Currently on a F1 opt visa (student) in the US. Didn’t get my work authorization here. Trying to move to Canada, but don’t think my points add up for the PR yet (I’m 23) contd.

Love how BS credit score is. Got my score up to 800 last month only to go on vacation so my credit utilization went up to 8% due to the increased spending and my score dropped 35 points because I didn’t immediately pay the balance after charging the purchases. I always pay my balance in full each month and have never missed a payment, how is 8% credit utilization determined to be that big of a risk that my score got immediately wrecked, I don’t understand

Deloitte 🐠 - did anyone get selected in the H1B lottery this year? I have only heard of rejections so far sent from BAL

My work gives us points/money for achieving certain activities such as exercising for 180 mins per week. I have my Apple Watch automatically sync with the app that tracks our activities and it works great. Problem is I started using NRC (Nike run Club) app for runs and it interferes with the Workout app on my Apple Watch and it doesn’t get tracked. Has anyone found a way for the NRC and Workout app to run simultaneously (pun intended)?

Hi Fishes, I am really interested in product management and want to switch my role from risk analyst in a product owner/product manager role.
How difficult it is to do in amex? Its been half a year since I joined amex and I am planning to talk to manager after completing one year.

Can someone please suggest me if this kind of switch is possible? And how should one go about it

Any advice would be helpful

Hi Fishes, How long does it take to finish the BGV at Amex? Do they call or email for any information? My DOJ is next week and has heard nothing from them yet.

Please suggest what to do.

What is the process involved in Onboarding? Have not received a laptop either.

@American Express

Can anyone share amex Bangalore location?

Hi Fishes.I have a H1B petition and about to get visa stamped.Petition vid for another 1 year .I need to know can Visa be transferred after interview to new employer without cancelling the Visa by current employer?

Diamond medallion on Delta. They lost my bags on the outbound (3 with my wife who is Plat) and inbound flights (1) on a trip to Europe. How many points should I expect? Any advice to deal with this?

My current employer filed for H1b extension recently. I’m switching jobs and my future employer will be filing a H1b transfer soon. Will 2 parallel applications raise any red flags?Any risk of an RFE?

BIA Briefs: I’m an associate at an immigration law firm. I determined that immigration isn’t for me So I gave the managing partner my 2 weeks. He wants me to wrap up some BIA briefs before I leave however I’m reviewing the record for a lot these and I’m seeing that a lot of the arguments for Asylum, Withhold, and CAT are incomplete. How I’m going to argue that the IC abused its discretion or misapplied the law when we made a facially insufficient argument for relief?

Amex folks,
Do you use your amex laptop for your personal work? Accessing gmail, social media, OTT platforms, etc.

Looking to move to usa with visa sponsorship any opportunity's.

BAL is taking its own sweet time to file my H1B transfer. My LCA was approved on Dec 30. They have all the documents needed to file and give me an update every week saying they will be filing it shortly. Any of you folks experiencing the same ?

Bathroom smells of cig smoke and they can’t transfer me to another room till tomorrow. How many points?

Are there any spreadsheets or charts showing reference points for self report surveys for compensation? Maybe from FB users on salaries, tier city comparisons, level/role, different companies etc?

Looking for some guidance on Australia PR process. Been in the US for a decade and half and still on H-1B visa with lot of uncertainties. Hoping to apply for Australia PR and move.

Hi guys.. would like to know what's the probability to get selected in H1B lottery?

I have an offer from another company with 30 lpa and current company offering H1 nomination next year with 98k usd.. need some suggestions.

Yoe - 13 years

Hi anyone from india offered and visa process started. If yes please share offered date, PWC contacted date, cos received date, biometric date, visa stamped date. It will be helpful for the people who apply from India. Right now there is an delay in process, so sharing the details will highly helpful to others. Please!

Hi

Can anyone refer me for Bosch India. I have the Job ID

My students come to my class first every morning and are really hard to settle. They continue to carry on whatever they were doing on the bus. It takes about 20 min to get them settled down and doing the warm up and the class is only 45 min. Any tips?

For startup founders/people with a successful side project: How did you get the idea/inspiration for your business? I’m currently working at a Series B startup and my end goal has always been to found my own startup, but I graduated from college 2.5 years ago and I still have not had any great ideas cross my mind. I do spend a fair amount of time brainstorming. I don’t want to continue working here forever, but I’m struggling to generate that “this is it” idea to build a company for. Any advice?

What is a ideal SDR salary in a growing SaaS based Startup in Munich ?

