Hi everyone! I have a question for international consultants - do you guys buy medical insurance for your family members whenever they visit the States? Any tips on how to pick an insurance, names of the companies /plans (esp. if you did that recently and covid coverage was included) would be much appreciated. Thank you so much in advance!

I have a young mentee (Junior at University of Michigan) who is hardworking, ambitious, and a total sweetheart!!
She is looking for a TV/film/production internship for this summer and I was hoping someone could help give her a referral to an internship 🥺 She has been diligently networking and searching for internships for over half a year. I know she will wow everyone she will meet and I can’t think of anyone more deserving than her. I work in healthcare so I wish I could do more to help her!

What origination % are insurance defense firms giving to the attorney that brings in the file/client?

Does anyone have a therapist in the LA area that they recommend? Specifically someone who is familiar with these types of jobs. Obviously everyone’s doing telehealth for now but would be great if you could also say where they’re located.

I figure if anyone can understand this, it’s you all. I feel like I’m losing my damn mind. I have always loved communications, and I’m really good at it. But lately I’m so tired of politics and toxicity that I it’s sent me into a depression tailspin, on top of a pretty severe mid-life crisis. Two and a half weeks ago, I quit my job with nothing lined up. Not the smartest thing I’ve ever done, but I kind of feel like self-preservation was at work here. I want to do work that makes a difference. ☹️

I'm studying proton therapy (radiation) and it's the most amazing thing I've ever seen. The fact that we can target tumors with so much accuracy is incredible

How is the trend of Data Analyst jobs in healthcare industry?

I started Adderall and have been drinking a ton of water, over 120oz a day. My throat feels thick, not like an alrgic reaction almost like a strep throat feeling and my ears are popping. This started when I started my douse, anyone experience this or am I just sick

Why are town Hall meetings so impersonal? They are all about awards / the number of people hired. I know FCB health is large, but we never hear from people who aren’t Executives. Last town hall, when discussing inclusion efforts, there were no people of color represented and one of the 4 pillars of diversity was centered around our “reputation as an organization” (that really rubbed me the wrong way). At my last agency those conversations were always led by people of color from every level.

Can anyone tell me about infusion nursing? How did you get into it? (I see a lot of job postings but they all want experience.) Also I got my RN early in the pandemic, so I never got a preceptorship, and I’ve since worked mostly in immunizations. Took a phlebotomy/IV course for more practice, but… any advice?

Any recommended resources for a mid-level lit associate looking to develop some skills in health care transactional work? I'm primarily a med-mal attorney and several clients have small opportunities on the MA side that I'd like to be able to assist with. The firm does not currently have a specific transactional healthcare practice group so I'd need to go out of the firm for mentorship in this area. For now, I'm just looking for good basic foundational resources.

Appreciate it!

Dry January. Anyone have it turn into the kick off for a longer term plan? Considering this.

Hello! What is your favorite app/online courses to practice yoga? Thanks!

Girlfriend has very obvious high functioning anxiety and body image issues that she admits but thinks she doesn’t need therapy or medication and that reading self-help books will help her. It’s not changing in the last several years and it’s impacting our relationship. Anyone have experience with their SO dealing with untreated anxiety? I know I can’t control her but would like to express my feelings without sending her into a spiral. For context, I’ve been in therapy for 12 months and medicated

Anyone ever get acid reflux every time you lay down to nap or go to sleep? Middle of 6 months and feel like acid reflux just hit me. :( any suggestions besides taking tums?

How will covid impact commercial space downtown? What is the future of commercial space? I personally prefer to work in office, but I’m sure organizations are starting to see how much $$ can be saved

Really trying not to spiral, and my practice group leader has been openly hostile to and dismissive of me lately. I haven’t mentioned my depression/anxiety to him because we’re not exactly getting along swimmingly, but I don’t know who else to talk to about my MH. Fighting with my wife hasn’t helped either. Really not sure how to handle it aside from counseling but that isn’t getting me anywhere fast. Thoughts?

Looking for face lotion recommendations. I feel like I can’t even wash my face because my skin is so dry. Maybe I need to start having a skin care routine or whatever. Idk where to start

A friend of mine was arrested last night over a DUI charge and his family is worried sick. How can I help comfort them...

Anyone else dealing with brain fog and fatigue right now? No matter how much I sleep I can’t think straight and feel unrested

Came from a tax background considering making a switch to consulting/advisory. What is consulting work life like at KPMG?

Is Intelliswift a good company?

Please comment if someone has an idea

Has anyone’s credit score dropped dramatically? Mine dropped almost 20 points in one month and the reason says because the age of my accounts are low but I haven’t opened any new ones? wondering if it’s covid related somehow?

Can anyone provide a good office chair recommendation? Looking to spend somewhere between $200-$300, but willing to look into pricier options if it is really worth it!

Just logged in. How is everyone? I guess I need likes to msg? Any pointers?

