Car Rental Q: I need to book a one way rental from BWI to LGA for tomorrow, but Avis and Hertz both say they have no cars available - when I switch to a same location rental I have plenty of options. What do you think would happen if I book a same location (I.e., BWI > BWI) but call and ask to change return location mid reservation? Using a corporate code which typically waives the one way fee…

Is KPMG, EY and PWC considerate about one not wanting to travel and chosing local projects in the IT Assurance practice? Please share your experiences. Thanks!

138k as an ACD in San Francisco - too low?

My friend and I were hoping to do a quick getaway to warmer weather this weekend (we live in Maine, so we're already freezing)! Our usual getaway is a quick trip to Florida but that's obviously not happening this week. Any suggestions for an awesome warmer place on a budget?

Hey DFW, TX folks. We're going through comp and merit raises, I suspect you all are too. This is the first year we're using pay ranges from payscale. I am completely surprised of how low compensation is in TX. For any of you that have visibility to pay ranges what is your experience with pay ranges for your company?

Points wizards - I need some United miles stat. What’s the best conversion point source right now?

Thanks!!

Do Marriott Gold Elite no longer have lounge access?

Hello Fishes,

I have got my L2 Dependent Visa stamped for the US through the Wife's organization and she has booked the tickets for the both of us in the next weekend. I am currently unallocated in TCS and seeking projects in the same US location as my Wife. Can I travel to the US just like that and then continue my search within TCS from there or do I need any approvals to even fly in the first place?

I am worried because of the time crunch and will be glad to hear some points on this.

Taking 8 days off in DC/Jan (over New Years). I want to do some hiking, but not sure where I want to go. Based out of DC. Any recs?

Has anyone lost their luggage while traveling on an engagement? The airline managed to find it but ended up giving it away to a total stranger #RIP What are the chances of being fully reimbursed? 💼

Slow meteor shower + Celeste + Free DIYs along beach!

Dodo code: MK9FQ

Island will be open for the next hour or so.

Hi all,
I’m a practice manager with about 7 years of healthcare industry experience, 4 of those at a managerial level. My background ranges from research, process improvement, business development, some data analytics. I’m really looking to find a remote (or hybrid) position in San Diego, CA. If anyone has suggestions on organizations hiring, etc. would love to chat!

where my canadians at? how strict is covid there? my friend is in toronto for work and the hotel found out he has covid. now they’re locking him in his room. is that legal? if so, what’s the protocol to break quarantine? hotel wouldn’t answer 🫠

Best place to book an Airbnb in South Florida or West Palm beach area?

Anyone have first hand experience with travel medical insurance? Looking to purchase for a short trip but finding so many mixed reviews from people that have had to actually try and use it. Appreciate any recommendations!

Hi
Any one working in Wipro for UHG - United Health Group client. How is the work environment and technology stack. I might join there as a Architect at C1 band.

If I have to fly next week for business, do I have to remove mask/face shield for security check?

Hi Everyone,

TCS asks for all semrester results??.. or Final semester results with all semester grade is enough??

Thanks in advance

If I had a traditional IRA before being employed in a 401k eligible role, can / must I roll that IRA into the 401k or can I leave the accounts separate without deleterious tax consequences?

Can someone connect me to a business analyst role that doesn’t require a ton of prior business analyst experience? I have ~1.5 YOE in valuation (modeling, financial statement analysis) and am looking to make a switch. Mainly looking for a role with less hours than I’m currently working (60-70). Thank you I’m advance

I did not got alumini portal access after 3 days of lwd .. is it normal and should i wait ?

Hi Fishes, its urgent

Anyone got onboarding email for joining on 10th Oct? The email stated that joining will be conducted from base location which is bangalore. Can anyone confirm if we can attend initial joining virtually as currently i am in Kolkata and also my recruiter is on Leave till Thursday.. Thanks

Hi all, when do y’all think is a good time to have the “what are we”/“are we exclusive” talk? After how many dates?

Hi All,

I’ve an interview upcoming with Quest global services pvt. ltd. Can anyone please help me what questions can possibly be asked, interview pattern, difficulty level?

