoy points - we’re looking at either Europe or Asia as potential locations - any recommendations for hotels? I.e. W Maldives, Marriott Momi Fiji..

Flying over to Thailand in a couple of months with a long layover (10 hours) in Dubai. Is it worth leaving the airport? And how easy is it to get around the city?

Lifetime SPGer who is staying at a Marriott hotel for the first time. Platinum gift is 1k Marriott points (vs 500 spg points) and the green choice is 1k points for the whole stay (vs 500 per night)...

Going to India from DCA (flights were cheaper) but I live in Houston. Flight from DCA is at 10 pm. Should I book my flight from Houston to DC the same day or one day earlier? Given the flight cancela.

Claim Reps. I have an interview with Travelers Today. Any Tips? Much appreciated.

Any Malta tips for must dos/tourist things to avoid? Getting conflicting input re: the major (read: crowded) tourist sights

Planning a 10-12 day trip late April / early May. We are looking to spend 3-4 days in a region of Italy and we can’t decide between Cinque Terre and the Amalfi coast. We have the rest of the trip pretty much planned out but are up in the air with these two options. Open to any Pros / Cons or experiences you’ve had!

Sitting in the airport in Nashville. Whole lotta drinking going on. This town, like so many others can get raucous. Anyways, it’s late (10:30 flight) and I go to the coffee counter and ask for a black coffee, no room for cream. It’s like a secret handshake. Yes…I am, Said with just a small vague smile. No charge. Have a good night she says. I will, thanks. Grateful for one more day into this 2,948 day, 13 hour, 33 minute journey.

Was told I had to leave a Marriott hotel last night mid stay due to a fire alarm compliance issue. They credited 6k points and gave me a room at a nearby Marriott property for the night. Con’t...

Sorry 🐠know it has been asked but don’t find it. How to decide whether to redeem bonvoy/Marriott points or pay the night (personal travel)? What is the value you should seek to in Cents per point? Tia

What are fun water based things to do in DC? All boats seem to be booked up for Memorial Day.

My CSR just renewed earlier this month. Last year my first $300 of travel expenses was deducted off my credit card (including Uber’s) but that does not appear to be happening even though I just renewed. What gives?

Marriott Wailea or Ritz Kapalua -going in April for a week. Looking fr reviews from folks who have been recently. Booking as Marriott premier elite. Chances of getting upgrades? Service?Crowd? <CONTD>

Iceland in Mid April
1) recommended with a 2.5 year old?
2) hotels to stay in - any good Marriott properties?
3) must do

Hi I have recently joined Infosys as associate Consultant and I was hired for salesforce role but I have been mapped to core java project. What is the Workaround to get project of my technology?
Please help

My technology is Oracle apps technical with 9+ yrs of exp.
I have 3 offers please suggest which one i choose .
Current ctcs in IBM 11Lpa
TCS 19.5 Lpa ( including fixed + variable+ retention bonus)
Cognizant 18.7 (18fixed)
Wipro 20 (17 fixed + 3v)

Done with two rounds of interview on may 17 th for the position of aml analyst. Interview was good. Approached HR for the update. They said the role is on hold, they will give update soon. Till no updates. What does it mean?

I’m working for an ads platform company in Japan and thinking about moving to the US or elsewhere. Would love to hear your story, or I can share anything about working life in Tokyo!

How do Rolex waitlists work with respect to different models? Like if an AD could let me have a Sub, Exp 1 or 2, DJ, GMT, etc I would honestly take whatever is available first. Are there lists for specific models or is it sort of just one big pool?

General Question!
According to the new Wage Rules, are companies giving Basic Salary as 50% of fixed Pay? Should we ask HR of our current company or the next company to actually do the same? Or the rule isn't a mandate and it's upon companies to follow it ?

What is the expected salary hike for one getting promoted from A to AC or AC to Consultant in ZS India for December promotions?

To those attorneys who went from defense (not just ID) to do plaintiffs work - have you been doing better financially? I am so sick of the billable hour model and client reporting guidelines. I’m located in the Midwest/St. Louis - decent market.

What is an average salary of senior BA?

Has anyone ever successfully presented a complex Visio flowchart in PPT? Any tips and tricks much appreciated!

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???

Hi, I am bringing together a team through a reorg any suggestions on how to bring a new team together remotely?

Anyone working at Foresite Capital? Would be keen to learn about the company a bit more!

Shower thought:
Why did Toronto (or Canada?) change the exit signs from the classic red EXIT sign to the green running man? Wouldn’t it confuse more people especially elders in finding the exit?

Also isn’t it a waste of money for businesses to replace perfectly functional exit signs when renovating?

Hi All,

I have 2 offer please suggest which 1 to go with.
1. CTS 9 ( 8.55 Fixed 45k Variable)- Tech Lead
2. Vodafone 9 same as CTS they matched plus JB-50K - Band I
Exp 3.9
Skills: Oracle DBA
Your inputs will be highly appreciated to choose best comparing WLB and Job Security.

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???

Silly question to start the day - Why do we refer to an email as a “note”? I know it’s minor, but some corporate jargon just rubs me the wrong way

Headed to bschool and considering Brand Management at a CPG company. The thing is, I already make ~$100k and with Brand Management salaries starting around $105k, it seems like a horrible ROI. Thinking I should just stay in consulting. How would you look at it?

I respond to client emails in the middle of the night from my phone to make it look like I work ridiculous hours.

how do you think through complex issues to derive solutions? any frameworks, books, papers etc folks would recommend?

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

Anyone ever asked for proof of employment when using corporate codes at emerald aisle/ adding family members as additional drivers? I heard this happen at other rentals not sure if emerald aisle would be different as you skip the counter

Has anyone here traveled to Zion in December ? How was your experience ?

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

What are some technical industry roles that isn’t too development focused you can switch to from consulting? I like analytics but don’t want to do core data science. What are other areas?

Just got scheduled for my first solo engagement! Wish me luck 🥹

What are the weirdest reasons you have heard for people being laid-off? I have heard someone getting laid off because they missed submitting their time-sheets for 3 times in a year.

Beside toastmasters, what are other ways to improve communication and public speaking skills? Books, podcasts...?

I just connected some dots and got a colleague off the bench and on some billable work. What a great feeling! 🤓

Any good book recommendations for new Managers in consulting ?

Are alcoholic beverages free for those in delta comfort? Newbie to the status game. Help!

I’m an island boyy

Ugh! Got 2 hours left in a 14 hour drive with younger sis. Both of us getting on each other's nerves and I hate road trips. Help fbfam! Anything entertaining? 😔

What are the best consulting companies in the US focused on Sustainability, either Strategy or Ops?