Desperately looking for an L4 role in APJ or AMER can anyone help?

Really frustrated... 1 year at Globant. Very unprofessional person at product director level and his fake accent. Petty politics...he is promoting boot licking culture. His work is to manage WhatsApp and hangout group of BAs. Globant

Is it good to accept business analyst position in 9 lpa in Genpact badshahpur?

I started full time at an agency mid pandemic so have never once worked in the office. I find myself working 50+ hour weeks even from home. Everyone who says "I can't wait to be back at the office" - are they really serious? To tack on commute time and public transit anxiety, wake up at the crack of dawn. Will working from the office somehow decrease the work load and increase productivity? Genuinely curious who wants to go back and why.

How do ya'll survive your first 90 days at a new job? What are some ways not to piss people off during those first 3 months? Trying to advise my lil sis

I believe most members of this group are tense & anxious owing to the uncertainty surrounding H1b. Can we have members post some positive stories here ? Cases of extension/transfer approval( w/wo RFE)

Looking to grow my practice by acquisition I am CFP,CPA,MBA located in Central PA. Please let me know if you are interested in talking about your succession plan. Thanks!!

COOLEY COVID BONUS MEGATHREAD!
Which firms will fall in line? Which firms won’t?

Any IP lit laterals getting bonuses over the last year? Curious about Juniors in the 2-4 year range but all data points helpful

What should your realization rate be as a first year? I have not gotten any negative feedback but my realization rate seems...bad

A partner emailed you, recognizing your hard work and thanking you (you billed aweful lot of hours this month). Do you respond or not?

Do you think clubhouse will be a hot in the longer run?

Guys.. Please help..
- Jpmc(28 fixed + 8-10% Variable bonus) bangalore
- Deloitte India (28 fixed + 1.5 joining bonus) Gurgaon
- Current company (bofa) retaining with 45% now and 20% in end year (total ~28 fixed only).

CC: bofa
Yoe: 6
Current location: Dehradun/Gurgaon

Should I accept ans retain in the same company??
Please help

Motivation to work: non existent. 🙂🙃

Any good books/learning materials on how consulting/non-product firms acquire other firms? Struggling to find relevant info. “Talent-based acquisitions” seem to be all about hr/recruiting. What are alternative keywords I should use?

Anyone else dealing with brain fog and fatigue right now? No matter how much I sleep I can’t think straight and feel unrested

How do I check my utilization?

I want to become a better people manager. I haven’t ever gotten any formal training in this and now my career will demand it. Any training, conferences, books you good folks recommend?

What are the best Sales books y’all read?

I have been tagged for this project that doesn’t start until June 10th. My utilization is going to drop significantly but at the same time the deployment team cannot present me elsewhere. Ugh!

Are there any books or classes about convincing people that have irrational arguments? Trying to figure out how to frame conversations that lead to my conclusions that aren't based in logic and fact.

🐠 in Bay Area Tech/Prod companies: Do you generally experience that the tech folks just don’t respect the non tech ones? There is this general mindset that I will not respect you or care for what you have to say unless you code better than I do? How do you navigate this?

Joined a new company/team recently and haven’t been doing well .. i was a high performer at my previous job but it’s a new industry I joined and my peers are so much better regardless of how hard I work.. (the entire team works 15 hrs/day so there’s only so much more I can do).. how can I get better :(

Best books on business/ negotiation/ leadership you have ever read (and use practically)!?

What are the best consulting firms for pricing (consumer goods focused)?

Hello! I’m going to BSchool in August. Any recommendations on books / websites / videos to be more prepared for management consulting interviews?

But for real 🐟, what is happening to Delta? 4 days later and still cancelling hundreds of flights and multiple hour delays on >25% ... tomorrow looks bad too....

Does anyone know if things like jury duty or bereavement leave count against your utilization? I've heard it doesn't count the same way holidays and PTO do, but not sure how that is possible.

Any book recs on how to improve soft skills (ex. Communication, leadership, etc)? Doesn’t beat real life practice of course but would be a good starting point. Thanks!

Hi, I am a PhD student and I have recently started preparing for consulting. I have gone through basics of framework and have watched few YouTube videos. I am at the point where I am seeing diminishing returns by studying more books. Anyone willing to help or are there people in the same boat? Would love to connect with potential study/case buddies! TIA!

Is there a hard limit on how frequent you can apply in a year at FAANG? (For instance: Amazon, Google)

Also, how many positions are we allowed to apply?
There are just many positions at different teams right.

What is the best consultancy for Media and Entertainment work? Considering a move…

Is asking tomorrow for a day off for Yom Kippur (this Wednesday) a bad look? Its last minute and obviously its a calendar event that I should have seen coming and given notice for

Utilization may be my least favorite thing about Deloitte. It makes life challenging if you're stringing together a bunch of short-term, yet interesting, projects.