CALLING ALL TRANSPLANTS! My company is organizing an event for newcomers to Houston to meet new people!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-night-for-newcomers-young-professional-summer-social-tickets-886994473347?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios

How is the ABSA project in LTI for java developer.?

Hello! Doing research on a side hustle. How much would you pay for professional / dating profile photos? I.e. 1-2 hrs, 5 retouched & access to outtake jpgs?

Are text message breakups acceptable? Better than complete ghosting right

How many times is too frequent when you speak to your coach / team about manager promotions?

Hi all! Is anyone here in Underwriting? Just want some thoughts on this as i’ve recently gotten an offer for an Underwriting Associate position and have never done any salary negotiations before. Does it seem unrealistic for my counter offer to be 12k more than the original offer? Considering that the original offer is roughly 8k less than the market salary. Plus i’m also accounting for wiggle room as i’m not expecting them to actually agree with the full 12k counter offer

Hi folks need your suggestion here it would help me i guess . I have been working as manual tester for 3.5 years. I tried learning coding and felt difficult so gave up on that. Right now i feel i should switch to a customer facing role because i think it's a good fit for me and also it seems quite interesting and engaging. Have on offer in hand with a better company for the role customer support specialist L3 . Should I take up this offer ? Or i can stay in Manual Testing my whole life ?

I’m a newly graduate from a community college. My program of study was Health Information Technician. I passed my RHIT exam a month ago, and I’ve been applying to jobs in state, out of state, and remotely to only receive “sorry you were not selected email.”I don’t have experience and I know that’s the reason I’m not getting selected. I’ve applied for receptionist, medical biller/coordinator, and medical clerk. Even with inflation willing to work for minimum wage or less just to gain experience.

Need the 101 on how to work with SAs at luxury boutiques as a first-time buyer. Do you “shop around” until you find one you like? If something isn’t in stock, do they text you proactively? Would love to hear how you all developed relationships.

I have 9.5 yrs of experience and am currently level 62 in Microsoft. I feel I should be Senior SE in Microsoft (level 63) but when I got microsoft offer last year the HR said it is the maximum they can give. Fixed base is 28 LPA. There is an upcoming appraisal cycle in September, so I wanted to ask how much can I expect Microsoft to adjust the base salary in this appraisal cycle ( given my performance was decent) ?

I have an interview coming up for BCG but due to some personal reasons might need to push it a few weeks. What’s the likelihood the firm will be OK with pushing / is it even worth asking?

Can get advice on TC?
Let’s say your original TC in your current is 300k, but because of stock appreciation, your actual TC now is 500k (same base, same bonus, but stock appreciated). When negotiating with new company, will the new company consider your TC as 500k, or 300k? Thanks

How much hike can we expect from level 9 to 8 promotion considering FY21 budget and current market scenario?

Looking for some advice on how to find a really good attorney to deal with custody. I live in the Orlando, Florida area and truthfully don’t know where to begin. Most Google searches turn up thousands of attorneys. Is there a vetted website to find honest reviews?

WPF merging with Alight Solutions!

What blogs, podcasts, twitter accounts, newsletters etc. should ever planner follow?

Does anyone have any apartment recommendations for a 1 bed 1 bath?

Anyone have tips for finding out about social events/does anyone want to hang? Moved here late last year and it's hard to meet people

Should I expect an income drop moving from CT to Houston?
Currently Tax Associate 1 (2 busy seasons) making 72k at a midsized firm.

Can someone recommend a good dentist out here?

F fishes, which one do you prefer Ariat or Lucchese?

Might be a long shot, but does anyone know of Houston companies hiring PL/SQL developers?

Does anyone have experience with any of the following preschools: st Luke’s, St. Paul’s or st Stephen’s? We live in the montrose area and looking for some feedback.

Hi! My friend found a stray dog that gave birth to puppies. They need help with finding a living space for the dogs. Anyone who can foster, plz dm me. Also, please share any advice or sheltors/ fosters. Thank you

Any ideas for a 40th bday venue? Dinner with a good vibe and lounge after? Did MaD last year for him and they had a semi private but still very much in the mix for 15 people. I honestly can’t think of what to do but he’s bougieAF. Steak48 is an option. Looking for any other cool things you’ve hosted or attended lately?

My lease is coming up & I’m probably going to move. Which apartments do y’all recommend in the city?

I ve been in Houston for like 8 months now. I am introverted, and I live by myself. I literally have no friends here outside of the folks I talk to at work.
I need help.

Anyone plays pickleball/spikeball around downtown or Washington / memorial park area? Recently played these 2 sports and they are hella fun and want to play more! Up for Tennis too!

Anyone interested in taking over my lease for a 2-bed room spacious and nice apartment in the heights (11th st)? Amazing location, gated garage and great place. Rent is 2,250 a month, lease ends in Feb 26th 2023, and I’m moving out Oct 15th (I’m flexible)
@DM if you’re interested

Looking to relocate from VA to Houston, any recommendations on apartments?

How do you feel about schools getting closed for the World Series victory? If we make it ok to close for things like this, where do we draw the line? I think people fail to realize the impact missing school can have on kids.

Are there any affordable batting cages south of Houston that I can take my son to?