How do people on here make a side income? How profitable is it and how did you get started?

If you leave J2 and get another (new) J2, does the first J2 show up on new J2 background check? Assuming these are w2 roles. If so, how do you explain that? 🧐

A friend has medical bills for surgery that were billed incorrectly (they weren’t billed through the insurance), so they’re over $150k and he just discovered they’re now in collections. He can’t afford them. This might not be a legal question, but what type of professional can help him figure out how to get the medical bills billed properly through the insurance to a manageable amount? Also, when in your professional opinion is bankruptcy the right option?

Marcus HYSA rate cut down to 2.0% :(

So should I just not be paying my student loans now? If dems win this senate runoff loans would for sure be canceled to an extent? I want to use this period of interest free payments but also don’t want to pay if I don’t have to..

First 2 years for CSR is about to be over, and I’m looking at the value of the card against the annual fee. Combined with my other cards (Chase Freedom Unlimited & Flex) and deducting the $300 travel fee, the net benefit is $76. Is that enough to justify keeping the card? The lounge access at airports were a nice benefit, never got to use it since my client travel was through Amtrak.

Crypto, any idea about Shiba Inu?

Since the Chase Freedom Unlimited gives 3% cash back on dining, does that mean you get more UR points that way vs. using the Chase Sapphire Preferred?

Here’s a point of reference on meme stocks for people who thinks it’s too late to get in or who think it’s close to peaking. Tesla: 948M outstanding shares; market cap: $837B. GameStop: 69.75M; market cap: $5.36B.

Can partners at EY consulting buy as much equity as they desire?

What’s the best credit card for points in the UK. I’m from the US and have the Chase Sapphire Reserve and the Marriott Amex

How do you ask for points?

My wife is using my credit card too much.
Monthly around 13K.

Everytime I confronted her the ending is always the same, I loose the argument and end up paying everything.

Are we on recession? My portfolio is super down - low cost ETF investor here

Morgan Stanley or Schwab? Which brokerage should i choose?

Investment gurus - Appreciate pointers for resources (books, blogs, videos etc.) to read up on investment strategies. Just getting started and could use all the help. 🙏

Can you set automatic investments in TD Ameritrade? Looking to DCA at the start of every month into index funds without having to manually buy. Thanks!

Pretty new to stocks and investing I would like to invest $200-$300 a month in an ETF index fund which do you guys recommend? Also would like to invest some money monthly in a more risky stock which do you guys recommend?

How to invest in Direct Growth Funds? I've created a CAN ID using MF Utilities. It asks me to login and proceed but I don't have my login ID generated. Should I wait for more time as my CAN ID was approved only yesterday?

Looking for some software or tools recommendations for
1. Plan for retirement- I am looking to do the following calculations : calculate total corpus required at retirement based on inflation lifestyle etc. , calculate total amount my investments will grow at retirement age ( 401 k , savings etc, ). These two figures should give me an idea where the additional amount i need to invest.

Any recommendations?

Is there any tax deductions for variable pay when its credited to every 3 months?

Current place I'm at wants to extend me. Thing is I had already (verbally) agreed to another place. But other place is less $, less time, though more "prestige". Stay or go?

Need all opinions I can get. Interviewing at a place, and there are a few flags. (Details in 1st comment)

Anyone near Philadelphia want to go to: mini golf, top golf, arcade, bowling, hiking, etc?

Anyone have any advice going into the mock/pitch portion of the interview?

Is everyone on a date, I’m still working 🥹

I think Trump will be reelected. Do you agree?

Would a CD here look at some line edits I made for a campaign? Would be great if I could email you them?

In NYC, looking to switch to a new retail bank. Any suggestions? Need a physical store so looking at Chase, WF, etc. Thanks!

What is the Expected Salary for 12 yoe Java aws developer?

Hi all!
Does anyone have a salary range for a Data Governance Manager role?

Does McKinsey and BCG go for external hires for the “Principal” role (level below MD/Partner) Or is everyone home grown at this level.

