I just tested positive for COVID-19. Ask me anything you want. Anything. I’m a beacon of knowledge now and essentially a virologist l, epidemiologist, and family physician rolled into one. The power I wield over all you plebeians and proletariat is insurmountable to even the most worthy foe. Ask me my symptoms. Go ahead.

Will try to keep this short - After parents visited a few months and I visited India and left, i feel like a void, everyday i feel like a machine with my mind still back home. Though its been a month

Thoughts on Alcohol and SNRIs? I'm supposed to be starting on Pristiq. I've drank while on SSRIs before with no issue but wanted to see if anyone has any experience.

Also - general SSRI v. SNRI advice ?

I’m ready for my embryo transfer! Date is set for next week! Very excited!! After being canceled due to COVID I was sure something else would be wrong.

What’s the typical range of base and total comp for Associate 1 & 2 at a RX group of an EB (but not Evercore or Centerview who have jaw dropping comp)? I know the ball park of numbers pre-COVID but wonder how big the movements have been after COVID and the last IB pay raise. Thank you!

No promotion or raises in my office because of COVID. We ve done a brilliant year until March and the business is not (yet) impacted. I feel it’s unfair. (Continued in first comment)

Anyone here well-versed in condo/HOA insurance (HOA master policy vs HO-6)? I’m trying to see if there’s a way I can find out the states that requires the association to be primary insurance. Thank you in advance 😊

What is the best and cheapest courier service to send an parcel from us to India. I want to send some medicines and pain killer creams to my mom who lives in country side of up,India. Does custom blocks pain killer creams ?

How did you cope with post-grad depression? I feel like my life has stalled a bit.

Any advice on how to improve embryo growth drop off rate? Just finished our second retrieval and I’m frustrated by how many dont make it to blastocysts. We have good fertilization rate through ICSI. Is it normal for about 25% of fertilized eggs to make it to day 6/7? Husband has low count & motility and i have endo, both 33

Sending a message of peace to everyone post the New Zealand terrorist attack. I pray that Allah keeps you all spiritually , physically, and mentally safe. If you’re feeling like you need to talk

Started Keto 40 days ago and jut broke the 20lb marker! Averaging 3.3 lbs/week, ~.55/day through keto and IF. Where's everyone else on their journey??

How many times have you passed out with your scrubs on?

I’m 25, currently on my parents health insurance plan but want to get my own. I’m in the process of looking for a new job...should I wait or still enroll now during open enrollment?

My only limitation are the need to sustain a life and time

Any good tips on keeping up an exercise/workout routine during busy season? I find it really helps me stay balanced

Curious what anyone thinks about cologne? Is it a turn on? I am not really into it.. but I just got a whiff of this dude at the gym and the cologne did something to me 🥰 It was really subtle. I tend to just like the way a man smells (not body odor but just natural scent) and don’t usually like it covered up, but wow this guy tonight 🥵 I might might buy some but i figured it would be gay to ask him “what are you wearing” because that prob isn’t something the bros at the gym do.

Anyone else bring home a lot of stress/anger after a long week? Negative impact on my home life, any advice?

Best ergonomic chairs for neck and back pain that aren't $1000+?

M / 35 / NYC / Content Strategy lead at a large agency / $180K + bonus

Is sap security a good fit? And what to learn to gain knowledge??

Hello Fishes, did you receive market correction of salary in October 2022 ? If so, what is the % correction ?

How is the work life balance in biz ops? Currently have an offer but haven’t been able to really figure this out. I’m moving from consulting

I have got confirmation from CBA that I am selected and all the documents are submitted. On the website, my application status is showing as an offer. When can I expect the release of an offer letter. HR told me 3 days back he will be sending it by the EOD or next day but he is not responding after that..

Is in sapient many devs are on bench for SAL2 Experience technology - react?

Spell check in fishbowl is killing me - it keeps changing words without me noticing!

Is it bad to be over-utilized? I just did the math and I could charge zero hours this week and take a 3 week vacation after and still be 100% utilized? Is that abnormal?

