Does anyone feel like we’re all going to get Covid? Based on the latest CDC data, it seems like there’s nothing that can contain the delta variant. It seems like the only thing we can do is slow it down long enough to get more people vaccinated.

This couldn’t be more timely as I’m sitting in the waiting room after just being diagnosed 😆 welcoming tips for adjusting to Adderall!

Is it standard or common for ad agencies to cover egg freezing and/or IVF? It’s a common perk in the US

Salam, Ramadan Mubarak! Anyone trying to maintain some level of strength training during Ramadan? I know it’s ideal to lift after iftar (maybe after dates/water + magrib and before dinner) but wonder if it is doable to squeeze in a 30-40 min training session right before iftar (for time saving purposes)?

What to do if you love consulting work but hate the travel?

I am in a period of growth in my role (in house and getting more exposure to top management) - im grateful for it but I also have constant anxiety during and after work hours. Does anyone who’s been in a similar position have tips for riding this wave? Hoping it’ll get easier.

For those taking gmat more than 1 time, did your scores improve in the second time? Got a 690 my first one a month ago and retaking this week but I find myself freaking out. My practice test has been 720-730, though the one this weekend dropped to 700 because i was freaking out with verbal. Any encouragement is strongly appreciated 😔😥

My wife and I are starting a first cycle of IVF. Given how expensive IVF is/can be, wondering if anyone has lessons learned on the insurance front—understanding it varies by plan, of course. We’re currently enrolled in HDHP w/ HSA, and have nurse consult tomorrow discuss financials among other things. Still in open enrollment, which is great timing. Thanks all. Staying hopeful.

Anyone have referrals for American Airlines?? Trying to crack into the airline industry. Also, more than happy to team up by sharing connections and networking. Lmk!

🐠- My parents have been trying to get B-1 visa appointment for few months to visit me to extend support during/after child birth. They originally were able to schedul for Oct but it was recently canceled by the counslate. The current earliest date is in March. Any suggestions on options to expedite appointment scheduling?

Planning my 30th birthday trip (April 2021) and considering either going to Abu Dhabi or Buenos Aires for a week. 5 star accommodations in both cities, flight and hotel combined come out to the same for both. Never been to either. Opinions?

So I got an offer to join FDD team for competitor, but having doubts and thinking about staying in audit. Doubts are unpredictable schedule and up to 50% travel. Can't figure out what is the best move

Sometime I feel like I'm operating at lower capacity than during the height of Covid trying to navigate billables and no childcare/remote school. Anyone else feel this way? Are we just burnt out from all the working nights and weekend in 2020/2021?

Recommendations for bachelor party destinations aside from Costa Rica and Mexico City. Preferably under 5 hour flight time from Atlanta outside the US.

Trying to decide between soylent or huel as a meal replacement 1x daily. Anyone have recs? Goal: shed ~5-10 lbs and keep it off over the next few months.

Why does my therapist make me feel worse almost every time after therapy? Is this for real ?

Does anyone else feel like their social skills went down during the pandemic? My new anxiety makes retail so hard.

Any therapist recommendations in San Francisco? Specifically looking someone to help with work related stress issues. Also, any non-SF recommendations welcome if they are open to video appointments!

What spas do you all recommend in Houston? I normally go to Chinatown for a cheap massage but I want to try to treat myself to a proper spa experience.

Advise on handling rates negotiations with BIPOC and non-male creators? I always want to accept first bid and get uncomfortable when my bosses push to undercut rates (especially now when money is tight), because there is a whole history of BIPOC and non-male people getting paid less. I’ve tried to push back but struggle to articulate this to them. (For the record, I’m POC female and my bosses are white males, and race/gender convos are already very difficult with them.)

Dating my guy for 6 months now and he’s just such a lovely soul but I’m not physically attracted, there’s no spark and I’m afraid to let go but also afraid to keep holding on..

