I slouch a lot, even in a decent office chair. Any recommendations to improve posture and sit up straight? Do I just need to strengthen core/back?

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

I am done trying to pretend everything is fine at work. The higher ups on the team kept asking if I’m doing anything fun for the weekend during video calls. I felt the pressure to make something up but I just can’t. I’ve been struggling with depression, loneliness, anxiety with immigration and the fact that I might be out of work soon cuz my visa is expiring. I’m thousands of miles away from my family and I just want everything to stop. But when my manager kept asking in front of everyone am I

Home office preference question. I am getting ready to redo the layout of my home office. One option I'm considering would have my desk facing a wall. I am wondering if anyone with this current setup has any feedback about it. I would face the wall so that I would have a better background for video conferences (am on about half the day) and also my cord situation would be cleaner.

Anyone haves OB/GYN in the Chicagoland area you would suggest? Looking for west suburbs, Elmhurst, Lombard area. Thanks!

Standing desk people: do you get a mat or anything for your feet?

Anyone successfully take STD or extended long term disability for final IVF procedure? I’d like to take 6 months, Destress before hand then go into extraction. Docs say if this doesn’t work they recommend I move onto other options so I want to give it a fair shot. My clinic will fill out fMLA / medical forms but not sure who ultimately decides the duration. Should I also consider other mental health leave alternatives? Thank you!

I 485 question - I do not have any vaccination record from my home town. It is a small village. I am thinking of getting the required vaccination here in US. Will insurance cover my vaccination?

Poll: What dress code do you follow at your home office?

I have a serious concern. I am a 23 year old male and still suffer from bedwetting issues and I am just done with this at this point. Does anyone know why this happens or the cause of it? Appreciated

For those who had a successful pregnancy with ivf, do you remember when or if you had the symptoms? I am now 10 days post transfer and dont really feel anything except lazy and tired but that could also be from progesterone supplements.

Has anyone tried Apposta?

What supplements (vitamins, herbs, etc) do you take with your coffee/tea?

Anyone who got immigration medicals done in the Bay Area for i-485? Any place you recommend? Do they take insurance?

Any ZSer who has taken HPV vaccine?

Civility thread!

Don't mention/hint at who you're voting for. Let's try to find some common ground.

How's your day going fellow politically-minded 🐠?

I made the switch to in house and omg it’s so slow. I knew it’d be a bit slower than agency but I accomplish less in a month than I used to in a day. Is this how all in house jobs are or has anyone found a faster pace in house gig?

I work at a medical device manufacturing plant as a training coordinator, I have a military background and a degree and am trying to advance but am feeling stuck. I am a literal jack of all trades, and am trying to get out of the hourly life, I’m working an average of 100 hour weeks and have been for at least the last 6 months.

Anyone else feel like Adderall is ruining your skin? I definitely don’t want to stop taking it but I need some coping strategies!

We recently started the fertilization process with frozen eggs. I had 11 frozen and all survived the thaw but only 3 turned into embryos. We are waiting to see how many get to the blast state. Does any one know where I can find statistics on what the typical attrition / success rates are?

I went to the lease this last weekend. Not one drop of alcohol was had. That was the closest I’ve come to caving. 4 wheelers, killing dinner with big guns, doing manly things in God’s country. Beer is an absolute necessity during these events. Anyhow, I didn’t drink. Proud of myself. Monumental moment for me.

I opted not to go to our holiday party this year, but I have extreme anxiety about potential repercussions! Am I making the right choice? Context is in comments below. Would appreciate any insight!

Hey, guys. I’m just wondering: do you ever feel like you’re drowning in all the new marketing trends? Like, you read something new every day that you have to try out, but it’s hard to keep up with all the changes?

What should I make my freelance rate for a copywriter that has Internship and college writing experience?

What do you wear WFH?

toronto folks (gta, too… im desperate), how should i go about finding a family doctor? havent had one since high school under parental care, and emailed a handful from this govt link but all either no capacity or no response. much appreciated 🙏

Technology consultant looking to make the move back to Philly. Interested in tech sales, sales operations, customer success, and potentially other consulting opps. Any and all leads are appreciated!

Birthday dinner in Philly with a small group of girls?

First round of Provera and Letrozole complete but I’ve been spotting/bleeding for 11 days after taking the Provera to kick start a cycle. Would love to hear others’ experiences with these pills!

Any recs for a solid men’s body wash with a good but not very strong scent? Tired of Axe and other mediocre brands. Like the Kiehls at equinox but don’t wanna drop that much $$ either

Will my lifetime SPG nights and lifetime Marriott nights get combined in the new Marriott program?

What’s ettiquette on connecting with partners who interviewed you on LinkedIn

Best books to study for case-study interviews? Or methods people have used? Coming from the consulting industry already but not a pure strategy role so need to catch up to speed fast

Is this what winning looks like? #MAGA

Any audio book recommendations to listen to when backpacking / vacationing?

Best books on leadership and self development?

When your client manager talks to you about supply chain like its nobody’s business and you pretend to understand - #impostorsyndrome

Can you guys please share any verified articles that compare cannabis use to alcohol use? Also, how cannabis can be used for self reflection / with meditation

Westin, Conchal, Costa Rica, anybody have an opinion/review to share? Looking at a week with her Hotness in February.

I have managed and implemented Oracle projects for the last 10 years. I am a PMP, CSCP and PSM certified. I am looking for a change with a salary of 150,000.

Any recommendations?

If you accept an offer but not take it, what are the consequences?

Anybody at the Westin Michigan Ave this week? Drinks?

How's the work life balance at Deloitte delivery centers? I keep hearing mixed reviews. Anyone in that group who can share some feedback.

All these layoffs reminding me that loyalty is dead

Considering the FRM certification. Those who’ve taken it, how quant heavy is it? I have a compliance risk background and don’t have a deep math or statistics background. However, I want to expand my skillset. Any thoughts?

Mental picture ,Clicked ! 🤘

Any really impactful books that have helped you career-wise? Not necessarily consulting focused. In need of guidance and a new book so figured I'd kill two birds with one stone or whatever.

First year in consulting, is it worth purchasing a car this early? I’m living at home and about a 45 minute car ride away from my home office. Any suggestions? What have you done?

Any fellow type B’s have advice for maintaining sanity while working under an intense type A? Feel like I’m losing my mind here...

What are the best books on sales as it relates to consulting?

What are the standard laptops issued at your firm? Particularly interested in what McK and Bain give as the standard laptop