I had a terrible experience in my previous law firm and I left the city with the intention of not going back. I pretty much cut off everyone I connected with there (and I was good friends with a good number of people in that short amount of time). Some messaged me to check how Ive been doing and have reached out even after months of my disappearance. I still haven’t responded but hey you - thanks for checking in.

Book recommendations, fishies? Looking for something light, but intellectually engaging—a satire, maybe? Or anything really engrossing! Please help ya chiefy, thank youuuu🤗😘

What professional organizations in this field are you a part of or do you recommend joining? SHRM,ATD,OD Network?

I am an email marketing specialist. I am approaching my one year at my new job. I have been going above & beyond. I have been recognized by my boss that I have been doing great as well. I have been implementing new strategies, completing all assignments on time, and I do the most in all of our meetings, interviews and business events. How much can I ask for a raise?

Is there a concept of probation in PWC India Technology Consulting? I just received the offer letter and I don't see anything mentioned about it.

At what point in my career as a receptionist should I consider asking for a raise? After one year? After five?

Anybody in VMWARE Tech Sales

I never doubted myself, but I doubted you
I'm tired of looking at myself in my rear view

Thoughts on Fingerpaint? Or any insight into their work/life balance?

Hi Folks,
Have anyone here worked on Spring framework along with testNG for test automation ?

Need some guidance for effectively using dependency execution in testing framework!

Resigned already 30 days back

Got 75% from accenture

Feeling like I should revoke resignation.

I am actually loving the people I am working with.

Not sure what is waiting for me in new company.

Will I regret leaving deloitte for accenture?

Been in sales for 7 years (door to door,telecom,BDR,) I interviewed for a closing position and after submitting a demo presentation and 2 mock emails they have moved be forward for the last “wrap up call”. Any tips and advice for this?

Does this mean I’m being highly considered? Or are they just going along like many companies do. This is a Norway based Saas company.

I see quite a few positions hiring APM pretty far from now, for example for Sep 2023. Is that a normal practice? (Not an APM program or anything, just APM or PM position).
I would like to apply to one of those but I feel like it’s a bit strange to get an offer that is a year from now…

Is it better to choose Nutanix over VMware, if Nutanix is compensating way more?

How do I jump ship from FP&A? My dream job used to be education or something more creative and I want to make that switch.

Anyone know anything about Kauffman borgees or Traub Lieberman? Reputations, working there, etc?

What do you do about computer problems? It just took me 24 minutes to send a .1 email due to my computer constantly freezing. Is it worth entering that time into non-billable? Or do I just stop whining and work longer to make it up?

How to switch practice areas? I’ve been in immigration for 3 years now and need a change. How do you convince employers you’re a good fit for a role you don’t have any experience with?

What’s your take on Lydecker? What is the culture? Market salary? Expectation on billable hours? Mentorship? Etc.?

Has anyone taken  ACAMS Certified Global Sanctions Specialist (CGSS)? Any comments/ reviews? How has it enhanced your employability? Why did you take the CGSS?

Best divorce lawyer in NYC?

Anyone have any affordable case management software recommendations? I’m looking for something a bit non-traditional as I work for a small nonprofit. Ideally the software would involve document organization/access as well as like a running “log” for folks to post relevant events or work completed for the file.

Mid-level associate at a mid-size regional insurance defense firm practicing coverage litigation. Salary is capped b/c my firm only does I.D./coverage and has no direct-hire comm clients. Second round of interviews with a comm lit boutique where I would be the only associate with 5 partners. Other than partner track, salary/benefits, and switching from coverage to general comm lit, what qualities of the move should I be thinking about as I weigh my options? I've never worked at another firm.

Firm announced flexible come and go as you see fit approach to coming back to office. Partner I work for said I need to be in office 4-5 days a week anyway. Thoughts?

Any advice on how to deal with a partner/boss who is shifting all responsibility to me with zero guidance, no mentoring, and an unwillingness to discuss the issues? (Small firm, only associate under this partner and have been working at the firm for 2 years). There are an increasing number of passive aggressive comments from the partner who expects to be completely hands off once the case lands on my desk. Wants me to figure it all out despite cases being from different areas of law.

How do you wind down after a rough day?

I'm a long time prosecutor getting into the ID game and billable hours. Are there any resources out there that can help me get more effective/efficient without spending months/years learning the hard way? Some days I'm at the office 10 hours, took virtually no breaks and yet only bill 7. 🤬

Those who are voluntarily returning to the office — how often are you going and what days seem to work for you? Looking to slowly incorporate a few days here and there for change of scenery etc. — will add there is no pressure to do so (yet).

Is 150 billable hours per month little/average/a lot?

What is the most “do as I say, not as I do” thing you’ve been told or punished/reprimaded for as an associate?

How does client secondment work from time mgmt perspective? Do you still have to bill even though you're essentially in-house?

How do you properly vet a law firm? I feel the associates I speak with talk up the firm and aren’t always candid.

Any non-US lawyers who have been hired by an Am100 firm without having sat the bar? Looking for an opportunity in the US, if possible DC or NYC, and currently working for Big Law in Europe.

Would like some tips re hiring process + visa from those who have succeeded. Looking for a 1-2 year stay and open for longer term

What are your outlook organization tips?

Trying to organize my email in a way that makes stuff easy to find. I have folders but how do I make emails both sent and receive easily save to their respective folders (as opposed to dragging each one)

Or any other organization tips for better productivity Iike I just have things organized by matters. Any other categorical suggestions?