Is 5th a holiday for EY folks? Currently on bench and PTO, so not sure.

Is it okay to take leaves during probation in Infosys consulting? The offer letter does mention 4 leaves per quarter.

I'm joining during in October and thought I could take a week off for Christmas. Not sure if they have a concept of block leaves during Christmas though.

For those who left big law for DOJ, SEC, etc., what do you see as the best benefit to have done so (other than the reduction in workload)?

6 months pregnant and just laid off. And 40% of my severance was just taken in taxes .. I just spoke with paid family leave and I no longer qualify even though I had been paying into the program (thanks NY).. I already applied for unemployment but doctors are telling me I’ve got 10-14 weeks left in this pregnancy.. so stressed having twins and being unemployed, no maternity leave, no paychecks coming in, and I’ve been applying but not a single interview.. just ugh. 😭

I joined EY this week. May i know whether are any good benefits to know during the first few months?

Is it difficult to get from 6month probation period to confirmation in Accenture ? Are you allowed to take leave during Probation period?

Can anyone let me know if mental health teletherapy companies pay out a Christmas bonus for their providers?? I am truly curious although I suspect they don’t.

Hii everyone from IBM 👋🏻

Whats the process of initiating and getting the hike/bonus?

I joined IBM on last week of May 2022, was on bench till 20th November 2022 and got allocated to project on 21 November 2022.

Whom should I talk to regarding the hike/bonus? And whats the process like??

Will be grateful if I get any inputs. Thanks all :)

Anyone here in EY USA and can point me to the maternity policy? I can only find Canadian or UK versions ok the policy site!

Fellow expats, how do you handle the holiday season in Singapore? There's no way I can go all the way back to the States for Christmas, and I'm already feeling the pangs of homesickness creeping in.

How is RSM PTO? Understand it’s unlimited, which limits more than accrued, but any insight on what you like/dislike?

Hi, just wondering how much maternity leave Janssen and Merk offer? GSK will be offering 18 weeks starting in 2023, wondering how other companies in the area compare. Also curious if there is a minimum amount of time you need to work before the benefits kick in?

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

Hey fishes, Has any one bought extra holidays using Flex EY? Is there any benefit (cost wise) in buying extra days through Flex EY vs. taking unpaid Leaves?

Cheers!

Whats the scene for sabbatical leave at amex,
I have been here for over a year now.

Whats the eligibility criteria? How to request one? Etc.

Thanks in advance.

What's the longest vacation you've taken and where did you go? Thinking about capitalizing on my unlimited PTO and want some ideas.

How does one tell their boss (owner of the company) that you are burnt out? The sheer volume of work is exhausting and I haven’t taken a true vacation as we are a small company so if something urgent comes to my email I feel like I must respond. I was given an additional title and more responsibilities last year as well but only a 3% raise for it.

Londoners what is your agency pregnancy leave policy? At ours the current procedure for women is: less than 3 years of employment 6 weeks full pay and 12 weeks 50%. 3+ years you get 12 weeks full and

I just started a new job 2 months ago, benefits and PTO don’t start until 90 days in so I still have a month before I can take off any time, and today found out my company doesn’t offer paid maternity leave.
I’m really struggling handling the symptoms and maintaining my full time job. Thinking about looking for a part time job to have more time to myself through the pregnancy since I won’t be getting a paid leave anyways, but lost on where to start looking. Any recommendations?

Hi Guys, Can anyone please let me know yearly hike/ promotion hike percentage in Wipro. Also do we get any furniture Allowances or any joining kit or any other perks from Wipro?

- Thanks in Advance.

Can someone please suggest me a good course on Salesforce?

I am a starter and have zero knowledge about Salesforce

Anyone know what ASUG Talent Hub is using to source consultants?

Hi, received an offer from another Big4 in Amsterdam (currently working in Eastern Europe), but relocating, I’m concerned about potential layoffs in the coming period being the last to join the team.

Are there private equity’s or hedge funds in NYC that will sponsor/transfer H1-B for positions such as Fund Accountants or Senior Fund Accountants?

