Deloitte fish: I’m an alum trying to do some retirement planning. I was an SM2 vested in the pension plan (I worked in DTTL for 7 years ending 2013) and want to find out what my actual benefits will be and at what age. I have no paperwork and 800-Deloitte does not seem to have a way to route me to the right people. Does anyone have a human contact or procedure that can help me get this info?

Where do you go to keep up to date on new Healthcare benefit products, regulations, etc? Is there an industry/regulatory resource?

Rate my offer for a business valuations associate role at a boutique firm in Toronto:
- $90k + ~7.5% annual performance bonus
- $5k in clawback reimbursement
- will pay all professional fees throughout term of employment (CPA & CBV)

My background:
- SA1 in assurance
- Master of Accounting
- passed CFE, qualify in about half a year
- enrolled in CBV program of studies
- 24 yrs old

Best healthcare conference to wrap up the year?

What do we think is going to happen with student loan deferral? Any recent new grads thinking they’re going to pay back any time soon? Some argue Biden is going to keep pushing interest pause til next election then forgive 10k as a strategy to help get re-elected? I only have 15k to pay and can pay it anytime, but no incentive to when that money can be earning more elsewhere in the meantime, thoughts on what is really going to happen?

In case anyone needs help with their Tax returns, please feel free to DM me.

Hoping to get my PHR in the next year or so. Outside of employer reimbursement, are there other opportunities for this to get funded? I know SHRM Foundation offers scholarships for the CP, but I am looking for PHR specific help. Thank you! :)

I recently sign a lease. The apartment will put my security deposit into an interest-bearing account and requires me to fill out a form W9. I will join EY this June and just wondering if this is ok in terms of the independence rule. I guess the apartment will put my deposit in some sort of funds. Anyone with EY has experience? Reading the independence brochure, looks like it does not specify something related to this scenario but just wanted to confirm . TIA!

West Monroe Partners is growing! We are hiring a lot in our Operations, Healthcare, and Technology consulting practices. Feel free to reach out with any questions.

What are the best credit cards for travel points?

I’m really discouraged. My after tax / after 401k contributions etc. take home pay is $6,500 monthly. I have $60,000 in savings / stocks for a down payment but even looking at a $550,000 home, my monthly payment would be about $3,400 from the calculators I’ve been using. Is that too high?

So discouraged that houses where I live are about 50% higher than what they were 2 years ago, and now interest rates are around 5.25% for my credit score. This is like a 1750 sq foot home

Is BRK-B a buy right now?

Would you say Austin’s real estate market will go through a correction in 2022? I am considering there in a few months (wife and 3 kids) from a normal-priced city. While we can afford a house there, I am scared of getting into an extremely risky investment seeing such fast growing prices in 2021. I’ve read both bull and bear scenarios online and I’d like to get some “Bowl’s” thoughts. Thanks!

How are the areas around white rock lake to buy an investment property? Any suggestions appreciated!

I am plat exec on AA and wife wants to purchase ticket to Europe (traveling alone). Any benefits of booking it through my account (and assigning her FF#) or none?

Hello Fishes,

I have joined hcl on 24 th sep 2021 and my last working day here is 18th May 2022.
Today I received my provisional full and final settlement and the payable amount is negative -11454. They are recovering the full AMPB amount which I got from September months.
I have heard from this platform only that hcl stopped the recovery police but still I got the negative fnf.

Soon to be making 85k in LA, looking to move to a new apartment. What would you think is reasonable to spend on a 1 bedroom (not studio)?

Can we just take a moment to recognize how great of a human being Dolly Parton is. She knows how to do good with her wealth.

The majority of my career has been in healthcare tech with some retail experience. Looking to break into event management/coordinating (I believe this is the correct job title) space in either the entertainment, fashion & retail or cosmetic industry. Any insights or advice is appreciated!

What’s a good budget for rent if I’m making 138k + 14k sign on in NYC? I’ve got like 10k in student loans and about 5k in credit cards. No other obligations.

Still using Ally Bank savings account, but the APY had dropped to .60%. Time to move. Any recs on personal savings account? This is my emergency “savings”

Does Deloitte India give goodies and joining kit ? Though people are posting with pics in linkedin. I have joined Deloitte. But I got only laptop and bag. 🥱🥱

Anyone have any advice/best practices on the best way to collect feedback in a workshop?

