Just starting work out of college .. but what do people typically wear into the office? Dresses or more shirt+pants? And heels or flats? Thanks!

Got approached by a recruiter for the first time!!! Don’t know why I’ve got my panties in a bunch and I’m super excited haha

What to do when you have a crush on your team lead?

How long is it sustainable to talk to someone without meeting in person due to covid? I find myself getting bored because the meeting in person is what determines whether we actually vibe.

About to start back in consulting and my IVF cycle is kicking off as well. How would you recommend broaching the topic with the lead office partner?

There’s no reason you have to put up with a job you hate. I spent many years working in a toxic environment with a boss who gossiped and lead through fear. He wasn’t really much of a leader but basically a foreman. And he could make my existence miserable. I admit that it wasn’t easy to find another job but the bottom line is: trust your guts. If you feel something is wrong it’s because it probably is. Don’t second guess yourself. Look for options and and fight for your mental health.

Saw someone on my team floss their teeth with their own hair in the bathroom like it was normal & i was stunned. Is this seriously a thing? please tell me it’s not…

Left PA and started industry remotely. Haven’t been in the office. Met my team one time. Tips are to always be on video for even the smallest of calls. Take a ridiculous amount of notes. In downtime, go through your notes and come up with questions by reperforming old work. Set up recurring question sessions with your team so you know what to do next time. Set up performance meetings even monthly because it’s hard to get a gauge on your performance

Is anyone willing to share tips on avoiding burnout and setting boundaries with their executives? I have six people on my desk and am finding it difficult to stay motivated and continue giving everyone the same level of support.

Do you tell your boss you’re going through a breakup? I’m phoning it in and obviously going to be camera off for awhile.

Ex consultant, currently in industry. BCG HR contacted me for a role, process was a lil messy and unprofessional. Still waiting for the “exploratory chat” she was supposed to set up with the MDP since 2 weeks ago. Texted on whatsapp but no response. Normal?

I've received a feedback of being too honest, and too personable which could potentially damage my work reputation (haven't yet). It made me feel personally attacked. Is this a real thing?

What to do when your peer asks you to do his job for him?

I think I’m about to get my first experience of getting in trouble with a partner for work that I actually already sent for review and followed up on multiple times (and brought up during calls). Stay tuned… 😑

Could someone please suggest how to handle this situation?
My manager (Technology Director) sees me as an emerging thread to his position and stopped sharing details / trying to avoid including me in visible projects etc.,
FYI - His manager is the division head and Managing Director.
Why I think my manager tries to move me out?
- I am 18 YOE with a technically strong background
- Upper mgmt is starting to identify me as the backup for all systems. My manager tries to move me out since then

I lashed out emotionally at work recently as of result of a lot pent up frustration. In short I accused those around me of personally attacking me. And I am worried I will loose my job as of result.

Happy Halloween! Who says Financial Professionals are not creative? Share what you dressed up as for work today?

Ladies, what heels / brands do you recommend for work? Looking for shoes I can walk around in (mostly) comfortably

How to manage up to a mAcromanager?

I deeply respect him—he is why I decided to stick with the company. I felt like I found my Gandalf/Yoda/Teacher. I appreciate his mngmnt style—lots of freedom and opportunity for discovery. But sometimes, it feels like he doesn’t care and gets exhausted by conversations around growth. I know when he is frustrated with my Qs cuz he’ll start giving my short answers. And that’s whenever I try to get objectives for a projects out of him. What do I do lol?

Hi there

I am in need of some serious advice. I have been continuously harassed, ridiculed and spoken down to by a coworker who’s now even “threatened” to get me fired etc. We do not have an HR department and the only manager I can go to is also mistreated and not taken seriously. What do I do? I’m terrified.

Who is Ekaterina K?

Any guys out there shave or trim their leg hair? Ladies - thoughts?

Hi guys, please help me get to 11 likes. I hold 3 years of experience as an python Flask + Vue.js + MySql web developer.Please do suggest any relevant jobs.

