I can’t imagine being a lawyer forever. It just doesn’t seem sustainable. Does anyone here have an exit plan or any suggestions for an alternate career path?

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Same OP, but I just saw the first response and went down a 2 hour rabbit hole on CFA franchises instead of writing the memo I’m procrastinating so I have nothing helpful to add 😂😭

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Are you me? Lol

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Chick-fila franchise, get a homestead and retire … Again knowing me, I am probably never going to get around to these either …

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Yeah this actually seems like a really strong plan. Good luck with the process if you’ve started already!

Despite thinking this every day, I do not. But I keep showing up to work, and time keeps flying by, and I like money, so….

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I met a pet grief counselor making as much as I do and it made me reconsider everything

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Same!! I’m doing the best I can for as long as I can and saving as much as I can in case the worst happens. Almost done paying my loans, 6 years ahead on my mortgage, have some investments, and emergency savings are fully funded. Hoping I can find something in house or non profit or gov or smaller firm that works better for my lifestyle

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Thank you! 7 years out and just started anxiety meds so I know the end of big law is near for me and I’m going to start seriously looking for something else I might enjoy more soon

Kind of. I’m really just envisioning a path that works for me. I like the field of law that i practice, but believe we are overworked in private practice.

I plan to start my own firm in about a year. I’ll work 10-4. I’ll do 1-2 week shut downs twice a year. I also like to invest in real estate. I am on this earth to live and experience life.

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I am considering the personal fitness industry but huge time and monetary investment.

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I worked for big law then in-house counsel for decades but had no work-life balance. I left the big money to go solo & spend more time with my kids and taking care of myself. It was lucrative enough for several years, but it's not reliable income and requires serious multi-tasking. I would love to be a professor (I think) but don't even know how to get started. I suggest trying to look into other ways to use your degree but take a non-traditional path and try to ask people who have done it successfully (professors, John Grisham, depending upon what you enjoy and where your skills lead you. I found lots of alternate paths when I looked into it years ago, but be prepared for less money, There are good resources on the internet.

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Hey
If anyone wants referral for PWC AC Dm me :)
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Hey fishes, would be joining the PwC AC DDVIT team soon. Have some questions:

1) is this the same team as Strategy& practice under pwc?
2) how is the work life balance here? Avg. Working hours and timeline?
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4) are there on-site opportunities? If yes only US or Europe too?

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Anybody here from Morgan Stanley Bangalore. Need help with referral.

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History is repeating itself:

9/11 - hatred towards Muslims
COVID19 - hatred towards Asians
Russia's invasion- hatred towards Russians

Please stop the hatred/avoidance towards your neighbors! They are NOT the problem! Unless they are a government officials they can't stop the problem! Please be kind to your neighbors and ask them how their day is going instead.

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Why does everyone say the work in FDD is so much better than audit? I’ve been in the group for a few months now, and it seems to be just as bad if not worse.

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How was work from home in Deloitte before COVID?

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What is this PwC Activate event?

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Moment of desperation - this sweet girl we’ve named Lucy is in need of a forever home. Eado stray we took in - SO sweet. Just needs more attention than we can give her. Any help is appreciated!

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What salary range should I give for Avascent analyst role?

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Been reading into CohnReznick. Anyone know the best way to go about landing a possible internship for next year? I currently have an FDD internship offer for a MM firm next year but I'm still exploring options. Coming off an audit internship at Big 4 this past summer. Thanks.

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lol I just ran into my ex at an alumni event after a year of not seeing her. She’s on the board of the alumni association chapter. Do I just have to stop going to events, or what’s the move here?

Help pls.

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My bonus this year was patently absurd, so I used a bit on some heat: AMM 3s, Parra Air Max 1, and the black Union 4s. Hate to let the resellers win. But at the same time I worked my ass off and wanted some kicks lmao

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How would you define/ describe employee growth at Vaco? Do they give opportunities for growing in the role? What are salary ranges for Team Lead position? Also, how is the company acknowledging employees work during appraisals?

