How many of you have personally spent more than $20K on a diamond ring?

I've seen that some lab levels can accurately predict mortality of COVID-19. What are you seeing
in your practice?

I'm so tired of hearing about wellness. If you want me to be well, just pay me more and I'll figure it out

How much would you expect a AD of forecasting at big pharma to make? Glassdoor says 161 average but that feels low to me.

Considering going on a solo trip to Costa Rica next week. Any recommendations on where to stay and what to do? Male in mid 30s

what belts do y’all use ? I have the Inzer forever lever and it is just not comfortable at all. it jabs into me, especially on DLs.

Anyone here have experience on the client side? Pros? Cons? I would like to move to a place where I can dive deep into one brand instead of half a dozen at the same time. Would be nice to understand what a work/life balance feels like as well.

Hi Fishes

I have one doubt i have 9+ year experience in Mainframe
Now i want to switch to Big Data (Doing some online course)


Is it possible to switch to big data from mainframe
Also how to say in interview rwgarding mainframe and big data


Kindly guide advise please please

Hi, I have got offer from NTT, expected at least 9 LPA , how can I negotiate , have 2 years of experience in same domain (python & ansible) . Get selected for SRE Role. How much I can expect from them.

I heard that Travel team will automatically file your extension processing in premium mode if your DL has expired? Is this true? Not looking for premium processing.

Currently a 2nd yr lit associate (big law) in NY considering a move to a TX big law firm for the financial opportunity. Would leave to hear thoughts on this type of move or from someone who’s done so!

If you could be anywhere in the world right now, where would it be? (Let’s pretend the global pandemic isn’t happening)

Hi Fishes

Posting on behalf of a friend.

She has done BCOM and is looking for a job in Accounting in Pune.


Any organization will do as long as she gets to explore accounting or finance.

Please help by providing an helping hand

In one interview today with Kundyl. Their expectation is to be available oncall 24*7... With work from office.

They literally got offended and stared at me for asking about WLB...

Seems companies are not learning, even after the great resignations.. the big names... Like TCS, ibm.. are not doing any changes to their work culture and ethics to improve WLB.

How many of you are managing a caseload of 25+ people on a weekly basis? What strategies do you use to make this longterm sustainable?

Looking for remote/chennai/banglore refferal
Ui ux designer with 3yrs exp
Lwd - November 8
Ctc 10-14

Can we get some ideas of salaries in RPA world - managers, seniors, architects, senior managers, developers? If you are interested: Firm name , salary , role, level.

If a headhunter approaches someone for c suite position but you know a friend who knows key decision maker/chairman. Do you just bypass headhunter? Its in round 3 shortlist.

Seeking insights & any advice. F🐟 , late 20’s, never married, no kids; in a relationship with a divorced dad of 2, things are getting serious. So much that’s new for me & I’m wondering if anyone has been through something similar & how they navigated taking that serious next step? What things did you discuss (I’m thinking finances, family dynamics, involvement with kids, premarital counseling etc). It’s also an interracial relationship. I mostly worry about his kids, want them to be okay!

US Police or HK Police ?

Why is online dating so blah?

There are now reports from China that they’ve identified 30 different strains of covid. This effectively renders a one-and-done vaccine unattainable. Moreover, (cont.’d)

Does anyone wants to chat with me. I’m almost dead of boredom and I’m in need to new friends. 🥺.

My boyfriend is only 6 months older than I am and he is kicking ass at his job. It’s so hard to feel that even though I work 1.5x the hours he does and had to get my CPA and a master’s that he is making way more money/getting more recognition. His company wants to promote him to to manager soon while I feel like I’m licking shit off the floor for a pat on the back. How do I not get jealous???

Was at dinner with my mom yesterday and we got into an argument about me not wanting to tell her how much my salary is. I had no problem telling my parents right out of college but just feel kind of weird about it as I progress in my career. She said I am getting a big head and I replied that the exact reason I don’t want to tell her how much I make is because I don’t want to brag/ have a big head. Should I tell my parents how much I make for the rest of my life? Am I over thinking it?

Any chance firms mandate the vaccine?

Would you consider traveling for leisure this upcoming Labor Day holiday? As in flying to another state for a weekend fun?

California small firm attorneys - how is your firm handling the latest shutdown orders?

Everyone remote? Declaring yourselves “critical infrastructure”? Adhering to capacity limits but still meeting with clients?

(I should also add, I’m in estate planning & trust administration. Earlier CA orders specifically exempted legal practice re death and incapacity. Newest ones now seem silent.. Ugh, who knows anymore.)

Just got my first pet - Teacup/Toy Yorkie! (Wife and I have been wanting a dog and quarantine seemed like the perfect time to get one)

Was looking for Pet Insurance for him. PwC offers a 10% discount through ASPCA. Was wondering what pet insurance everyone else has and if any company is preferred?

I’m thinking of a plan with a $250 deductible with 90% reimbursed with a 10k annual limit of total reimbursements. Thoughts/opinions on this?

Pic of him in the comments :)

Want to lose 30lbs and get lean, fit, flexible and fabulous like I was in college. Considering Beachbody On Demand. Any recommendations of programs that worked for you on their platform? Any tips or advice?
I need a structured class that I attend regularly / daily, otherwise I get lazy and don't make time. Orange Theory worked great for me. I have a Peloton too.

Today I started looking into the benefits of owning a miniature pony. And I seriously considered it.

Who else hates their job and wants to shove their boss’ head in the toilet?

Everyone, please start book marking your nominees for "Fishbowl Thread of the Year."

Planning prizes (gift cards?) for 1st/2nd/3rd place by most votes on 1/1/2021 12 PM CST

My money is on the "Singles in Consulting" bowl having some juicy stories.

Last song you listened to.. go!

To take advantage of the next big economic downturn, should I set up a Robinhood or Charles Schwab account?

I’m totally empathetic to people that miss offices and traveling. I understand your reasons why, I truly do.

For me personally, after non-stop weekly travel for 4 straight years, not traveling has made me realize how much I enjoy being home. Spending time with family, sleeping in your own bed, consistent exercise schedule, etc.

I for one hope consulting becomes more of a hybrid travel model (i.e. travel 1-2x per month or as needed). Else it won’t be for me.

Anyways, just some thoughts.