Denver CO 🐠, planning for summer trip around 7/4 weekend with another family friend (both families flying in). Got 2 9yo kids and an a toddler along with 4 adults. What are some areas, places to visit or activities there that you’d recommend? Kiddos would love to do camping though we won’t be carrying lot of stuff for it due to out of state travel, any idea how/where we can do it? TIA

How is Austrian Air and Air Canada? Solid airlines for economy seats?

My Marriott ambassador is useless. I ask him to check with the hotel on trying to get certain rates etc and all he does is look in the system and tell me things aren’t available. (Cont.)

Just went on a 3 week vacation to India. Still flying high from it. If you need a hardcore change in perspective. Get your asses over there. Life is good people. Life is good.

Heading to Saint Thomas in two weeks! Any recommendations?

Should I change my British airways flight to United to get more points? I have no status anywhere

I am new to United Silver and I purchase economy tickets. Is the best strategy to check in exactly 24 hours ahead and switch my seat to an open economy plus seat?

Any recommendations for things to do in Lisbon & Porto? Going in early March!

ACN 🐠: how many hours do you average per week and how does that vary by grade? Also, has travel to Riyadh resumed? TIA

Does anyone have pro tips on how to get status match with another airline. Currently have status with United but rarely fly these days, so would like to get a match before it expires at the end of the year.

Are lounges truly worth it if you're not doing a serious long-haul trip? What about the difference between flying business and flying first class

How is Forvis? I am thinking about applying for an entry level audit associate position. Is it nice working for them? Do you get to travel on audits? Also, is the unlimited pto truly unlimited?

Pre-approved for a home but the rate lock expired and now we have to re apply. My husband lets me know his credit score dropped 111 points because of credit card utilization. Even if we get it below 30% ( which we can) not sure it will quickly reflect. I also added him as an authorized user on a high limit credit card I have. Any other suggestions besides trading him in lbs

All the reimbursement and other stuff which goes to partner for approval , does partner actually sits and review all those and approves it or does he have any secretary or assistant to approve all that.

Currently 4 expenses(1 internet, 2 Cab, 1 Flight) which are awaiting partners approval and I am really concerned if he's gonna come shouting at me 😂

Can I bring my parents and sibling also in relocation reimbursement and also for the hotel accommodation?

My international flight is delayed due to closure of Pakistan airspace. Going to miss my connecting flight (on a different carrier) . Can I apply for trip cancellation insurance with chase for this ?

Just booked flight to Hong Kong. Best SPG/Marriott to book on points? Trying to find proximity to good nightlife, restaurants, and public transportation. (Cont.)

Hello, Help needed finding a gorgeous destination for a real vacation ( no work). I picture myself sleeping, hearing the ocean, eating, walking along the beach and repeat. I live in GA and willing ...

Thoughts on airlines for the long run? American and United are bound to bounce back at some point. If I throw 10k in I assume these won’t go bankrupt

Any Hilton recs in Charleston?

Would anyone be interested in participating in a research study? The only requirements are to be a school district employee and have a child in the district with special needs. Please help!!!

Was hired shortly after graduating in mid-May. Any other new hires willing to talk about their experiences joining a company/organization during the pandemic? Most of my friends were either hired for big companies last summer, or have decided to put off job hunting until the market is less messy.

What do you think are the new things to learn in data engineering in Azure platform

I made the switch from editorial producing to more agency producing and I feel lost. Is there a resource where I can freshen up on producing lingo, more specifically the business side of things?

My last job didn't have nearly as many steps or procedures to go through, even for sponcon. I'm given briefs & some next steps but still feel like I'm missing puzzle pieces. I'm freelancing so I feel like I have a ticking time bomb on when I can figure it all out.

For people in this bowl who argued that volatility would drop as last week progressed, nice call👏! But curious as to what the thought process is, especially given the volatile earnings season, rising # of cases, weakness in improving economic data. Did not expect UVXY to fall as much as it did last well, can anyone explain if they expect this to continue these next few weeks/why this happened last week?

Anybody get a hair transplant in nyc and could recommend their doctor? Also would you recommend the procedure and going through the process (i.e., FUE vs FUT vs Bald)?

Also what was the recovery like? Nervous to look even worse as it grows back coming into the office. How much PTO did you take?

Asking for a friend ofc!

