DFolks.. where are you planning to spend $500. I am gifting "1 Day Spa and Massage" package from Ritz Carlton to my wife.

Could any marriott employee share a friend and family form? I'll return the favor :)

I'm really starting to like telehealth. Thoughts?

What do you eat the night before and morning of a race? (5k distance)

Sell Beyond Meat? Worried there won’t be any more catalysts helping it move up anytime soon.

What things have you stopped doing since the Pandemic that you think you won't go back to? I am giving up Manicures

Almost 4 weeks in and my status is still wrong. It was correct for the first ~1 day and then bumped down a level. Shouldn’t be hard as all my nights last year were SPG. This is ridiculous.

Debating if I should have domino’s or chicken quesadilla for dinner tonight?

Why is everyone here so triggered by the White Tiger? That’s how the majority of India lives, please get outside your white collar bubbles. And stop saying “the media always shows poverty”, they also released shows like Bollywood Wives and Indian Matchmaking.

Going to austin! I’ve done the bars/restaurants on Rainey/6th and shops on congress. This time I would love to explore more of the parks/suburbs/cool attractions on the lakes etc. can someone give me some suggestions!?

Is it just me or Marriott is actively trying to kill the SPG brand. Have been trying to reach SPG platinum customer service line - 3 attempts so far, each lasting 30 mins, no success yet.

It's time for spring fertilizer! Houseplants will be coming out of dormancy now that the days are getting longer. Now is a great time to top off soil, prune if needed and fertilize. Repotting in April

Hi guys,
Going to my first 49ers game this weekend and was wondering what do you guys recommend for pre game, Tailgate in the parking lot? Or how early could I go have a couple beers in the bars by the gates. Thanks!

Deloitte people working in ITPP. What are the food options there? ZS shifted recently there and I don't see a lot of options

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From podcast to a LIVE to how can I connect it all across multiple platforms? A reel is 1min. 1 reel a wk for 4 weeks is 4mins. 1 video a month on YouTube. 🤔

How is the Moana Surfrider in Waikiki? Going during the winter break.

Has anyone used Gideon Strategic Partner for investing? What was your experience?

Snowbird here, heading down soon. What fun things are happening Labor Day weekend?

Is the working hours mentioned in my workspace correct? I have recently been allocated to a project and it shows timings from 11 pm -9 am..

Why do people “certify the question” during depos - this one guy says it after every instruction not to answer. From his tone it’s not to “mark” the section of the transcript for him later. Isn’t this an old school thing - like pre computers?

Hey fishes,
Are certifications important for hikes while switching companies?

Anyone in Toronto looking for a CD? I need to make a change. Agency or in-house (if the in-house is cool.)

Wondering for anyone who got their CFF (Ceritified Financial Forensics) designation. Was it difficult? How long does it take to study for using the review course? Is the exam mainly multiple choice or short answer and how difficult? Any guidance or tips would help please. I already have my CFE but just want to know if CFF is worth it

If you still believe the election was stolen, you should be fired from your job because no client deserves a consultant with such poor critical thinking skills.

Anyone in here aligned to people analytics at PWC? Got a recruiter reaching out about it. Anyone willing to share your thoughts, the work you do, the team, the clients? Etc

I have a question for those of you that are in small internal audit groups (5 people) of public companies or audit small public companies with small internal audit shops. If the internal audit group is responsible for SOX testing, how much operational audit work is the internal audit group able to do in addition to the SOX testing?

I’m in discussions to become the GC of a mid size but international company that does ~$1 billion in annual revenue. Smallish legal department. They’ve asked for my comp expectations. I don’t have specific expectations but I want to be compensated at least market for a NYC based GC (which looks like cash comp of at least $300k plus bonus, etc). Any suggestions on how people would respond?

HNY all! I have multiple rollover and traditional IRAs, as well as a solo 401k. But (since I started paying attention to this kind of thing) have always been over the income limit to start a Roth IRA. I’ve also not done much contributing in the last few years due to purchasing an apartment and saving for renovations. Cue pandemic joblessness... if married filing separately, would you say it’s a good idea to start a Roth while under the income limit, even in this climate? Any reason not to?

Is there a particular Excel formula/feature that you guys found helpful or cool? Trying to broaden my Excel skills

Has anyone gotten a this password has appeared in a data leak warning from Apple?

Has anybody performed a walkthrough for entity level controls? How can I prepare for this? What do I expect?

You were flying DCA>ORD this past Thurs w what appeared to be a leather suit bag, we exchanged several glances at the gate, baggage claim, and at the rideshare pickup zone A, regret not making a move

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

Does anybody know anything about BCG’s education practice in Bethesda/dc? Thinking about making a switch.

Those who left M&A consulting, what are you doing now?

Did anyone read the top consulting firms to work for? 😂😂😂

Asking for a friend. Do you know if navigant has a “freeze” policy where candidates can’t reapply for a certain number of years if they don’t get in the first time?

Anybody have experience with Bain data ventures? Interviewing with the team next week. 

Does anyone from EY have insight on layoffs? I'm seeing horror stories from other firms but haven't heard anything about EY layoffs. (Manager, FSO-Advisory-Risk)

Utilization director told me today that the layoffs won't affect me. My heart goes out to everyone that had to hear otherwise. Here's to hoping y'all find something better and prosper.

Which consulting firms allow you to gain equity (options, RSUs, discounted stock, etc) as a part of compensation before making partner? I know ACN does.

Plural tutoring session anyone? Looking to do as a weekend job. Current target OPs are "Has there been layoffs" and "What's your thoughts" but happy to expand.

Help! Remain at Accenture (for brand name/supposed resources) or take this offer: small “no name” consulting firm, rapidly growing their business, $25K bump, promise of more hands on experiences. HELP

Entering my 15th week unstaffed for the year. Does Deloitte do layoffs for low utilization? Mine is around 60%

Best consulting companies with exposure to the blockchain / digital assets space?

Anyone has fun with horoscopes? If so what do resources do you use?

What can I do outside the office to boost my resume and be a substantially more attractive candidate for top consulting firms in ~12 months time. Working in disputes and valuation role but want to go into management consulting next year (post MBA role). I feel like my job isn’t enough because skills aren’t considered as transferable outside this field.

Best books on leadership and sales skills?

Hello! Anyone work at GE Healthcare?