Be honest: do you actually take your full lunch break? I feel guilty stepping away, but when I don’t, I’m more irritable and less focused all afternoon. What’s your midday routine like?

Someone talk to me about Isobar and/or IA Collaborative. 👍👎❓

Hello! Happy Friday! I know that this is a stretch given the current economic situation, but I am looking for a job change and expanding my network. Any fellow fish willing to help.

9/7: What are everyone’s plans for today?

For me- treadmill, chest and shoulders.

How many matters is typical for one associate to handle (BL lit)? I know it is group-specific, but just trying to get a general idea. I’m a 2nd year and I am the only associate staffed on about 30 cases-meaning I keep track of all deadlines, do all day to day assignments, keep on top of following up with client/OC, and all research/drafting. Partners handle deps/court but that is about it. Is this a normal case load to be responsible for as a jr? I being dramatic by thinking this is too much?

Have you had thoughts of quitting the job during pregnancy? My tolerance of low efficiency and meaningless grind is getting so low that it’s a constant thought in my mind. Does this get better later in the pregnancy?

Hey everyone. Is there anyone in the corporate IT group here? Recently received an offer and was hoping to learn more.

Was asked for a system design follow up interview with Meta, any advice? What conclusions folks draw when called for a follow-up?

Can anyone be a Data Analyst ?

I mean is it worth trying to become one, specially if you have no knowledge whatsoever of what Data Analyst is and no mathematical background plus having decade of experience in other field.

What’s a reasonable salary expectation for Big 4 IT Risk Assurance senior associate in low a COL city like Memphis, Birmingham, etc. Have a CPA, 2 yrs PA experience &1.5 yrs industry experience.

Hello Bowls,

Three Months back, I gave interview for Infy and got selected after that I got one offer from another company with very good pay so, I have to tell infy that I will not be joining. The same thing happened for me in 2018, Initially I gave Interview for infy got offer from them after that I joined in TCS. If I reject the offer now, will they black mark my profile by not allowing me to join in future. Also, what I can tell them for offer rejection. Thanks.

Anyone else have AE’s that are fucking amazing creative directors, genius copy writers, excellent producers, diligent pm’s, even finance wizards but for some odd reason can’t manage the client?

Anyone looking for a junior Copywriter in Minneapolis?

Has anyone recently renewed visa stamp in Beijing? How did it go? Anyone got administrative processing?

What sort of opportunities are available in Canadian government for commercial insurance professionals?

If you are a experienced CAD drafter with experience in environmental remediation, we’re hiring. I’d be happy to discuss the opportunity

Hi folks,
What do you show as investment proof if investment is to be done at a future date? I have a life insurance whose premium is due in March. What can I submit now as proof for this declaration?

Leaving this summer to PE, bonus pays in June. When should I give notice? Don’t want to burn bridges but don’t want to risk a slashed bonus (or none at all)

What is considered business casual in SF? Is it suit with no tie or Polo and chinos?

Morgan Stanley friends - how are your bonuses looking today?

Does anyone have an idea on compensation for JPM Wealth Management Division?

Associate
V. President
E. Director
Mgng. Director

Which firm hires the dumbest people?

Trap, trap money Jamie
JP got me in my feelings
Gotta close deals wit it

How often do y'all pull all-nighters?

I love the only "flair" you can have as a man in banking is wearing funky socks, and even that one is getting a bit played out.

Wonky Q of the day: could we create executive incentive packages based on independent 3rd party evaluations of growth in intrinsic value rather than share price? Would that change buyback behavior?

Trading stocks. Anyone notice hedgefunds going HAM with energy stock purchases since November 2021? These bank jobs aren’t about doing pivot tables for some bozo. It’s about looking at the data and conveying a message. Financial Forecasting. Try it. The answers to retirement is out there.

Anyone else feel cautious about the JP wellness screening? Is this something they can use for drug testing? Even still it is weird giving my blood to my employer

Looking into preowned watches under <$10k resale value...patek, vacheron, or rollie?

Who got accepted to b-schools? Where are y'all going??

Does equity research still provide transferrable skill sets to serve as a stepping stone for future roles? Read a WSJ article about research essentially being a relationship Mgmt business now.

NYC bowl: Which bar/club do you go out on a Friday night?

Anyone know of people who switched to the Strategy side of their bank? Obviously there will be a pay cut, but looking to move towards that direction in my career due to interests

Has anyone done the GARP Financial Risk and Regulation course? Was it educational? Did you do the FRM after?

Any one have any advice on how to deal with lack of focus and concentration? Been having trouble concentrating the last 6 months and it's bringing me down.

Any CAIA holders out there? How have you generally been viewed?