How long does the McKinsey background check process take? Trying to figure out when I can hand in notice and hopefully take time off between jobs.

Can I use the floating holiday after 9/30 or is it gone?

I want to take this moment to wish everyone a happy new year. Still on holiday vacation.

If buy the partners you work with regularly a holiday gift, how much do you spend? Usually I get baked goods or food items which you can’t tell the actual amount spent on. This year, though, I’d like to support local restaurants by encouraging people to order takeout—hence, giving gift cards.

How much is appropriate for a restaurant gift card from an associate to a partner?

Starting a new job next month, and considering taking two days off for kids’ spring break next month. Not sure whether it’s appropriate to request time off for a new job (I would’ve preferred not to take any time off for first three months). I may just be able to just ask for a single Friday off (so 1 day rather than 2 days).

Any thoughts on whether I should proceed with the request? I just came from big law and want to make sure I’m not making a bad impression on my colleagues.

Anyone familiar with Covid Supplemental Paid Sick Leave in CA? Does having planned time off nullify a full time employee’s ability to use the C19 sick leave if they become sick just prior to the planned time off? (I’ve only been able to find references to eligibility being based off of hours work preceding C19 sick leave - nothing about planned time off)

Hi all, I’ve been taking 15mg XR in the morning and 15mg IR as needed in the afternoon for about 2 years now and it’s helped a lot, however, when I take time off I just feel so lethargic. I’ve read about people taking Wellbutrin as well. Anyone have experiences with this? I meditate and exercise as well, but I just lack energy and almost feel like the same things don’t make me happy when I’m not on my medication.

I have “unlimited vacation” at my firm. How much vacation/PTO is given at big law firms that don’t have unlimited?

How much PTO does everyone get? Please include yoe for context

does booking sick date or vacation impact utilization?

Does Oracle have holiday shutdown?

So annoyed,

So my work has unlimited PTO -global company. I'm based in uk and line manager is in USA. he said I'm taking to much time off and has brought it up with upper management. I have taken in total to date 22 days with 8 (4 include an operation) more to go. My performance is above target. I just feel blindsided.

Thoughts

Have you felt the below, how did you overcome (apart from leaving!) Exhausted or demotivated, took a vacation to come back fresh. But post joining did not find work interesting anymore. All seems to boring and losing interest

Can my vacation home be 45 minutes away if it’s at the beach? Or does that look suspicious? I want to get in for 10% down and lower rate than an investment home

Partners - Do you ever take vacations?

I have been at my current firm for about 1.5 years, and in that entire time the partner in my group hasn't been out of the office a single time. Is that normal? I can't tell if it's standard for big law partners to not take time off, if the dynamics for my group may be different (only 1 partner in the entire group), or it the partner I work with is just a masochist.

Anyone hiring those who have been out of work for a year? I took time off to tend to personal matters, but I am now looking to get back into the workforce again. My previous experience includes time at B4 audit up to senior level and then transitioned to manager in industry. Senior/manager roles are preferred.

I don’t mind audit. However, I’d prefer it not to be at a B4, as I am looking for some semblance of a work life balance.

DM me if you have something above, thanks.

Anyone here going to the EY holiday party this Thursday alone? I am 😅 and i think i’d be fun to meet other gals and keep each other company!

Coming to SD for vacation - first time! Where would you recommend someone stays? Things I’m into: food (specifically seafood), walks along the beach, markets/shopping (handmade, artsy stuff, boutiques, etc.).

Anyone took personal loan from HDFC !!
What are their interest rates and charges ?
Which bank is best for personal loan considering all charges/ interest rates and all ??

Is buying into the VIX the best way to hedge for a mkt downturn?

Love this thread :)

Is there any vacancy in IBM Kolkata for ETL Testing /SQL/Visualization for 6 years experience?

Why did the donut go to the dentist? To get a filling.

So my partner will be getting laid off 4/15. 🥺

Let the games begin, and may the odds be ever in your favor.

Hi Everyone,

I am in need of a job in the field of Human resources, i have 3 years of experience.please do suggest/ reffer me it would be really helpful. I can join in 30 days.

If there are any earth science teachers out here (preferably in NY) can you please reach out for a potential opportunity?

Anyone want to be case buddies for the next three weeks? Mostly free in evenings and weekends!

How many people here wants to switch job, but can’t due to current market scenario or GC process ?

Comment 1 for current market scenario.
Comment 2 for GC process.

What do you think logistics companies can do to ensure that remote workers are productive and contributing to the team's efforts?

Any tips on final round airport test fit interviews? Anythings I should / shouldn’t mention (eg gaming hobbies) and anything I should be wary of? Thanks in advance fellow fish!

I completed my HR discussion in capgemini one week back. My HR told she will send mail with a amcat test link. But till now i didn't receive any such mail(6 days passed). Am i rejected or will it take some time to send mail?

So, the CDC removed the Covid guidelines. I’ve never had Covid. I’m afraid people will come into work not wearing a mask and be inconsiderate… ughhh so distracting and disgusting. I’m also at risk to develop complications. Not sure if I should talk to HR. Not even sure if I should ask for accommodations to continue being able to wfh at least most days of the week to reduce risk. Idkkkk 😩This is so unprecedented. I always wear my mask at work. I’m getting pressured to attend firm events as well

Where have you seen Siegfried people exited to?

Just wrapped up internship. How long do they take to get back to us with FT offers? Who will reach out? How will they do it?

Anyone works in Risk area for McKinsey? Can you tell me briefly what the work would be usually? Any specific areas? Like Compliance, AML? Thanks!

What is fastest way to improve both structured communication and thinking? Any helpful books or drills?
It’s the one consistent feedback I get while casing , “to be more structured” I’m there for math ability , business logic , creativity.

McK 🐠 : CBS MBA here and I got invited to interview for the SA role in Atlanta. Any case/experience tips to maximize my chances of getting an offer?

Good answer for “what motivates you” for MBB interview without the mention of 💵

Any bcg first rounders heard back today? When was your interview?

Fellow MBBers, any of you think the banking raises will trickle over to us (110k starting) or nah?

Looking for case partners for upcoming MBB interviews. Currently working in consulting so ideally late (9:30ET or later) most workdays/weekends are open.

Looking to move to BCG from Bain with ~1 year Bain exp and ~ 1 year industry

Has anyone done the move? How did you apply and how has it been?

Are MBB sponsored MBA students expected to return to their home firms for the summer between their two years? I know you're obligated to go back post-MBA, but what about the summer in between?

Do you always need an MBA to get into MBB?

Does MBB accept applications where you don’t have an undergrad?

McKinsey 🐠 I have a 30 min phone screen for a role in McKinsey’s Technology & Digital practice. What can I expect to come up and what can you guys tell me about T&D that I should know ahead of time? TYIA!

McKinsey referral system glitch?

I got a referral from an EM over a month ago. He says my candidate status showed "turned down" immediately following the submission. He suspects it was because the status from my previous application to McKinsey over 2 years ago got pulled into the system automatically. Till now I still haven't received the application link and no recruiter has been assigned. Kind of lost about what to do next.

What does 401k match look like at BCG? I know Mckinsey puts 20k in an account regardless of your contribution. Is that similar?

Why are people obsessed with comparing MBB? Do investment bankers or lawyers do the same? It’s kinda pathetic

BCG fish: onboarding question: do you usually keep separate work / personal phones, or one?

Anyone from MBB office the Netherlands?