Best recommendation of a nice restaurant in mid-town to take a client for Lunch?

Have you ever been or currently in a relationship with someone of who’s political beliefs conflict with your own?

Not dealing with this currently have dealt with it in the past. My parents started out opposites but now believe similarly. I’m wondering if it is possible in this day and age.

confession:i regret not prioritizing finding a good partner when i was in my college/early career years and envy those who did. it's harder now mid-senior career because you have less time and it actually requires you put time and effort into finding a good relationship

Bank of America H5 Job Band. Can someone tell me the salary range?

First feedback session ever tomorrow. Nervous...

Who else thinks that avocado is what the Devil sh**s? I find it revolting, but that appears to be a controversial opinion. Who else is with me?

First due diligence project coming up - any tips would be much-appreciated!

If anyone has exited to start your own recruiting firm and would be willing to chat, please DM me. Have an opportunity to do recruiting for a niche industry and just want to ask some foundational level questions. Thanks!

Anyone in consulting live in Tampa/St. Pete? How do you like it? Spouse (non consulting) and I have relo flexibility, thinking of leaving out of DC area to somewhere we can enjoy being active outdoors w our 2 Labs, beaches, better weather, house with a pool... We love summer and heat. 30s, no kids but on the horizon.

What are the weirdest reasons you have heard for people being laid-off? I have heard someone getting laid off because they missed submitting their time-sheets for 3 times in a year.

Top consulting firms for building mobile apps - IOS or Android?

What work would you do if you knew you were financially secure (like a couple million dollars in a trust fund but not infinite money)? Talking to my buddy who is graduating college and he has no idea what he wants to do but has enough security to do anything.

When they say utilization doesn't count for the month of May/June what exactly does that entail? I'm assuming being on the bench for those months will still show on personal utilization reports...

Moving from a boutique (<30 employees, MBB competitor) to the strategy practice of a Big 4. Have only worked for boutiques in the past, so I’m expecting there to be some major differences in terms of working style.

What are the major differences and ‘watch outs’ you would point out to me? Could be anything from culture, to red tape, to compliance etc.

Moving to a new place and have space for a desk and office chair. Best recs for both? Wayfair would be great since I have a friend who has a corporate discount but open to other options

Best headphones that can be used either at Client site, on the road or home. Looking for something in ear that fits in my pocket 40-50$ budget but depends on worth of headphones

What's the best consulting firms for H1B folks who have studied masters in STEM here? Got a cousin graduating this fall and he needs to know H1B/GC policies.

I’m so depressed, have been for years, and don’t see it getting better. I’ve tried everything from therapy, exercise, psychiatry, journaling, self help books, healthy diet, etc. what else is there?

How does your firm measure utilization? I work for a small boutique that defines it as utilization = number of billable hours/2,080 and full bonus payout occurs at 80% plus.

Is there an email I can use to contact delta?

How can I make the interview process less dreadful for myself? I am a strong candidate for the roles I am interviewing for, but the anxiety of case interviews and potentially failing is killing my confidence. Any helpful tips or mindsets to work on?

Monday to Friday, 12 hours daily on work (meetings, analysis, slides, research..), exclude meals. Personally feel that this is unsustainable as an average.

What do yall think?

Would anyone at Alvarez and marshal or IBM be willing to refer me?

For A&M - TAS associate in the New York office. Currently a TAS associate with 5 months experience in New York at a different firm. Main reason for the switch - lack of growth and deal flow.

For IBM - Financial Analyst co-op in the New York office. Main reason for the switch - large interest in the tech and corporate finance.

My background - 5 months TAS, 1.5 years financial services consulting, 8 months audit with PwC.

Is it recommended to get two full years of consulting experience before looking for a move elsewhere...for more comp (say to another Big 4, industry, attempt at MBB or FAANG)? Already have 8 yoe in the DoD space outside of consulting. And about 16 months of consulting exp