Anyone know how they can extend their Hilton points from expiring at the end of the year with no travel this year

Can we consider cars from the 90s to be classics?

Sub question: what's your favorite 90s-era car? Extra points for pics.

Lyft driver delayed picking me up 30 min, resulting in me canceling my ride and asking hotel to call me a “yellow taxi” to get to the airport because it was 5am and all ubers/lyfts were 15 min. Specifically said yellow. Hotel calls me a private lux SUV and the driver got out of the car to handshake the man who called and said hi (honestly money couldve been passed). I then get hit with a $180 ride. Marriott website says taxi should be $65. Should I complain or let it go?

Any pointers on which practice areas at BCG Dubai has most clients in Dubai/remote work? Planning to join BCG Dubai soon and because of some personal issues, I just cannot travel outside Dubai. Will it be possible at BCG Dubai?

Is it just me or Marriott is actively trying to kill the SPG brand. Have been trying to reach SPG platinum customer service line - 3 attempts so far, each lasting 30 mins, no success yet.

Anyone else not getting points / nights for recent Marriott stays? Account activity isn’t working in the app

Is the a black market for rewards points? I want to get rid of my delta points for either American or Marriott points

What are your top Excel ninja tricks? Ones that few people know...

Hello Fishes . Anyone works for delta here ? I need your help . Want to know about work culture and job security .

More travel tips for a newbie?

Things that really irk me while flying:1. People that are dumbfounded that can't carry on more than 3oz of liquids 2. People that just sit in first class when their ticket says 33D

Hi Fishes,
What is the hiring procedure in delta airlines for senior Software Engineer?

Hello - thinking of starting a small side coaching practice. Could use a bit of help because I've never thought about opening a side hustle but times are tough with two kids in college.

1. What is the best approach to collecting your fee? Each session? Pay the package cost upfront,? Other, and if so, what is it?
2. How do you collect it? Venmo? Credit card?
3. Do you have to register your business?

Thank you in advance for any guidance.

30th birthday coming up in December and would love to do it big, I haven’t celebrated a lot of birthdays in the past. Would love to skydive over the palm in Dubai, with that in mind, anyone have recs on where to stay and things to do in Dubai for 4-6 days? TIA

How many spark points have you got since the initiative began. I've received about 2200 spark points till date.

Bonvoy-ers: anyone else get assigned a new ambassador today?

1st time going to Spain in May. Thoughts on the itinerary? Barcelona 4 days -> Seville 3 days -> Cordoba 1 days -> Grenada 2 days -> Madrid 3 days

I’m doing some research on frequent travel for a new loyalty concept. Looking for newish analysts/consultants who would be willing to answer a dozen or so questions for a $10 Starbucks gift card.

Without asking or confirming, account lead booked an in-person client meeting that requires travel. Who books ~any~ major client meeting without first checking with the team ?

Hey all, I left four shirts in the wardrobe of my room in a Sheraton. They’re saying they are not in lost and found but I am 100% sure they were in the room. One of the shirts has sentimental value...

What’s it like being a pregnant freelancer? Is it hard to get jobs when you are far along?

Has anyone here been stationed in Quantico? My partner is PCSing there in January. Where is a good place to live? We think the DC commute is too far.

For those that successfully exited to the very competitive, big tech roles, how many applications did it take and how long? I'm at 9 apps to Google and 6 to MSFT with no luck so far and feeling discouraged

Hello fishes

I am going to have HR discussion for PWC they are offering Senior Associate position.
My skill is sap cfin. My current package is quite low as per the market i.e 9.6LPA. How much we can expect from PWC?? I am expecting at least 15LPA.
I have 10 YOE
Any suggestions??

Thanks

“Those glasses don’t make you look younger, they make you look older—but slightly more cool.”

🥺

Is job changing a good idea at this time? Considering recession, mass layoffs.

Yo, can we all just chill? About you know, everything?

Currently an engineer in MCOL area with 4 years experience (post graduating, not counting experience before/during college and large side gigs). I have a BS/MS/PhD in engineering and an MBA in business analytics. Currently making 100k as an engineer IV. As an engineer with a functional knowledge (but no former training) in IT and data analytics, what are the best avenues to get to 200k without changing fields and starting at an entry level position (or moving to a HCOL area)?

3 weeks in as an experienced hire and still struggling in terms of understanding my role on projects, networking, organization structure, firm initiatives and career development process. How long did it take you to settle in? Any tips?

Coin of Week 1: Vertcoin(VTC)

Do we get product discounts on Google hardware that we want to buy for personal use?

I am having 6 months of experience.
Can anyone refer me in a good company on java,js,SQL.

Hi Fishes,

YOE 11+
Skills : Java, Spring boot, hibernate, rest api, micro services, docker, kubernetes
I can join in 25 days (Already in notice period)

Can someone refer me for a lead or senior role?

Thanks in advance.

When a company asks us to provide the offer letter we are already having , is it fine to provide it to them as it is confidential.

Took my 2nd practice test and got a 630 (Q41/V35) after around a month of Manhattan prep. Is it possible for aim for a 730+? How many months/hours should I expect to put in for that?

If I joined verizon in June / July 2022 would I be eligible for hike in Jan 2023 / March 2023 ? What's the hike percentage like ?

I’m debating to join Locke Lord Dallas in transactional. I’m looking to stay at the firm long term and would appreciate any information y’all have. Please be as candid as possible.

Does Accenture have a policy to pay for spouse dependent visa?

Hello,

What is the notice period in EXL?

CAMS Prep...how much prep would an avg AML consultant with 4 yrs experience need to pass?

If I book travel with my amex plat, will I still receive the benefits the amex gold skymiles card offers because I'm a cardholder? I've called amex 3 times and those window lickers don't know.

Officially on maternity leave for 8 months after today!! I also got the green light for promotion, pretty happy with all things Deloitte right now! 👌🏻👏🏻

Got a call from PepsiCo. Any idea what the company culture is like? Been thinking of moving to industry.

🐠 Fam - What’s a good whiteboard solution for my home office? What do you use and from where do I get it? Thanks!

Westin, Conchal, Costa Rica, anybody have an opinion/review to share? Looking at a week with her Hotness in February.

How do I become an MBB employee? Is it possible to gain experience at big 4+ACN and then get referred in??

Hilton head or Myrtle Beach for a family of four (2 kids). Is Hilton head worth the premium? We plan on staying there for a month and just wanna be close to a beach. Safety is important.

Where is the excel with the best Hilton discount corporate codes

Layoffs at Walmart corporate 😬😬

Scotch recommendations? I’ve gotten into Lagavulin but know nothing about scotch and want to see if there’s something similar/better. Nothing crazy expensive

Currently at Big 4. Have offers for a PL/Principal at MBB and for a VP role at a Fortune 20 company. The VP role is more interesting and comp a bit better but I’m told would accelerate faster at MBB. The initial plan was to end up at MBB. What’s the best for future flexibility?

Anyone heard of NTT Data? It's the tech consulting arm of NTT group.

Any recommendations for a work desk?
Not looking for something too big or pricey. Easy assembly / disassembly is a plus.
I see foldable desks going for $100. Any foldable standing desks out there?

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?

Any good MMA/boxing spots in Chicago? Looking for west loop, or nothing north of river north

Need a good recommendation for a home office chair. I work from home a lot and need a new chair. My new one isn’t cutting it for me- it’s not comfy and I have lower back pain.

Accenture folks, seeing lots of news about layoffs at other firms here. Are we in the same situation?