I realized recently that I can turn my “super associate” persona at any time. I had it off during covid when my kids needed me and got a bad review. So now it’s back on. I’m responding to midnight emails (and daytime ones in under 20 minutes) and getting work done the same morning. I’m spending countless hours doing edits over edits. I actually don’t like super associate. Why do people live like this 24/7?!? 🤔

Good afternoon
Anyone traveled in domestic flights recently? Just want to check which all COVID related checks are there(if any)? Any test needed for flight travel within India?
Or it is back to normal again (as in 2019)

Thanks

I am a 38 yo woman, always been very active (I run 20 miles/week), normal BMI, and eat healthy. I just had a routine blood test and while my HDL is 70 and triglycerides 53 (both good), my LDL is suddenly 132 (normal is up to 130). Any tips on what to do? I don’t have heart disease anywhere in my family. Only think I can think is ever since covid started I eat chocolate every night. Could that alone cause this?? Any help appreciated.

Did anyone here apply for Canadian citizenship last year? Curious to hear how the progress on your application has been, specifically the time duration, i.e., when did you receive the AOR letter and how long after that did you receive the invite for the test and then oath ceremony? Any applicants still waiting? I understand that processing times are longer than usual due to Covid and might vary on a case to case basis, but just want to get a sense of the average processing time.

My boss started harassing me because he found out I am vaccinated against covid. What does a vaccine have anything to do with marketing?

Need recommender gift ideas! Is a handwritten thank you card + starbucks gift card (probs ~$50ish) good for someone who talks about lattes a lot? They also have kids so was thinking toys r us or something but its not exactly for “them” i guess 😆. The other recommender said she recently moved to a new place a few months ago..thats all i have on them so far..been hard to stay in touch and updated on their lives with covid and all since were on diff projects now

Hey everyone! First post 👏🏾👏🏾 ...I’m working on a project with a small healthcare company. Can anyone give examples of ways to market and be engaging in healthcare during Covid since there’s limited to no in person interaction? How have you been able to get in front of decision makers?

any chances of having fully WFH again as covid cases are rising....

Hi! New Yogi here. I love yoga AFTER I’ve done yoga... if that makes sense. During yoga, I’m fidgety and restless and I can’t seem to concentrate. But after? Phew! I love the mushy, warm, puddle feeling. Can anyone offer some advice to ease my way into doing yoga consistently?

For background I’m normally a heavy lifter type of gal but with covid I’m trying to find a wider range of activity. All comments/thoughts welcome!

Hello Sharks,

I have been working for a Jaipur based Digital Marketing Agency for 2.5 years now. Overall I have 5 YoE in the industry.

I tired to switch the company for Growth & Learning, Got 60k + WFH offer. My current company matched the offer (60k + WFH). The company helped me a lot in my bad times (Covid, Mom's illness, my operation etc).
Can I think of switching the company after 6 months and expect 90k-100 from the next company?

Plz drop a comment and hit likes for unlocking DM option.

You guys following the new covid restrictions? Thoughts?

One of my superiors said something racist about the coronavirus to me (I’m Chinese) and now I’ve just lost all respect for him.

Anyone else seeing a huge failure at the administrative/leadership level at their respective hospitals? And/or a general “slacking off” of Covid precautions, even as cases are spiking again? My hospital is not testing surgical patients before their procedures which seems absurd to me because I think every single patient who is coming in for an elective surgery should be tested!

so turns out BLR office peeps are spreading covid to fellow coworkers… leadership plz send help

What are the Illinois tax rules if I’ve been living in Florida during covid? Do you have to be living in Illinois for more than 6 months for a given tax year to pay any taxes there?

Applied for a visitors visa extension for my mom due to covid in India. I asked for extension till October 2021, but she’s leaving in July 2021. Once she leaves, should I inform the officer or online that she has left USA and won’t be available for biometrics?

KPMG tax peeps- joining the firm and wanting to understand the phone policy for managers. $45 for line plus $20 for equipment? No KPMG negotiated carrier plans/ equipment rates- KPMG just reimburses a total of $65 max. Is this correct?

Any good distance learning project or activities for Hatchet by Gary Paulsen?

Hey Fishes,

My variable pay is 1.42 lakhs (21% of fixed) , it is mentioned that I can get anywhere in between 0 to 21% . What is the average that I can expect??

Please reply if you have any relevant information.

Thanks

Where do you getaway for a few days? Not interested in hopping on a plane but desperately need space and rest.

