Does anyone actually get complimentary upgrades due to United status? I just hit gold and so far it seems like a hoax.

Recently laid off from Sr. Consultant role in energy in Houston. 4 years exp in supply chain/procurement and 2 in consulting (mainly tech PM work aka scrum). Have my MBA and PSM 1 cert. I know opportunities are far and few between right now, but looking for either energy or supply chain consulting role. Open to travel once resumed. If anyone is aware of a need, I'd appreciate the help!

Stranded in NYC (thanks Delta); anyone want to grab dinner/drinks?

GPS people - Can I get per diem for the weekend if I stay at the client location over the weekend instead of flying back to home. I won’t be needing to expense the Hotel or rental car.

Been off of FB for a while, so apologies if this has been discussed at length - feel free to point me to a thread. Wondering the speculation on travel for consulting given the pandemic/WFH normalizing/etc? Is the assumption it will return to like before (3/4/5 weekly etc) or do you all anticipate more work from home and distance work?

Does IHG do a status match with either bonvoy, Hyatt or Hilton? Any contact or link I can request on

Seeking immigration / travel advise. I know we are not lawyers but any experiences / stories would be helpful. Can I enter the US when I have H1B change of employer petition approved but employed with my current company and serving notice period? Which company’s I-797 form do I show immigration? Do I tell them about switching jobs, etc.? My new company lawyers are not providing clear guidance on this and suggesting against travel due to COVID in general. Thank you.

United lost my son's car seat on a 3 hr flight. It was registered as a checked luggage with the proper csrseat tag and everything. After following up with an agent after we landed, they said it stayed in EWR and they are working to get it shipped to me in the next day or so while I'm on vacation. Anyway to get points for the inconvenience, I'm Premier platinum if it matters. They did give me a free loaner carseat until mine arrives but it's kinda crappy tbh.

Marriott’s devaluation is terrible. SPG you are screwed!

Is there anyway to take advantage of the Delta Hertz partner program to earn Delta miles? All these programs want you to use their promotional rate...(cont)

Have a ton of Aeroplan points saved up. Debating whether to save them for travel or use them for an Apple Watch. Any tips? Is it generally better value to use them for travelling?

Partner demanding to cancel spring break vacation that was approved last Oct. My project got pushed so now my vacay is the middle of UAT. Paid non refundable 5k air and hotel for my family. WTF?

Has anyone been offered a status buy-up for 2021. ~$1700 short of United 1k this year and think my travel will increase a good bit starting next year. Think it could make sense, especially given the 2021 thresholds

Recommendations for travel destinations in the US at the end of October / early November? I have a few weeks between jobs, concerned about getting Covid in another country and not being able to come back on time. I don’t want to do hiking or national parks as I’m a young woman traveling alone and don’t think I would enjoy lots of hiking by myself. Am vaccinated

Bain gbs (global business services) as part of bcc(bain capability center) How is this place for work, comparing to kpmg global services. In terms of Work life and all..

If I status match in January, will I have that status through January 2019?

Can anyone refer me to BCG for Global Services Human Resources Shared Services Manager?

Sitting behind Ben Carson, from ATL to FLL, wonder what he thinks of the debate last night. Famous people that you saw on the flight?

Partner and I have 3-4 weeks to travel in August. We’re considering either South America or cross-country roadtrip within the US. We don’t own a car and car rental costs in US seem exorbitant. Anyone travel to South America recently or have plans? Any tips or advice? (Both vaccinated US citizens). Thank you!

I live with a healthcare professional on the front lines of treating C19. Both of us are fully vaccinated but I’m worried about being an asymptomatic carrier of the delta variant as we start to return to client sites where there might be unvaccinated folks. How are firms addressing this?

Hollywood is flush with unions: WGA, DGA, SAG, etc. Why don't we have any in advertising?

Has anyone switched jobs on H1 recently? How did it go? Did you have to get a new visa stamp? Any troubles with traveling internationally without the new stamp?

On an E2 with current company and have an offer from another firm and now thinking they logistics. Should I hold off quitting until the new E2 is successful just in case it’s denied? Will applying for a second visa flag a problem?

Should you tell a recruiter that this opp is your first choice after you share you’re interviewing elsewhere?

Is PIP culture really as bad as it’s made out to be at Amazon (for non-tech roles in AWS)?

Deloitte 🐠 had my first round interview with the recruiter about a week back. She said she will get back to me with 2 days. Should I follow up now or it’s too soon.

How do I have the conversation with a Partner about writing a letter of rec for a PhD program? Will I put myself a risk of being laid off if I express interest in continuing my education?

Anyone else tire of the “plant mom” and “dog dad” me too conversation? It seems to be more frequent. For example, company says, “Parents, please share pictures of working from home with your kids during Covid” for a diversity and inclusion project. Undoubtedly someone responds, “what about my plant babies? 🤣”. I don’t want sympathy but I find it childish. Just give us the courtesy of understanding that plants and pets are not the same. Stop “me too’ing”

First row of main cabin, exit row, or "preferred" aisle / window seat when you don't get upgraded? I'm still torn. 6'4 btw, so I usually go exit, but the arm rests feel restrictive :/

From a compensation perspective - who makes more money? Investment Bankers, FAANG product managers, or MBB consultants? Over time, who is most likely to make more money?

My current opt expires on 07/02, my h1B petition was filed on 06/16. My firm wants receipt notice for I-9 verification or I-20 and DSO won’t be able generate new I-20 without receipt notice. If I can’t submit one of these before 07/02 they are stating that I need to separate from firm. Can someone advise me what I can do?

How is the work culture at Unqork? Currently interviewing there for 15% pay raise. Most of it in RSUs though. Wondering if its worth the switch 🤔

Work culture, WLB, Hikes at Deloitte USI (Bangalore) of Consultants in Assurance and Internal Audit? Thoughts?

I’m > 1 year in and am already noticing there is no such thing as PTO because everyone still works during PTO. Is this the same in industry?

Is there any benefit of doing six Sigma, black belt , if you are not actively involved in quality. Also any other skills you guys recommend for better switch

Recently laid off from Sr. Consultant role in energy in Houston. 4 years exp in supply chain/procurement and 2 in consulting (mainly tech PM work aka scrum). Have my MBA and PSM 1 cert. I know opportunities are far and few between right now, but looking for either energy or supply chain consulting role. Open to travel once resumed. If anyone is aware of a need, I'd appreciate the help!

Anyone with ties to Spain/ Barcelona know the current situation? Scheduled to be there next week for vacation and reading about riots, etc. Not sure I should still be going.

Where do B4 people live in NYC? Moving there next month as senior associate in advisory and looking for ideas

What kind of experience (in terms of years/deal exp) is expected when applying to Analyst roles at JP/GS/MS etc that have stated they require prior experience? European/UK focused