Looking for insight on avg total comp for registered middle management with big bank. Considering making the jump from a branch advisor to managing a team of branch advisors. I’m newly 9/10 licensed. I’ve been building book in a bank branch but the consumer bank side of the job is draining. I’m making $155k total, $75k of that is salary. Anticipating a $130k salary offer if I go management route, with small annual bonus. Any others with experience that can speak to this?

Considering Accenture Federal Services offer, what is the performance (yearly) bonus structure like?…verbal offer, waiting to receive in writing, but wanting to get ahead of knowing what it will look like year after year. This is pertaining to Associate Manager and up roles in Strategy&Consulting Tech&Industry Advisory.

NYC Meetup! 🎉

I’ve finally got the details ironed out after listening to a lot of your requests via comments and DMs!

Date: Saturday, August 27th
Time: 7:00pm
Location: The Ship NYC

I’m pretty nervous for this because I have no idea how this is going to go and how this is going to end up… but it’ll be fun if at least one person shows up! I’ll be there with a friend— I have major social anxiety, but I do need to meet more people/make more friends.

I hope to see you there! 🤝🏼

Does anyone have experience with coolsculpting? I am considering having my upper arms done. I am fit and not looking to lose weight- just address some stubborn pockets of fat that I have always been insecure about. Thanks in advance!

I'm early in my career, managed to save $30K to invest, and want to get my hands dirty with a rental property without too much risk (e.g. no HML/flipping). It sounds like that's a tall order in the NY/CT area given the prices, not to mention whether I'd be able to get a mortgage on anything below $100K, but I figure I'll give it a shot anyway. Any advice on what you might do in my position? Am I being crazy with this idea?

What's a usual amount of time that you have to stay somewhere in order for your RSUs to vest?

I am not in account but would love to have a more comprehensive take away from meetings particularly client feedback verbalized. How do you account folks do it? Tips and tricks? Thank you!

36F in Houston, Tx. New to the area and looking for friends.

Any tips for a Pre-Med student trying to incorporate Business/Finance into their resume? I am most interested in Investing but any general business tips would be greatly appreciated.

For experienced accounting professionals considering a transition into a career with solid work/life balance, a fast-growing biotech company near San Francisco is hiring for a SOX Compliance Manager and Senior Accountant/Manager roles.

Generous benefits, fun company culture, and VERY favorable stock options. Message me if interested, and I will try to screen you for an interview!

Hi! How much should I make as a dental office manager in DFW? I’ve been working for 15 years at the office and I would like to ask for a raise.

Is reaching out on Linkedin the best way to contact a recruiter, or should I look for their professional email?

What are the best consulting firms in the capital markets and/or investments world?

Why does the referrers’ level not matter at McKinsey? Should getting a manager’s referral matter to me or should I go for my friend who has 1 YOE as a BA? I heard that only partner level can actually help you get an interview everything else is almost useless.

Best consulting firms for the retail and CPG industries?

Beside toastmasters, what are other ways to improve communication and public speaking skills? Books, podcasts...?

How would you rank different levels in Consulting in terms of difficulty?

Folks, some advice on tipping please. I went from having freedom to WFH whenever I wasn’t traveling (accommodating spouse travel) to using a dog walker at least 3-4 days/week, a lot of weeks. cont’d

TIL that you can swipe up/down on your gmail initials icon to switch between different accounts. Used to think you had to click and select the accounts.🤯

Best books on leadership and sales skills?

I have an undergrad degree in economics and want to pursue biotech/pharma corporate development. Are there any classes / degrees /certifications you would recommend to help make up for the lack of a technical science background?

What is the best consultancy for Media and Entertainment work? Considering a move…

How’s EYP wlb for 3 yoe? Is it as bad as MBB

Is it difficult to transition from Management Consultant (Big4) to Strategy Consultant (Tier 2)? Can you go from Experienced Consultant (Big4, 6 YOE) to Manager in a Tier 2, or you would normally go to the same level or even below?

Does it make sense to get promoted to Senior Consultant before leaving a firm? Either to go to another consulting firm or elsewhere.

Books to learn more about how to drive sales in consulting? Any recommendations?

Any good book recommendations? Both fiction and non

Do any of the top consulting firms hire into the Engagement Manager level after an M7 (if they had manager experience elsewhere)? I know MBB probably doesn’t but what about other tier 2 firms after that - and asking for US or Canada

Best consulting firms for defense companies? What credentials do they look for?

thoughts on ServiceNow consulting?