How do people afford a flamboyant lifestyle?

Did you do the NIPT? I just had my first prenatal appt and they scheduled me for the NIPT at 10 weeks. I’m a little nervous and anxious. Did anyone get it and got a false positive? Do you not recommend it? I wish I could ask family but we’re not telling anyone until the 12 weeks mark.

Husband and I have been TTC for almost a year. His semen analysis came back all normal with the exception of morphology at 1% (Kruger Strict criteria). Anyone have insights into morphology and it’s impacts on fertility? From what I’ve read and after talking to our fertility specialist morphology seems subjective.

Any parents who are still on the safe side with Covid? We have a 1 year old and being safe and staying mostly home is really getting to me. Most of our friends have kids who are able to mask up or are vaccinated and it’s getting quite isolating. Especially now mask mandates are being lifted feeling like we can’t go anywhere without risking our kid.

Progressive insurance claims: to work there or not?@

My temp contract has been extended. I’m relieved to be able to pay the bills, but after giving 70-80 shots a day, I literally dream about giving vaccines almost every night! Struggling to keep positive about finding a new permanent job - I was laid off at the end of April, have applied to over 60 jobs, had 6 interviews, and no offers. I can’t go back to chain retail - it damn near broke me in my 20’s, and it’s much worse now.

My husband has untreated OCD. Does not want to get help for it. Does anyone have any advice for spouses of OCD sufferers?

Any recommendations for a female psychologist in the Alexandria,VA area?

I didn't apply for a job that would have set me up for the future in the government. I wouldn't have to worry about money or future jobs. My boss had just given me a small pay rise and talked up the future and so I felt good. I now severely regret not applying for the job and cannot stop thinking about it to the point of insomnia and depression. I even contacted the employer but too late. It's a small town and rarely anything comes up. I hate myself and feel like I failed my family. :(

My brother got me a weightlifting belt
Unsure if I need one or when/if I should use it
Any advice?

Thoughts on Razorfish Health?

Please tell us, since COVID started:

-weirdest thing you've eaten
-weirdest thing you've watched
-weidest thought you've had.

Have a presentation in front of a large group tomorrow and it's giving me anxiety. Will taking a Xanax help?

How often do you cry at your job? I cry usually one day a week triggered by stress/overwhelm but want to know if this is a typical response

Sooo who’s working on Pfizer’s covid vaccine?

New to the city.
How do you all get through the constant gray and gloom? Especially with the lockdowns: with gyms closed, and constant drizzle - what outdoor activities do you do?

Should I read anything into the fact that since being laid off I’m finally sleeping well?

Any recommendation for a therapist around Jersey City/ NYC area? I have called 15 people so far and none of them are taking new clients. This isn't helping my anxiety.

I left bedside nursing and the hospital 2 years ago. I don't feel guilty about it and honestly this pandemic
has convinced me to never return.

Need a morning workout buddy

I’m riddled with anxiety and emotionally convinced that something bad is going to happen today. It feels like instinct mixed with dread. Does anyone else get this? How do you move past it?

I am a m4 interviewing with Canada, Australia and UK offices in ey. Could leave US due to h1b rfe. Any idea on what's a m4 salary at these locations for IT assurance

How often do you cry at your job? I cry usually one day a week triggered by stress/overwhelm but want to know if this is a typical response

There’s a senior architect at my firm that’s absolutely toxic as heck but on Fridays, he becomes his alter ego. All like “Happy Friday!” and “you’re very welcome” and “hope you have a fantastic weekend!” No joke, he really is a different person.

So I want to marry a physician (girl) as they make good money so I get a good life plus decent retirement. Is it selfish to marry someone for money???

Follow up on Rich Dad Poor Dad...General consensus is to buy real estate...So for those of you who have read the book, have you bought any real estate lol?

How do people increase their credit score? Mine’s only around 790/770 for transunion/equifax respectively and its been like that for a while now. I have 100% payment rate, only 3% credit utilization, and 0 hard inquiries for the past 6 months or so. So far I only have credit cards, no loans yet. Thanks in advanced!

Can someone remind me what it's like to be in public and not in busy season? My brain can't go back 9 months

Processing time for cpa license in MA?

There’s no reason you have to put up with a job you hate. I spent many years working in a toxic environment with a boss who gossiped and lead through fear. He wasn’t really much of a leader but basically a foreman. And he could make my existence miserable. I admit that it wasn’t easy to find another job but the bottom line is: trust your guts. If you feel something is wrong it’s because it probably is. Don’t second guess yourself. Look for options and and fight for your mental health.

I am so tired of getting mixed up with the other black female associate at my firm. Sigh.

How do your companies track talent and music usage, are there any good software applications for this?

Hello friends,

How is stratacent as a company to join?

I’m a newer registered nurse (2 years) and want to get into remote work. I keep getting denied due to lack of experience but to even get the job I have now (case manager) the company knew one of my family members and they gave me a chance to interview because of that. For these remote companies where I don’t have connections how can I transition over?

Confronted client today about partner forcing us to travel while client site has travel restrictions. As a result is team is remote next week. Counting down days till I get rolled off/fired now lol

Does 125k in Bonvoy points get you much?

Does anybody have good electric standing desk recommendations? Ideally in the $200-300 range.

Condensed rant de la nuit - not all movies need to be entertaining!

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...

What do you 🐠 recommend doing in the first couple of weeks on a new job to start off on the right foot with new boss, new team, new co?

To those starting the year on the beach: office or home office ...or actual beach?

What are the best data privacy certs to aim for? 4 year exp in cyber risk consulting. Want to move to a privacy related role outside the big 4. Should I go for the CDPSE or CIPP or CIPM?

Any book recommendations about human psychology / thought processes?

Good nonfiction book recommendations? What are you all reading?

I have no idea where to post this, but is a anyone else super weirded out by LinkedIn lately? All these pictures of people using their kids as props for parental leave, or how their kid has a disorder and how proud they are? I just came across a post that was a woman lying next to her mom who had *literally* just died. I feel a little cold hearted saying it, but it is so over the top on what is supposed to be a professional network. Am I just totally out of touch?

What’s your backup plan if you are laid off as a result of the downturn?

I want to get smart on digital strategy for healthcare, especially in the public sector. Any recommendations on resources or publications?

EY fish - when you are laid off, is it immediate the day you're told or do you get a little warning?

How does one get out of back office IT consulting to more front office technology/apps consulting?

My office chair stinks even though I wash it with carpet cleaner every few weeks. Fellow 24/7 WFH workers, how do you keep your office chair clean?

Which Canadian B school MBB or other top consulting firms regularly recruit from?

What are the BCG ring fences and how is each one? Can you join any of them or are you required to do the one closest to your home office

Any recommendations for a mattress? Cheaper the better (although I’d love the Sheraton, I can’t afford $$$$)