Is at-will contracts the standard in the US? California. Are there any opportunities to have a non at-will contract? We just moved countries and I got a few great offers, but was wondering if there’s negotiation room for non-at-will contracts? Thank you!

It is in appropriate to ask what the compensation for a position is after a first interview if they want you to go on three more and the interviewers on my first told me that was above their pay grade to tell me?????

Seems kind of ridiculous for a business to want to waste so much time to find out after a handful of interviews that the pay isnt aligned with my needs ......

I can see in biglaw not bringing up knowing damn well if you get an offer itll likely be high, but this is a midsize

I'm in a litigation, about 9 months in. Is it normal that I spend majority of my time making bundles for my partners (printing, binding, moving docs in a different order whenever there are new documents or he wants to add stuff) reviewing documents and making tables (e.g. dates, which documents are from where), and the only legal work is like notices of admission, list of documents, the occasional research? I'm so bored and I want to quit but I don't know if I have unrealistic expectations.

Does anyone have a drink or two while working late some nights? I’ve gotten into the habit of having a glass of scotch on a Thursday or Friday night while working. Not saying it’s a bad thing, just curious if others do it.

Bit of a niche topic: I’ve been in TS/SCI processing for a Science/Tech/Weapons analyst position with the CIA for 3 yrs since I finished grad school in chemistry, but CIA positions are sort of set it and forget it since they can take so long. I’ve since been focused on a Patent Attorney track and am with a firm that will support me taking the patent bar/law school. If I get through processing and go to the CIA for some time, do you think would I be accepted back into patent law later on?

What’s the most entertaining (in a good or bad way) thing you’ve ever witnessed at a firm outing or holiday party?

What’s average salary in ID firm mid size (NY) about 350 attorneys ? Class of 2019 but was in public sector (criminal law) for 2 years! 2000 billable hours minimum

What is your 5 year plan?

"Can you make it feel more like blueberries taste?" ACCOUNT TO CREATIVE

Hi Fishes.
I am an engineer plus MBA. Senior Associate 2. Have around 8 years of experience after MBA. What is salary range offered in pwc ac for this skillset for Dynamics 365 CE? I am expecting 1st hike now, so want to analysis if the hike keeps me in high range available in pwc ac.
Thanks in advance.

Best and worst industries you've consulted in? Been reading Michael Porter

Question for yall. How likely is an offer once a company decides to do a reference check? I know I am in the final 2, from context clues in interviews. I just dont want to get my hopes up.

I’m in SF but nervous to officially come out to my friends even though I’m sure they all know/assume anyway. :(

She doesn't know the real reason why I'm lukewarm about kids: I don't think she's matured enough. I'm trying to plan for retirement and a house, but all she wants is her next overseas vacation

Hey peeps. How do y’all deal with in laws that think they have the right to see your kid basically on demand. It’s my parents actually, not my wife’s. I’m about to give them an ultimatum......

Those still planning on getting married in the middle of a pandemic: do you realize you may cause deaths bc of a party?

For those with successful second marriages, what advice do you have for someone recently divorced (1st marriage)?

Anyone have any car rental hacks to get something other than a compact to show as a compact on the receipt? Traveling on federally reimbursable funds, so need to show a compact car. But hoping to get something nicer but not get flagged by the Bean Counters. Thanks!

Fish who left cyber at deloitte - how much of a increase did you leave for?

Thinking of going on a sabbatical and using the time to dust off resume, get certs and find a new position.Anyone else recommend this? Currently being distracted by billable work that adds 0 to resume

Is google still hiring? I see some transitions from D to Google but wonder whether I should apply or sit tight?

Hi all! Anyone willing to refer my wife to a big4? Ex. Deloitte, EY, KPMG…

She’s not enjoying her time at Amazon and looking to switch out as there’s no opportunities to move within. Currently she’s in QA. She has about a year of experience in IT coming from a background in Education. TIA!

Any good tech/faang type business jobs in Chicago hiring? At B4 now

🤔 Recently got a random LinkedIn recruiting message from someone at Improbable looking for data science people in DC area... thoughts?

Leaving my current gig at the end of the week and will need to payback $20k in a signing bonus. Curious if any fish have been successful in asking for some sort of payment plan on this repayment?

Making 105k base in DC, what is a fair salary to ask for from an NYC mid-sized startup that would take into account the HCOL, risk of a new job, and the new responsibilities?

What are the pros and cons for working at your consulting firm? (salary, benefits, culture, growth opportunities, international projects , etc). Trying to figure out where I might want to go next.

Those who moved or are considering moving from a Big 4’s Cybersecurity practice to Industry, what roles/teams did/would you move into?

Have a good opportunity to contract at least for an year. I worked my way up over the years - so a bit scared about giving up the Director position for a contract position.

I’ve been seeing a lot of product roles lately and I’m just wondering if this was a good path to pursue (In terms of career growth, salary, etc.) I’ve working as a data analyst and am thinking of trying something else but I’m not sure what types of roles are really out there.

How can I get into a single manager hedge fund? NYC or Chicago based

Any insight into finance manager role at Microsoft? Total comp, growth opportunities, WLB?

How does LinkedIn rank among the tech exit opps? Is it a step above or below Amazon? Compared to other FANG?

Corporate strategy roles - which industry is "best" (from resume/career progression POV)?

If you’re in the final stages of interviewing with multiple companies at the same time and they inquire about other offers and interviews, should you tell them? Obviously not who the other company is but at least that you’re interviewing / expecting another offer?

Looking for best WFH setup ideas! Share what worked best for you pls!