Government imposes $100K fee on H-1B visas in new immigration action

Any thoughts on 30th and 7th as an area? Had to do a virtual tour of a future apartment that I liked but can’t get a sense of the vibe. Trade off is More room + newer finishings at the expense of living in a hip residential neighborhood. Any red flags?

For in-house counsel roles, does firm prestige matter? For example, would the fact that an applicant is from Sullivan & Cromwell vs, say, White & Case matter at all, or is it much more about experience/interview? Does it matter as much as law school credentials? Assuming a mid-level corporate associate seeking to go in-house.

I am considering taking a position with a current client (multi family and hospitality real estate developer and operator) that is experiencing rapid growth. If I accept the position, I will be the company’s first GC. Any advice or recommend resources would be welcomed!

My background is in tech transactional. I joined a cybersecurity SaaS startup at the end of last year and now also handle more generalist matters in addition to all things commercial-related. I have a number of books on contracts that I’ve found super helpful over the years (The Tech Contracts Handbook, A Manual of Style for Contract Drafting, Sign Here, etc.). Can anyone recommend books they’ve found helpful for L&E matters, privacy matters, product matters, or marketing/advertising matters?

Anyone debating whether they want to return to work after baby? This will be my 3rd and it’s been on my mind.

I have an interview coming up at the end if the week for a process chemist position. The company site is a bit bare since it's a new company. What would be the best way to prepare? What types of interview questions do you feel almost always come up and tips on answering them?

Texas looking good for Biden especially the suburbs.

Hello Fishes, can I do DSA from JavaScript?

I’m new to the firm. My third project my manager was very hands off. He’s wants to have a discussion with me about my performance. He did not give me any support to work with; even when I asked! And my direct manager agrees with him, but it was my third week. What to do? I feel like I’m going to say something crazy. Any advice?

*In biweekly team sync meeting*
“Oh fuck this, I’m gonna kill myself”
…
“Oh goddammit, I’m not on mute”

When did you buy a home?

I’ll be working near a big market at 85% BigLaw salary. I have student loans to pay off, but considering getting into the market early with a low money down option.

Has anyone ever served in their respective state naval milita?

Hey everyone, I have my first interview coming for Project Management role at Meta. Any tips or recommendations? Does anyone know the layout of the interview?

If you are in an interview, please take time off for the interview and not do your work in parallel with your interview

Can anyone refer me to the Amex Delta Platinum? Thanks!

Told a friend of mine in tech I was considering moving to BCG. He asked me if I would have to move to Boston.

I followed up by asking what he thought the top consulting firms were. "I'd guess PwC and then McKinsey are the best. I've also heard of KPMG, Deloitte, and Bain, but I don't know much about them."

Just a reminder that outside our bubble no-one really cares about firm prestige etc.

Is Grammarly premium worth it? Anyone have experience with it?

Have any of you transitioned from a software consulting role to a product owner role? What was that transition like?

Looking to buy a light/medium jacket with no hood. Any recommendations deals being that it is Black Friday

Who the hell pulls out a cigar on descent and just holds it in their mouth??

What is everyone’s top 1 or 2 favorite books on personal finance? I’m always looking for a new one to bring into the fold of what I’m doing

TFW the 30 middle school kids at your gate start boarding a different flight. 😀

Where are you alt traveling or vacationing for long weekend?

Do you have a monthly inflight wifi plan? You must be in consulting!

Best alternative to Hilton loyalty? And will they match my status? Getting fed up with Hilton's poor customer service.

Question from a newbie consultant - What are some good online courses/ books to improve consulting skills?

Anyone at ATL delta lounge? Got here really early and have some time to pass. 🍺🍹🍸🍻

Someone reached out to me on LinkedIn about becoming an author on the side. Has anyone heard about such a thing?!? The person said she’s worked with 800 consultants writing their books and marketing it for them.

Do internships look good on a resume after 5 YOE? Just a liner under ‘education’ mentioning it not going into detail

Looking for book recommendations; any favorites? Interested in both fiction and educational/self-improvement (for example, investment / finance books, time management, etc). I feel my vocab is...

Who on this bowl feels an obligation to support their parents if they retire early and run out of money? This is causing some strife with my SO. My parents have planned very well and would never dream of putting me in a position to financially support them. My SOs parents retired early, and we are worried they won’t have enough of end of life care is necessary (which is almost inevitable). continued…

When the bartender at Frontera in ORD yells at you for not showing up last week. Sorry, I was WFH!!!