Any recommendations on apartments or condos for a new grad working in consulting?

Thanks!

Trying to stay under $2k/month

I am having around 11 YoE in SAP and expecting an offer from PwC SDC. Few queries:

1. What is the designation I should negotiate for in PwC considering 11 YoE in SAP.

2. My current CTC is 23 LPA. How much hike should I ask for?

Hi Techies,

Mat I know thr VP ratio in BNP paribas? Anyone got recent offer? I'm hearing it's aggressive. Ty.

Anyone here ever worked for Ross Dress for Less as a store manager and is or has been a store manager would love to connect!

Any women on here living in Jubilee hills?
It's urgent

Let’s breathe some life into this bowl.

What is the tech stack at your agency and what do you use it for? Any interesting projects or just nothing worthy of mentioning?

How do you improve critical thinking skills? If a manager tells you this, how do you respond and how do you get better?

Hi everyone,

Software test automation engineer 4.5 yoe

I have got 2 offers -
Emerson export engineering - 15L fixed + 1.6 variable
Wolters Kluwer - 15L fixed + 10% bonus + 1L joining bonus

Which one is better and which should i join. Emerson is calling to office from 1st days and wolters kluwer have agreed for few months of work from home.

Any advice would be appreciated.

are you using influencer content across paid social/progrmmatic? if so, what type of ROI have you seen? better than non-influencer content?

Is it a bad idea to leave tech and try something else if I want to go back to tech eventually? For context I have the opportunity to move to London and pivot into a new field for me but the job is at an agency. I know I’d want to eventually go back to tech but paranoid it’ll be more difficult - thoughts?

For remote folks: am I more likely to find a remote role that allows me to move around multiple times during my tenure at a big FAANG-like company, or a startup? what are things I should look out for in my search?

Notice there are so many people with debate experience in consulting. Kinda impressed. Any highly recommended books related to debate or communication in general?

Honest question here-hw do I work better with Indians who come over frm India(on-site) to client?My patience with them is at an all time low since they jst dnt gt the methodology & hate owning anythng

Anyone ever heard of/worked with PPT Consulting?

Why are TSA agents still working? Anyone else think that the government shutting down should have real consequences for the private sector as well? Otherwise we’ll see more of the same from the govt

How does your firm measure utilization? I work for a small boutique that defines it as utilization = number of billable hours/2,080 and full bonus payout occurs at 80% plus.

Any book recommendations? Preferably shorter < 300

Layoffs at Walmart corporate 😬😬

Supposed to find out if I got the job by yesterday or today - according to the recruiter - not hearing back yet, so I totally didn’t get it — fack lol aww well!

Dear People on Red Eyes,

Best travel blankets and pillows? I’m wearing sweats, thick socks, etc. and still so cold. Any tips to deal with west-to-east coast time difference?

Sincerely,
Exhausted

Any book recommendations for philosophy, psychology, and business? Or any book you read last year changed your values? Going to fly international, gonna read it on flight. 😍

Interviewing as an experienced staff in KPMG’s financial management (MC) group. Can’t seem to find people who work in that group to get a good picture of what to expect. Any info is helpful, thanks.

Anyone got a million frequent flier miles in there Consultant career? What did you do to celebrate?

Going from government consulting to commercial healthcare... thoughts?

🐠 Fam - What’s a good whiteboard solution for my home office? What do you use and from where do I get it? Thanks!

Alright 🐠, I need help surviving.
I’m in my early 20s, avoid unhealthy foods, and get 7 hours of sleep. BUT by 2pm, I’m already falling asleep.
I’ve tried tea, coffee, etc.
What has worked for you?

Can I use my MBA loan to pay for my monthly condo mortgage? Probably heading to Georgetown and want to buy a condo in northern va area. Would just pay mortgage instead of rent using the MBA loan $

Looking to improve general communication skills (especially around structuring narrative/ key messages), any books/courses that you would recommend?

Men's fashion enthusiasts, I'm looking for a new brand of suits since my go to brand is not as plentiful as it used to be. I usually try to scoop up a Hugo Boss on clearance. Any other suggestions?