I’ve thought about starting a podcast for vets & I’m wondering if anyone here has any favorites. I’d like to share encouragement, discuss mental health challenges, and talk about finding fulfillment and joy post-military service. Would this be interesting? Anything else that could make it better?

Wine or ice cream for dinner?

AirPods or Bose QC35?

May or may not lead to an interesting debate - Is the AP Royal Oak a sports watch? Why or why not?

What’s your theme song? The song that helps you get your head in the game when you have a big hearing or meeting

I have a lot of mindless closing binder assembly today so I’ve been watching Restrepo and Korengal in the background. It.... really puts things in perspective. I feel like such a baby for complaining about long hours or stressing over emails.

Anyone pack their lunch and if so what do you pack??

What is your favorite VICE documentary?

Where are my fellow less-advanced islanders? I feel like I play a lot (~1hr/day) but wow reading what everyone else is doing I realize I’m slow in comparison!

Anyone online now that’s on a Southern Hemisphere island? Would like to just fish for a few minutes to see what different fish I can get.

What “self help” books are you guys reading? I just read Untamed by Glennon Doyle and wow, I want to start from the beginning again, but feel like I should read something else. Would love any suggestions.

Anyone got extra tickets to worlds or is going?

What are some of your favorite science podcasts to listen to?

How are you all getting wine/beer during this time?

Anyone up for Kartikeya 2 movie (Pune)?

So I finally got around to watching the Bear. Thoughts? They did get the frantic element right and the little details. But my family at Thanksgiving all seemed to think it was basically a documentary

What are some good restaurants with outdoor space that is heated in the winter?

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Anyone playing and need fruit, wood, or eggs? Missing oranges and cherries but can help you with others + bamboo.

Any consultants grounded in Chicago this week? down for happy hour at the Westin ORD?

Over the last couple of months I’ve interviewed for a number of jobs and made it to second and third round interviews but never got an offer. My last interview was on Monday and I got feedback that I did not get selected because it did not seem like I was a a team player. Ive got three interviews coming up and l am wondering how I can improve my chances of getting an offer. Any ideas are welcome. I need a new job like yesterday.

Any Publicis PMs go to TBWA\Chiat\Day LA? How was your experience with that transition?

Any of you guys using Agile Sigma(c) Methodology?

After how many days Legato rolls the offer letter after completion of HR for experienced candidates

Hello Fishes, can somebody help me understand the pay range for Senior manager. In discussion with HR for SAP role. HR is not disclosing the pay range and giving only 10 percent hike.

I've seen a couple posts about unionizing, anyone know anything about the potential Kaiser strike in early October? Saw online that they're already hiring for scabs, $3400-$5950 + housing, travel transportation, and per diem. And this is for techs!!!

How long before joining do we get on boarding mail?

Hi, I'm working with the EY UK in finance transformation consulting. Wanted to ask, how feasible is it to get a gig with the US firm? Since consulting has many opportunities across the pond, wanted to gain US experience as well.

Anyone interviewing with Simon Kucher for healthcare? Let’s chat!

Hello! just got an offer from Amazon for Global Product Marketing Manager for PAE (payments).
TC: $223k for 1st year (156k base, $64k sign on for 1st year and $50k for second year, with 46 shares - vesting 5% on 1st year anniversary, 15% on 2nd year and 20% every 6months on 3rd and 4th year).
I understand this is a L6 role and would like to understand where I am in the total comp range (from a %) and what is the max this role and level and pay (given that I understand next salary jump to L7. Tx!

Any companies hiring for technical recruiters?

I have 4+ yrs of experience and looking for something immediately.

#MAIPSummit2020:
How do you deal with layoffs?
-for those now suddenly unemployed, and
-for those who didn't get laid off but are now dealing with a bleak looking workplace

Are there any virtual teaching positions in Michigan that pay into the MI retirement system (ORS) for educators? I have 4.5 years until I can retire and due to my health may not be able to be in person. All of the jobs I have seen only offer 401Ks. Thanks for your help.

“I must honestly confess that I go through moments of disappointment when I have to recognize that there aren’t enough white persons in our country who are willing to cherish democratic principles over privilege. But I am grateful to God that some are left.” This quote is from MLK in 1968 about how he sensed the movement was losing the battle for the soul of the nation.

Anyone find it cute when your co-workers get excited about establishing a "war room"?

How’s everyone doing?

Colleagues, if any of you are interested in helping severely disabled combat veterans get homes adapted for their disabilities, let me know. My wife recently started working for former NFL linebacker Jared Allen and his foundation. We're trying to figure out how to leverage the power of the big consulting firms to help our brothers and sisters in need.

Anyone use a lawyer to get increased disability? If so, any recommendations?

Any veterans here still serving in the Reserve? Drill Hall is a new bowl here.

Anyone has done state OCS, which is 18 months long and has any insights to share?

PwC'ers. How much am I looking at for healthcare for myself, my wife, and toddler?

I start in a week, haven't seen figures yet.

For those of you who got out at 10, do you wish that you rode it out to 20? I’m at a crossroad and I’m not sure what to do. Have some active/reserve time, wrapping up graduate school, and am now considering either a) come back to the business world or b) go active and retire before 50 and live off a nice pension. Obviously there are draws to both. I’m an officer for what it’s worth so I can realistically retire at O-5, MAYBE O-6.

What is the present value of a government pension? How does one calculate it? Trying to get a sense of weather it's worth moving over to Federal.

I am a traditional reservist so I never really used military benefits before, but could use advice here.

I am currently renting and my lease is not up until October 2021, however I found a good deal on a home and scheduled to close in June 2021.

My landlord will not work with me to end the lease early, so it looks like I will have to double up on rent and mortgage through the summer.

If I went on active duty orders, can I use those orders to break my lease early without penalty?

Fam, planning to sign up for AASLT as my AT this summer. Ngl, not in best shape currently. How hard is it? How much prep would you recommend?

How does First Advantage verify current military service during the BI? Curious if they have access to medical records or full personnel file

Do I go for a promotion even though I’m being told it isn’t a home run? Is there a backlash/ detriment to declaring for one and not receiving? Would I be wasting folk’s time? This is my first run at a promotion outside the Army.

I got a job offer at GSA in Washington DC for their pathway program from GS9-GS12. I currently work in a private company and wanted to switch to federal government. The reason I wanted to switch is to get good person for my family because I'm still in the Reserve and would be able to buy time for my retirement. My wife doesn't why I'm leaving the private company. I bought my house in Iowa and I live my family. Just need advice. Thanks

Hey All. Anyone here knows if there’s a minimum employment period before PwC’s military leave policy (differential pay) kicks in? Will be doing National Guard basic training soon, but haven’t been with the company for a year. Thanks in advance.

Any Navy Nukes in this bowl?

SO said he couldn’t receive letters during Ranger School, but finding info online that I can send. Any insight? Maybe he doesn’t want the distraction?

How much do you put into TSP?

My SSBI experience expires next year May, and my investigation is is in adjudication process. What happened my result don’t come back before my investigation expires?