Anyone ever booked a govt rate Marriott? Do they check? I know they don’t really check corporate rates that much. Not saying it’s right.

Hi folks!

I'm new to this platform. Brief Intro - A B.A (Tourism and Travel Management) grad from BLR, total 5.8 years of experience in Customer/Client focused Services and Business Development. Working for an Ed-tech as a Business Development Manager. (2+ yrs)
Currently pursuing Product Management course to switch n scale my career.
Would really appreciate any guidance/reference for Internships, or Associate Product Manager roles.

115000 Bonvoy Points vs $500 cash (corporate rate) for 3 night stay. Which is the best value here?

Do any of the top consulting firms have analytics roles (preferably not super technical) that don’t require weekly travel?

How do you take care of your dog if you travel for work with your dog? Does your dog get enough exercises when you’re in travel? If it’s possible, I would like to know everything.

29/M , I love to listen , cook and travel internationally.
I am looking for a Female who is funny, stylish and willing to try new things.

Is there an uberpool version of chartered private jets? With this summer openings and travel restrictions lifted, domestic flying is going to be a massive hassle and aiports overcrowded. Wondering if theres a way to fly with smaller jets and smaller more private terminals by splitting costs among 8–12 people

Ever since moving to hybrid work, my coworkers are always complaining about how much they hate their jobs, how much of a hassle it is to travel or work from home. How can you be expected to do your job when you're just so far away from everything?

Travel industry sales reps check in here! What's your base? Mine is 60k which seems low.

Project ends soon, looking to switch over to Accenture, Strategy& etc. Anyone have any opportunities? Actually looking to travel for work for a little bit

Fishes,

Please suggest a good credit card for regular air travel , airport lounge access with less/annual charges.

Any review on IDFC first select credit card

Director of sales looking to move into a remote (WFH). The quality of life was so much better during the pandemic that I do not have an interest in going back to the way it was (current company's stance). Any ideas on suitable roles as most sales director jobs require travel?

Thank you

Hey! Considering negotiating my pay after 1 year of CT experience. In Florida my base is $29/hr. How much of a raise should I ask for (if they don’t automatically give one)? And should I wait to be a travel tech with another year of experience?

Does anyone have any connections or referrals for a healthcare travel recruiter company? Looking at Aya, AMN, MedTravelers but open to others!

Dad got laid off. Drinking got worse. Attempted assault on sis and mom. Had to put up in hotel. No clue on next steps (legal and personal). Project is complete shit show and SM is not getting it. Idk man...

What engineering fields have the most opportunity for someone who wants to travel as part of their job?

Worth getting the Marriott bonvoy credit card with the 100k points bonus? Annual fee is $95. Already have CSR.

Is there any way to travel or live internationally while working for the US government? I’m working in finance and accounting. Would love to know how and where.

Looking for a Full-Time position!

Currently, work as a Project Coordinator for an Travel/Event tech-startup. Ideally remote or in Orlando, FL. I have experience in sales & marketing as well.

Can I ask SPG ambassador to help on my Marriott reservations?

Tips for an upgrade in Vegas?

What’s the best practice for giving notice. Is it suggested to wait till the employment verification from employer abroad (from few years back. For e.g India stint) clears if rest of the background check has cleared.

Are people here allowed to use AI advertising tools at their work? I got beta access to one and made a bunch of ads and didn't tell my boss because it saved me so much time..... Scared to bring it up. Are you allowed to use AI advertising tools at work?

Which of the FAANG companies have a better Work life balance and culture? Unhappy SM here who needs to switch cuz of the toxic work culture at D!

making a solo trip to LA this weekend ... any recommendations for good solo activities?

Boston people - I have a set of GMAT veritas prep books for sale for $50. DM me if interested.

Hey Fishes, I feel the RTO policy in not getting enforced rather it is getting imposed it seems (in ZS across offices). Suddenly from being employee centric they have shifted their focus to ZS culture and values. Let the thoughts pour in!

Hello fishes,

Urgent ask!
How is the "COGOPORT" company?
Work culture and Learning in general?