What's the longest you've been unemployed and how did you get back into the swing of things?

Just got an email from Prometric that my appointment was cancelled. I had two scheduled in June and the email does not even say which. What do I do? 😡

affordable places for asian man to get a decent haircut in DC? preferably <$25 and in DC

Fellow students, what kind of jobs do you have now? I recently got promoted to project engineer and looking back on how much I worried about grades it all seems so silly now

Anyone hiked Strawberry Peak? Looking for any tips if you’ve done it. Heard it’s one of the hardest hikes in LA per Alltrails with some death defying maneuvers

What schools are strongest for exits into impact investing? Just getting started on my MBA research and it seems like Stanford in the US and Said in the UK are top.

Does anyone have a car detailer in the area that they really like?

At this point how do people feel about police unions? Are they inherently bad bc they promote interests of the police v the people they serve? Would same apply to teachers unions (and is there systemic racism in teaching we need to dismantle)? Are public sector unions bad?

11/19 Thread (General):

Lawyers and Brunch in NYC sounds like a winning combination. On Juneteenth just puts the icing on the cake. Brunchin’ Lawyers gonna be a vibe. Anyone else going? Should be a good time to get away from the office and connect with other attorneys of color.

Well there’s been a lot of rejection in 2020, but I finally accepted a role at a new employer today. It may not be my “dream” but I believe my possibilities are endless and they are aware of my long-term career goals. Finally some good news after all the negatives the previous year has brought me.

Hi, I graduated with a bachelor in Healthcare Management and I currently work for McKesson Canada as a team lead for patient services. I am thinking about doing a masters degree in either Healthcare Management or Public Health. Which one should I go for? MHM/MHA or MPH?

Looking for a wedding photographer recommendation.

How do you do the bare minimum but still have people think you’re a good associate / hard working?

What’s your firm’s policy on being able to expense meals (e.g., after a certain time of day or after a certain number of billable hours)?

Partners: what do you do to actually develop your associates?

Hey all - first year associate here… I’ve met my hours requirement for this year (requirement is 1900 and am currently at around 2050 with billable hours - approx. 2160 with non billable admin hours) and I am just tired. Is it okay to just “disappear” during the holidays (thanksgiving week, week of Christmas) and let partners and senior associates know I am not available? At this point I don’t care about making more money - I just want to sleep, read a good trashy book, and cuddle with my dog.

How many billable hours do you aim for per month? Thinking of lateraling to a firm with no official hours target and wondering what I should be aiming for - is 170/mo (2000 per year) acceptable? Don’t want to burn out but also don’t want to get fired lol. I also understand there’s little control over how much I’ll work but just wondering what y’all think is good enough.

What should a mid-level associate (4th year) expect in terms of signing bonus, guaranties end of year bonus, etc.
Thanks!

What’s the point of giving just the people who are already getting a normal bonus a special “covid bonus” too? It feels like they are just rubbing it in for people who didn’t hit their hours and get nothing when other get even more than normal.

Ok let’s do a prediction game for tomorrow’s DPW raise. Here’s my guess:

1st yr 215 -> +2.5 -> 217.5
2nd yr 225 -> +2.5 -> 227.5
3rd yr 250-> +5 -> 255
4th yr 285-> +5 -> 290
5th yr 325-> +5 -> 330
6th yr 350-> +5 -> 355
7th yr 370-> +7.5 -> 377.5
8th yr 385-> +10 -> 395

AND spring/fall/winter special bonuses in the same amount as that of last year’s.

Disclosure: pure speculation and not to be relied upon for any financial planning purposes lol

Alternative careers for attorneys? Ready to leave law behind

Can I lateral at six months? When is too early to lateral?

What big law ny firms have the best work/life balance

What do tech trans associates do?

1st year, started a month ago. When do I start really looking for work? Pretty slow (a couple hours a day) around here and I want to know how long I can coast before I have to get serious about looking for work. I do let partners know I’m available but should I reach out to other offices/when? (Transactional)

Anyone been in a situation where they were let go from a firm, accepted an offer to lateral to another firm, and then was asked on the firm’s questionnaire if they’ve ever been asked to leave any employment? How did you deal with that?

Anyone else makes sure to bill when going to the bathroom?

What’s the link for the K&E bowl? It’s not coming up on my searches.

Have two offers (Firm A and Firm B). Made up my mind to accept Firm B’s offer. Got conflicts check forms for both firms. Should I fill out both conflicts forms?