There’s gonna be only one technical round, I’m wondering what all can be asked.

Yeo - 5
Tech stack - C sharp .net wpf sql

Is sap analyst a good career path and how does the demand look like currently?

Hello Team,

Please need 11 likes to chat directly with users. Please do the needful.

If I have to fly next week for business, do I have to remove mask/face shield for security check?

Let's say through a combination of aggressive saving, high income, and savvy investments, I manage to save several million by the time I'm 40.

If at that time I decided to pursue my passion and go to law school so that I can be an affordable attorney for worthy causes, will my age hold me back from getting into law school?

So, my boss just told me that all lives matter.
Let me know if you hear about any executive HR openings, I have 16 years of global HR experience.

Looking to finally go get my SPHR having the PHR for the past 6 years. Still value and pursuing and obtaining?

What’s the most efficient way to get a functional associate cert for SuccessFactors Employee Central? Is their course the best way to learn it?

Hi All,

Where to learn about sap fiori for a sap security consultant

(1/2) Hi all, based in the UK 🇬🇧, would appreciate your advice on how I could break into product management.

Context: Graduated in 2019 (Finance), 2 years at EY as a business consultant on mix of pmo projects and tech projects where I was developer (data vis, power platform, sql, vba, data analysis etc.). Joined Google on a 6 month contract as a data analyst.

Should I be applying for product analyst roles? Should I apply for strategy consulting? Could I go straight for prod mgmt roles?

Women - where do you buy your business professional attire? SO is petite everywhere but in the 🍑 area so she has trouble finding stuff that fits. Extra helpful if it's not crazy expensive. Thanks!!

Starting in m&a advisory soon, any good books on it people recommend? Thanks

Southwest Airlines Travel gurus: I am on flight A, but want to switch to earlier flight B via standby to avoid the much higher fare. Can I purchase a refundable fare for flight B under another name then cancel last second to guarantee an empty seat? I have status so I can do standby at no cost if there are open seats

difference between corporate strategy and strategy & business development? Same thing basically or are there differences

Have a little over a year experience out of undergrad making 83. Offer came in at 115 for a new role higher title in NYC, would you take it or am I handicapping my salary potential leaving so early?

Checking out Buenos Aires next month for 6 days 5 nights. Anyone got recommendations ? Possible to check out Patagonia in that time ?

So, what happens if you miss your utilization/billable hour target by like 70-150 hours? Tons of "impactful" PRD work

Are you happy with where you are in your career today? Why or why not? Was Consulting everything that you thought it would be?

Has anyone lost their luggage while traveling on an engagement? The airline managed to find it but ended up giving it away to a total stranger #RIP What are the chances of being fully reimbursed? 💼

Has anyone used gliders that stick on tyres of office chair, for better movement over the carpet?

Lots of us are skilled at delivery but most sales books seem to focus on the pitch and closing... What are your best resources for learning to develop and nurture strong, lasting client relationships?

"Let me noodle through this"

I still can’t understand why some airport toilets are so fk disgusting

If I had a traditional IRA before being employed in a 401k eligible role, can / must I roll that IRA into the 401k or can I leave the accounts separate without deleterious tax consequences?

Standing in a long line at CVS... how / why do so many people still use cash!?

Told a friend of mine in tech I was considering moving to BCG. He asked me if I would have to move to Boston.

I followed up by asking what he thought the top consulting firms were. "I'd guess PwC and then McKinsey are the best. I've also heard of KPMG, Deloitte, and Bain, but I don't know much about them."

Just a reminder that outside our bubble no-one really cares about firm prestige etc.

🐠 Fam - What’s a good whiteboard solution for my home office? What do you use and from where do I get it? Thanks!

What is your firm’s promotion month of year?

Deloitte performance year is March - March, promotion decided in June, title change in August, bonus in September

Bain and McKinsey peeps - what's your standard travel policy for booking business class flights on domestic and intl flights

What is the PCAOB? Silly accountants at it again.