I’m working the whole Christmas block this year. I knew it was coming, but it’s still hitting me hard. What are your best tips for making the days feel like a real holiday instead of just another long shift? I’d love some simple ideas to help the time go by faster and keep the mood light for the team.

Does anyone have feedback on working for Mercer Advisors? I see a few positions in the Rockwall/ Dallas area that intrigue me. I’ve read Glassdoor reviews- was looking for more in-depth info.
I have my SIE, Series 6 and Series 63.
What is the work culture like, PTO, management style? Thanks!

Holiday Season - at my former company, around this time of year I would have already gotten a ton of gift baskets etc. - not something I would ever take home but open up for the team and leave out. Started somewhere new last November, have dealt with multiple firms in various regions of the last year, many of which have billed several $100ks, have yet to receive anything. Are firms no longer doing this post COVID?

If you take vacation, is the onus on you to make up that billable time? If so, how do you enjoy long vacations?

So I had 3 deals scheduled to either close end of May or mid June which were all pushed to end of June/beginning of July. Which is when I have my first vacation planned for over a year (I take 0 time off). My whole family is flying up and we’re renting a cabin near me. What do I do? I’m running one of the deals, semi running the other one and not doing much leading on the other one. Note: I was supposed to not be running any of these. Do I find a back up first or tell the partners first?

What is your favorite holiday tradition/event to attend in San Diego?

I heard most of us are off for some holiday next week, so enjoy the day off to prepare for the holiday!

Love how BS credit score is. Got my score up to 800 last month only to go on vacation so my credit utilization went up to 8% due to the increased spending and my score dropped 35 points because I didn’t immediately pay the balance after charging the purchases. I always pay my balance in full each month and have never missed a payment, how is 8% credit utilization determined to be that big of a risk that my score got immediately wrecked, I don’t understand

I am so beyond ready to leave my current job, but can’t yet, since bonuses are paid out in January. 😬

In the meantime, I’ve applied to a lot of similar roles (slightly higher) but have not heard - good or bad - from any. Is it common for companies to slow down hiring in December because of Q4 rush, people on holiday, etc.?

How much stock do you put on benefits? I have two offers with stark differences in benefits. Job 1: role I want, but benefit sucks (2 weeks paternity leave, 20% coinsurance). Job 2: role is okay but higher level and great benefits (16 weeks paternity, 0% coinsurance, 5 more days of vacation). Total comp is the same though. I wonder if I should just focus on role but Job 2 is a large company, so I can move around after 2-3 years I’d expect. Thoughts?

Oh its kicking in, that holiday anxiety and depression 😂. Feeling like shit, bout to go out tonight and get drunk or something. Hows everyone doing?

I want to take this moment to wish everyone a happy new year. Still on holiday vacation.

PwC people, does vacation negatively impact utilization the same way hitting G&A does?

Is it reasonable to ask for three weeks before joining a new company? I was thinking a two week notice and a week vacation to take a breath. What do you think ?

Do we observe a holiday on 1st November?

How's Siegfried PTO policy? Is there firmwide shutdown during the holidays?

Attending a company holiday party where they're doing a white elephant gift exchange. I barely know anyone except through emails and IMs given that most of us WFH. Fun but office appropriate gift ideas $30 or under?

I’m in a little of a pickle but a good one. Offer A. Established “start up” doing well financially and projected to hit profitability. 130k base. Stocks offered, unlimited PTO, and 70% Medical covered. Offer B. Is at a business much larger…90k salary with 10% bonus and generous stock offering. Titles are different which is why the pay is much different. I know some may think it is a no brainer but offer A allows me to grow the department ground up whereas offer B id be apart of to just different

Check out Boohoo for awesome plus size clothing for holiday parties. I find they have on trend items for really inexpensive prices

considering betting a ton of money on tomorrow’s elections via “predict it”, as an emotional hedge. is this a stupid idea or a genius idea

For those of you in your mid-20’s, how often do you go on dates with your significant other? In a serious relationship for the first time since college and trying to gauge what folks consider normal for dating frequency (excluding nights in). Context - we’re 25, dating for 3 months, live 5 mins away from each other, decent WLB

What range should I quote to HR when they ask for what are your expected salary? Current CTC is 10.55 LPA. I have 5 years of big data experience including 6 months of on site project at egypt. Your suggestions are most welcome....

I want to take this moment to wish everyone a happy new year. Still on holiday vacation.

If your employer mandated you need to come in 5 days a week would you consider quitting? My situation is I live in my geographical territory and the office is 45 minutes away. No performance issues at quota consistently.

