Any spots for a quick vacation in the SE? We’re in Florida, and were thinking something like the Smokies. Any other options that could be fun with a 10 and 8 year old? We’re very careful with the covid so somewhere we can drive and activities would be outside.

Half of people don’t use all of their vacation time, why?

Will pwc automatically pay out my unused vacation when I leave? Live in a state that doesn’t require it Contd.

Does EY not have a holiday party this yr? Haven't heard anything about one yet. Referring to NY office.

Do any firms give you “billable time” equivalent for taking vacation or time off? I think it’s kinda scammy that firms offer “unlimited pto” but still expect you to meet your hours without giving any hours equivalent for that PTO time you took. In reality, you’re not really taking PAID time off because you’ll have to make up those hours at some point in the year anyway.

What’s the lowest I can put down for a second home/mortgage? I plan on renting out my condo and buying a second home to live in. Can I finance it as a vacation/second home?

I asked 3 of my higher ups to write me letters of recommendation a month ago when I put in my resignation. I went on PTO for a couple weeks & followed up with my manager today. He told me “actually I was told we aren’t allowed to write them for you. Sorry.”

I asked why and he just shrugged and continued the conversation...

Has anyone heard of anything like this? Bosses “not being allowed” to write LORs for exiting employees? I’m leaving on my own terms & good standing.

Does your vacation balance go up mid fiscal year due to utilization hours? My vacation balance has increased by 5 in the last two months.

Does anyone know the EY discount code for sixt / avis / europcar / hertz in Europe. Planning a vacation and was wondering if any codes for leisure and not work

Any recommendations for a reasonable priced international spot from NY/ Chicago for the December 25- Jan 1 holiday. Easy to get visa for Indians?

How is RSM PTO? Understand it’s unlimited, which limits more than accrued, but any insight on what you like/dislike?

I’d like to know payroll calculations for vacation prorations ie for new hires and terminations for weekly payroll. Anyone can help ?

What are most company standards for vacation time and PTO for small companies? We do 10 days after 1 yr, 15 days after 2yrs 15days after 5yrs and 20 days after 10yrs. PTO is accrued monthly after your first 90 days. 40-45 hrs. average is full time, 30-35 hrs. average is part-time. Does this sound reasonable?

PwC and Deloitte consultants - what are the PTO standards and WLB benefits for your firms?

That awkward moment when you're leading a client meeting but you're on PTO in a beach town and the client hears the waves and music in the background. #sorrynotsorry

Was reading that Booz has a PTO buyback program where you can sell your unused PTO at EOY. Sounds awesome. Can any BAH fish say more about this?

Anyone else too tired from their job to plan a holiday

Hi team! Will be relocating to Melbourne, Australia under the Work Holiday visa in July. Anyone can drop a referral for a job in tech? Looking at Product Analysts/ Business Analysts positions.

EY folks- can you expense lunch on your PTO days now or am I missing a key benefit ?

Anyone here ever talk to your old friends from home about work / pay who went to trade school as opposed to college? Every time I talk to one they say how they make way more money than anyone who went to college. I asked them how much they think people in IB / Big Law make after 20 years of working and they said $150k lol

The Vault Consulting 50 ranking seems off outside of MBB. What are people’s’ thoughts on this list?

Can someone recommend crypto investment and staking app that you have used and liked? Also please share the interest earned on staking..

Any good car sharing apps/schemes (not private carpooling) in London? Don’t want to buy but being able to do a big Costco/ikea round once in a while would be nice

Hi first-time buyer here. When you have a flat rate attorney retainer, is it a common practice you’ll be charged per hour if the deal doesn't close for some reason?
Hearing different opinions from agents to buyers and attorneys, I am so confused.

Are there any employers in Vermont or Maine that will pay relocation costs for new employees? I’m in healthcare credentialing & compliance and my little family and I are looking to make the move.

Hello - can anyone point me in the right direction as to who are some good corporate strategy/corporate development recruiters?

Thanks!

Regarding interviewing, what tends to be the theme for the cases you’ll see at Bain/BCG? Familiar with McKs, but never went through interviewing with the other two and wondering what you’d tend to see. I’ve heard Bain is market sizing heavy cus of PE focus, but don’t know much outside of that. Thanks!

Anybody have any experience with Bob’s watches? Looking to pick up a birth year submariner or close to it (mid 80’s), and they seem to have more options than most at decent prices.

How much does a senior director in transaction advisory at FTI consulting make?

Who does counts are your firm? We have seniors doing them too...

Anyone have the Away luggage? If so did you just get the carryon or do you have a set?

What’s the dating scene like in DC / DMV area? I’m over you, NYC 😤

Any possibility to transfer H1B approval from Infosys to new company? It is not yet stamped

If EY goes public, would existing partnership agreement terms/conditions basically cease? In other words, would a PP’s new ownership (in the form of stock) essentially mean that most (if not all) prior terms (e.g. a forced retirement age) go away?

How do one go about looking for Art Director positions within the fashion industry as well as the print industry?

What's everyone up to this lovely Sunday morning

Any Oracle ERP folks with advice and where to take your career after consulting? Optimal exits?

Anyone achieved success on Dil mil? How to start a conversation without sounding creepy (boy to girl)?

Jumping from one big 4 to another, what would be a reasonable pump? First year manager making 135 in New York

Happy thanksgiving 🐠s

A close friend now has fever, coughing, and shortness of breath in Boston but doctors will still not test anyone that didn’t travel to a risky country. Not even for just the flu. Major failure imo

Travel - what are the best travel purchase investments to make for consultants that frequently travel M-T (e.g. models of luggage)? Are there are any tips you have that you wish you knew earlier?

Does your vacation balance go up mid fiscal year due to utilization hours? My vacation balance has increased by 5 in the last two months.

Recommendations: Who would you advise to use for resume writing? Looking to get mine revamped and expiring the waters.

Employers need to understand that a 15 minute nap would make me exponentially more productive.

Does anyone know the EY discount code for sixt / avis / europcar / hertz in Europe. Planning a vacation and was wondering if any codes for leisure and not work

Has anyone switched to Mint Mobile. Their plans seem so cheap relative to Verizon, but how’s the coverage? The map says I’m good, but I’m looking for real world feedback. It says streaming is 480p and data will slow after 35GB. Seems fine. Thoughts?

Anyone here who has exited from tech consulting to product management - do you mind sharing your resume with me?

Would love some examples of resumes that worked as mine isn't getting many hits :(

Anyone wants to play squash/racquetball in Chicago?

I find it interesting that Big 4 promotes diversity of candidates yet if you apply from a non-target school and you could be better or on par your app is at the bottom.

Are there any gated single family home communities in the dc area with manned entrance?

Thoughts on burning additional client hours (I.e. over 45)? My mindset is that it is better not to piss of the M/ P who will be conducting your review than to have utilization of 120%+

The Vault Consulting 50 ranking seems off outside of MBB. What are people’s’ thoughts on this list?

Anyone have the Away luggage? If so did you just get the carryon or do you have a set?

Watch President Obama’s speech at 2004 DNC Convention. You will start feeling better.

Resume Question - I am currently 2+ years at my firm and previously I interned 2 summers here prior to full-time (2 projects) - 1). Do I separate out this experience or bundle it up? 2). Do I move my start date to the first internship date or when hired full-time?