I’ve given up on buying a house and decided to rent an apartment with my fiancé. Any advice on apartment searching? Any tips? Thinking of at least a 2 bedroom 2 bathroom since we both work from home.

I just got a new job offer (3.5 YOE, strategy at late stage startup) for $125,000, sweet benefits, and $60k stock options.

I already notice that I want more despite not even receiving one paycheck. Previously made $85k.

Why am I like this?

I’ve been a freelance print production designer for many years, and usually on-site in the before times. Now I work remote, and am finding it uneasy dealing with billing. Before I always billed hourly, which made sense, but it’s becoming an issue now. Some companies don’t have a full days’ work, so it seems wrong to bill full days, and it allows me to juggle projects for different companies, but my billable hours are down. I know I should bill a daily rate, but not sure that will fly. Thoughts?

Seeking feedback on GAP insurance. I had a family member who purchased a car in June or July. They were in an accident last week and it sounds like the car will be declared a total loss. Never dealt with this before, so wanted to ask if anyone has ever had an instance where the insurance didn't cover the outstanding balance of the loan and the insured then owed money? Car was $35k, $7k down, finance $28k. Gap insurance is through lender, not auto insurer.

Just checked my credit score and it’s an 835. Is it possible to ever get an 850? If so how? (Know it’s not impacting any of my loans, just curious)

Come from a no money family & limited financial savvy. What’s an easy way to open and manage a personal investment fund so my savings makes me more money, similar to my Roth 401k. Thanks in advance!

I got dotnet lead oppertunity in luxoft banglore as remote from chennai,
Is luxoft has job safety? Anyone work there here?

What’s a good baseline amount to keep in a checking account? I generally keep mine pretty low <1000 after paying CCs then dump the rest in savings. As I’m building a rainy day fund and then I will start contributing my brokerage account.

For reference <1 year experience at $4500/month (after taxes and 401k contribution)

Anyone from tax can help me on some tax related queries.

Q1-Can I claim LTA and LTA cash voucher both for the current Block?
Q2- In LTA cash voucher scheme i have a total expenditure of only 50K approx so how much can i get as saving for Tax?
Q3 How the above 2 can be claimed during ITR filing?

I have more Questions but if we get replies on these we can discuss further.
This can help everyone

How common is it for a firm to contribute to an HSA on an employee’s behalf, and what is the largest contribution you’ve seen that an employer gives?

Is anyone familiar with McKenna Capital? I’m interested in investing in a real estate syndicate and McKenna looks compelling. Hard to tell if they are legit or potential scam?

Does 401k count as savings?

Finished Stern interview and think I have a good shot of getting in. Trying to determine if 200k is worth it for an EMBA? The debt scares the shit out of me. Thoughts?

Hello Fishes,

I have joined hcl on 24 th sep 2021 and my last working day here is 18th May 2022.
Today I received my provisional full and final settlement and the payable amount is negative -11454. They are recovering the full AMPB amount which I got from September months.
I have heard from this platform only that hcl stopped the recovery police but still I got the negative fnf.

I recently made the switch to a fully remote Sr IA role. As a new hire, my manager asked me to come up with some measurable and quantifiable performance goals for the next 6 months, as well as a stretch goal. Does anyone have any suggestions? I appreciate the help.

Start raising cash family. Take some profits. 4/14 3:51 est

Novartis is providing permanent WFH, is this true?

Hi everyone

Im yet to receive an offer from poland offer would be 22pln gross my Indian CTC is 17lpa base pay.could you suggest me poland will be good option to choose if so how much can I save in poland .i will be moving with my wife and a kid .my wife will also look for job not immediately.

After everyone gets vaccinated, thinking of starting a desi singles meet up. Details will be shared later. Who’s in?

What is the base pay for Senior manager in Accenture ?

What careers pay the best in the Uk?

What is the deal with people listening to videos and music on their phones, WITHOUT HEADPHONES, in public spaces?? I’ve seen a huge uptick in this on trains, the tube, in coffee shops, etc. Is this really how self-centered we’ve become? Did people forget that they need to behave differently when around others vs in lockdown at home? Wtf

What is the audit senior manager salary in bay area. I am third year senior manager of that help.

Work at PwC in Risk Assurance, looking at Deloitte in NYC. Hard to compare cross-market and in different companies, but what’s the salary band for D C/SC in NYC?

