I feel like it’s impossible for colleagues with no kids to know what us parents go through on a day to day basis, good or bad (I know I had no idea when I was childless). So thank you for being understanding as you can be. I don’t think I’d have half the patience, if I were in your spot.

I never wanted kids. I have one. I don’t regret it. And, I don’t know, I’m just thankful people aren’t jerks like I would probably have been.

How dumb would it be for you and your SO (married) to work at the same firm, office, LOB?

I don't have any friends in banglore. It is hard for me to find friends cause i am always that aloof kid who in addition is not straight so can't even bond with my teammates. How do people live like this. Even my flatmates don't talk . : (

My partner hates my long working hours.

It is really hard to do well in this business without sacrifice and my partner doesn't like it. To be fair that sacrifice is her... Most nights,over the weekend, and during every meal. She deserves better but I either sacrifice time or sacrifice earning potential.

I don't know how to solve this problem.

Do friends ever dump you onto your therapist or psychiatrist or dismiss your valid, normal feelings as “oh did you tell your doctor about this?” I feel like they’re just shitty friends delegating off.

My partner of 5 years ended our relationship last night. I’m shattered and feel absolutely sick, and I know the healing isn’t going to be easy. We were on the verge of an engagement and I was ready to spend the rest of my life with him.

I don’t know how to approach work during this time. I think I can get by, but I’m definitely not 100%. Should I talk to my boss about it? My team is close-knit and comfortable around each other, but I don’t know if it’s “appropriate.” What would you do?

When did you know you were falling out of love with your partner? Did you fix it, or break things off and why?

In search of stories to hopefully understand a phase in my own long term relationship.

I had a crush on a girl. It's been almost 2 years since I confessed my feelings to her and today she told me that she likes me too.
The only issue is she's a Muslim and I'm a Hindu. She believes we don't have a future and that's why she took a long time to confess. She is confused on what to do and even I am confused because things will actually be difficult for obvious reasons.
Please advice on what we should do now.
Should we part ways or should we fight for it?

This is a story of my friend i met a month back. He is in mid 30’s. According to him, Marriage is becoming so difficult these days. He had multiple meetings via matrimonial sites. Salary, big home, job profile, joint vs nuclear family, homely vs career oriented, no cooking like ever, NRI demand, god knows how many more reasons of mismatch he faced.
He said he had a relationship earlier which didn’t worked out. He was literally emotional and so misses her now. She got married couple of years back

Looking for perspective: Did money play a role in evaluating whether someone could be your life partner?

What resources would you recommend to find a full time nanny in Houston? Any specific websites, services, groups or places that have worked for you in the past?

Comforting others:
When someone tells me bad news regarding their health, I say everything I am supposed to say (I’m sorry to hear that, I’m here for you, etc) EXCEPT “everything is going to be ok”. Because I can’t guarantee that and I really don’t know if everything is going to be ok. I was taken aback recently when a friend told me I am calloused and cold-hearted for not being able to say those words. Is she right? Should I start saying this for the purposes of providing comfort only??

Only for men:

How do you deal with a best friend breakup?

I know friendship breakups between men are not talked about openly, but I had to.

Best friend was a Male too

Where are you in your own path to parenthood?

Has anyone quit their job because of a relationship? I started my job 3 months ago and now my employer wants me to move to NY. The thing is, I fell in love during the pandemic with a friend that I have known for 3 years. It's frustrating since I know I could continue my job from home. I would honestly quit my job and wouldn't mind the job search again.

I am 52 I have been feeling so tired and when I was in my 40’s. I had a lot more energy. Now I am so tired after work - but I have 4 girls ages, 16-15-13-9. I am going through menopause and my Osteoarthritis hurts somedays and that doesn’t work. Any advice how to keep up with my four girls while feeling crummy?!?

Your child asks you if they should become a nurse. What do you say?

I dint feel happy when my bf proposed me for marriage.. i am not able to understand why..he is very nice guy, we have been dating for almost 4 years but honestly, in these 4 years, i never had that butterflies feelings with him never ever. Its just that we are comfortable with each other as a person thats it and we started dating.
Whats wrong with me..i am also not sure if i want marry him..

Does anyone have any tips for switching to family style eating for 3 thru 5 year olds? Anything that you've seen that works great rules or routine wise?

