I’m social media drained. I can’t keep up with all you 25 year olds who have $500k in savings, perfect bodies and skin, no student debt, manager-level jobs in tech and MBB, tons of friends and partners/spouses who love them. I’m out for a while ✌️

likefunnyhelpful
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at
Highlighted IconHIGHLIGHTED

Check all but also have had barely any vacation or real time to off to recharge .. it’s exhausting but I nevertheless enjoy it

funnylike

Lmao

like

20 years old over here and deleted most of my socials because my mental health couldn’t take it. Surprisingly, this is the one thing I use the most but it definitely made me feel like I wasn’t enough sometimes since everyone here makes so much. Like sheesh, I thought I was doing okay but comparatively on here, I’m 🗑

Comparison is the thief of joy my friends.

like

Let’s compare salaries, I make 690,420 a year

funnylike
Recent IconRecent

Anyone with those stats likely has no family and hasn't seen the sun since graduation.

Or invested in doge.

likefunny

Disagree

People just maintain an image.....

likesmartfunny

“I only make $250k and I’m already 23, am I a personal failure or is my company massively undervaluing me?”

likefunny

And my axe

like

No one is getting to $500k in savings at 25 from a FAANG+ or an MBB job straight from undergrad without a crazy lucky but unsustainable investment or massive gifts from parents.

No one is getting a true manager level job by 25 at FAANG+ and few are getting there via MBB (most go for b school first). Hell, most people will never get an interview for entry level at either FAANG or MBB.

The "tons of friends" and loving/partners/spouse isn't everyone and most people probably don't have both.

Most people probably don't have a perfect body or skin but at least a reasonable body and great skin are probably the most achievable objectives of the ones you listed.

For every one of these goals, we definitely seem to have a distorted view of just how few people even get to one of them at any age, let alone all of them by 25.

likefunnyhelpful

McK1 has! Which is so impressive, only a few years out of college. I cant imagine being above to save more than my salary + bonus in entirely. So cool!

funnylike

I don't have any of the above but that doesn't mean I can't lie about having all of them?

likefunnyuplifting

99% of stuff you see on social media is fake. People with real money never advertise it. When I was broke, I used present myself as a rich guy on social media. When started to accumulate real wealth, I present myself in a very modest way, so people don’t ask me for money, try to use me or even hate on me for no reason.

like

No one joining MBB at 25 has 500k. If they do it’s because of other reasons lol I feel you though. I’m about to bounce from this app for a while

like

It was Tesla options for me. Not doge

likefunny

We are all in consulting. We will all get there eventually. Shut up, work hard, invest wisely.

funny

Related Posts

Thoughts on more aggressively paying down mortgage vs investing? I don’t have any real debt outside my mortgage & currently have 180k in my 401k, insurance policy & invest in a 529 for my daughter’s

like

Do bank managers/loan officers at local branches have any sway in approving loans? I live in a small Midwest town would it be better to go to my local bank and see if people I know there can get a better rate etc on an auto loan?

like

Celebrate azadi ka amrit mahotsav and reach your financial freedom when India will be celebrating 100 years of independence. 🇮🇳🇮🇳
DM me on 7019194829 for more details!!

Post Photo
likefunny

Girlfriend has very obvious high functioning anxiety and body image issues that she admits but thinks she doesn’t need therapy or medication and that reading self-help books will help her. It’s not changing in the last several years and it’s impacting our relationship. Anyone have experience with their SO dealing with untreated anxiety? I know I can’t control her but would like to express my feelings without sending her into a spiral. For context, I’ve been in therapy for 12 months and medicated

like

How do you make side moneys? Any apps or websites that would allow me to do work online and get paid? Thinking about bookkeeping gigs or something similar.

likehelpful

I just joined the bank and was wondering what the deal with the Health Care savings account is. It looks like a flex account rather than an HSA?

like

Let’s talk credit cards! Is there any one which has 0% foreign transaction fee? (Like Revolut)

like

Feeling a deep void in close human connection after letting go a relationship that was lacking a future (I was interested in something more, he was unsure). Can’t stop thinking of reaching out and need strength to just stay with the loneliness and have hope for the better times. Would appreciate support. It’s been 2 weeks but I feel bouts of extreme sadness and desire to have someone to share my life and days with.

like

Is bfs account Contract get extended or they simply release and we get bach to parent (cts), for another project is complete bgv happening or they just handle from their side?

like

Got a quote for $816 (all incl.) on a 2020 Macan (4-cyl turbo) 59k MSRP with10k down 10k miles, 36 months. Sounds high to me. Anyone lease a Macan recently?

like

Hi guys,

Can anyone help me what will be my take home salary for the following.

And aslo please suggest me some tax saving options?

Thanks for all the support!!

Post Photo
like

Looking to move to San Antonio and we're looking at places in Alta Vista and El Dorado. Pros and cons? We have two kids under five, so looking for a nice family community with good schools.

like

Does anyone have experience with defi yield farming? It seems like a great way to make passive income, but I’m hesitant on how I can report the profits for my taxes. It seems pretty difficult to keep track of. Any opinions would be appreciated!

like

Best option to finance a CPO car? Thru dealership? I don’t want to pay cash

like

Hi folks,
What do you show as investment proof if investment is to be done at a future date? I have a life insurance whose premium is due in March. What can I submit now as proof for this declaration?

Is it mandatory to submit previous employment declaration while submitting Income tax declaration. Or we can just skip this. Since this is my 2 nd company not aware of this much. What happens at the end of financial year if we don't declare previous employment declaration. Seniors kindly help🙏

I made a mistake starting SIP in a ULIP. Used to invest 7500 per month starting from November 2018. I have discontinued my premium payments since last year. That is when my fund was moved to an interim surrender state and now it earns 4% per annum interest.

