Is COVID being used as a blanket statement across companies to cover discrimination...

If you’re trying to get pregnant, do you start avoiding certain foods/altering your diet/drink even BEFORE you do get pregos? My fear is that as we’re trying, I’ll get pregnant and realize that my diet/drinking wasn’t quite ideal. I read a few articles saying it’s not a big deal, but curious to hear your thoughts. TIA!

I am 5-week pregnant. I just realized I should avoid liver at all costs because of the high level of vitamin a in it. Many countries actually specifically advised against it. However, I had quite some liver in the last three weeks. Omg. What should I do! I am very worried my baby would have birth deficits.

Disclaimer: I know I should talk to a doctor and I’ve talked to 2. Looking for anecdotal info now. Anyone continuously testing negative even though they’re pretty sure they have Covid? I’m vaxxed and boosted and was exposed to someone for 30 min who now has Covid. I have a sore throat. Can’t imagine it’s anything other than Covid (although I spent the entire weekend outside getting cold so could be a head cold I suppose) but all 6 tests (PCR included) are negative. So weird

I am hesitant to book a CME conference during this COVID pandemic. However, I need to complete CME requirements soon.

Anybody still have children going to private school in person. Our 5 yo is in a Montessary where they had 3-4 COVID cases reported over the weekend. They are still keeping it open for now. We are wondering if we should send our kid. What are other parents doing?

Hey people, I’m looking to get some ergonomic tech for my new job , where they are giving me a MacBook Pro. Does anyone have suggestions for a mouse and an external keyboard? I have a set that I use for my current computer, which is a Lenovo thinkpad, but not sure it will be compatible. I have multiple herniated discs , so trying to be set with my wfh station before starting 🤞 I’m so excited for my role but my neck injury is a huge source of anxiety and discomfort for me

Audit Partners — Do you see longterm profitability of audit in general? Is it going to be worth being a partner, financially, given the risk you take on, in 10-15 years? With audit bids increasingly being driven way down by competition, & lower level resources demanding (much) higher pay than it was historically, I’m not convinced the partner track is still as enticing as it was pre-Covid. Seems like the job market/higher staff pay alone has GOT to be taking a huge cut into partner pay.

Has anyone told their workplace early that they’re pregnant? I have awful morning sickness and only 7 weeks in but had to throw up while on calls so feel like I should explain why I had to jump off without explanation but a bit nervous if something goes wrong that I’ll have to explain that not pregnant anymore…

I switched to a high-deductible health insurance plan and now Vyvanse costs me $280/month, and that's after the manufacturer's coupon 🧐🧐🧐

Anyone know where to find consistent, decent indoor pickup runs for basketball in the city? For post-covid obv, but wanted to start thinking about a gym that wouldn’t break the bank. Thanks!

Hi Fishes,

My colleague's younger sister is looking for a job as a fresher. She has recently graduated (B.com) and is pursuing US CMA. She's also done a couple of internships and is highly proactive and motivated. The family has been struggling to meet the ends specially due to Covid Pandemic.

Tried applying via Naukri and LinkedIn but there's hardly any response.
Can someone please refer her in their organization for a relevant role for a B.Com graduate. DM me for more details.

TIA

What's your favorite children's book to read to your kiddos regarding issues like COVID-19?

Anyone travel to India in the last month? Does anyone have plans to travel around December? Thoughts? Risks? I have to get a surgery done and I need to be home for that, so I have booked the tickets! Please share your experiences and any advice you may have. I have booked direct flights to avoid layovers.

Anyone familiar with Covid Supplemental Paid Sick Leave in CA? Does having planned time off nullify a full time employee’s ability to use the C19 sick leave if they become sick just prior to the planned time off? (I’ve only been able to find references to eligibility being based off of hours work preceding C19 sick leave - nothing about planned time off)

Life with covid-19. I dated someone for about two years. During that time she broke up with me four different times. Finally, I realized things were (cont)

What's your favorite BBQ / rib place in Boston? We've had amazing takeout from The Smoke Shop in the Seaport during Covid lockdown. The ribs are pure heaven and the chicken wings are also amazing. The only complaint is that they no longer have collard greens and they charge you for extra bbq sauce, which seems pretty chintzy when you're dropping $50-70 on food.

I’m trying to get my parents into adopting healthier eating habits but nothing is really sticking. Do you have any recommendations or like books I can give them to teach them what’s actually good to eat vs. falling for good marketing/ fads?

How to transition to feeling safe hanging out with friends and walking outside during covid crisis? Am high risk population but also in NYC where we seem to be on the other side of it all...

Folks with kids - what's your routine for cooking, gym, home chores etc. ? We have a 2.5 year old toddler and we struggle to cook food, drop off our kid in daycare and then cook dinner and find time for working out. I am curious how other working couples organize and manage cooking, home chores gym. I am recently diagnosed with ADHD and curious how others make it work while working full time. Thanks!

