Apartment locations ? New-grad moving to Toronto (Associate PwC) Any recommendations for rentals (areas) and transit tips ? Thanks

New to Chicago. Found a room in a 3bed/1 bath near the Addison brown line stop for $650/mo. Not modern, but a nice place & walkable Southport. 45 min commute to work. Is it worth the trade off?

Ciao a tutti!

I will be visiting Milan from 15 to 17 of December. I love meeting new people, so if anyone is down for a coffee chat or a walk around the city please hmu! :)

Hey guys! Happy Jubilee weekend 👑 By the looks of it, the picnic is a no-go this Sat, June 4 due to the weather… so for those interested, we’re meeting at Mercato Metropolitano @ 3pm instead. Should be there for a few hours. Not sure what the crowds will look like, but hopefully we’ll find a spot. Feel free to drop by! Will post a pic of where we land or just DM me to join the WhatsApp group. Address: 42 Newington Causeway SE1 6DR (closest station - Borough)

Going through LAX on Thursday around 5pm if anyone is "in the area" and wants to meet for a drank in the terminal. Flying out Sunday at 5pm if that works too!

Traveling to London Heathrow from US, worth it’s to splurge at the airport? Is it really that much cheaper?

Portugal vs. Spain for a one week trip in April

Is it too entitled to complain to a hotel about a dirty so dirty it's nearly opaque? I quite like the view and the hotel is full. It's a Westin property if that matters.

Best travel cc

Is it better to fly in and out of LaGuardia from the United or AA terminal? Is there a difference? Tips for navigating your way through LGA?

Planning a trip to Austin, young couple looking to move here from DC what neighborhoods should I see and or any thoughts on other cities to visit for the same reason.

Anyone been on Singapore Airlines Airbus A350-900ULR?

Is anyone able to book a seat through Magnet in the new office space?

Extremely off topic but I’ll still go ahead an ask 🥲 :
Are the pushpak buses still functional from Gachibowli circle to airport ? I don’t see them these days in kondapur area so , if anyone from Hyderabad can help with this info 🙏

What’s the norm to spend on a nice hotel per night?

Hi guys! Planning a trip to europe in late July and trying to find a schengen visa appt in chicago and having trouble. Seems a lot of countries don’t have slots?? Freaking out. Any advice on which country is easier to find appts and has a fast processing time? Thanks!

Any recs for best hotels in Chicago to work at for a week? Any with amazing pools that I could “work” from during the day?

Hello, I’m thinking of going to Napa soon, does anyone have any ‘must do activities’ recommendations?

Do junior associates at large firms ever travel to other cities/countries? If so, under what circumstances?

Has anyone heard anything at all about Covington NY? Any thoughts on culture, practice area strengths, office, etc would be appreciated.

Should I opt for Chromebook or use the reimbursement route for laptop ? And are there any conditions if I am opting for reimbursement route.
Gonna join in a few weeks.

Folks who got their H1-B approved this year, what date was your case received by USCIS?

In Cognizant, what is the bench period for lateral hires?

Considering a switch to pharmaceuticals-specially have interest and skills in patient advocacy but only non-profit hospital/healthcare experience. What is important to know to break into the industry?

Has your firm/company published any guidelines on the future working regime (wfh, hybrid, etc)? Uncle D was supposed to a few weeks ago but never did. Curious on the delay and what other employers are doing.

Here is my issue. I left my firm this summer for an opportunity I should have known was to good to be true. I realized it wasn’t what I was led to believe. Was able to return to my old firm. The return was “a favor”. But includes conditions. I am not happy, and need a change and honestly more money now rather than in 6-8 months. I knew it would be ruff when I went back but I didn’t expect it to be this ruff. Is my recent history gonna be a huge hurdle to even get an interview?

Is it bad to spend time with your SO every weekend? We’re both busy during the week so weekends are the only time we get

How do women feel about a significant other that works long hours and weekends (on a moment’s notice), but can provide for? It’s been difficult dating when schedule is constantly up in the air, but want to keep working to move up at current firm. Also, looking for a person that is equally motivated and engaging (or at least understanding).

Anyone out there or am I talking to a brick wall?? 34 M here.

Hi Partners! Last year when there was no bonus etc, it was my best year in EY and I actually made more money at EY compared to my previous years or this year(including the bonus and raise this year). Also keep feeling like I have been taken granted and not valued. I also don’t feel mentally challenged with what I am actually doing, just burning out. Want to have this conversation with the team. Any tips?

The difference between what you thought your raise was going to be and what it actually was

Question for some of the senior partners on this bowl: do you mind sharing what does the the top end of partner comp look like? Is it like 2-3M annually? And how many years it took you to get there after becoming partner?

Any recommendations for dishwasher with good drying options? I would like to stay under $1000 if possible.

Can anyone help me with referals for Data Analyst role.?
YOE : 3.5 years
Skills : Tableau , Python(Tableau API),MySQL,Advanced Excel,VBA

Hi All - I am looking for someone who is willing to refer a friend to a PR communications job (Entry Level - 2020 New graduate) in the NY / NJ / TX area. Any help would be appreciated! Thanks!!

Looking to transition from B4 Financial Services (NY) to Big Law and am hoping to connect with someone who has done that before (or is looking to do the same) to discuss their experience. Please leave a comment or DM me if you’d like to chat!

Is the life science /pharma market extremely competitive in Canada?

For the 🐠 looking to exit, how is the job market right now? Is it heating back up? Thinking of starting to look but not sure if it’s the right time right now.

Anyone here at Accenture strategy willing to chat over a virtual coffee?

Are any consulting firms offering WFH meal expensing?

Hi gang! New to the Fishbowl community!
Big 4 SC here, recently interviewed at BCG for experienced hire role. Did not get the role (froze during interview -_-). Any tips on not getting intimidated?

I’ve had issues since high school, but just formally got diagnosed with ADHD. I’ve always managed to get by okay at work (I’m no super star), but remote meetings have been really difficult for me and I now feel like I’m barely hanging on. Trying meds now, but no benefits yet. Pros and Cons of disclosing the diagnosis to my team, partner, or firm? I’m torn.

What’s the salary for Managers at Strategy& in Toronto? And next level up and down (assuming it’s SC and Principal?) thanks

Which consulting firm is involved in these Ontario government decisions 🙄

for those who got paid today like did - happy pay day! curious if there’s a pay difference - lets say at bcg for example - between an undergrad associate to consultant promo, and a mba consultant. cheers!

What are some of the best consulting firms for digital strategy roles? Looking for a change and was wondering which of the T1/T2 firms have digital practices in Canada. I have applied to ATK and McK. BCG is working to establish their presence in Canada but their team is focused on establishing top down. Bain doesn’t have digital focus. Can anyone shed some light on other T2 firms?

What are the main differences in role/responsibilities/client between Deloitte Omnia / Accenture and BCG Gamma / McK Quantumblack?

Flying after ages and have a few questions.
Context: I have an 8am flight to LA this Thursday.

1. I do need PCR test 24h before leaving, correct?

2. How's the morning rush at Pearson? Will have to go through US border screening in Toronto so I wonder how early folks would recommend showing up?

Has anyone travelled recently? Thanks in advance!

Is My Consulting Offer worth it? I am thinking of just getting their bootcamp but its still pricey? Any advice

I am an SM3 at B4 in India and transitioning internally to Toronto. I am have experience in FS Risk (Model Risk). I have 11 YOE and placed at the top end of the SM band in India. What salary should I be expecting at SM3 level in Toronto?