Best coat for the winter? 30 y.o. Male. Really want a canada goose but that’s like paying a month’s worth of rent 😞

Do you regret becoming a social worker? For those who have dealt with these feelings - how did you manage them?

Might be shifting to a outpatient oncology position from a medical social worker in a hospital setting, any pros/cons major differences?

I’m potentially moving from a senior social role to an account management position. I feel I’ve capped my growth in social and want to explore other sides of the business. Any tips to set myself up for success?

Any thoughts on McCann Health NY, and Red flags? Do they have a good structured/balanced workflow and team per department for things to be balanced out for each member, and good work-life balance? Anything to consider when applying there?

Pre-MBA at MBB — Have worked on a few DDs but have not touched the model workstream yet. Any advice on how I can best discuss my “deal” experience in PE interviews despite that? Thanks in advance!

I left an investment bank to join a private equity firm about a month ago. I am now working on a deal that I previously worked on when I was on the sellside (I literally made the entire CIM). Any tips on how to handle this? Is it fine to tell my current firm everything I know about the company?

Hey Fishes, Need 11 likes. Please help!

Working on a deal where buyer's side keeps on insisting on a POA to effectuate all actions of Seller under the agreement, including executing documents. I keep striking this and commenting that this is not standard. Has anyone dealt with this? I am okay with a limited POA based on the industry of the Seller, but not this general POA.

Is Federal/Public Sector consulting fulfilling work? I'm at a tier 2 consulting firm right now focused on retail clients, and I just feel like there is zero point to this work. Its all about increasing sales of a product that people could easily live without. As an Associate, I just move boxes around on PPT slides all day. Looking for better WLB and fulfillment in my work, thinking that might be Public Sector work.

Hello Sharks,

What is the salary range for Lead software Engineer in Persistent.
YOE- 3.1

In the process of negotiation. Do let me know.
Thank you

I'm not the best at coming up with lines on the spot. I can write good lines when I'm by myself in front of my laptop, but not when I'm talking with my CD or someone else. Is this considered an issue?

After a decade of experience at big American banks plus consulting, with an American education and passport, how expansive are my options with big and/or small names in the region?

How much are entry level machine learning engineers getting paid?

What is a good interview answer for leaving a job after a few months when the real reason is that you’re sleeping with one eye open in hopes of not being on the chopping block after two rounds of massive layoffs? Company culture is at an all-time low, and it will only go down from here from what I’ve seen in the short months I’ve been there.

Is Barclay's a good bank for to work for? I want to know the good, the bad, and the ugly!

What’s the salary wage for a consumer lending credit analyst/ underwriter in Southern California ?

What would be considered great operating exit ops at startups coming from VC?

Did you know that you can get $20 tickets to the Chicago Shakespeare Theatre if you’re under 35 with promo code UNDER35 ?

Oh boy it was chilly tonight! Not ready for whats to come 😭

I am having climate anxiety about the upcoming winter. Feeling like this winter is going to be pretty bad...

Black men, best barbershops located in the loop?

I’m interested in joining a networking / professionals club in the city to meet other ambitious people in industry / banking / consulting. Anyone have a good experience with any groups like this? Thank you in advance :)

How much are y’all paying for a studio in River North?

Anybody here belong to Midtown Athletic Club? Just joined a couple months back, I love it.

All these announcers do is talk about how Aaron Rodgers is God… it’s worse than Brady.

My US rep, state rep, and state senator are all running unopposed.

Moved to Chicago in May. I’m from south Florida. Never lived in cold before. What are the must haves during the cold aside from sweaters?

Barber reccs in the West Loop or River North area?

If I’m gonna pay $50 + tip for a haircut I need someone exceptional

Anyone take the Blue Line from Ohare to downtown late in the night (1am)? Wondering if it's safe to travel at that time. M here.

Best Chipotle location in the city?

I swear the quality at Chipotle has gone down. Not sure if it’s because I always order online for pick up? For me, it’s never made right and doesn’t taste the same. Any similar experiences?

Oak park vs. Evanston - thoughts?

Contemplating move to Chicago. Female, mid 30s, single no kids but have a dog. Will have a car. Not into the clubbing scene. Want a neighborhood with walkable coffee shop and weeknight eats. Where should I buy? ( remote worker)

Long shot here. My wife has been trying to get Taylor Swift tickets with no luck. I'd love to come in and save the day. Does anyone have one extra ticket that they'll be willing to sell?

Do you have any favorite places to order catering for lunch meetings or events?

🚨 Arriving home to Ohare and was approached by a guy offering taxi rides and handing out business cards in terminal 3 baggage claim. DO NOT ACCEPT RIDES FROM PEOPLE OFFERING THEM!!! Whether they ‘can do cash or card,’ don’t buy it - they’ve got you once you’re in the car. Told airport emergency hotline and they are investigating.

Stay safe and don’t get got!!

Any good grief counseling in Chicago or remote? My dad has late stage cancer and is dying. Need help to process this.