Deciding between a Blue Shield PPO and a Kaiser HMO. Any thoughts of each network in LA? I am pretty healthy in my early 30s but may get pregnant in a year or so. Thanks!

How does short term disability work? I'm trying to find a document that explains how much time is offered as paid leave through STD for maternity vs. bonding with newborn etc.

What is Deloitte UK’s maternity leave policy? Including any stipulations such as how long you have to have worked there to be eligible.

Since the start of my career, I have been working in an outsourcing accounting group, mostly doing accounting work for small/mid-size businesses. I am a CPA. At this point in my life, I am thinking of moving to a corporate accounting job. I don’t want to work late hours as we do in public accounting since my wife is pregnant and I want to enjoy this process and have a more work life balance.

When is the earliest you’d suggest taking a pregnancy test? Took one and got a negative result 9 days post ovulation but have read you should wait at least 10-12 days post ovulation? If so - why do tests claim “6 days before missed period?” Tryna have a pre-busy season baby problems 😂! Thanks in advance!

I’d appreciate your recommendations on best email marketing software. We are a small subsidiary based in the U.K. and to date we’ve relied on software of our parent company which is based in the US. The service provider they use seems clunky and outdated. We want to go solo here in the U.K. so we can be self supporting but I’ve no idea where to start. If anyone has any recommendations I’d be very grateful. Thank you

Am I making a mistake? I’m quitting the firm this week and taking 2 months off to grieve my mother passing. I have an offer lined up (signed) for a senior position at a tech company in a new (cont)

What are people's experience of Accenture paternity people? Is it the norm to maximise paid leave through SPL?

Does anyone know if any FAANG or other companies offer maternity leave before you hit the one year mark? Most companies want you to be there for a year before you can use maternity leave.

I am officially pregnant!!! First pregnancy after miscarriage in December. The end of the first trimester cannot get here fast enough!!

I've received an Offer from Fiserv, but the Employer was mentioned as "FIRST DATA DEVELOPMENT PVT LTD". Does both First Data and Fiserv are same ? Are Fiserv sending offers with its Child company's name ? If so, is there any policy differences between those two ?

Nanny accidentally texted my mother in law “X is being moved to [name of local federal penitentiary] at 4 am.” When my mother in law dropped our daughter after preschool, nanny was on the phone with a lawyer about bail. My mother in law is now “worried about who my nanny associates with” and scared the supposed criminal could show up at our house. Personally, I think live and let live as long as it doesn’t seem to be causing a problem. What do you think?

My posture is absolute shit. Tried getting a standing desk and it's great when I stand, but on days I want to sit I can't touch the ground in my chair and feel like a child just to be level.

Advice?

What are everyone's thoughts on making the Monthly Child Tax Credit permanent? I think it is an important step to care for the families in our area, but I know not everyone believes in this program

Hi fishes. I am social work professional with 6 YOE in international NGOs. I am looking for opportunities in CSR / INGO /Consulting firms / Impact organisations. Please share if there are any leads.
I have worked in Education, Skill development, Child protection, Health and Adolescent and youth empowerment domains.
Preferred location : Bangalore, Mumbai

How was your experience coming off the BCP? I just stopped a couple of weeks ago to get my body ready to have an baby soon-ish and I’m pretty nervous.

Suggestions on events which can accommodate someone who is pregnant? Have a few clients who are expecting

Hi All,

Would need your help please before joinig the Organization!! Need your kind help Folks!

1) Does VOIS(Vodafone) provide any transport service to employees or do we have any in EON park for employees residing far.

2) 'Work for 2 day in office' --> Until when do we have such Hybrid mode and is it for all teams at Vois.

3) Can we take Paternity leave just after joining in 2-3 months or is there some cool off period in the organization.

4) What the Notice period for new joinees. Thank You

Just a small town kid from a third world country. Every time I stay at fancy hotels, travel business class or spend 50$ on dinners. I almost can’t believe it. I am so thankful for this life.

Planning on a kid.. is this the right time considering the pandemic? I’m 33 and don’t want to miss the bus.

Anyone here who has been through the interview process at JP Morgan Chase recently? Looking for some pointers. Specifically for Wholesale credit Risk dept roles!

Any advice on skincare routine? I am in 30s. Confused about going for high end brands and multi step routines or following simple drugstore kind of brands? Videos from this lady Dr Dray confused me

Any advice for a mechanical engineer in the construction industry who's trying to switch into more product development/design?

I'm having trouble writing my resume in a way that relates my past experience to this new field

I get anxious this time around every week.

How do you all cope with the Sunday Blues?