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How is the future in SCM WMS (Manhattan wmos / Jda wms) ?? I am a btech fresher and got this , is it good to start a career with it ??



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Hi Fishes,

Recently, my appraisal cycle got completed. So whenever a recruiter asks about CTC, will I need to add the Gratuity and Insurance and then tell the Total number.

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New midlevel associate at a big law firm and still ramping up. I’m having a lot of trouble tackling small or discrete tasks that are either administrative in nature or otherwise because I don’t have a full plate and something to focus on. I feel bad stopping in the middle of the day and doing something else (e.g. watching tv)since I’m already not billing many hours, but my brain feels all over the place and think that may be the only solution. Anyone have exp. with this or advice?

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Has anyone used an ADHD /executive functioning coach? I’ve been on meds since I was 13, but am struggling more than I think I should be with basic things. Some of my poor habits have definitely caught up with me. Any recommendations would be much appreciated.

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My firm recently switched to a time keeping system that monitors everything you do on your computer. I have ADHD and often google random things (I.e. scores of games; actors in movies/shows; news articles; etc.) has anyone had a problem with AI monitoring and/or management getting on you?

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One of my frustrations with myself (writing it out here so I can work on it) is that I will print out something that I need, such as a traffic collision report. I will read it without actually reading it. This results in spending time without actually retaining info. Does this happen to anyone else? I’ve found that I can actually focus when I truly force myself, but often this happens after I’ve discovered an error or an important piece of information that I should have noticed earlier.

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My husband and I want to start a family so in preparation for pregnancy I tried lowered my Vyvanse dose from 40 mg to 30 mg to see if I could get by on lower dose. I feel like I’m not even taking medicine at all. When you lowered a dose did you get used to this feeling or should I know right away that this isn’t going to work? I feel withdrawal like my brain is slow and I can’t keep a thought in my mind long enough to finish the thought. I’m on day 4 and it sucks!

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Can we pin a post with recommendations for professionals and therapists that you can trust in your geographic location? If so, I’ll start in the comments with my recommendation.

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I had one of those VERY nonproductive days today. I think I accomplished maybe an hour of billable work, even though I had a bunch of stuff to do. I just came off a 300 hour month, and unexpectedly got a continuance on a deadline on Wednesday, and it’s like all of my motivation leeched out of me at once.

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After 4 years I want to leave law because of my adhd! I have been to 4 different firms and at each place I feel like I have been “found out”. At every place at least one attorney catches me about my attention to detail. I am so down on myself now. I can’t bring myself to care about small details that I know don’t actually matter. Sitting at a desk all day in word documents is the ultimate form of torture to me. My strengths are talking to people. I am super outgoing. Looking for a new career

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Monthly rant thread. Lots of firms with a fiscal year close of Oct 1, everyone racing to the finish line with billables.

Tell us about your hopes, your dreams, your struggles, your insecurities and what made you laugh lately.

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Are people still live on here? I was diagnosed last year with ADD and I’ve tried two stimulants so far. I know they aren’t meant to be a magic pill but I’m still struggling with general tasks and feel like I’m doing the bare minimum. The Nurse has suggested I try non stimulants. What are peoples experiences with meds ? Did they work or not?

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I know it’s nearing the end of mandatory WFH, but I’m currently still home 3-4 days a week. Really struggling with staying on task without people around. Is anyone willing to do a few hours of FaceTime during the day to body double for each other?

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Started vyvance. I’m eating a lot, super hydrated, no caffeine and I still feel super weird. I’m calm and my brain feels great but physically my eyes are soo dry and my body just feels disassociated. It’s only been three days. Does this pass?

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One of the things that my ADD coach helped me with was realizing that I wasn’t prioritizing activities that help me feel recharged. Between work and home responsibilities, I was just burnt out and overwhelmed.

So now when I start to get burned out I focus on reducing auditory overwhelm, getting outside, listen to music, get comfortable, read a fun book, etc.

As we’re heading into the weekend, what are some things you do to recharge and give yourself a break?

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My partner now accepts and understands I am just going to have some organised chaos but also I want to make this little shit work for me!

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