I requested 1wk off during thanksgiving and 2wks off for XMas break at the beginning of the yr, so that I can go home and visit family. However, due to COVID, I moved back home and now I’m being asked if I still need that time off since I’m home already. Given the fact that EY will be transitioning to unlimited vaca next yr, I want to keep my vaca as is since I’ve earned those PTO. I know we are behind on client deliverables, but I could use the break since we’ve been working nonstop. WWYD? TIA

Thanks to covid I realized how much I love and appreciate my traveling consultant lifestyle. Almost gave up on consulting but I’m ready to give it another shot. This was a blessing in disguise

Bain is hosting holiday party at Joy District Club in Chicago… KPMG needs to step it up…

Are all big 4s in India the same? Moved from US to India and the work in one of the Big4s for consulting is so bad!! Unstructured, lack of traction, superficial work done.. 🙄🙄 how does any work get done? The project didn’t achieve targets last yr and they’re still making same mistakes this year..🤦‍♂️

Question: an employee was asked by his boss for same day turn around on responses/deliverables on a days he requested PTO. He completed the work. The manager wants to know if she can still deduct PTO time for the days requested, even though he completed work on those days. Help.

I have worked my way up in Insurance for 4 years but the 1st year being an intern/front desk/admin and was promoted twice and now an account associate helping my AMs/AEs manage our Producers' books of business. I was recently approached by a big brokerage for a Client Manager position. I have imposter syndrome and don't think I am qualified because I dont know insurance coverages/mastered what a business would need for a particular industry (continued in comments..)

Why associate consent is necessary if he/she is got SA project?

Any next week joiners?

If yes, please comment your DOJ as Monday(OCT 24th) is a public holiday.

@EY

How do you find test subjects for your research project? What kind of incentives do you like to offer?

Have you ever worked on pharma/healthcare projects that you personally disagree with (whether i.e how they do business, their political affiliation, their drug pricing, etc)? What was that project like and how did you deal with it?

I have been giving a few interviews lately and every Company is asking me to confirm if i can get my NP reduced from 90 Days to 45 or 60 Days. I'm still under probation but assigned to a Project already. Should I ask my Account Manager and HR about it or its unethical to do so. Am i making a mistake to ask and confirm about NP even before my offer letter or its ok to just enquire what's the process and possibility to reduce NP as we have buyout option too.

What are the monetary benefits we receive in GOC

Just got offered to join potential project that would relocate me to LA for 3-4 months for onsite work. Their office is downtown, I’m single, 29 have the flexibility in lifestyle for this kind of move. Is it worth coming to LA rn? There are obvious Covid risks, but anything else I should consider when looking at this move? Thank you

My gf is still waiting for her EAD and had to go on unpaid leave of absence which is coming to an end in March. Noting delays on current processing times, what are multinational companies offering on similar cases? Are they terminating their employment without any health insurance benefit until they can be rehired or are they offering any other support? I would appreciate you sharing your experiences to benchmark. TY

Corporate associates — do you feel it’s harder to meet hours vs your litigation counterparts? Billing in increments of 0.10 vs driving to the courthouse that can be billed in large chunks, as an example (pre-covid obvi)

Looking at full-time and application asks for expected salary and then expected total compensation as a number. How should I figure out the second? Health insurance, bonuses, life insurance, equity, PTO? I studied art, not math.

Denver RIA provides platform for Advisors looking to be independent. We custody client accounts at TD and Schwab. Glad to talk to qualified advisors looking to free themselves from the broken dealers.

Need advice - I’ve been pulling the team in billing ratios for the past 3 quarters. How do I ask for a mid year raise? Or should I wait until the yearly review.

Family law litigator looking to transition to in-house? Any tips?

I don't know who needs to hear this, but it's a bad idea to bite your fingernails if you're already chewing gum.

Is there any vacancy in pepsico at bangalore location?

For ex consultants without finance backgrounds who transitions to PE or Growth do you have any recs on podcast books to read that helped you build your PE/Investing knowledge?

How is everyone doing? And are you currently working while everything is going on?

Still pretty early in the app process here. What extra curricular activities are best to up your chances for M7 admission?

Hello fish - I moved to NYC from Charlotte NC recently. I have several weddings to attend in the month of April and am traveling back for 3 weeks. Has anyone traveled via airline with a pet before?

I don’t know where to start … having a pet sitter for 3 weeks isn’t an option and driving to and from isn’t either due to my work schedule.

Looking to join Holcim a cement company as an Electrical Engineer I in Alabama.
What is a fair pay with roughly 2 years experience and an EIT license.

Is $80,000 fair to both me and the company. Since I'm really on the cusp of being an Electrical Engineer II?

What are some fun things to do in NYC around Christmas time? The only thing on my list so far is ice skating at Rockefeller

Colleague has put in his resignation. They are offering him whatever he wants to stay including 4days a week work from home. He’s not bluffing and plans to leave. However, at this same time I was asked to begin working as a supervisor for the engineering team and I would get a promotion at the beginning of the year. I have been supervising and managing our team of 6 for months with no extra pay or bonuses. I was told yesterday that raises will be light this year. Yet today they spare nothing.

When did you buy a home?

I’ll be working near a big market at 85% BigLaw salary. I have student loans to pay off, but considering getting into the market early with a low money down option.

Hi All, I am looking for packages upwards of 150 k, London area, tech consulting or tech. Any pointers to companies where I should apply? Currently am at 120 k.

Thoughts on Pfizer’s canvas for developing emails and iDetails?

Any entertaining stories about opposing counsel just losing their mind on you in court or over the phone? How do you respond to opposing counsel who is being rude, unreasonable, or verbally abusive?

what are the potential start dates for EH associates at BCG?

Anyone know anything about street legal electric go-carts? Think less $$ Vanderhall alternatives. Suggestions welcome.

Can’t focus today

Is anyone’s wfh office chair getting less “springy” over time? Mine just doesn’t have the same umph it had before, constantly lowering throughout the day.

How much should a shift lead make west coast

Anyone that is WFH but rents a small office space to work from?

I don't want to have to go to an office with coworkers, but I do feel like I'd be more productive getting out of home office a couple of days per week.

Feel the same?

Sometimes I love my job, other days I really feel like an employee.

What does your boss do to remind you you’re an employee?

Employer gave me some money to spend on headphones. Should I get Airpod Pros? I have the Jabra Elite 65ts that are great for working out and block out a lot of noise. Not a fan of the regular airpods, but the in-ear/noise cancelling of the pros intrigues me

My SO and I are touring a home tomorrow that we’re considering purchasing. With COVID restrictions + high interest in the home, we only have a 15 minute time slot to tour it. Suggestions on what things we must check out given the time constraint? We’re first time home buyers, so want to make sure we don’t miss anything critical during our tour

Anyone have a good office chair recommendation? Really not trying to spend more than $150 but willing to go to $200 if there is a really good recommendation.

Thanks!

Looking for ergonomic office chair recommendations, budget is $500. Any suggestions?

This is so dumb, but I hate when superiors say can WE do this...when it’s really can YOU do this

What should I start watching next: Tiger King or Ozarks Season 3?

Quarantine vices you are picking up. I’m drinking a can of Coca Cola every day

Has anyone ever outsourced a portion of their own work and passed it off as their own? I would love to hear some stories...

Anyone have a standing desk recommendation between the Fully Jarvis vs Uplift V2 vs Autonomous Smartdesk 2? Leaning towards the Jarvis but the Autonomous one seems 50% cheaper, but can’t really tell what the drawbacks are according to their website/reviews

How is the number next to your fishbowl heart calculated? Mine doesn’t add up to the total reactions.. just curious

If a headhunter approaches someone for c suite position but you know a friend who knows key decision maker/chairman. Do you just bypass headhunter? Its in round 3 shortlist.