Me as associate: can't wait to be senior and give most work to staff! Me as senior, with no staff: can't wait to be manager and give most work to seniors! Me as manager: READY FOR DISAPPOINTMENT

Anyone have any good book recommendations around building passive income sources/building wealth?

What would you do if your boss started cherry picking your successful projects and trying to take them over? Keep in mind, this new boss has had 8 months to get acclimated and has not brought anything new to the table. Strategizing how to deal with this.

Hello Fishes,
I am looking for position in Product Ownerships /Business Analysis /Product Management role.
I can join immediately.

Why are sizable salary bumps offered for switching firms, even for the same role? What’s the methodical rationale for this practice? Is the initial increase somewhat sustained or quickly normalized?

Has anyone here been stationed in Quantico? My partner is PCSing there in January. Where is a good place to live? We think the DC commute is too far.

I have an EBD student on my caseload who just phys assaulted a student today (they have a history). Student is being out of school suspended all next week. Any advice on alt. ways to handle this?

Does your firm let you take 28-30 December off? Many of my team members won’t be working those days and I decided last minute that I’d like to travel somewhere between Christmas and the New Year.

How do you work with a fellow coworker after they have said a horrible racist word that was very offensive to you? I'm finding it very difficult to forgive and move on.

Book recommendations? I’ve been reading atomic habits, and have moved onto Traders guns and money.

Summary:
- mid-30s, female, single, no rent, no kids,
long term relationship so not willing to
relocate
- Master's in Cell/Molecular Biology
- Currently work with state health
department as a water resources
engineering tech.
- Hold a public health inspector
license.
- Hold a water operator license
- Have adjuncted in the past
- Have written medical content/
whitepapers in the past
- Prior surgical clinical operations
management. Built a dental implant
practice for OMFS surgeons.
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Me, on holiday on the Mediterranean with my American accent... ☀️🏖🍹
Locals: 😳😷😬

Who else hates their job and wants to shove their boss’ head in the toilet?

Thoughts about associates and in-house counsel (i.e., attys with no control) unionizing? I have friends who are required to go into their offices despite 'Rona! Collective bargaining helpful here?

“Hello, my name is Eleanor, my favorite color is bege and my dream is to be an accountant” - I feel personally attacked 😂

Was at dinner with my mom yesterday and we got into an argument about me not wanting to tell her how much my salary is. I had no problem telling my parents right out of college but just feel kind of weird about it as I progress in my career. She said I am getting a big head and I replied that the exact reason I don’t want to tell her how much I make is because I don’t want to brag/ have a big head. Should I tell my parents how much I make for the rest of my life? Am I over thinking it?

Feeling really sad about friends I have drifted apart from despite efforts to stay in touch. My best friend from high school and I haven’t seen each other in about 4 years, I messaged her a year ago, got a nice response from her, and I tried keeping the convo going but she left me on read. Offered her and her boyfriend tickets to join me and my boyfriend at a concert in fall 2019, left us on read with no response. Her bday was last week and she left my bday wishes on read too. I’m so sad.

Anyone else planning to take at least a week off as soon as things get back to normal?

I literally cannot wait to see my friends and family 😩 Hope you’re all hanging in there.

Anyone has good couch recommendation? Had the current couch for a few years and the cushions are sagging. My back is not liking it. Is it a matter of time when all couches sag? After all we're sitting on it everyday.

I live in Chicago downtown and evaluating if I should buy a not so expensive car for weekend trips. Do you think it’s a good idea? After spending most of week in the city, I feel like going out over the weekends!

For people who live alone, how are you staying motivated? I’ve been feeling more depressed lately and really need some advice to get through this whole wfh thing

Dating after COVID is going to start with: Do you think the Coronavirus was real & how did you vote in 2020?

Does receiving a ‘Does Not Meet Expectations’ on year-end review with no other next steps - In this environment - basically mean I’m on the chopping block? Should I start job hunting?