Hey fish: what are some of your favorite business/self-help books?

Which psycho conceived Netflix's new original series "Santa Clarita's Diet"???

What are some good motivational/self-help/personal development podcasts you all listen to regularly? Thanks in advance!

I am moving from Germany to Seattle soon. What should i do first to explore the real Seattle? And what should my new hobby be?

You get to be a member at 1 country club in the world. For sake of the question, you have easy access to whatever it is and can play the course/use the amenities often.

Which would you choose?

Where to go with kids and grandparents during cold season in Chicago or Northshore? Moved to Northshore recently with 2 kids and parents visiting soon.
1. Restaurant recommendations.
2. Play areas.

New to city, looking for good restaurant recommendations please.

What’s is your favorite fast food chain and why? There is so many I don’t know which one to choose. Thank you.

I have tons of mushrooms, what should I cook?

So I finally got around to watching the Bear. Thoughts? They did get the frantic element right and the little details. But my family at Thanksgiving all seemed to think it was basically a documentary

I’m looking at furthering my wine education. Should I take a wine making course or a somm-type tasting course first? Wondering if the order of one before the other would help build better foundation.

Running out of socially distant things to do in the DMV in the winter. Any favorite less popular parks/nature spots? Please share suggestions!

Top spots for bolognese in Boston? Ideally holes in the wall

Any suggestions for IOS puzzle games that double as sneaky mental health breaks?

Who is excited for the epic tale of Jon Snow. It's going to premiere in late December.

Just finished Train Dreams by Denis Johnson. Superb. Gonna start Tree of Smoke next.

Looking for whole life insurance. Who is better Mass Mutual or Northwestern or NY life?

Interviewed for a GS-15 (same agency but different office) and totally aced the interview with excellent answers. They know I’m a top performer with senior references. However I noticed there was an internal candidate who has been there for few years and interviewed that’s a veteran. I feel my chances just sank and want to gauge thoughts.

I’ve been in my current position (Bookkeeper) for 4 years now. I’m highly interested in taking the PHR, and I’m wondering if I would qualify for the 4 year HR professional job requirement to be eligible to test for the certificate. I work for a small business, therefore I do all the on boarding paperwork/payroll. Any advice is appreciated.

What are the equivalent jobs we can find in Industries? I am actually thinking of moving to industry in long term. However iam not really sure where I would fit in there. I am doing BA kinda role cont

Anyone did a H1B transfer recently using premium processing ? Trying to understand timelines

Thoughts on CVS Health?

I’m having a really hard time with my changing body. 13 weeks, I don’t have too many bad side effects of pregnancy or anything so I consider myself lucky (no nausea ever etc) but I’m depressed at work, my skin is completely broken out and showing new broken face capillaries, and I’m not showing a bump yet so I just feel fat and big. I don’t know where this “glow” is but I look in the mirror and literally am grappling with not recognizing myself :( it’s been impossible to find any clothes too.

not much activity at all in here..this could be a great platform for some discussion. the linkedin channels are all full of recruiters and partners trying to promote their new suiteapp..

Any thoughts on iCapital?

I feel guilty anytime I have downtime and am not working or learning. Actually, it's more anxiety than anything. Is this how they suck us in? With guilt and anxiety?

Client is asking the million dollar question on what would be their ROI on running a super bowl spot. Any models or partners that anyone has used on how to project outcomes?

Are there RPA use cases in data work?

Hi, can anyone please let me know whom I should contact to receive my ID card from FIS? I joined few months back and I still haven't received my ID card.
Thank you

48/M, average health. Few weeks ago I had a seizure out of the blue. First time ever, no family history. At the hospital given lots of tests: MRI, CT, EKG, EEG, blood/urine/COVID tests. Everything came back normal. Since hospital discharge I’ve seen cardiologist and wore halter monitor for a week. All good. Have neurologist appointment next month but afraid no one knows why this happened. In the meantime no one wants me to drive a car. Can this happen again? Can anyone relate to this situation?

Anyone have any Back/Spine specialist recommendations in the ~Central Austin area? Needing a second opinion beyond my ortho and curious where people have had positive experiences.

Ryan Murphy is the new Aaron Spelling. Big rich producer making money off of cheesy shlock. I guess you can’t take the Indiana out of the boy. Heart’s in the right place though. Bless his heart.

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.

Best neighbourhood on/near/in the water...in LA, high proximity to fun and creative culture. Welcome any and all thoughts...

I'm currently of the humble opinion that your average CPA is essentially brain dead on the topics of strategic partnerships and reciprocal referral relationships.

13 years experience and no college education. Best way to go about earning my BA and taking the CFP?

I’m a wealth management associate and Considering a move from wire house-brokerage to RIA. Have you made the switch? Good/Bad experiences welcome.

I feel guilty anytime I have downtime and am not working or learning. Actually, it's more anxiety than anything. Is this how they suck us in? With guilt and anxiety?

What is the biggest "burden" about your jobs? The research of stocks, funds, bonds, etc. or putting together a portfolio for customers during the busy seasons?

I'm looking to improve my communication skills to navigate a very political environment better (i.e. I need to be more diplomatic). Any books recommendarions are appreciated 💁🏼‍♀️

CFP thinking of taking a few month career break to search for a new position. Need a recharge and to reevaluate, not to mention time to search. Would this be a mistake? Thanks

Anyone knows about the base for chase PCA?

Our RIA will be presenting to a group of FAs on COI strategy in a few months. Curious if anyone has had success obtaining referrals from centers of influence?

What’s the biggest point of pain for you Indy’s, that tech or other services hasn’t fixed yet?

If a client is being a pain in the ass can you transfer and ship their assets to the firm of your choice? Do you need their permission?

Any book recommendations? Here are a couple that I've recently recommended:1) Freakonomics2) Super Freakonomics3) The Big Short4) Never Eat Alone. Please add as you see fit!

Has anyone set up a template follow-up email?

Anyone here currently at EdwardJones but previously with Prudential? Are you happy with the move?

I have a new prospect. Small business owner that wants to start a 401k for himself and his employees. Who would be the top 2-3 organizations I contact, and what questions should I ask the providers?

Looking for insight on avg total comp for registered middle management with big bank. Considering making the jump from a branch advisor to managing a team of branch advisors. I’m newly 9/10 licensed. I’ve been building book in a bank branch but the consumer bank side of the job is draining. I’m making $155k total, $75k of that is salary. Anticipating a $130k salary offer if I go management route, with small annual bonus. Any others with experience that can speak to this?

Cancelations suck in general, but I've gotten this one twice lately "Someones died in my family, and I just cant deal with this now" Click!

Anyone in the UK that wants a referral for a financial advisor position? It’s 100% remote

Anyone finding it harder getting managed money biz? If so, what changes or adjustments have you made in prospecting or sales approach? Thanks.

If I have a small growing practice (~$70k), is there any viable set up that allows me to continue growing my practice and get paid to help service someone else’s or pipe dream?! How much could I earn?