I’m excited for my wedding but it’s almost 9 months away and I started planning it over a year ago. However, whenever I’m around friends/family it’s the only thing people want to talk to me about. It’s constant and generally there’s not many updates to give & I’d just rather talk about other things. I work full time & I’m in school right now so I’m stressed about those things and I don’t know how to communicate that I’d just rather not talk about the wedding without sounding ungrateful/happy

Is secondment provided to newly hired managers?

If you freelance at one spot for a while but switch to a new location for a higher rate even though the original wanted to extend you, is that considered burning a bridge? Or can you go back later?

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?

Is anyone in this group a K-2 VE teacher in Florida?

I want to buy a new home and then sell my current home after we are moved out. Current home is a VA loan, is there any way to buy the second house on a VA loan?

Has anyone ever received an "interest check" from the property management company at your apartment building? I received a check for $.35 and I am really confused. The property management offices are closed this weekend but I plan to call on Monday. I mean sure I'll take these few pennies but also can't help but think what is the catch here lol these luxury bldgs usually take my money -not give me money.

HCL -
Fix -   1,156,500
Variable - 107,200
Total CTC - 1,340,006

EXL -
Fix - 1,100,000
Var - 1,650,000
CTC - 1,345,000 + 50 K Joining bonus.

Which offer is good and which company should i join.

What should be my expected CTC with 5 yoe in Data Science and Machine Learning.
current CTC - 10.5 lpa

My current position offered me more money. How do I ask the job I just accepted to match?

Any recommendations on offline coding bootcamp in US?

Next week I’m having my first lateral interview as a junior associate. I’m very nervous because the group with whom I’m interviewing works with life science/tech clients and the attorneys have strong science/tech backgrounds; and I do not. However, I am very, very interested in transitioning to this practice. And I reaaally want this job because it’s at my dream firm. How would you recommend preparing for the lateral interview?

Where’s everyone partying tonight 💃🏻

So, what’s going on this weekend, fishies?

Took content knowledge praxis for the 4th time today and missed by 2 points for NJ standard. Does anyone have any study tips? I want to give up but I don’t. It’s just very frustrating! Help please!

What do bankers in SF wear these days? Visiting next week (I’m female) and want to know the vibe. Shoes especially….

Loafers with a suit? With dress pants/dress shirt/no jacket?

Any brand/model recommendations for stylish and functional thermos bottles?

Recommendation sought for a nice red coloured dress for the holiday season and parties! (Already got my stiletto) TIA!

I lost a lot of weight and have been getting in shape. Where can I buy dress shirts that will fit an athletic cut? (40 shoulders, 30 waist, 15 neck, 10 inch drop)

Is there anything not masculine about pop sockets? I love them since I don’t like cases and it helps grip the phone on the train and jogging. Plus I love using it as a stand. However, I don’t really see other guys using them.

All - what do you guys tip on a haircut? I have two places I go to one charges 25 and just an average cut. While the other is $50 but they wash hairs and all.

What’s the best Black Friday deal that you’re eyeing?!

Inspo for men’s glasses shapes and places to buy em? I’ve had a pair of warby Parker Percey Wides since 2019 and want to buy two new different pairs before the end of the year when insurance runs out lol

Best loafers bang for buck & quality? Let’s specify heel/flat and color

Everyone is focused on the exteriors but now I’m in the market for something very fundamental. Briefs, boxers or something else entirely. What’s everyone wearing?

Recommendations for lightweight low maintenance versatile blazer?

Has anybody used the ebags professional flight laptop bag? Looks functional for work trips to be big enough but not too big Thoughts?

I like brown shoes with my suits. I would only wear black shoes if I'm wearing a black or super dark almost black suit. Black shoes look stuffy to me. I try to avoid wearing them. Anyone else feel this way?

Men’s loafer recommendations without shelling out $600+ for Gucci?

Just bought 3 suits from suit supply sale. Not bad at all for spending only 800

Bit loafers with a suit? Yay or nay

Best barber shop in the West Village?

Anyone have experience with trunk shows for shirts and suits?

I have the shoulder to waist ratio of a dorito (you can pick the orientation) and no off-the-rack or MTM brand fits me. Gonna try bespoke (the SEA tailors seem really great value).

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