When did you know that the person you were with was The One?

Is it true crypto historically spikes in the summertime? Should I hold my litecoin?

Need some investment guidance. I've about 130k cash in my savings account, of which I want to invest about $75k. Was planning to buy a home earlier but delaying that decision by another year (hoping housing mkt normalizes by then). What are some investment options for me? (Leaning towards ETFs but want to hear more options)
TIA

I'm seriously thinking of changing companies and careers after almost 20 years. I do not dislike where I am. I have many great colleagues there, and know the inner workings quite well. I've had multiple different careers within it.

This is for those who have left a company after 10+ years. Why did you do it? Do you have any regrets? Are you happy with your decision?

Any tips for dealing with a short staffed FOH? At this point I'd be happy just to get a few people applying for openings

LOKB, fresh out the oven. They did incredibly well on LOKA and think they will pull a similar move

Hi, offer coming through from AWS - is there scope for negotiation with them, or is the offer just the offer?

Is 220k a good offer in Charlotte ( consulting)? SM level...?

Diggs or McLaurin? PPR.

I’ve been looking at these new home gym stocks. Peloton stocks shot up. And now new tech is coming out like Tonal and FightCamp. These haven’t IPOed or anything yet but I’d like to invest or look into it more. Do they have any parent companies? Who’s making their software / hardware (suppliers) ? Can I invest in them? Or where can I find this type of info?

What is the brand strategy team like at BGB group in NYC? Pros and cons?

Anyone know good companies in the area for healthcare consultant in a non travel role?

Looking to switch Big 4s for a pay bump. Any ideas for good responses when asked why I’m looking to leave?

Work is slow , I’m over sleeping 💤 so I’m just need get on a better schedule ?

Im a third year that applied for an L&E position with an AM100 firm. Didn’t graduate from a top 100 law school but I’ve had great experience working at top firms. Im requesting that I only come in to the office 2 days per week and do remote the remainder of the week (so I don’t have to move to the city and can just commute in those 2 days). Odds that I get the job?

Hew folks,

How is it like working as a consultant in the consulting business/service line? What are the kind of work you do and how is the wlb?

Please share you experiences!
Cheers!!

Anybody getting together to watch England-Germany tomorrow 9am PT? Ideally in/around Pasadena 😬

Wow, find a smart and wise MD, how to be part of his projects naturally, and not offensive to my practice lead? This is a cross team MD..

Managers: PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE EMAIL.

Would you travel early December international from the US with a toddler (1.5 years old).? Wife and I canceled the trip june/July. Our biggest fear is our baby's safety and we don't want to risk it. Anyone in a similar position or any helpful advice

Please recommend online resources/books to help understand the basics of investment and personal finance for a newbie. Based out of Canada, if applicable. Thank you!

Random thought: I’m someone who works hard and puts a lot of pressure on myself to do the best I can do. I almost think that because consulting is so goal/utilization/time focused it makes me feel ..

Looking for sleep aids for my dad (55+) - anything someone has personally tried that helps?
For context, he only sleeps 3-4 hours a night, wakes up very easily with the slightest of noise.. this has been the case since we lost both my grandparents 6-7 years ago

I can’t wait to log off today. Happy Friday!

What firm announces layoffs first?

was given a constructive feedback today for not being warm enough and not reaching out to network with other within the office.I'm just not a bubbly person comfortable with small talks :( Advice?

*Analysts talking in the cafe*

BA 1: “seriously, what is Deloitte good for these days??”

BA2: “Layoffs and Fight Club?”

BA1: “...Touché”

How badly have you fucked up with a client?

Not me but a former colleague (not in KPMG) once dropped a whole database - it was the only copy of that dataset. It was a miracle that we were forgiven.

What do you think about the EY Tech MBA?

Is it just me, or does the whole Myers-Briggs thing in the workplace sometimes feel like job astrology

What metrics do other firms use to measure performance of junior staff (for bonuses/promotion) -- client utilization, training completion, project performance, on time T&E reporting, etc.?

Anyone heard of the PE shop “Barton Partnership” ?

Currently working PT and doing grad school FT. Can I ask for a raise when I graduate since I’ll now have a master’s degree? Work it into year end convos? Or will it only earn me more if I jump?

What age did you start going grey or going bald (if you did at all)? I’m 22 and started going grey at 20 🙃

I saw a McKinsey pricing sheet online that had the weekly rate for 1 EM and 1 Associate/BA as 160K a week. EM+2 was 195K and EM+3 235K. Is this accurate? Hourly that’s like 2K per hour.

PwC 🐠, if I don’t have an MBA, but have a top ranked specialty masters degree, any chance I can get the MBA cohort comp?

Oh my gosh, stop saying hi to me every time you make a reply to the email thread, you already said hi 10 times