My wife is a Software engineer - QA with 2 Yoe, now we are thinking to move to Canada, can someone please guide us on which 2 year course can she pick (for student visa), is data science related course a wise decision? Or how to find a QA related PG program.
Preferably in Victoria, British Columbia

Revenues are at lowest since 2008, and I think investment banks are being forced to rethink their entire business model

How serious are the independence/investment declarations while joining Big4’s in the U.K.
My parents have a couple of minor investments in the stock market. Do I have to include my parents investments even if they are citizens of another country and invest only within that country?

Can anyone refer me in Citi for the jib I’d Testing Senior Analyst | C12 | CTS - 03112022-R22020665

Hi Fishers. Good Morning! I got offer in Citi. Can someone let me know whether we can go home and connect. Or we just need to stay in office until all call gets over. Do they provide laptops for new joiners. Citi

Does citi accept counter offer after releasing the offer letter?

I lie to my girlfriend every time we make plans — I always tell her to be ready an hour before I want her to be and she’s still normally running 15-30 minutes late

Thiccc boi in a pink suit 😍

What's the process for leaving the firm? Is there a formal process that I have to go through or do I just tell my PML that I took another opportunity and I'm out in 2 weeks?

I’ve been working at a rather prestigious midsized firm in a big city for almost a year and a half now. I have been having a lot of trouble picking up work from senior partners. We are required to bill at least 150 hours per month to meet our requirement. My months are typically only 110-130 hours. It seems like the senior partners already have their “go to” associate for things. Does anyone have any suggestions on how i can increase my workload? I reach out for work pretty much weekly.

Hi Fishes, How is DNB ASA (Norway based banking project) support project at TCS? I meant to ask how is the work pressure in this project and if there is any night shift in this project? If yes, how often the production support engineer do night shift here in this project?

Anybody working at a Big 4 accounting firm in the Bermuda region? Willing to chat
EY PwC KPMG Deloitte

Anyone have a recommendation for computer monitors for work? I currently only have one 22” monitor. I’m debating whether I want to have 2 or 3 total and what sizes to get.

Hi fishes,

How much hike relaince jio gives to employees every year?

Can’t. Stop. Shopping!
What are some things that you splurged on during WFH?

Very worried Trump might start another war with an irrelevant small country just to distract people from the fact that he is so incompetent. Dying in the hand of fellow human is worse than virus to me

Advice on quitting job with short notice? I’ve always adhered to two-plus weeks notice, however got an offer and essentially want to start next week, can’t stand my current role, however it would be a BIG surprise to coworkers and leave folks short-handed for a while. Thoughts?

Finance experts, help me understand what a major deflationary period will be like. ELI5

Thoughts on posting promotion updates on LinkedIn during this time? Being mindful of mass layoffs and the unemployment rate, do you think those who earn promotions should postpone posting the update?

For those of you without a home office: Where do you usually work? My desk is in my bedroom and I’m considering sacrificing aesthetic to move my set up elsewhere

I am meeting my girlfriend’s parents for the first time this weekend for dinner at a pretty nice restaurant. Her parents are fairly traditional Chinese mom and dad and I am not Chinese, or Asian for that matter… I don’t want to show up empty-handed - any ideas on good gifts for first time meeting Chinese parents?

Is roomba s9+ worth it?

Hi BAL has submitted my H1B on 04/24 and yet to receive the receipt number. How soon the attorney will update the receipt number?

How much should a shift lead make west coast

WFH is bringing me back to my college days of blasting ratchet music when I really should be diligently working at 11 am.

What do you wear WFH?

Does anyone think it’s weird that my firm is bending over backwards to try to keep a first year staff from leaving the firm after she was rated a 2 this year. But now she’s trying to leave and they keep trying to push her to stay saying she can be a partner in 8-9 years and laying it all out in detail. The issue is they laid off other staff (all but her) so maybe that’s it? Find it very odd.

What should I start watching next: Tiger King or Ozarks Season 3?

Has anyone ever outsourced a portion of their own work and passed it off as their own? I would love to hear some stories...