Hi there, wanted to know about promotion policy in UST. Tried to find about it, but not many have idea i believe. About to complete a year, but no news on same. Please reply if any idea. Thanks!

What is one classic that you have substituted with a more cultural relevant text?

If you could be a PM for any existing product / company which would it be and why?

Currently interviewing for two sourcing roles at some promising start ups in which they are requiring me to do a sourcing/recruiting case study. Is there any resources someone could recommend? Would love to have a framework to go off of.
Thanks in advance!

Hi Guys,
I am java backend developer. I am selected in sas r&d pune where they are converting java microservices into golang microservices. I have no idea about golang. In frontend they are using react again I have no knowledge of frontend technology. What do you guys think will it be worth to switch to golang specially when I have no experience of it? Please suggest as I have another offer from transunion. So confused whether to join transunion or join sas &d.

What do you folks consider a reasonable monthly rent as a single Big Law associate, limited to true 1-bedroom apartments in Manhattan? I'm a mid-level associate on market pay. I'm a little squeamish at the notion of paying more than like $4k, but everything I've looked at in/below that range is kind of sketchy or involves terrible commutes to midtown. Is it too indulgent of me to pay around $4,200-$4,300 in rent every month?

Hi Techies,

Offered 26 CTC as Manager role in H Band for 8 YOE Java+Springboot+Microservices backend developer.

Is it fine CTC to accept and join Vodafone .! Please suggest.!

Just curious if anyone has some recommendation for "helpers" I use a pixel finder. Any other favorites out there and why?

I’m going through periods of Intense businesses and extreme boredom. What got you through this?

Bay Area, CA fishes- any good lender contact in First Republic for rate shopping?

Going to London for the first time in a few weeks! Where should I stay!? What should I do!?

How much does the Senior IT auditor get paid at Amazon in Seattle?
#Amazon

Hi Fishes, can someone suggest the salary expectation at @Northern Trust for Associate Consultant Risk Management
YOE 3 yrs

Are you putting your schools on your LinkedIn now or when classes start? Especially those at M7

Any studio sublets available in Brentwood area?

Ideas on places to propose in LA? Ideally places overlooking the ocean

Restaurants with best scenery/view for birthday dinner? Ideally within half an hour from downtown/USC area

I’m subletting my one bedroom apartment in Culver City from November 15 to January 10 if anyone is looking for a sublet (or knows someone who is)

Does anyone know of cooking courses that focus on different cuisines each week, or that teach different dishes each time?

My SO and I are looking for a shared hobby that we can do on a somewhat regular basis (at least once month, if not more often).

We also really enjoy Japanese cuisine, so a whole series teaching different Japanese dishes could work, too.

We are in West LA / Santa Monica.

Hello fishes! Do you have any recos on where I can live if I want DTLA and Irvine accessible to me?

Anyone have recommendations for an organized and trustworthy contractor in Los Angeles? I‘ve worked with an architect to design an ADU and a 500 sq ft addition to our house on the Westside, but all the contractors he recommended are either extremely difficult to work with or want to charge a premium for things like “design services” and “administration fees.” I understand construction materials are expensive now - but isn’t there anyone out there who can work with us as a “trusted advisor”??

Any tips for getting a new car in LA in the next few months (where to look, what to look for, how to get the best deals, etc.)? I just need a car to get around, nothing fancy. Would you buy new or used in this market?

This is a long shot but does anyone have a good rec for a cosmetic dentist? I got screwed with a chipped tooth when I was little doing flips on a playground bar and then sort of ruined the rest of my teeth grinding them during college. I want veneers.

For those women who had babies in CA, were you able to take a few weeks off before your due date and did that cover 100% of pay (or just 60-70% via SDI)?

Going to que sera on 7th st in Long Beach on my own because my friends ditched me. If ur in the area hmu - 23 F

Any recs for a dry cleaning shop in/close to the Westside? My two regular places have closed since covid.

I’m being offered a role in La moving from London. Is there anything about the city I should be aware of before committing to relocating ?

LA vs Miami as a place to live, based on personal experience?

How’s living in LA County these days? Have a job opportunity, but unsure about moving given recent events (crime, homelessness, etc.) Haven’t been in two years and only know what I know from the news, but curious to hear opinions. Would probably move to either Pasadena, Santa Monica, Venice, or any of the beach town south of Venice. Married and we have a toddler in case that triggers some additional reactions.

Anyone know where to buy a fresh aloe leaf?

Me: something something something LA...
Fishbowl: Louisiana or Los Angeles?
Me: 😑

Who else is being eaten alive by mosquitoes? Is it just me or has it been way worse than usual the last 2-3 weeks…?