Any strategists out there looking for a part time gig ?

Where's everyone from? I'm from Atlanta...Drop it in the thread!

I know nonprofits have to register in each state where they solicit charitable donations. What if someone from a state where the org isn’t registered makes a donation bc of something they saw online or on social media?

Hi anyone up for casual chit chat?

Our crackhead: starts a successful company, employing 1500 and manufacturing in the USA.

Their crackhead: uses his last name to enrich himself and his family, and sell access to the White House.

Anyone from Barclays here ? What kind of work to expect as BA in RFT department ?

There are many openings for SAP consultants at EY GDS .
DM me if interested.

Misled on Maternity Leave Policy. I found out I only get 4 weeks pay for maternity leave (STD +“sick days”). I will take 12 weeks but wont get paid for 8 weeks. I work for a US, west coast based company in the tech/VC industry. Their website claims to offer “paid parental leave and other progressive benefits for parents”. I didn’t find out until after I was hired their pay was only 8 weeks but since I have been at the company less than 12 months, I don’t qualify for their policy. Is this unfair?

MBA1s: Tell the recruiting market is bad without telling the recruiting market is bad.

Now go!

Heads up. The Bar just emailed out invitations for two free online CLEs in the first week of may. I've been doing these Zoom courses as they are offered and it's going to significantly reduce my end of the year stress.

Has anyone seen/experienced the firm taking away an offer that is signed by the hiree, other than getting a red flag from background investigation?

Do you ever buy bottles to hold/age them and resell?

Hi, I have two Weekend 2 GA Coachella tickets!! Let me know if you are interested!

Is their an agency freelancer/ staffer blacklist?

Mainly production, but just curious if anyone is aware of such a thing. Thanks in advance

What do you do to be aware what peers and others outside your circle are up to?

Interviewing with a recruiting firm. What is an “normal” base salary? TIA

Anyone have any recommendations for home office ergonomic desk chairs?

I am gold at Delta this year. Heard that 2020 status is continuing till 2021. My delta app still not showing 2021 status yet? Any idea?

Just hit diamond with Hilton! Garçon, your freshest bottle of grey poupon your most average of rooms if you please, thank you. 💅

Best books on business/ negotiation/ leadership you have ever read (and use practically)!?

West Monroe Partners is growing! We are hiring a lot in our Operations, Healthcare, and Technology consulting practices. Feel free to reach out with any questions.

Thoughts on getting a CAMS certification as a Staff/Senior?

I am plat exec on AA and wife wants to purchase ticket to Europe (traveling alone). Any benefits of booking it through my account (and assigning her FF#) or none?

If I get laid off, I have a previous colleague that started a cybersecurity company. I would love to get involved on the business side of it. Any pointers on skills that are attractive in this realm for a startup? Would be mostly (if not all) federal defense contracting clients. I’m currently in Deloitte’s cyber risk practice but my background and passion is in accounting and finance, and business operations. Graduated in 2017 so still early career.

Good consulting books? Not talking case prep but a fun read about the industry and what it takes to succeed, etc. Thank you!

Sorry I am new to consulting world but what’s the difference between partner and principle (at least EY I have seen two titles used for similar levels)

Is Medicare for all a good idea? Does the USA have a viable path to universal coverage? What major changes are needed to change the fact that we spend the largest share of our GDP on healthcare whil

How hard is the PSM (Professional Scrum Master) 1 certification exam?

Hello! I’m going to BSchool in August. Any recommendations on books / websites / videos to be more prepared for management consulting interviews?

Those who want to join FAANG: don’t you think that the upward mobility is limited? Thousands of super ambitious MBB background people with top credentials joined these firms over the last decade.

What’s the fastest way to get to a management role? I’m tired of being an IC. Is consulting the fastest path to management or are there industry roles where you can manage sooner?

BCG folks, I hear rumors of layoffs happening given the slow pipeline. Is it true?

When you check into the Westin and they say welcome home and you know that's weird but it's kind of soothing

New manager, having an existential crisis about if this is actually what I want and how I can avoid being stressed about work 24/7 for the rest of my life. Advice?