As a partner, "work-life balance" often feels more like a myth than reality. The struggle is real! Anyone else feel this way? Is it even possible to achieve a semblance of balance in this profession? If you've found ways to manage the juggling act, please share your wisdom!

Post Photo
like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

I agree with the quote. There is essentially a level of activities I’m willing to risk damaging my career to attend. The rest can be cancelled. What is in the former group shrinks every year

TY for that quote! For me, especially as a first gen lawyer it’s embracing the advantages that money can bring. Having a cleaning service to maintain the home, which for years was hard for me because I didn’t grow up like this (we kids were the cleaning service). It’s realizing that Absent emergencies, my body just will not let me work on a Saturday past 11 AM, it would rather force me into taking a long nap then having to work. It also includes taking vacations even mini ones or staycations. I never carry over vacation time after being burned by a firm that battled me over it claiming that time that I had accrued was forfeited over a policy change that I knew nothing about.

Related Posts

like

Hi Fishes

Which would be a good company to join based on WLB and job security -

Barclays
Altimetrik
Intertrust group
Synechron
TCS

YOE : 12+
Tech Stack : BA in Investment Banking

like

What work/life event (if any) made you arrive to the conclusion “this is just a job”? How old were you? At what point in your career / How many years of tenure?
How did your attitude towards work and work-life balance change?
Have you ever revisited or regretted your conclusion? Why/why not?

like

Hi fishes, I just joined PWC SDC kolkata, so how is the work culture and the work life balance here...any insights!!!

I feel stuck. This job is hard. Feels like lots of people piling on while I’m away from home and my SO. It would be nice to feel more supported and have less toxic clients.

like

ZS vs Axtria vs Fractal vs Cognizant vs Accenture?

Rank them in order of Work life balance and Job security?

like

I'm reading this book on boundaries. In the work section it says I should tell my boss that I can't work after 5 PM. Knowing that advertising work commonly goes past 5 PM...would my job be in danger if I said that?
There's not really a rule book that says I must work until the work is done even though it's an unsaid expectation. Thoughts?

like

Hai !!was looking out for job as an interior designer/architect.Looking out for a company with good work life balance!!If any pls ping.
Thanks in advance!!

like

How is PwC AC in terms of WLb and Career growth and opportunities? Tech -SAP YOE-6+ EY Deloitte PwC Accenture IBM Accenture Cognizant

like

What’s the going rate for a commercial senior underwriting role and what companies have you found to be most enjoyable with a solid work life balance? Personally love where I’m at, but curious to see what else is out there.

like

What T2 has best WLB? What are your avg hours?

like

Comcast Hi all, comcast offering 19lpa ctc for 7 yoe , tech stack qa automation. This includes 8% variable bonus pay. Negotiations done and they are not ready for further increase. Is this right pay considering market situation? Should i join because of good wlb ? Cctc 12.5

like

Are there any agencies where creatives actually have good work-life balance in LA, SF or anywhere else for that matter? Like no weekends or no working more than a 40-50hr week? Or do I have to go in house for this? Or do I have to leave advertising altogether?

I feel like I’m either getting burnt out by work or trying to heal myself from it. There’s never much time for real life and I don’t want to be on my death bed reminiscing like, “Wow, I made some cool ads.” Nothing scares me more.

like

Hi Fishes, Please share your suggestions for the below. Schneider electrical (or) Comcast (or) CTS (or) SCB Which one will be preferable considering market recession - job security - WLB - benefits. All offered decent CTC. TIA. Schneider Electric Tata Consultancy CTS Comcast Standard Chartered

How do new mothers especially first time moms deal with stress? My wife seems so stressed after having our baby 2 weeks ago and I’m unsure of how to help other than take care of the baby when I can. I went back to work and she’ll be a stay at home mom but I recognize that the baby is a lot to deal with. Any tips?

Please suggest which to choose

UST and CitiusTech

YOE: 5 yr

Preference: Long Term, WLB, Job Security

Tech stack: Backend, Node.js, AWS Development, MySQL

like
like

Hi Fishes,

Can anyone tell me about the Developer Specialist Role in Google Operations Center?

I have an offer for the Salesforce Developer Specialist role.

How is WLB there? Any Benefits? Is it worth moving to GOC?

like

PWC AC Kolkata UK team is the worst team.

They put a status call at 10 in the morning and expect to work throughout the day till 9PM with all the calls at night

If someone logs off at 8ish also. It is considered as early off. One the worst work life balance ever in UK supporting organisation.

There is no concept of 9 hours work schedule. I want to name few people but doing it

funny

Are there any life sciences firms that ACTUALLY have good WLB? And are hiring? Asking… for a “friend” 🥴

like

More Posts

Why too many people leaving FIS ?

like

I received a job offer today as a commercial real estate Portfolio Manager II for $110,000 base salary, 10,000 signing bonus and 15% annual bonus pro-rated. I have 8 years of commercial real estate experience in different areas ranging from closing, client relations and currently AVP of client relations. This position is in the Scottsdale, AZ area. Any suggestions of how much I should counter?

helpful

ZS vs Axtria vs Fractal vs Cognizant vs Accenture?

Rank them in order of Work life balance and Job security?

like

Hey! I'm actively looking for opportunities in finance transformation/ fintech roles with 6-8 years of experience. Please let me know for relevant openings in your organization.

like

Newco Accenture Infosys Wipro

Dear Fishes,

Any openings for Business analyst? I am looking for an opportunity and your referrals would be a great help.

like

Got recruited and need help figuring out an Account Sup salary range in NY that would make it worth the move - I’m happy where I am, the opportunity is highly specialized, involves global and US work, HCP, DTC and public health initiatives (I have experience in all)

like

I am close to receiving an offer for an EA position. Would like a signing bonus. When/how do I ask? I don’t want to lose the job opportunity. It’s a great job.

like

What’s it like producing at 360i NY?

like

Thoughts on Jos A Banks suits and general button-up office wear?

like

Ladies are y’all wearing jackets for your virtual interviewers or is a nice blouse good enough?

like

Having a discussion with someone about seo. They were adamant that seo works differently on a mac book for some reason. Am I missing something?

funnylike

Anyone here has taken the PMP certification ? Is it worth it over MBA and if you're managing projects in Advisory?

like

How long should I wait between followups? Had a really good interview and sent my thank yous, but it’s been about a week.

I had quite the day the other day. Coustmer comes in and then ends up leaving with a grossed out look on his face just for him to put in a complaint about my appearance...he down right called me some nasty things for no reason. Still feeling gross about it. He was upset for no reason as far as I'm concerned.

like

Is it normal for PPMD to jump around? I feel like I’ve met a few that have spent time as PPMD at different firms or have just recently joined EY from another Big 4/competitor.

like

Hello,

The immigration firm(for the new company I’ve accepted offer from) reached out with a link to put in my details for H1 transfer. They specifically mentioned that they won’t support dependent immigration.
My wife is on H4, how do I go about her immigration requirements? Does she need a transfer or amendment on current visa once I get my visa transferred?
Thank you

Going to the Atlanta Braves game tomorrow. I see there's a ton of shopping centers right next to the park, can I just park there and walk over to the stadium? Wondering what the natives do

like

Feeling especially Mondazed today. 😖 Any good recos to lighten up a morning?

like

Looking for ETL testing role. Can join in one month. Preferred location is pune. Total exp - 7.3 yrs Skills- Informatica, SQL, Unix Any referrals please suggest.

like

Please like my post, trying to unlock DMs. Much appreciated!

likeuplifting

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal