By extension, consulting won’t be the same for a while.

Breakfast food is so much better and energizing at lunch (11:30 - 12:30) than it is early in the morning.

Do all FAANG companies offer a joining bonus?

Can anyone advise on new Sr. Consultant, Deal advisory, valuations salary in downtown Toronto office?

When are signing bonuses typically paid? Was anticipating seeing mine today, which would have been my second pay period. Started in mid October

‘You won’t be safe in Biden’s America’ -says a man who is the president whilst these events are occurring.
How is trump making the case that 1)the president has something to do with local incidents and that 2)Biden is somehow responsible and he, the president, is not responsible?

Completed HR round 10 days ago but no offer or updates yet. Still.showing in process. Is the delay due to Easter holidays?

Hello fishes, will be really insightful to understand cost of living in Doha for a single person. Rent + food and other expenses manageable at 8-10k QAR/ month?

My company reimburses CFA exam fees if I clear level the exam and if I stay in the firm for 2yrs from reimbursement date. I don’t wish to be here for 2yrs. . Can i still apply for CFA scholarship?

How much bonus does an L6 in tech consulting get ?

What’s the highest day rate you’ve heard of an editor charging? I just found out what somebody is charging and it made my jaw drop.

Anyone still using avid on commercials? In NY it seems to be 100% premiere now

Hey editor fishes! How is 2021 starting off for everyone? I often find this time of year slow but so far I’ve been pretty busy!

You’re starting an agency and everyone wants you. Which brand do you reject first?

Generally curious about this years incoming batch of undergrads. What is your role and starting salary? Lots of HR laws ( CA, NY) and inflation this year so curious to see if people were able to use this to their advantage etc.

Does this look like a good offer for a first time paralegal job? I'm in Ontario, Canada if that makes a difference.

New to Fishbowl! How do folks find this app most useful?

Where should I go for dinner?

Investment gurus - Appreciate pointers for resources (books, blogs, videos etc.) to read up on investment strategies. Just getting started and could use all the help. 🙏

What can I do outside the office to boost my resume and be a substantially more attractive candidate for top consulting firms in ~12 months time. Working in disputes and valuation role but want to go into management consulting next year (post MBA role). I feel like my job isn’t enough because skills aren’t considered as transferable outside this field.

Do people, especially those a bit older and in senior positions, really notice looks? And are they nicer to good-looking people?

I wish firms had special HR teams to work with prospective candidates outside of typical work hours. Have had a couple interviews (technically) that I’ve botched from just general fatigue or fire drills at work

Mercedes Owners: do you take your car in for Schedule B Service? $500+ for what it includes seems like a bit of a scam and wondering if I'm good just taking it in for an oil change. I assume they'll find anything that needs fixing/changing so they can charge me separately.

About to have a final round at Msft. I realized I never had a conversation with a recruiter (I was reached out to directly by a team member) to discuss logistical details (potential start date, relocation, salary expectations). It is fair for me to ask for that type of conversation before the final round, or does that seem presumptuous?

I’m so bored during this pandemic, I’m starting to consider having kids at some point.

Do I need to get winter tires in Dallas? Moving there later this fall.

Been reading some posts and it sounds like everyone dislikes DDV. Why is that? What are the genuine reasons?

Did your company provide a Work From Home stipend and, if so, how much was it?

Finally getting a chance to put together a home office space. Looking for tips, photos, ideas. I have two monitors and a laptop so my do a three screen set-up. Debating about getting a standing desk or putting money in a super comfy leather chair. Open to hearing what you have done!

What would you say the percentage of traveling in consulting after the pandemic? 50%??

Any recommendations for good work desks - not planning to splurge (max budget: $200-300 but prefer less than $200). Just need space for my monitor, laptop, and some storage space.

STARTUP FOUNDERS and FAANG: would you rather hire MBB with 3-4 years of exp or Tier 2 with 5-6 years? If you could isolate those variables and everything else held constant.

Is a lot of consulting just taking notes on meetings? I’m not a fan of this.