Anyone else feel like Delta is blowing out your eardrums if you watch an inflight movie and they make an announcement? 😭 I always have to yank out my headphones-it physically hurts (even on low vol)

Just want to drop by to say that The Sylvester is the best bar in Miami.

Are Delta international award tickets fully refundable the same way domestic ones are?

How is the WLB and travel requirements in EY-Parthenon India(Senior Associate in Strategy and Transactions)?

Do you pay your credit cards in full every month?

I ask because I’ve let my credit spending get a bit lax since moving and adopting a puppy recently, so I haven’t been paying them off in full every month like I used to (though still well above the minimum payment, and keeping utilization at 30% or under). It got me thinking about how many people adhere to this advice.

Best podcasts for self improvement?

Loving The Knowledge Project by Shane Parrish right now

I do believe EY is d kindest when it comes to putting people first.Thank U Kelly.Resume travel based on CDC & facts, no layoffs in foreseeable future, extending trust when wfh& personal accountability

Is firm travel back up to pre covid levels?

How much do you typically spend on groceries each week?

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

Need suggestions for Pre made low carb meals while traveling?

Flight to CLT from NY is pretty empty. It is usually full, wonder what is going on.

Accidentally found the song ‚Life‘ by Zivert on Spotify. Perfect to lighten up a Sunday morning. Anything else you find worth sharing music wise? Have a great one!

Do you ever buy bottles to hold/age them and resell?

Do you play phone games during busy season?

Any good Chinese food around/near Arlington? I’m looking for stuff like lo mein, Singapore rice noodles, etc. not sketchy hole in the wall, but decent hole in the wall

Do you think video games are a waste of time? I think that not, but curious what others’ views are.

Any good spots for live music?? New to the area

Liberty Mutual has open roles for a Senior Market Researcher and a Senior UX Researcher. DM me for a referral and more info!

I get so nervous before meetings, my mouth dries up and I go to the bathroom couple times. How can I deal with this?

I’m starting an MBA program this week and can’t find a job in my field because I’m pivoting away from a musical arts career. Ideas?

One of the team member has applied leaves for continuous 3 days this month. Later she applied for a 15 days leave saying a medical emergency. Both the leaves were rejected from her manager saying connect with HR. though she is on leave without PM leave approval and this is not even prior notice to the team.
Now'what and all would be the consequences she might face. Is there any chance of these things are being escalated? Please advise!

After you are stealth laid off, other than job search, what do you do? I assume they won’t give you work and even if they do, you can politely decline? How do you feel about you are not progressing anymore and seeing other people progressing in their career? I have no intention to make partner, but still feel a bit stuck not doing that much.

Anyone else experiencing burn out from calendars being un-realistically moved up? We used to start spring costing in may !

I was on costing calls with my Vendors until 3am negotiating costs and had to be up at 6 am for a call with Pakistan vendors. Only to then work a full day and have another late night call tonight … it doesn’t end. 🫣

Any advice on how someone can make the shift from pharma to consumer goods?

after receiving the portal link to accept the offer letter, what is the deadline to I accept it?

Hello Team, Could you please let me know, how much salary will be sufficient to live in malaysia with family.

How much salary can we expect for 10yrs of experience.

Breakfast food is so much better and energizing at lunch (11:30 - 12:30) than it is early in the morning.

Any CAA or tax expert here?

Has anyone had an issue with index match and lookups returning NA when trying to manipulate data from a password protected workbook?

Does anyone have any experience with the agency Brand Buddy?
(Working under contract for)

7/14 check in - did 1 hr of weights! What were y’all up to?

I could be your next husband. Slide in my DMs to find out.

I’m in the middle of moving by myself. I’m job hunting, because I lost my last one. My relationship has basically imploded. I sleep a lot on a fucked up schedule because I’m depressed but I can’t afford help, and I only get it when insomnia gives me a break. I’m so done and over all of this. I have so many heavy regrets. Idk how to carry all of this.

I went through my gf’s phone and found out she had a crush on my best friend when we first started dating (over a year ago). I suspected this at first but it hurts to have it confirmed and see her telling her friends about him. I’m not sure how I should feel since I went out of line to look through her phone.

Hello

What is notice period for EY GDS? (60/90 days)

My younger brother has the opportunity to do Software Engineering at FAANG and consulting at MBB as a fresh grad. I told him to do SWE, but I’m afraid I’m giving him biased advise cause I’m jaded in this industry. If you were me, what would you advise him?

Anybody at the Westin Michigan Ave this week? Drinks?

Competitor asked for my salary expectations to jump ship and I provided it to them. If I get a raise before they provide an offer, is it ok/proper to revise salary expectations higher?

Which Canadian B school MBB or other top consulting firms regularly recruit from?

What’s with this trend of sending farewell emails to ALL of US Advisory? Worse, starting the email with “as many of you know...”

Can someone explain?

J-dubs buckhead...anybody else??

Does anyone want to go on an anti-internet explorer crusade with me? Worst. Fucking. Browser. Ever.

Hi 🐟!! How many have been using a standing desk during this time? Are you able to stand the majority of the day? Has it helped with concentration? Thanks!

Has anyone had their expenses rejected? Ever get a nasty note from Controllers on "high expenses" that hit an internal code? Do they ever reject (assume it's already been submitted in DTE)?

Best ergonomic desk chairs under $200?

Anyone take SHRM? How many hours did you study?

Accepted a new job at competing Big 4 but got a message from a recruiter from MBB. How do I respond to the recruiter? Is it worth it to take the call and be honest with them?

On the bench for a week or so before start of new project. Do I take PTO or just bill GAA. Any advice on managing utilization?

The most important question of the day, what is everyone doing for Cinco de Mayo?? #cheapMargaritas

The more efficient and faster I work.. the more I get.. and required to help others.. Anyone else experienced this?

How do I check my actual utilization (not the effective one). Mybusiness only tells me the effective utilization

Bain fish, does anyone know how utilization in North America is trending for this year?

My suit pants ripped beyond repair. Is it ok to wear a suit jacket without the pants, like a blazer?

Opinions on Harvard Extension School? How do you think it would be seen by hiring managers?