Side hustle or startup ideas for someone who isn’t technical/doesn’t code? Where should I look or where to begin? I don’t have any strong passions or specific skills that I’m confident in. What books, articles, blogs, orgs, events, people I should follow for inspiration that has helped you? I have some cash to invest and am looking for a part time hustle that can cash flow at least a little bit of money on the side.

I just took a leadership role in industry after 5 years in advisory (industry hire). Partners, any tips for the transition? What have you seen your clients do well/poorly during big career moves?

Is it a viable option to make a move from big4 audit to big4 corporate finance division?

Overseas on a study and finding a hot expat to help me with some in-room dining.. sometimes we get food. This job is alright sometimes

What’s everyone doing today 🧐

Can anyone share knowledge on salaries estimate in Canada- Ontario province. I am curious about salaries for Program Lead I - Clinical operations and strategy role. Any information is appreciated.

My friend close friend just got an offer for senior at another firm. 13k more than me 🥴

For the people at the Manager level, do you want to become partner? Has your opinions and views changed in the past couple of years?

I've been waiting tables for the past 20 years. It's a decent job that has gotten me through some difficult times, but I am getting old and tired. What career path would be most advisable for me at age 40?

Has anyone ever used the Gorilla Bar System? Like it? Hate it? Other thoughts...

Gratuity Form L is given to me, by what time can I expect the payment?

Would like to hear your opinion:

I am new recruiter with about 2 yrs experience within people practice ( learning & development - Employability support - and now recruiting)

I am keen to transition to FAANG/UK but not sure if I should continue in people’s business! Or should I try RPM/APM opportunities as I am currently leading full cycle work with cross functional teams I feel that might be nice thing to take a look at.

Is there other promising career paths I can transition to within tech?

BBDO laying off 30+ staff this year, but also buying their remaining staff Christmas gifts got me like 🤮🤡

Does anyone have the experience of taking on a global mobility assignment from Deloitte US to Canada? If so, was your work permit processed under intracompany transfer without LMIA? I'm trying to figure out if accepting the assignment will get me over the CRS cut off...

Are you eligible to apply for Canadian mobility program work permit from the US while on OPT grace period of 60 days post opt expiration? It is still considered legal status in the US

Does anyone know what the NOC would be for an SAP consultant? Is it 2171 - Information systems analysts and consultants?

Also does anyone know what the job title would be in the letter given by Deloitte for a Consultant? Will it be Consultant or will it be technology consultant or will it be something else?

Is anyone going through the international mobility program to to transfer to Canada?
Apply through global skills strategy

Is it okay to not mention your sibling on Canada PR application if you are not on talking terms?

Has anyone done that?

I have to travel to Canada to activate my PR. I’m planning to have a long layover between flights. How much time is enough to go through the process of activating PR?

I heard it is pretty hard to find a job in Canada. Has anyone found accountant or auditors jobs there through LinkedIn or other websites? I would like to know the timeline and how it works as I am thinking to move there.

Anyone who applied for PR from the states willing to chat about their experience?

Working remotely for a US company but looking at moving to Canada (still keeping my US job) does anyone have experience with this? I’m assuming this would make PR trickier?

No FSW draw what's happening!?

Does anyone know whether Deloitte would help to obtain LMIA when your work permit/visa is about to expire? I’m at the junior level and not eligible for any streams yet.

Applied for a spouse visa, anyone have any ideas on how long it’s been typically taking? Website states 3-12 months so wondering if it’s been on the longer end or shorter end in the recent past!

Best way to transfer money from US bank account to Canadian bank account? Transferring offices to Canada and want to learn what is the best / most cost effective way to do this. Thanks!

Does anyone here have experience with non-GTS C20 closed work permit visa process from the US? How long did it take to process?

Anyone has 1st or 2nd hand knowledge about what happens if you delay your oath ceremony? Do you really wait another year?

I'm currently on implied status in Canada (applied for an extension before the expiration date on my OWP), but lost my job two months ago. I'm actively applying (and interviewing) for new opportunities. What's a good time to mention to a potential employer that I'm on implied status? I tried coming plain from the first interview, but that has been working against me. The CIC website says I can keep working with an expired WP and SIN but recruiters think otherwise. Help!!!

Best firms in Toronto to work for? Shopify, salesforce, TD??

Surprised to see score dipping to 469. Can we expect more dip?

Anyone here from Toronto area? Looking to relocate from NY to Toronto and in search of apartment/condo. My budget is $1500 for a 1bd. Is that realistic? Things I care about:
1. Walking distance to gym
2. Walking distance to a grocery store
3. Proximity to Old Toronto/kings st (work) with biking/public transport
4. Don't plan to own a car

What are some good sites to look for apartments or realtors?