I’ve just passed the final interview for a Business Development Manager position for SaltPay, UK. Does anyone know of the commission structure, KPI’s etc to expect? We didn’t get a chance to discuss it in my other interviews (it’s been a very quick process) . Would love to hear any insights you might have in the company. Thanks!

Anyone have connections in Oklahoma City?

Any ideas about relocation requirements for FAANG recruiting under COVID? Given that the current employees are wfh, they wouldn’t require new employees to move to the Bay ASAP?

staying in tonight. Favorite movie tv show related to advertising that is NOT madmen

How much amount free items can we take in medibuddy as a new user?

Anyone have an app or Excel spreadsheet they use to keep track of utilization? We just switched systems and our new system doesn’t give us a real time balance of our utilization rate (cont)

Is there a scientific reason why we get songs stuck in our heads? How come we don’t really experience this kind of thing with our other senses?

Soliciting ideas for a big closing lunch with clients - near or close to bryant park, my first pick was Gabriel Kreuther but they only do Thurs/Fri lunches (ours would be Tues). Ideas for upscale restaurants appropriate for corporate clients? They said “anything but steak” ha.

Is there any probation period in mindtree? In the offer letter it is not mentioned. How is the culture and wlb and job security in mindtree. Mindtree folks please suggest🙏

BCG vs Deloitte. Could you comment on the work life balance differences between the two in toronto / Canada.

Hi, I have got offer from CitiCorp,Pune for the level c10, l'm confused to join or not. How is the work-life of citi? Is it having alot of work pressure? Can Anyone plz sufgest

How many people get promoted to S1 from A2? Didn’t do well in A1.

Hello,
I have a friend of mine looking to get into customer success or related role! Are there remote entry level positions (that don’t need a degree) that are available?

She has experience in the following roles:
- Logistics Account Executive
- Customer Service Representative
- Customer Service Sales Representative
- Concierge

She really smart and hardworking, I would love to help her find a career - not just a job - that she enjoys. Thanks I’m advance!

If an employee files a complaint about workplace behavior, do you treat them differently? I'm faced with reporting an SM for bullying and finding it near imposible to believe that it won't (cont'd)

I am currently a year from finishing my PhD and was looking at VC's as a career path because I like to do meta-analysis of different climate change techs. I networked with VCs and one of them was receptive but didn't have the budget currently for a full time hire. They said they'd be interested in working with me to do a research paper over the coming semester, and was wondering if I could leverage this into a full time offer?

Is a white paper with a VC going to be attractive on my CV?

Let's talk Linkedin- I hate getting references. Is Linkedin an easier way to deal with all that?

I got asked to move to night shift. I've never done it before. How should I prepare?

Someone made disposable Hijabs as part of PPE. Super cool idea!

What are the best agencies ( travel) for RN with one year of CVICU experience? Thank you

Looking to connect with clinical specialists in medical device/ pharma. Anyone in this position?

Anyone else catching up on CEs while they're stuck at home?

How has seeing patients in clinic changed for you? We get our patients from the parking lot one at a time.

Your child asks you if they should become a nurse. What do you say?

What is the average fulltime, RN hourly range within Houston, TX? Trying to ramp up our bargaining skills. TIA!

1. 5 years experience, M/S, Telemetry
2. 10+ years experience, M/S, ER

Hello all, I work full time as an RN at the VA. I’ve been looking for a side hustle to do on my own time. I would love to review cases such as prior authorization, records for 2nd opinions, etc. The positions that I come across generally require a commitment of at least 24 hrs which is not feasible. Anyone know of any opportunities?

Are you seeing Mulptile Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)?

Anyone else catching up on CEs while they're stuck at home?

How it's like to work in Johns Hopkins Hospital ED as RN?

Chronic Care Management as a side hustle

Is become an Adult Geriatric Critical Care NP worth it?

Is there any room to negotiate pay rates with state hospitals that have set rates based on level of experience? Also what are the pros and cons of working for state teaching hospitals?

I have an interview for a role in Quality, specifically ER. I have no ER experience but have med surg, oncology, home care, and OR so I was just planning on talking about how all my previous RN roles have involved process improvements. Any other helpful suggestions?

Joint Commission visits! I barely survived my first! I want to hear what happened with yours!

I am currently a care coordinator with one of the big insurance companies. I want off the phone, I have been applying for Rn jobs in utilization but have not gotten the last 5-6-7 I applied for, I lost count… I am thinking more analytics and business side of things now. I finished my MSN LM to maybe stand out from the large amount of applicants they get. BUT I have no experience in analytics.. so I have a chance? How do I get training in tableau, sql, interqual, project management, alteryx..

I still get really nervous before doing telehealth video calls! I'm never this way face to face.