I just hit United Gold Premier Status - can I access the United lounge or any other lounge when traveling domestically?

AMA: International Travel (US to Europe) During Coronavirus! I found very little info on this topic before my trip and had a bunch of questions which I wish someone could have helped with. Now, a friend and I both traveled US to Europe in the last week, different routes, in Econ/Biz. For anyone else looking to do the same, I’m happy to answer anything about the process - check in, flights, mask usage, security, visa checks, airports, social distancing, etc.

How does one share a Delta drink voucher? Can you just take a screenshot?

We are looking to travel to the Caribbean in December. The goal is to stay at an all inclusive resort for around $4k, including travel. Any ideas of good places? We were thinking Jamaica, Curaçao, ect

Honest question: Why do people do Consulting when Big Tech offers higher TC, zero travel and often times more meaningful work?

Hi team will be joining KPMG global services (kgs) in September last week.
When is the rating done and what % can I expect?
The hike + bonuses are shared in October right?

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.

I got an offer as an Associate Consultant in KPMG Global services in the ServiceNow team. Should I join how it is for learning and work life balance?

We’re planning to be in Kauai for a week in mid-December, but I’m thinking of extending the trip an extra 10 days. Would we have enough to do with a 4yo in tow? Or maybe not worth it to stay that long? Staying at the Grand Hyatt first week, then downgrade to Sheraton Coconut Beach.

Hi All,

Has any of the recent joiners joining date at KPMG Global Services been rescheduled by the HR?
Mine has been rescheduled from 21st Nov to 5th Dec because of some back end data issue in the HR system. Is this normal?
Please suggest.

MLS or CLS what the catch to travel? What are your pros and cons ?! Who do you travel thru?

Hilton 🐠 - what are your favorite properties to redeem points? What’s the best deal you’ve seen? Can be anywhere in the world. Interested in Waldorfs or Conrads that I can’t afford to pay in cash.

Where are people traveling to these days?

Do they actually enforce the 2 hour parking limit at golden gardens park? So I know whether to rush back to my car lmao

Hi Everyone ,
I am a recent graduate from University of Leicester looking for SoC analyst roles , I have a question does being SoC analyst be considered a High clearance Job in the United Kingdom ? , Because all the Job role I have applied for the recruiters have been asking for clearance. Could anyone shed some light how I need to answer them or any tips would be greatly appreciated .

Regards
Jabez

Hey Everyone,

I will be joining EY GDS in August 2021. There's a pay component "Advanced Statutory Bonus" of around 26k per annum. Any idea what this is? Is it truly fixed or will depend on firm's performance?

Thanks!

Does studying for top consulting firms’ case interviews help in any way for interviews with other firms (e.g., FAANG case interviews) ?

Hi Guys, Can anyone please let me know howz the M4 band in LTI and what are the responsibilities mainly.

How does one deal with a manager who always thinks negative of people and never has anything nice to say about anyone? When I first met her she was really cool. Promoted me,and then became a completely different person.

Anyone done the Netsuite Solutions Consultant Academy. Got contacted by an Oracle recruiter today about it. Seems really good but would like to hear from others first.

“Isn’t meth, like, so early 2000’s? Does anyone do that anymore?”

Anyone else absolutely in love with the Corvette C8? What do you think the depreciation will be on them - wondering if it might be smart to wait a year or three and buy used.

Interested in seeking a consulting role at Accenture if anyone can provide a referral. My background is in strategy & comms.

I’m starting MBA night classes soon. I know it’ll pay off but I’m getting exhausted just thinking about having no real downtime. Any tips for balancing night classes with a day job?

Something strange happening one day call is coming one day it's not

What's the salary range for a Consultant at Deloitte?

Fishes, pls help with likes to enable DM. TIA.

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

Best consulting firms for the retail and CPG industries?

At PwC(S&) are evaluations (career roundtables) driven primarily by utilization? How much do reinvest and snapshots play?

What is the base pay range for an associate principal at Hackett does anyone have an idea?

Say new joiner bonus is $10k and you're paid 1/12 of this amount each month beginning on your start date. Then you quit after month 6. Do you have to pay back Accenture the GROSS amount of the bonus?

My Uber driver has a Tesla. Stories of the Uber driver having a nicer life then you. Go!

How much to give as a wedding gift if you can’t attend (couple)? Destination wedding on another continent

Can Bama just not win for once? Already annoyed that they’re in the CFP without a conference win.

Looking for help articulating / explaining how inflation has a greater impact on lower paid employees than higher paid employees. I'm having a difficult time framing the toll of a decrease to income, above fixed costs, for those who have less income than others.

Have any of you come from ultra poor families and suddenly had to go to school or work with really-from-birth rich people? How did you feel and how did you bridge the gap? Constantly getting judged.

What kind of work does West Monroe M&A do? I’m interested in learning more about the role

DeWalt vs Milwaukee tools?

How come housekeeping at hotels is better when I forgot to leave tips in the room than when I left ~$20? This happened to me at multiple hotels worldwide 🤯

Are tax returns delayed this year? Filed electronically in early feb and both state a federal were accepted…have yet to hear back. When I check the “where’s my refund” IRS tool it just says “your return may be delayed”

Planning to do a PRM or FRM qual. How useful is it to move from Big 4 Risk and reg consulting to industry? Finding it hard to get anything other than non-PM roles

Beside toastmasters, what are other ways to improve communication and public speaking skills? Books, podcasts...?

I have my director rounds on Monday - McKinsey. Applying for an Analyst role.
Any tips to keep in mind?

Its the last interview stage and I believe its basically a behavioral/fitment check.
Any tips/things to care of?

What's the best consulting firms for H1B folks who have studied masters in STEM here? Got a cousin graduating this fall and he needs to know H1B/GC policies.

My brain and body have decided that my long weekend actually started today instead of Friday 😊