Does the SPG-Marriott merger primarily just impact the spending power of the SPG AmEx? Anyone know how much it will affect the number of points required to stay at SPG properties?

Hey fam, I'm going to Banff in 2 weeks. How bad are the lines to get into parks for lake Louise and lake moraine. I'm staying at the kananaski resort for distance consideration

Hi Amex peeps, how much time does it usually take to declare the results of 1st round of interview for lateral hires?

Thanks in advance 😊

Which CC is better for sign-up bonus - Citi Premier 80K points or Chase Aer Lingus/Iberia 100K Avios points?

I churn somewhat regularly and am under 5/24 by 1. I think Citi's points are more valuable but maybe I should knock out another Chase card before I'm at 5/24 again, even though Avios isn't as versatile?

Planning to travel during Thanksgiving (super late in planning as usual) any fun recos- travelling from Chicago have boatloads of AA and Bonvoy points to burn. 7-8 nights

Any recommendations or itineraries for the French Riviera/Monaco? Thinking of flying in and out of Nice.

Any folks at MMB/T2 in St. Louis open to connect? Are there many local projects or do you travel most of the time?

Staying at the Ritz and STR in the Maldives so expecting good service and reading mixed things about tipping. I usually don’t tip much at hotels (never really thought about it) but what do people do? Is there an expectation and would the amount be based on like room rate or just a flat daily per day?

Looking to take my first solo trip for my birthday and deciding between San Juan & St. Thomas. I want beach, one water activity, nice hôtels/resorts and amazing food! Walkability would be nice but not needed!

Got tickets to the World Cup by man flights are expensive and so are mike redemptions. Anyone have tips in find best award availability?

I am having 12.5 lpa CTC with 7.7 YoE. How much can Delta Airlines offer?

Apologies if it is off topic.
My brother has over 20 yoe in electric and 10 yoe in solar engineering including owning his own small solar company. He is looking to relocate to US or Canada. Can anyone provide any lead on which companies provide sponsorship? H1B or Canadian work visa. Thanks!

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

Not a comp related post, but I have an Air Canada eCoupon worth $300 cad that I am selling. If anyone needs to purchase a ticket soon and wants it at a discount, please put your best offer in the comments (it is valid for three years from today)

Travelling to Vietnam - any recommendations for Hanoi?

Getting a bit stir crazy. Any recommendations for a 4-5 day relaxing trip within driving distance?

Where are the good point promotions? Spg (soon), Hyatt recently just ended and those were lame. Anyone know good ones going on or starting relatively soon? Interested in rental and air promotions, too.

I’m working on casting hosts for a branded content series in the travel and hospitality space. Wondering if anyone has recommendations for where to tap that talent? They don’t need to be SME’s or influencers in the space, but mid level experience hosting.

My current company is “taking me off payroll” but instead of laying me off or firing me, are fully expecting me to take up an hourly contractor position for $30/hour with no specified time or guarantee of hours. How do I respectfully tell them no?

Any idea what would the main topic for today's webcast. I believe split is getting delayed and timelines are extended

I have a virtual interview with Tesla tomorrow for an internship position. What should I wear? This would be first internship, so I’ve never interviewed for a position like this and am not sure how to dress (especially given it’s virtual). Any advice is appreciated. Thanks!

I’ve been thinking about looking for a new job, but given everything going on with the Coronavirus and layoffs, it doesn’t seem like this is a good time to start looking. What do others think?

🐠 what are your thoughts on diamond tipped bow ties compared to the classic squared off look? Have some black tie weddings coming up and need a new bow tie

Feeling a little lost in my new role as program manager. Any advice or recs?

What did you think of that webcast?

Anybody in here trade options? I trade Iron Condors and have been having success with that but would love to hear what other people have been doing

I told myself I wasn’t going to do it. Re-assured myself I wasn’t going to do it. Told myself you’d know what would happen and still ended up gambling away a bunch of money I know I couldn’t blow. I don’t understand.

What will be the average hike at Bank of America,for software Engineer 2 B position

First time switching jobs. How do health benefits work - if I have some past claims I haven’t submitted yet but fall under old employers’s time period. Am I hooped or can I still submit all of that stuff?

Just went under contract on a place and need renovations. What steps can I take to accelerate the renovation prior to closing?

I want to support our medical assistants- they do so much to help us! How do you make sure they feel our appreciation?

Just got confirmation that my background check went through successfully! Can I give my 2 weeks today itself or is it standard to do it on Friday/Monday?

Has optum called employees back mandatorily?

Hi need a referral at Bank of America for data engineer profile

What do you do when when someone at the top of your firm says something bigoted and you don’t call them out immediately?

My partner is unstable, refuses to take their meds. Regularly snaps and lashes out at me. Im leaving and I feel compelled to tell HR for my replacement’s sake. Am I out of line?

If you come in as a SM into Big 4, what are the chances you’ll make MD? Is preference usually given to those with tenure? I don’t know any MD who has been at their firm for less than 15 years tbh

Any good books/reads to learn aspects of Account Management / Engagement Management in context of tech consulting?

First time switching jobs. How do health benefits work - if I have some past claims I haven’t submitted yet but fall under old employers’s time period. Am I hooped or can I still submit all of that stuff?

Just went under contract on a place and need renovations. What steps can I take to accelerate the renovation prior to closing?

Anyone else hear that post-CRT partners will get fired this year in commercial advisory? How the hell does a partner get fired....

That tesla model 3 tho!. Cot Damn.😍

Have you found using a standing desk increase your productivity? How else do you increase your productivity? I am so distracted all the time

No matter how many times Harry Potter is on TV, I always watch it over and over. Even though I have watched the movies millions of times, haha. 😅

Anyone here ਪੰਜਾਬੀ?!

MBB folks, do you and your coworkers even consider Big 4 people management consultants? Trying to gauge the general consensus.

Joining EY soon. Should I be worried about layoffs happening supposedly in June/July?

If you get laid off when you’re in the middle of an interview process elsewhere, do you tell the prospective employer?

What are some concrete reasons why someone in consulting would be fired, other than the obvious stupid things?

When another passenger in Economy tries to kick you out of your seat and you haven't yet realized you've been upgraded to First....

What are the best consulting companies in the US focused on Sustainability, either Strategy or Ops?

Just fired my therapist. Feels better than it should

Any book recommendations for someone looking to get into a Product Owner / Manager role?

Lots of us are skilled at delivery but most sales books seem to focus on the pitch and closing... What are your best resources for learning to develop and nurture strong, lasting client relationships?