What is first year MBB partner comp? Was told it is significantly lower than the US. How does the comp change year after year?

Are people who joined in January not receiving any hikes this year at ac kolkata?

Left Deloitte this year. Kind of felt bad about missing the retention bonus bc I still like DT. But I got an unexpected $60k RSU award today and now I’m not feeling bad anymore. Still will always be grateful for my time at DT though.

Meeting with a recruiter at one of the FAANG companies. I won’t be able to move jobs because of H1b /GC at least for the next year. Any idea if I should start off with that or should I just try to understand the work that they have been doing?

Welcome to the JP Morgan Chase & Co. bowl! Glad to have you here!

Want to buy a decent future proof gaming rig without breaking the bank - any tips?

Two offers: (1) big 4 technical accounting in financial services and (2) technical accounting for a well-known PE firm helping their portfolio companies. Same compensation and benefits. Advice please!

Other than a client project, what's a good way to get trained up on cloud security?

What compensation should I be targeting for a Vice President role at a PE firm with $6.5B AUM in terms of salary, bonus, and carry? How might this differ for an operating partner at a PE fund? TIA!

Question for anyone who may be able to answer.

We are looking to file something like an injunction injunction to stop a property sale. The property is owned by a sister and brother. Brother is deceased so it passed down to his children. The heirs bad no idea the aunt is trying to sell. Can we file some type of injunction?

OTS is growing rapidly and leadership has asked us SMs to assist with recruiting. One of our needs is for cybersecurity and data privacy consultants interested in M&A e.g. CISSP, CISA, CIPP, CIPM, etc

Least stressed city to work in consulting?? I’m reevaluating my life and thinking of relocating from the east coast because WLB and constant hustle is taking a toll. Looking into Denver and San Diego.

Anyone hiring senior level consultants in financial management in the DC area? If so please shoot me a message

A&M PEPI fishes how is the WLB at your firm ? Was reached out by a recruiter, work seems interesting but I’ve heard that you guys work A LOT and when in a case it’s 12-14 hours of work each day. Please provide honest advise, I don’t want to waste anyone’s time if it’s not a good fit.

Thanks 😊

Should I get the iphone X or wait for the next iphone?

What are expected utilisation rates for entry level consultants? Been here 9 months and only done billable work for about 3 months of that. Bored out of my mind for the majority of my time here.

Deloitte fish: I’m an alum trying to do some retirement planning. I was an SM2 vested in the pension plan (I worked in DTTL for 7 years ending 2013) and want to find out what my actual benefits will be and at what age. I have no paperwork and 800-Deloitte does not seem to have a way to route me to the right people. Does anyone have a human contact or procedure that can help me get this info?

Does anyone have the AWS Cloud Practitioner certificate and does it hold any value? I’m non-tech looking to get some certificates under my belt to be more marketable in my job search

Worthwhile getting the AWS cloud practitioner cert? (Will there be a return financially in ease of finding job or higher salary)?

PPMD 🐠 - As a senior assistant I want to go above and beyond with my partners. I am lucky enough to know the teams very well and my PPMDs are amazing! What are some things that you would like to see more of? I handle calendaring, inbox management, event planning and will help the team with whatever they need. Is there anything else I can do to help? I’ve asked my people and they just say to continue what I’m doing, but i feel like i can/want to do more!

Best way to study for AWS cloud practitioner certification? (Not very technical but hoping to learn)

Someone reached out to me on LinkedIn about becoming an author on the side. Has anyone heard about such a thing?!? The person said she’s worked with 800 consultants writing their books and marketing it for them.

what happena if you dont give your two@weeks notice

anyone work on a team where other individuals take credit for their work? How would you approach that?

What are the differences between GPS and commercial sector practices?

Growth opportunities, pay, wlb, etc?

Is there any distinct cultural differences in how the Restructuring (incl. Turnaround, Value Creations) team work between the Big 4?

Whats a typical protiviti r&c director salary in a medium col city? Any idea??