How to gently/professionally explain to those new to the US, that personal aroma/body oder is a very important? Met a family @ church from Africa. I took the mom shopping. I made a point to stop by the deodorant & explained that BO is a “no-go. She later got a job @ my company. CWs knew our personal relationship, they would come to me asking questions like “Does X have a washing machine? BC they all smell like fish.” I eventually began informing our coworkers to take it up with admin.

Financially entering the most expensive season of my life 🤦🏾‍♂️. Making the most bread in the family is all fun and games till you get those christmas lists! Not to mention flights to see family. Do y'all feel like being successful in finance changes the expectations family members have for you, especially during the holiday season?

My wife reads nearly an entire book per day just in her spare time after work, no exaggeration. I’m amazed by her and wondering what ideas are out there to monetize her skill? Book editing maybe?

My last therapist keeps coming up in my mind. I left her when I moved to a new area before COVID dug in and frankly it felt like leaving a girlfriend. She also disclosed in the final session that she was a member of AA and knew several of the people I occasionally discussed from the rooms. Her knowledge of the program certainly built trust with me early on, but it has been two years. I discussed it with my current therapist but she’s still in there. Any advice?

Anybody single in their late 30s / early 40s given up on marriage? How do you see your life progressing? What do you do day-to-day to cope with loneliness?

Can a sex less marriage survive if everything else is as great as a couple can have in realistic and non filmy scenario.

This bowl has been quiet and I see partners commenting on odd posts around fishbowl so I figure you need more fodder: partners, did any of you have parents that travelled as much as you do?

When you think you have made a mistake in life, when you have regrets, be gentle with yourself. Remember that you have the power to make choices. I've learned a lot about this from my friend...

How does everyone bill for family law matters? Do you always bill hourly or is there some flat fee, monthly or quarterly fee structure that could work, even in contested matters? I have cases that the clients end up spending $20-$40,000 on a contested divorce and this is really out of their budget. I feel that if my firm could charge a flat fee of $10-$15,000, it would still be beneficial from a client predictability and volume standpoint and would generate more referrals.

Sometimes I feel like I am a drone that just works all the time and I have no friends.

After nearly a year WFH and being with my family 24/7, I’m not entirely sure we actually like each other. Or maybe they don’t like me being at home. Or they don’t like me. Probably the latter 😞

I went through my gf’s phone and found out she had a crush on my best friend when we first started dating (over a year ago). I suspected this at first but it hurts to have it confirmed and see her telling her friends about him. I’m not sure how I should feel since I went out of line to look through her phone.

Real talk ... if someone is over 35 and hasn’t been married before, do you automatically assume there is something wrong with them?

Anyone raising desi kids in the US? What are are some of your fears?

I’m posting this here instead of my usual Big Law bowl because I’m guessing there are people here who will understand. I just need to vent. I am married to a wonderful man who has a young son. My husband is the kindest, most patient and supportive man I’ve ever met other than my dear late grandfather. He is saintly. But the chaos that surrounds him hurts me. I am the primary breadwinner and far out earn my husband and my stepson’s bio mom. I have always put pressure on myself to succeed (Cont.)

I’ve gradually moved on from ex-bf from 1y ago, but still to this day have this greatest fear that I’d crumble if and when I hear he is getting engaged or married to someone.

I wanted a life with him but he couldn’t see it with me (midway of our relationship) or with anyone before me. I do wish him to find his happiness.

It’s just that feelings of unworthy, unloveable, not chosen by someone you love so dearly continue to haunt me after all these times. Anyone has tips to get through this?

Ladies, did you change your last name after getting married? I’m worried about the impact it will have on my publications.

Have lost so many loved ones in this pandemic. Just cannot get over it!

Today is my first day back at work (and first full day back in my physical office) after a few weeks off for parental leave. Needless to say, I am struggling to stay focused on anything other than wanting to go back home to my spouse and child.

I know I shouldn't take an emotional temperature on day one, but it has been more difficult being back than I anticipated. Any tips for navigating the waters for the first day/week/month back?

I'm a US citizen living abroad I applied almost 11 months ago for my spouse. Married for years, kid. I wait and wait. It seems this will take 2 years, maybe more. I feel trapped. On one side the US system demands I work and domicile in US, the other side says families should be prioritized to stay together. My spouse has had enough of the process. I feel trapped abroad and locked in a dysfunctional system. We're just in limbo, it's depressing

How's KPMG INDIA for salesforce domain ? Projects, wlb, hikes can anyone pls help? Expecting an offer from KPMG INDIA

What are some of the best consulting firms for digital strategy roles? Looking for a change and was wondering which of the T1/T2 firms have digital practices in Canada. I have applied to ATK and McK. BCG is working to establish their presence in Canada but their team is focused on establishing top down. Bain doesn’t have digital focus. Can anyone shed some light on other T2 firms?