I don’t know if coming out is something I should do or not anymore. My girlfriend and I want to get married in the next couple of years but thats not something I want to keep secret. It hurts me that I feel like I have to do that, but I don’t want to risk losing my job. I know they can’t fire me for being in a wlw relationship but they don’t have to give a reason. I don’t want the backlash of the community either since the area I teach in is really rural. Just sad I guess.

Would anyone married/engaged kind enough to talk for few minutes? I'm struggling with my relationship and wants to see how others have gone through the process before getting engaged/married.

I personally feel Virtusa is going through some positive changes after BPEA acquired it.

Hi All,
Can you please providw your input as to How is cognizant from learning perspective?

Post upcoming conferences here!

How does everyone explain their jobs to their in-laws? I need an explain it like I'm five explanation on my role and fintech in general for my family gatherings

Just got some fun news, my CEO decided he wants to have an office Christmas party this and just told me I'm in charge of it... Does anyone have any suggestions on where I can host a party for around Christmas for 150-220 people? I know this is super last minute

Please explain if we get internet reimbursement outside the CTC?? Not the tax exemption part . I have heard we get 1200 per month for internet . Is it true ?

Have you ever been racially discriminated against in a personal healthcare situation/not at work? While you were ill or in the hospital? Obviously horrible when it happens to anyone but it takes the cake for me when white people in healthcare discriminate about Black people when they don't know they work in the same field and know how they should be treated.

What was the signing bonus for MBA hires that just received offers this fall?

New York, Boston , South San Francisco
These 3 cities are good for tech job, competitive pay and similar cost of living. Where do you want / don’t want to live ? Why? 🌃🌇🌉

I’m a undergrad with some rev cycle experience. Anyone willing to chat about a revenue cycle entry level role?

It's that time...🦃

What's one thing you're super grateful for in your life or career at the moment?

Drop it below! 👇

Any fish fam looking for a change? 2 open jobs for Oracle sales/consultants. DM me if you want more info

There is a MS program in Data Science at CUNY SPS. I am considering to take that program or do the CFA. Does anyone have any insight about the program?

Anyone actually use the Networking feature here on fishbowl? Like yeah I see some of you with it on but do you actually use it besides thirsty dms?

Hello fishes,

How much should I expect in terms of fixed pay for JL2 position with 2 years of experience?

Anyone else cursed with desperately wanting someone to tell you what to do to get better, but knowing that you would never listen?

Sometimes I don't uphold the company mission 😱

My partner refuses to flatulate during waking hours around me. I feel this lack of intimacy is cause for alarm. I calmly mentioned my concerns and she doesn't feel comfortable speaking about the subject. Any suggestions?

I ordered dinner with wine at the airport. They brought me two glasses. Said it was my lucky day.

I deserved it anyway

Has anyone ever found their work in someone else’s portfolio? What did you do?

I don’t get paid to write advertising. I get paid to sit through meetings like these. Kill me.

"This program needs more proper documentation!"

In front of folks who don't understand code, you think you look smart. In front of those who know code - you're an idiot covering your incompetency.

I HATE the term ‘snackable content’. It just makes me angry! My content should be a damn steak dinner.

I just applied to DDB and I forgot to include a cover letter. But I did include my portfolio, resume, and references.

I left my job without having anything else lined up otherwise I would have had a mental breakdown. I’m not even in that great of a financial place, but it was my job or my sanity. I know at least three other people who, in the past few months, have left with nothing lined up. I feel like it’s something we need to be talking more about. This isn’t normal for people to be doing this right?

Guys I just killed my first cockroach in NYC. Either I need a new job and to relocate immediately or am now invincible/can do anything?

So inquiring minds need to know. What happened to kevin ?

If everything is “asap”, nothing is “asap”

I’m white.. and a man. Shhh, don’t tell anyone.

Since disconnecting with past stories my reality has drastically bent. My stories programmed my reality, attracting what I told myself I was/wasn't.

I’ve been using other people’s stock site logins for years from 3+ jobs ago

First day back after a 10-day beach stint. Putting on pants was hard enough.

How many people have hooked up with someone on their team? Is it that common?

I like to think of myself as calm but really I’m just dead inside.