After 5 years of lock-in that is November 2023, can i withdraw the entire amount at a time? (Of course after paying surrender charges)

like

Breakup etiquette- we broke up and I was supposed to go to his relatives’s wedding in a couple of weeks. I know the couple, not super well, but have hung out and texted individually as well. Should I let them know I won’t be attending and wish them well or don’t reach out to them?

like

How much hard cash do you all keep on hand?

likeuplifting

Anyone have recommendations for solid couples massages? Want to treat my SO to a pamper day from a legit place that knows what they’re doing since she has back problems

like

More Posts

Salary credit timings? Icici bank

like

Currently sitting on an offer for a intro/mid-level design engineer in the Raleigh-Durham Area and wanted to get an idea of the average paybands, online sites have such a large range (50k-400k) that it is hard to narrow in on a price to start negotiating

Any one else fed up with GDS ? Comment +1 along with your line of biz. Mine is FSRM

like

I wish admin utilized Tier 1 supports with teachers. Smiles, appreciations and acknowledging ones efforts would do a great deal to boost morale and climate. I just don’t understand what that is so hard to do.

like

What’s the cost range of health insurance for a young family of four if you are self employed?

like

Recommendations for bachelor party destinations aside from Costa Rica and Mexico City. Preferably under 5 hour flight time from Atlanta outside the US.

like

McKinsey & Company What is/was the best signing/joining bonus y’all have received?

Accenture McKinsey & Company Deloitte EY

like

Do you guys have any tips or when to purchase ticket to south east asia? All tickets I see is hovering around $2000 roundtrip.

like

I am far along in the interview process for a job I want (meeting with Chief Legal Officer next week), but am still accepting other interviews until I have a formal offer. However, I have an interview scheduled for early this week where, after further research, I don’t think I would be very happy. Should I let the recruiter know that now, or just do the interview for more “practice”? Thanks!

like

Those who are voluntarily returning to the office — how often are you going and what days seem to work for you? Looking to slowly incorporate a few days here and there for change of scenery etc. — will add there is no pressure to do so (yet).

like

Hi guys,

Can someone please refer me in Bny, already on notice. Experienced in fx reconciliations and ops control reporting, also have good experience with SQL and VBA.

What is the culture at KPMG London, especially for strategy roles and sustainability?

likefunny

Hello, I have recently relocated in Chicago and looking for recommendations to spend the coming holiday week in the windy city!
What are your favorite must do things or places to visit in Chicago for Christmas and New year Celebration?🎉

like

Anyone from HP.looking for referral.i have the job id.Thanks

like

What's it like working with BCG in Dubai? Which service lines have the best people and which should be avoided?

like

Looking to make a change from Canada (Toronto) to Dubai. Any thoughts or Big4 Cloud Consulting roles in the ME? Deloitte is generally the global leader. Any thoughts on Digital/Cloud Transformation in MENA?

Pahado pe maggi bechne ka business shuru krne ka soch rha hu...koi partnership me aana chahta h ???

like

Additional Posts in Consulting

What’s the hot skill now? AI or BI or BA?

likefunny

Are the rumors about Deloitte acquiring BCG true???

like

Hi all! Does anyone work in EY Client Technology (particularly in the Canadian offices)? There is a new grad role that I am interested in and I would like to get to know more about the service line, work and role to see if I/the role would be a good fit.

like

What are the best consulting firms for pricing (consumer goods focused)?

like

Best consulting firms with best WLB? Do they exist? Young professional starting to think about where I'd like to work hard to end up in the next 5-10 years.

like

A recruiter at another B4 gave me a number much lower than what I’m currently making. Should I tell them how much im making now, which is admittantly at the very top of the SC band, or counter with a range that’s more than I’m making? I hesitate to just throw out current salary + 20% bc I’d be asking for almost $190k for a SC role and I know that would be quite a huge ask for a SC @ B4, even for tech

like

Can I use Deloitte Trips car rental discount for personal use?

like

What’s a good side hustle ?

like

Layoffs at Walmart corporate 😬😬

likefunny

Signed up for the GRE yesterday and took it today. I got a 155 on quant and 155 on verbal but have no idea if this is a good score or not. Anybody have some input? Also, is the gmat preferred over the gre for business school admissions?

like

How much to give as a wedding gift if you can’t attend (couple)? Destination wedding on another continent

like

Discussion post: I feel almost all consulting firms are the same. Mbb, big 4 etc. if you are paid enough there is probably less wlb. If there is good wlb there is not much money. Can you single out a company that you can confidently say pays very well and also has good wlb and also has good opportunities etc.?

like

Any Bain folk willing to connect?

Bain & Company

like

Do you have to return the sign on bonus if you get laid off, sign on period (2 years) has not yet passed. I would also like to know the firm's severance policy.

like

How safe will ESG consultants be? (The environment already took the L)

Post Photo
like

At PwC(S&) are evaluations (career roundtables) driven primarily by utilization? How much do reinvest and snapshots play?

like

Do any strategy arms of Big 4 or MBB do pre-MBA internships?

like

Anyone have CFP Prep books they don’t not need anymore?

likesmart

What's the best consulting firms for H1B folks who have studied masters in STEM here? Got a cousin graduating this fall and he needs to know H1B/GC policies.

like

Someone reached out to me on LinkedIn about becoming an author on the side. Has anyone heard about such a thing?!? The person said she’s worked with 800 consultants writing their books and marketing it for them.

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal