Hey all. I and some coworkers are reservists. We are trying to get the reserve leave policy more in line with other NYC bank's and consulting firms, as the bank does almost the bare minimum for userra. Was hoping some of you all wouldn't mind sharing the highlights of your institutions reserve leave policy so I can present a benchmark.

Hello folks,

I am new to fishbowl and recently got an offer from Publicis Sapient for a senior associate. They are offering $136k with unlimited pto benefits. As I am from the industry and haven't heard about this company before, I would like some comments or thoughts about working for this company? How do they invest in their employees (like pay raise, promotions, etc)?

How many leaves are there in PwC AC. Do you guys have winter disconnect?

Can someone explain the benefits package for Associate Directors at BCG. I hear health and 401k match is great, but any specifics will help. Also what is the average bonus and range low to high.

Hi Fishes,

Does anyone have worked at Vivid Economics or know about the company? There's very limited information/reviews about it. I was wondering if anyone could give me some insights, eg. the culture, people, the benefits, etc. Much appreciated!

When did you first tell your firms you’re pregnant and will be taking mat leave?

Is anyone concerned the push for sexual equality in pay without accordant leveling of parental leave is gonna backfire?

Here’s a hypothetical:

A company has 2 candidates, aged 25-30, equal in every respect save one’s a man the other’s a woman. Maybe the woman is a slightly better candidate overall. They’d have equal comp.

Company considers the woman a riskier bet due to possibility she’ll take maternity leave — and considers the man less risky for his ineligibility to take as much leave. 🤷

Partners, what are the financial benefits of retiring as a Partner at PwC or other Big 4s?

Does having corporate NPS account make any difference? Ultimately we get 50k additional deduction only ,right? So between an employee giving a voluntary contri of 50k to an individual nps account and another whose employer's contri 50k to corporate account will give the same benefits, isn't this understanding correct?

Hello Fishes!

How is Blackstone CoE to work for as a senior analyst? Any perks?
All your replies are anticipated. I see no one has discussed Blackstone.
Please help me know a little.

Hi, we are currently updating our Apprenticeship Policy and I wanted to understand what other organisations offer in regards to:
1. Rewards for exam passes
2. Holiday allowance during study

Any detail would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

I’ve worked at places that all have different holiday policies. EA has at minimum a nice 10 day shutdown from Christmas Eve through New Years. It’s great to know that there will be no slack messages or an exploded inbox to come back to while away. I’ve been at other studios that only give you Christmas Eve & Day and New Years Eve & Day and then the rest is up to you to request for PTO and this is obviously the suck.

Wonder what it’s like for you?

I recently had an initial interview for a technical recruiter position. The guy on the phone stated that this is not a 9-5 job and long hours are expected. I proceed to ask how much PTO is offered and he said that is not recommend within the first 6 months of working and the harder you work the more PTO you receive. From that conversation, I saw instant red flags. Any thoughts?

Do any of your companies offer coworking benefits? For instance if you’re fully remote, do they offer a monthly stipend to be used at coworking locations near you? Or anything similar in nature?

What are the health insurance benefits provided at SAP India ? What is the base cover and how much can it be extended to ?

Can anyone share what are the usual components of a flexi benefits basket and to what max amount can you utilise them.
Eg. Communication fuel etc

Can anybody of you please share some details over their CTC structure , Non taxable components please over & above benefits in Amex ?

My query is specific to position of SE 1 @ SE2

Moving into a new role to support marketing efforts of two smaller divisions under our brand umbrella. When I asked my boss what the job description was to create year end goals they told me to write one. . . Where do I start?

I don’t get paid to write advertising. I get paid to sit through meetings like these. Kill me.

What's the most effective or interesting initiative you've seen at your company for diversity and inclusion?

Anyone listening to the podcast “Dr. Death”? Both fascinating and horrifying...

Any guidance on evaluation for GS-13/14 level attorney-adviser positions? Matching resume but credentials aren’t insane.

What is the package that accenture is giving for 5 yoe experienced full stack dev(bangalore)
I asked for 17 and they say that it is ‘VERY’ high as per accenture pay.

