Friend of a friend just died of covid (delta). Not vaccinated. Please be careful out there everyone. I wish this was over but it’s not.

So covid creative is going to be a longtime reality—and ideas how to handle? Seriously struggling with how to refresh concepts given the lengthy news cycle...and people are hungry for more. Right?

Any massage recs in downtown/Back Bay/Southie? Looking to go with my roommates to treat ourselves, but I also have some upper back/neck pain. Is massage envy any good or are there better options that aren’t crazy expensive?

I recently joined a company after being self employed. I’m on hubs’s health insurance. We have no kids. It’s United healthcare. The company offers United as health insurance. What’s the best way to compare plans? I have not been in this situation before so apologies in advance if this is a dumb question.

Health question: How to deal with chronic back pain? I may have a herniated disc and wondering if surgery is a viable option. I hate being restricted actively and constantly reinjuring myself.

Figured I’d give it an ask: Any fishes here do Tomorrowland? If so, are you able to share a bit on your accommodation while there? Did you camp or stay at a hotel?

Sibling is 52 days sober from heroin/cocaine, but I just found a syringe and alcohol wipes under their pillow.

They have been passing observed urine tests, how is it possible that they’re using? Any ideas?

Anyone here have severe lower back pain due to depression or other mental stressors?
Had many X-rays, MRIs, etc and they find anything.
A specialist told me it’s most likely psychological.
How do you manage?

My sister told me I gained a lot of face fat during quarantine and that really hurt my feelings. I’ve gained 20 pounds in quarantine but actively try to take care of myself, unlike her. I workout, eat healthy, drink water. She’s always naturally been skinny and gets to eat whatever she wants and literally never works out. I just feel shitty that she said that to me. Am I being too sensitive?

Talking to the opposite sex at the gym: yes or no? (Or same sex)

How does one share a Delta drink voucher? Can you just take a screenshot?

Flight attendant woke me up while I was sleeping to give me ice cream, then I couldn’t go back to sleep.
How many points?

Might have to leave the “all things points” bowl soon if these creepy ant/roach/bug posts continue. Making me so paranoid to stay in a hotel now smh

Has anyone else had both markers dry out during a CPA exam? It's happened to me both times I've taken it.

I got bumped back to platinum elite on both Marriott and SPG.. after being gold for a few months now (have been on a local project for a year now)
Strange.

Are firm offices in LA closed due to COVID? Or are associates able to voluntarily go in?

If I fly a jetblue flight that is Jetblue ticketed, can I still use my AA Number? And would I get the same MQM and MQD than if I had booked a AA ticketed (jetblue operated) flight? This is for Mint class for reference

New job at a smaller law firm which provides a stipend for health insurance vs group coverage. Any recommendations for NY health insurance?

Are you spending time with family this month or next? My parents are still really worried about Covid since I work in the hospital so it looks like I may be spending the holiday season alone. I understand where they're coming from, but I'm not really sure what to do with myself next week or at Christmas. Tips? Should I try to find a remote pharm manager position?

So covid creative is going to be a longtime reality—and ideas how to handle? Seriously struggling with how to refresh concepts given the lengthy news cycle...and people are hungry for more. Right?

I recently joined a company after being self employed. I’m on hubs’s health insurance. We have no kids. It’s United healthcare. The company offers United as health insurance. What’s the best way to compare plans? I have not been in this situation before so apologies in advance if this is a dumb question.

Any massage recs in downtown/Back Bay/Southie? Looking to go with my roommates to treat ourselves, but I also have some upper back/neck pain. Is massage envy any good or are there better options that aren’t crazy expensive?

Fellow MBBers, any of you think the banking raises will trickle over to us (110k starting) or nah?

During the fall-recruiting cycle, does MBB ever prefer student applicants that graduate in the Spring over those that graduate in the Fall?

Currently at a T2, thinking about applying to an MBB . Question for you MBB 🐠 — if I have a referral and a solid resume, is it pretty much a guarantee that I will get an interview?

Anyone know how much clinical operations managers icu make in hawaii

How much annual hike in citi india on average at c11 level??

Health question: How to deal with chronic back pain? I may have a herniated disc and wondering if surgery is a viable option. I hate being restricted actively and constantly reinjuring myself.

If I take extended sick leave, i.e. 3 months, do future employers look at this? I want to take a break from ACN because of burnout, but dont want it to be an issue if I change roles in the next year or so?

Hello Fishes!
Can anyone tell me if our parents can stay with us for couple of days in the accommodation provided by HSBC ?

Hey everyone. I keep coming across comments about the predatory practices of journals but can’t find any details. Could you explain?

Any ideas of things to do with the family for Thanksgiving?

Does anyone have recommendations for thought leaders/influencers in the M&A space? Looking for blogs, books, YouTube videos? Not currently in the space, trying to learn more as I’m thinking about a pivot after a few years in consulting/startups

Hi All,

Can anyone tell me the salary structure in IBM?
Compensation team told my variable will be 10 to 15% and there will be quarterly bonus depending on performance it seems?
Is this true? IBM

Best Regards

Got a verbal offer today. waiting on paperwork to come. Cannot wait to get out. Playing a timing game between signing offer letter and getting off the bench. Shine down on me staffing gods

As homicide detectives, what has been the worst experience you have had?

As things start to reopen, please be patient with your servers. Expect longer wait times for most things that require customer service

Book recommendations? I’ve been reading atomic habits, and have moved onto Traders guns and money.

How is the number next to your fishbowl heart calculated? Mine doesn’t add up to the total reactions.. just curious

How much should a shift lead make west coast

Can’t focus today

How do you balance work and fun?

This is so dumb, but I hate when superiors say can WE do this...when it’s really can YOU do this

Quarantine vices you are picking up. I’m drinking a can of Coca Cola every day

To the bro sneezing loudly above my balcony, shut ya windows 🙊🙊🙊🙊🙊🙊🙊🙊

Anyone found an affordable adjustable standing desk they like? I have an iMac and a laptop is like to be able to fit on it.

Anyone here ever pull a complete 180 career change? I’m realizing I’m not very interested in exits my current position and my degree doesn’t provide too much direction either. I’m only one year out, so I feel like if there’s ever a time it’s now! Hoping to hear some success stories that inspire me to take the jump 🤗

Recommendations for ergonomic office chair? Wfh is going to go on for awhile so want to invest. Budget is about $300

Just learned that we (family account) have still been paying for Netflix's DVD service, in addition to the streaming service. Last DVD rental? 2015.

🤦‍♂️

Power out so I’m off early on a Friday! But, now my power is out…

6’5 here, does anyone have any recommendations on a good desk that is adjustable to a standing desk? I find that a lot of standing desks have a listed max height below 6’5

If you want a great 30 min podcast listen, check out Science vs. PANDEMIC episode. It was made in September of 2019 and is a war of the worlds type show on a pandemic spreading through the world. It even features Anthony Fauci before anyone knew who he was.