Anyone resigned lease that had covid free months/ incentives recently? Were you able to keep some incentive or did price went back to normal?

Anyone letting their hair grow out and donating to charity after COVID ends? I haven’t gotten a haircut since before the pandemic and don’t feel safe to get one until it is over. For people who have donated hair before any organizations you would recommend?

This parenting-while-working-during-Coronavirus has led to my kids making fake ads about Lysol wipes and hand sanitizer.

For those who got their coronavirus stimulus checks, what did you or plan to spend it on?

How can I help India with their Covid crisis? Any reputable sites to donate money?

SO is an attorney as well and has been diagnosed with a serious illness. We can’t spend much time together due to risk of COVID exposure so it’s really hard for me emotionally. I don’t want it to affect me at work and faking a brave face is so draining. Just needed to vent, I’m so grateful for this group.

Why is New York parading around like it did a good job with the Coronavirus? It didn’t.

Does anyone maybbbbbe think that this new “spike” in corona virus cases could be possibly caused by these massive riots in every major city? Not saying the riots are bad or wrong, but let’s not kid ourselves and say these aren’t a contributing factor. So when people are surprised at the USAs rising rates, I mean come on...

My grandmother died a few days ago (not COVID). She knew it was coming and had communicated her funeral and burial wishes to the extended family. (Cont.)

COVID-19 Refunds - Anybody getting refunds for prepaid monthly services- after care/daycare, nanny services, etc.? In the area we live in the day cares are just not giving any refunds, so unethical.

Is anyone in general just disappointed with the state of the world with covid? I feel like we’re sorta back to square one and I’ll never get the work travel perks again

Just took a mandatory pay cut due to COVID-19. Thinking about freelancing to cover some of that loss, but don’t want to create any conflicts with my current gig- any advice/tips?

I have a good girlfriend who is 7 mos pregnant. Her current gig just cut her salary due to Covid, but offers 3 mos paid maternity leave. She has an upcoming zoom interview with a company with whom she think she’d be a good fit. She’s wondering if she should disclose her pregnancy at a call back interview or after an offer is made. Thanks for any insight you all have!

Touchy feely client asked me today, “how come you never talk about your family? Don’t you get along with them? Family is so important to me.” I’ve been feeling particularly alone and lonely during Covid, but even before... I’m 50, single, never been in a relationship, really feeling kind of down at this “midpoint” in my life. I kind of keep people at arms length especially clients I’ve never even met in person. 😔 How do you even respond?

Booked a short weekend trip in Chicago awhile back for next weekend and I’m wondering how difficult it is to find stuff to do with covid going on. Anyone have any recommendations?

Are there any ways to get practice at public speaking besides Toastmasters? Obviously things are very not normal in this area because of Covid but thinking more long-term. Ideally this option would be free. Thank you!

What grade (A-F) would you give your state or district in their covid response?

And just like that, COVID-19 has found its way back to front page news headlines with 24x7 airtime.

I have a salary range in mind for a new role based on online research and target increase from my comp now. But my research shows the data points are for salaries in HCOL areas. Do I need to adjust what I ask for if it’s a remote role and I’m not in HCOL city? Don’t want to overshoot and lose a great opportunity.

Designer Compensation Thread: List your company, level name, location, base, stock, bonus, and total compensation so we can get an idea of salary across the industry Hope this can benefit everyone!

Selling a Yamaha digital piano! Includes a free 60 min intro digital lesson 🥳 DM for more info!

What are some scenarios that would cause the USCIS to deny someone’s H1B after being selected in the lottery?

Anyone know Accenture’s PTO Policy?

Anyone looking for a freelance graphic designer or illustrator? Just got laid off, and could use something to hold me over.

Has consulting taught you any lessons that you apply to your every day life?

What should I look for as I apply to my first copywriting job? Culture? Awards? Creative directors' books?

Layoff news from Deloitte! Is there a pattern?

Senior 1- should I go to Goldman IA now or stay in B4 risk assurance?

Up for a promotion from SC to M. Just got an offer to work for a nonprofit doing the work I love, but with a 10-percent salary cut from my Deloitte base. Would of course have a better WLB. Thoughts?

What’s the starting salary for entry level M and SM in C&M service line in tech consulting ?

For the TPM final round, can you get system design questions for non SWE or analytics domains? I was told there could be 4-5 rounds, and 2 rounds with SWE/PM etc. My domain is supply chain, so trying to prep accordingly. Is it possible to have all interviews be with TPMs/PgMs?

If I really don't enjoy my project and want to roll off, will I get fired?

Do you consider a retention bonus as a counteroffer if you did not mention you have an offer from another company?

Starting a new client after being on the bench for over a month 😩

What is right compensation for Salesforce Program architect role with 7.5 yoe living in nyc. Also what is the travel policy

Hi fishes, Is there any openings for Java developer with 14+ YOE ?

Should I take the Siegfried job? They gave me a competitive package and also helped with relocation. Is this a good move out of audit? Alao interviewing with FDD but just started. Is Siegfried bad?