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!

Some construction work going on in the room next to me at 11pm central time here at the Westin! How many points is this worth?

Anyone here have success running a short term rental (AirBNB, VRBO, etc)? Looking for tips to enhance bookings

Anyone else get a $200 statement credit to be used on Amex Travel w the Platinum? I have the Schwab card so didn’t get the Dell statement credit and just noticed the $200 credit. This is different than the usual stated benefit of $200 airline credit btw

Is there a quick way to earn status on delta?

Does anyone have experience travelling in or out of Heathrow over the last month? Got a trip booked and wondering what the border restrictions are like/ what documentation is needed for showing reason for travel (if any)

Looking at an engagement in Philly downtown for 9-12 months. Just moved to DC during COVID so not familiar with how bad commutes/traffic can really be. Should I relo or just take Amtrak/drive weekly? (PS: no kids, no wife, no pets)

Yes, you truly can open a bottle with the hinge of a hotel wardrobe #travelfordays

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.

Does anyone know if Uber drivers can see if we are sharing a ride with someone? Not splitting the cost, but having someone else watch your trip home?

Anyone travelling from pune to mumbai today?

Would you consider traveling for leisure this upcoming Labor Day holiday? As in flying to another state for a weekend fun?

Has anyone ever been compensated by an airline for delaying your luggage from a gate check? Wondering if it’s worth my time to file a formal complaint. Was flying Delta and sitting first class.

Anyone stuck in BOS Terminal 1?

For 6 day vacation in May, what would you recommend from the 4 options: Zion, Bryce, Antelope, Grand Canyon?
I’m would want to go to at-least two of these. Is it feasible?

Does anyone else get super gassy during/ after flying?

If you bought a United Flight with miles can you change your flight and book with cash? I don’t have enough points for flight I want to change to and app is only give me miles option

Looking to spurge all of my Marriott points for honeymoon. Which international property would everyone recommend?

Chase Sapphire Reserve is not able to book a ticket for me on Air India because the flight is not showing up on their system. The flights shows up everywhere else including on Expedia, which powers Chase’s portal. Anyone had similar experience?

Flying United from US to Europe in economy as a silver elite. Am I eligible for a premium plus or Polaris upgrade?

Any thoughts about Tudor? I like the blackbay 58 but feel like taking off my Rolex to put on a Tudor would be a huge disappointment. Thoughts?

Hi friends I am looking for a job into email customer support where I have 2 years of experience I am ready to join on an immediate basis anything would work be it work from home/office if there are any suggestions then please co-operate looking forward with all your replies hope this new platform helps me out with some new friends and suggestions

Does BDO offer global mobility programs? For example doing a transfer/rotation to Australia from the US?

Hi All,

I had an offer as a business analyst in HDFC BANK and CAPGEMINI.May I know which is better in terms of WLB...
Yoe 14 year
HDFC 23 LPA
Capgemini 22LPa

Is it a good move in general to switch from Deloitte USI consulting to KPMG global services consulting practice? Any thoughts welcomed.

So I had a final round with HR of a decent firm, sounded pretty rude entire time, talked to few friends and colleagues, everyone said it is same story of most companies. Any tips and tricks to handle such HRs? 🤷🏻‍♂️

What’s the deal with these start-ups not hiring people with actual insurance experience?

What is a look back analysis?

Any TIPS on “how to not give up on finding a job”. After many final rounds and ZERO offers, I’m on the edge. It’s a horrid feeling to endure and to end it seems.

PPEDs: Just found out that a Partner, who was promoted in 2017, was fired. IDK the circumstances. What can they expect to walk away with besides 401k & normal pension plan?

Does anybody work in a rule for a litigation finance or legal funding company who doesn't hail from a big law firm in background? Basically I have a lot of interest in the area have read a book about it in my free time and was wondering what sort of entry level opportunities I should be seeking.

Are there general Expectations to work on the plane? 12 hour/ week in the air generally. Thought?

I rarely have to use formulas in Excel, so please be kind to me.

Apart from conditional formatting cells, what formula can be used to display a word whenever a cell contains a range of numbers? Contd

Is the transition to electric vehicles going to cause a lot of changes for civil engineering? Seems like city planning might be affected

Would you consider traveling for leisure this upcoming Labor Day holiday? As in flying to another state for a weekend fun?

To take advantage of the next big economic downturn, should I set up a Robinhood or Charles Schwab account?

Wanting a new computer for games and stuff. Mostly so I can play the new flight simulator when it comes out. Don’t want to spend a fortune- any good value recommendations? :)

Today I started looking into the benefits of owning a miniature pony. And I seriously considered it.

Why do people from the Midwest/East move to Arizona?? Which city do you tend to see people flocking too?

Just got my first pet - Teacup/Toy Yorkie! (Wife and I have been wanting a dog and quarantine seemed like the perfect time to get one)

Was looking for Pet Insurance for him. PwC offers a 10% discount through ASPCA. Was wondering what pet insurance everyone else has and if any company is preferred?

I’m thinking of a plan with a $250 deductible with 90% reimbursed with a 10k annual limit of total reimbursements. Thoughts/opinions on this?

Pic of him in the comments :)

Parents went to a friends house today. That friend said they were in contact w someone who got tested positive for covid this past week. 1. What’re chances my parents may have it? 2. How do I tell them to stay in their room at their own house?

Why is online dating so blah?

Everyone, please start book marking your nominees for "Fishbowl Thread of the Year."

Planning prizes (gift cards?) for 1st/2nd/3rd place by most votes on 1/1/2021 12 PM CST

My money is on the "Singles in Consulting" bowl having some juicy stories.

I’m totally empathetic to people that miss offices and traveling. I understand your reasons why, I truly do.

For me personally, after non-stop weekly travel for 4 straight years, not traveling has made me realize how much I enjoy being home. Spending time with family, sleeping in your own bed, consistent exercise schedule, etc.

I for one hope consulting becomes more of a hybrid travel model (i.e. travel 1-2x per month or as needed). Else it won’t be for me.

Anyways, just some thoughts.

Let’s talk office set ups. I am looking at a Uplift standing desk as my big splurge because I have back issues, and the room I work in has horrible lighting so I’m considering some sort of selfie light ring type thing that I can clip to my monitor. Anyone have feedback on either the desk or a light they like, or any other ergo friendly home office hacks you’ve found helpful?

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.
(Continued)

Me, on holiday on the Mediterranean with my American accent... ☀️🏖🍹
Locals: 😳😷😬

Want to lose 30lbs and get lean, fit, flexible and fabulous like I was in college. Considering Beachbody On Demand. Any recommendations of programs that worked for you on their platform? Any tips or advice?
I need a structured class that I attend regularly / daily, otherwise I get lazy and don't make time. Orange Theory worked great for me. I have a Peloton too.

Any books/self help materials for someone who is constantly worrying (and waste a lot of unnecessary time)? E.g. No matter if i pass or fail an interview, there is always something to worry about. The worrying/anxiety multiplies when I proceeded further in the interview stages. Now that I signed the offer and is pending background checks, my anxiety is off the roof as it itches closer to my starting date.