Did anyone get a response from immigration team on h1b 3rd lottery results ?

Favorite office chair?

Would folks be open to participating in a “PM Office Hours” style discussion?

Flexible on format etc; here’s what I’m thinking:
- We choose a particular problem for a week (/month?) which a lot (all?) PMs face regularly. E.g. “stakeholder mapping”
- we have a “Fishbowl Live event” where we (practicing PMs) can discuss what we have seen work / not work/ brainstorm solutions for someone with a specific problem.

The idea is to provide multiple peer perspectives, and hopefully something useful

Any PR professionals here up for a quick chat?

Pre and post production routines/tips/etc? Ive always worked with my CD on productions, but going into my first solo. Any tips? Thank you!

Hi, Required reference in Accenture for Program Service Coordinator post. If anyone can give reference please let me know.

Hi Fishes,

I've given written test for Open Text, it has been 2 weeks no response, Usually how long it will take to respond, let me know how many rounds of interview.
Skill set: Automation Testing, YOE: 5.8 yrs.

I'm a copywriter by trade looking to improve my art direction sensibilities - any good resources (books, links, other) you'd recommend?

Is there a professional/respectful way to decline a take home case study that doesn't automatically disqualify you from the candidate pool?

Any tips to increase the likelihood of getting scholarship $$. Applying for a 2023 start date

Anyone else hearing from multiple WOC who had their Times Up RSVPs cancelled after the fact?

Anyone know any recruiters at USAA? Trying to apply for jobs there but getting no luck

Question for the group. What keeps you from freelancing/ working as a professional services contractor? Are there particular aspects that prevent you from diving in such as concern of gaps between projects, difficulty getting paid from clients, or do you enjoy the w2 position you’re in currently? Would love to hear your thoughts!

I did my time and got out and was thrilled but now I am insanely bored and don’t have much motivation. Am considering getting back in or applying to become a police officer / fed...cont

Anyone use a lawyer to get increased disability? If so, any recommendations?

Anyone gone through Amazon AWS’ military apprenticeship?

PwC'ers. How much am I looking at for healthcare for myself, my wife, and toddler?

I start in a week, haven't seen figures yet.

Fam, planning to sign up for AASLT as my AT this summer. Ngl, not in best shape currently. How hard is it? How much prep would you recommend?

I'm seeing a meme float around on facebook today regarding VA payments for anthrax shot related issues if it came from the squalene laced lots the FDA identified. Any truth to it? I'm skeptical.

I want to buy a new home and then sell my current home after we are moved out. Current home is a VA loan, is there any way to buy the second house on a VA loan?

Just want to rant. Failed an interview because I brought up ranger school being the reason I left the military. Cont. Below.

Have any of you vets felt crappy and found out it was low testosterone? I recently had a blood test and found this out myself, from looking online it appears that this is pretty common in a lot of vets and men in general. I’m curious if this is a common thing that I just didn’t know impacted a lot of vets and / or could be service related.

Hey Ladies & Gents,

I'm trying to find anyone I can talk to about getting into DISA or CISA. Anyone have any experience with USAJobs and navigating the federal application and interview process?

I work at a medical device manufacturing plant as a training coordinator, I have a military background and a degree and am trying to advance but am feeling stuck. I am a literal jack of all trades, and am trying to get out of the hourly life, I’m working an average of 100 hour weeks and have been for at least the last 6 months.

Are there any other Coasties here?

Is there anyone in HR that can clarify this for me a little- Hawaii is a state that prohibits future employers from asking your salary. How does this apply to remote positions? Is it only based on the home state of the company? Or would it apply because I am applying from Hawaii?

I went to Strayer

Accenture is in the full gear military recruitment season. I was hired on through the process a few years ago and it’s been great ever since. They have paths for officer and enlisted. DM if interested

Weird question for those that have experienced combat and work in consulting

What's more taxing, a combat deployment or a stressful project?

PwC, are you butthurt because you weren't a paratrooper?

How much do you put into TSP?