Do gap really matter at the time of shortlisting or hiring a fresher(MBA graduate) at Infosys for the Associate consultant role ??

Currently working with DUSI as RFA Manager. Got an opportunity for SM at Pwc sdc. Don't know much about the SDC. Can anyone pls help?

UI dev - 5 year’s experience. Help me in choosing between 2 offers comparing all factors. Evoke - 19 LPA. TCS - 15 LPA

Hi all,

Want to get back to infosys Chandigarh, can someone please refer me in infosys Chandigarh.

Is it true that comp changes at some top consulting firms depending on how well your bschool is ranked?

How do you maintain a social life while working in big law?

Please give me the referrals . If anyone wants to give.

My skills are Python, Linux, Networking
Experience - 2.2 years
Company - TCS
NP - 90 days

Note:- Please help me with this. I want really switch the company

Susan Collins speach on the Senate floor is phenomenal. I listened to it live and a second time today. For 40 minutes, she explains that many of the left's concerns regarding Kavanaugh are unwarranted

Any designers wanna help me out with my portfolio? Everything is done, I just need some feedback to know how to improve it. I'd be very happy if you could help out!

Hello! I've been struggling the last few weeks because someone on my team has been taking credit for my work. This coworker is really good with buzzwords and getting the attention of upper management. I'm feeling discouraged - what should I do?

Let’s talk decanters. Does anyone have a specific shape they recommend over others?

Hi, I am bringing together a team through a reorg any suggestions on how to bring a new team together remotely?

Anyone here do HR for an organization with both union and non union employees? My organization is very small consisting of 8 union employees and 7 non union employees. We do not have an official handbook and I’ve been working with Paychex HR team to put one together. It’s a bit frustrating because I feel my rep doesn’t know too much about mixed environments. I am trying to distribute a memo with the code of conduct policies. I wrote up a nice policy and at the end I wrote: (rest in comments)

I had a sex dream about my senior, but I have a boyfriend. Am I terrible? Has this happen to anyone else?

Does anyone ever feel like they need a hug after a long day of working?

I don't know who needs to hear this, but it's a bad idea to bite your fingernails if you're already chewing gum.

Everyone in my firm try so hard to be politically correct😍feel so included.

Looking for a dark walnut wood desk top. Ikea karlby is no longer being manufactured. Willing to spend up to ~350ish... any leads would be greatly appreciated. Also, post your current desk set up for some ideas 😬 thanks!

There is no more powerful feeling than holding a draw-4 card in uno

Looking for New Year’s Eve plans for a couple other than going out to a club... any ideas?

Any cat owners experience hot spots? My cat has been getting them 2-3 times a year for 2 years now and I'm worried there's an underlying cause

Ugh I wanted to take my son to see a UFC match in person. Just so happens there is one in November at Madison Square Garden - great right! I knew the tickets would be expensive, was willing to pay $400 to $500 a ticket as long as they were decent. The cheapest ticket in the whole arena, basically top row so you can’t see crap, is $506 before you start with the fees!!! Am I wrong or is that just bananas???? Oh well, pay per view it is, maybe have some friends over. Just complaining… happy Friday!

Am I the only who’s embarrassed when someone asks what do i do? Im an auditor btw

My Dad and brother didn’t even text me happy birthday 😔

For those of you with immediate family members who are at high risk, how are you doing? I find myself being very anxious and stressed about my father getting sick.

I’m currently in internal audit and hate it. I got a job offer to joint another practice within my firm and the work itself sounds very appealing. The only major drawback is 80-100% travel. Thoughts?

Anyway to slim down legs; just want to smooth out this massive imbalance that the body seems to favor to the downside

Reasons to stay in NYC? Kinda feel really sad living here.

Looking for a Christmas present for my girlfriend. Would like to stay under $250 (I’m a 1st year staff shes in grad school so don’t have much money). She likes gold — I’m thinking of getting her a necklace, which I believe I can only get gold plated in my price range. Does anyone have any suggestions of good brands to buy? First time looking at jewelry websites and they seem kinda gimmicky and would like one I can trust and get good quality. Thank you!

Do you get your mom's flowers for Valentine's day? My mom is single, so I thought it might be a nice gesture

Quarantine life has me reassessing my life and in that I realized the girl I’ve been dating casually for 2 months isn’t for me. How does on handle this when already lonely AF?

Any of you auditors have pick up lines? Matched with a hot auditor guy and want to slide in