Decided to use my standstand (portable standing desk) for the first time today. I'm in love :) definitely recommend for consultants who sit too much

My back hurts so I’ve been laying on the floor looking at Fishbowl all day instead of doing my job.

Anyone have any good office chair recos for sedentary potatoes that wfh?

If taking the subway to my home office isn't part of my normal commute, and the client I am on is outside the commute to my home office and requires it, am I entitled to expense my Metro Card?

Wow. I finally got a standing desk and it is LIFE changing 🫶

H1b 🐠 - about to apply for my extension. For the first time, I was told that I need to be aware of the 60 day threshold on out of home office travel and that the new administration is enforcing...

1099 or w-2 ? I have been given the option though the company prefers w-2. It’s a day rate booking couple of months or more (no end date). I already have 1099 from similar company this year and am leaning towards 1099, but I don’t want to be difficult. I do take home office deduction and they are not supplying any equipment. Suggestions?

How did you get started in your career as an FA? I work in the home office and have been an assistant to an FA before. I have a network, I have ambition, I have credibility and connections at my firm..

Anyone have any recommendations for home office ergonomic desk chairs?

Has anyone moved states and changed their home office / region? (Personal choice not project driven)....If so, what's the process? What approvals are needed?

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

Is anyone’s wfh office chair getting less “springy” over time? Mine just doesn’t have the same umph it had before, constantly lowering throughout the day.

Can I turn my computer into a different office in my region than my home office? My last day will be a couple days after Christmas and I don’t want to have to go back just to bring my computer back

Is there any one time home office setup allowance still provided for recent new joiners?

Joining Deloitte in 2weeks. What Deloitte send laptop, do they send extra monitor, keyboard and mouse? Or does it need to be purchased using $1000 productivity subsidy? And do we need to use Amex card to purchase and then reimburse?

Favorite office chair?

Thinking having a 24’ HD and a 28’ 4K monitor setup. Is 4K for excel not necessary? How about 28’ monitors?

Standing desk people: do you get a mat or anything for your feet?

Let’s talk office set ups. I am looking at a Uplift standing desk as my big splurge because I have back issues, and the room I work in has horrible lighting so I’m considering some sort of selfie light ring type thing that I can clip to my monitor. Anyone have feedback on either the desk or a light they like, or any other ergo friendly home office hacks you’ve found helpful?

I was promoted to manager in July 2020 (3,5 yr of experience). Currently preparing for YE but honestly, I couldn’t care less - what motivates one to push for SM promotion? Not my case atm, but wanted to hear what motivates ppl to keep going as I don’t feel like it’s worth it.

Are there any good books to read from a start up perspective? I’ve reading the lean start up but would like some other recommendations

Why is this bowl so quiet?

Anyone have tips on culturally relevant (read Black) parent podcasts or parent preparation programs?

I’m looking for something similar to New Mom Boss but for us

Can someone refer me in Siemens for java 6 years exp and lwd aug 23

Any openings for Data Scientist in Jio?

How Can we changed the Project in Wipro.

How do your hrbp team members divvy work? Which functions are centrally handled?

3rd year Financial economics specialist at the University of Toronto. Trying to break into either capital markets of financial consulting. Would appreciate any help to get an internship for the summer of 2023

Best mentoring advice you were given?

Any desi f looking for a white knight to save her from an arranged marriage?

What days does your firm close for the holidays? Are you all working on January 2nd?

(I don't want to be a task master, but as an associate, I was expected to work a half day on the 24th, and a half day on the 31st. I'm closing the office 23rd and 26th this year, but currently listed as open on Jan. 2nd).

Anyone have any tips on finding great content creators? Ty in advance!

Is there anyone in this bowl who has switched to GSK from ZS. I have few questions. Won't waste much of your time. Please let me know if we can connect over DM.

Thanks :)

How does the referral system work? Should I apply from the website and then ask for a referral or is there a chance to ask for an employee to refer internally? Would the latter option be considered ahead of the first option?

Does anyone here honestly think Trump will lose 2020?

if there's no pension anymore and a significantly lesser lump sum payout, why become a partner at EY?

Have any of you worked with team members / managers who take your work and sell it on, like it’s theirs to the broader stakeholders. How do you navigate around that?

What sources of information do you all follow to keep up with current events (business, political, international, etc.)

Can't pick up my freaking laundry for the whole week, because apparently the laundromat has better working hours than me...😐

Maybe this is a dumb question, but thoughts on IBM right now? Got a call today from a recruiter for SAP OCM position (managing consultant ). Said they’re hiring a bunch but then I see layoffs. Huh?

Any good tricks to take a nap while "working"?

Have the Big 4 raised their initial post-MBA salaries to somewhat match the recent MBB offer changes?

I am starting a new role with a new company and will have 6 direct reports. Although I have managed teams before in a consulting project setting, this will be the first time in industry. Any recommendations on how to sharpen my management skills (books, blogs, etc). Particularly looking at how to delegate effectively and practical examples on how to run day to day.

How do you feel when you beat a spoiled dude from McKinsey?

Officially on maternity leave for 8 months after today!! I also got the green light for promotion, pretty happy with all things Deloitte right now! 👌🏻👏🏻

If I just joined this month, is it possible to still perform well for a raise for year end?

Chicago peeps: How bad is traffic around wrigley field? Google tells me it's all blue, but I refuse to believe that considering the game. Anybody on the ground?

Why is the US better for high-performers than other countries? Which opportunities I can find here?

I know Mck is the top for strategy, but in terms of digital/design in top consulting firms which do you think is better? Mckinsey digital or deloitte digital? (Or another..?)

What %age of people in your firm do you like, tolerate, and hate?

this baby next to me kept smiling at me every time she woke me up from my sleep in the plane. I just couldn't get mad at her innocent smiley face. 😀 #littlethingsinlife

I’m in industry and have gotten feedback that I should be “more strategic” in my work. Can anyone translate what that means please? My team is from consulting

Anyone at DU??!!

Anyone else delayed in Term A at LGA?

Do SPG suite nights expire? I chose the 10 suite nights as my reward for 50 stays last year, and am wondering if I should be in a bit more of a rush to use them