Coffee Peeps: 3 years ago I bought a Jura Micro (small single espresso machine) using Amex points on a 3 for 1 special, it retails for 2.4K.

Had an issue with it last week and the shop is quoting $600 for repairs. I am weighing this vs spending the repair budget (or less on) a different machine. Any recommendations or thoughts on what to do?

I typically enjoy drip coffee so not dead set on espresso. Would love some advice.

Have to take short term leave due to current health condition, can I claim short term disability benefits while on H1b visa? Thanks in advance for any info.

What's the expected CTC for a Data Scientist with 5 YOE at Amex? Specifically working on risk analytics.

Can please share to get job offer letter from any canada company for project development profile. Please suggest.

Current- no visa
In india
More than 5 years experience.

Hi friends I have offers from HSBC as well as Visa Inc. what would you recommend to join from better career perspective and brand ?
Software engineer with 3+ YOE

Best movies on amazon prime / Netflix? Brownie points for thriller/action

Is it just me or have you also noticed that during the endless back to back zoom/teams meetings, people drift away and not take down action points?

Currently I’m at 715 mark on my credit. If I pay off one more medical debt, it could increase it by 25 points. Should I wait to pay that off before getting a credit card or should I just get one now? I’m asking because it’s a pretty big medical bill.

With product design questions, I struggle to identify user groups. Once I do everything starts flowing and I’m confident. But the initial identification of user groups is something I find challenging. What’s your go-to way of doing this? For example, the question “design a podcasting app for truck drivers.” What types of truck drivers can I select so that I can prioritize a user group to focus on and begin identification of pain points and solutions?

What is better hertz or Avis loyalty program? I have been on hertz (president circle status due to united status) and collected points a few free rental days now. But hertz always seems so much more expensive to me for personal trips and I end up buying Avis. Should I just shift to Avis? United has also ended its partnership with Hertz now, hence wondering.

One of the best things about COVID lockdown: The pause on “how many points?” posts in this bowl.

Hi fishes,
How is the wlb in Amex?

Got an offer of 36lpa (12% variable included) +2l JB with a 1.5 year statute of staying. Company - Amex. Offered designation - b35 product manager
Cctc :29.5 fixed. Just need to know if I'm being low-balled. Yoe : 3 before mba, 5 post.

Luggage delay claim question

I used Chase explorer to buy tickets for my vacation and luggages were delayed for a month. Per chase term I am entitled $100 a day for 3 days. But the claim agency chase used has been asking for airlines response, which has not came (2month+ now). I am concerned insurance will use this as an excuse to never compensate. Is there a good way to handle this situation?
TIA

Happy Ganesh Chathurthi! May Lord Ganesha destroy all your Visa issues and fill your life with love and happiness!

Hello Folks from TCS, I need your help, My visa process for Germany is already going on and it shall be completed by ending Feb or early march. I am now having an offer from IBM and I want to use this offer to further cement my onsite position
Should I resign and then talk with management or directly have a discussion stating that I have an offer and When can my travel request be raised post visa stamping

Any referral for a Data scientist position in the UK with visa sponsorship

It grinds my gears that my manager always uses smiley faces and explanation points in his emails.
ae. Hey! The report looks great :) let’s add x and y to the slide! If any edits need to be made I’ll do them tonight :) Let me know if any questions!

Smfh

Anyone on pros and cons of A&M PEPI group?

Any former consultants on here? If so, why did you switch over to banking?

Hi all,

I'm looking for someone to refer me for a Business Analyst(Functional) role.

Experience : 35 months
Education: MBA(IIM-R)
serving notice period

Thanks in advance
Like if you please!

Looking for an entry level product analyst/marketing role in ny. I’m doing marketing right now but barely getting any strategizing work.

Hi sharks,
Bowl seems so silent. Can we keep it interactive? Please suggest.

Do you have any resources you recommend to learn more about paid media in general?

Hello fishes. I'm shocked that we do not have a bowl until now. But I'm glad you're here now. Lets keep the excitement going 🥳

Does anyone have a recommendation for a law school oriented specifically to those with an interest in practicing in the area of cannabis law?

I’m willing to pursue Executive or Part-time MBA, and I would like to know which employers sponsors for executive/PT MBA and how much % of total MBA cost do they sponsor ?

Any other firms moving towards a regional model (i.e., you have to work in projects in your region)? Im not excited about working in the Midwest

FRM is has narrow focus, demands depth, quick to complete

Thoughts on buying an older Aston Martin? (mid-late 2000s DB9, V8 Vantage, etc.)

Hi Folks,
Have anyone here worked on Spring framework along with testNG for test automation ?

Need some guidance for effectively using dependency execution in testing framework!

Worst luck ever. My group was very slow from Jan through may, so I won’t hit my hours, but am now (and will continue to be) very busy…. About to do 1990 hrs the most painful way possible. Fml.

Condo insurance recommendation?

Can it backfire to put the open to work badge on LinkedIn without having any offer in hand?

Is it just me or years seem to flying by! It feels like just yesterday whenI was a music festival tripping balls with my crew and now closer to 30 than 25!

PSA - Greenlight is none of your business. Move on. If you must know, it's an official go ahead notification to your career coaches to discuss your year end performance and disclose your Rating.

CFA or CAIA?

Does anybody have good electric standing desk recommendations? Ideally in the $200-300 range.

What is Accenture rise? And any of you here want to get a drink after?

Best consulting firms to work for in Hartford CT area?

Do you ever feel undatable thanks to how much we travel? If I'm only "home" 6 days a month, how can I possibly develop a relationship?

Anyone have any recommendations for an office chair that’s super comfortable for someone that doesn’t sit like a normal human? I always sit either cross legged, knees up, etc.

I'm a corporate slave, whether I have a hangover from Thursday night or not, whether I'm tired or not , sleepy or not ; I must go to work.

Business consultants focusing on wealth & asset management - what types of projects do you typically work on?
Is your role more strategy (solution design) or project management (execution) focused?

Should I get my CFA?

Any really impactful books that have helped you career-wise? Not necessarily consulting focused. In need of guidance and a new book so figured I'd kill two birds with one stone or whatever.

Any recommendations for getting a bespoke/custom suit from one of these online sites/companies? What was your experience w them?

Any other firms moving towards a regional model (i.e., you have to work in projects in your region)? Im not excited about working in the Midwest

First year analyst here. We do a working lunch and our manager has made that clear. Sitting at my desk for 9+ hours per day without a break is really starting to get to me. Advice?

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!

Any recent ND alums here? My friends kid is starting her freshman year there in a few weeks and I wanted to get her a gift card to somewhere in South Bend. Could be an ice cream place/coffee shop/restaurant/store- just hoping to get something that’s popular with students where I know she will actually use it. Any suggestions?

Totally used to long days, but back-to-back 12-14 hours RIGHT after 2 weeks of bench is killer.

Question from a newbie consultant - What are some good online courses/ books to improve consulting skills?