Will there be layoffs at grip/dentsu? just saw that they’re folding the Grip agency brand 👀

Anyone have advice for a first year about to start? Things you wish you did, things you wish you didn’t do?

I hate being an attorney. How do I get out.

Next year I am going to complete EMBA from KREA University in Operation, Having 9yr experience in Accounts, IR&Admin in one of leading Construction MNC, my current CTC 9 LPA, How much salary can I expect if I want to join other organisation ?

Can anyone from fractal refer me for data analyst position? I have 1 year of experience along with 2 years of freelancing experience.

Looking to get involved in Federal work and/or Public Sector. Can anyone give me pointers? How did you get started? What level and firm?

Currently having a hard time finding an entry level help desk job, any tips or recommendations?

Hey fishes,

I've joined Amex in September, so just wanted to know whether I'll be eligible for appraisal, or should I confirm it with my director?
And if eligible, how much appraisal will I get ?

MBB folks on H1-B who recently switched to FAANG - did you run into any issues with visa transfer? My transfer has been filed and I’m a bit nervous about USCIS’ perception of consultants and the current sentiment around H1-B visas.

Looking for referrals at MBB/S&/OW/Kearney in their Dubai/Doha/Riyadh offices for my sister since she can’t join Fishbowl. She graduated from top Canadian uni (UofT/McGill/UBC), grew up in ME and has an impressive academic background and work experience. Happy to connect with her directly.

Struggling with a decision. Just started a new role with good manager and WLB within healthcare technology. But another large tech firm/cloud/software reached out and willing to pay 20% more. Not sure what the WLF is for this other role. Should I take the better paying role?

Hi All,
I've received an offer from LnT (29 LPA), is that good enough to resign now , considering my CCTC is 25.8.

Also, I'm almost 90 pc sure that i may be released within a week of resignation as my project contract has not been renewed and we're in handover phase.

Could you guys please advise me, as to what should be my course of action here? Should I resign and can I get better opportunities in the next 1 month?

Skillset: SAP SD
YoE: 9+

Google users! What are some of your favorite apps/extensions and add-ons for G Suite for Education products?
I LOVE -Draftback, -Screencastify, -Form Publisher, -Share to Classroom

What has been your average % raise on a non-promo year over the course of your career?

Just hit diamond with Hilton! Garçon, your freshest bottle of grey poupon your most average of rooms if you please, thank you. 💅

Has anyone left their firm at a critical point in the project lifecycle? Were your colleagues professional or hate you now?

There doesnt seem to be any non-awkward moments to exit o my projects

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

Anybody else taking midday/2pm naps?!? Not going to lie, those power naps are game changers!!!

Do any of the top consulting firms hire into the Engagement Manager level after an M7 (if they had manager experience elsewhere)? I know MBB probably doesn’t but what about other tier 2 firms after that - and asking for US or Canada

Question for ex-consultants: do you feel your work now in industry is more exciting than before? WLB aside, do you get bored from the lack of variety in your industry job? If not, what kind of flexibility to try different roles/projects do you have?

What’s with Pro and Conversation starter? Is 🐠 bowl the new FACEBOOK?

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. 😍

Why are people sending out emails on the weekend...? 🙄🙄🙄

What are the best data privacy certs to aim for? 4 year exp in cyber risk consulting. Want to move to a privacy related role outside the big 4. Should I go for the CDPSE or CIPP or CIPM?

EY fish - when you are laid off, is it immediate the day you're told or do you get a little warning?

Has Deloitte gotten laid off yet?

What is your favorite books on leadership/professional development and why?

Looking for some great recommendations! Thanks in advance!

Quick -- what is the limit Uncle D will except for charging dinner if you work more than 11 hours?

I have a consulting/PE interview on Friday, please recommend consulting books or sites to read. Need to speak consulting language

Booking personal delta flight. Is it worth paying for the extra economy? Waiting for my status match, are those with status not able to pick seat either?

Best computer Lenovo X1 or X?
For a partner so I don’t need all the horse power a consultant would but I still do a decent amount of excel.

Hi, anyone here willing to offer a referral to Amazon? Found a posting that matches my background and would really appreciate any help to get out of consulting 🙃

I don’t know about the rest of you but I don’t have enough room in my home for a full blown professional “looking” office. If these companies want to start chipping in on remodel expenses, I am listening. Otherwise, don’t worry about my kitchen table and kids running around the house. That’s what kids do!