Landed in DTW - and now get told I need to be in NYC... so off we go..... zero status on AA :(

Any fellow fishbowl consultants staying at the Beverly Hilton and up for a drink or two?

Dammit. Missed my first class upgrade just by one number in the Waiting list!

Hi fish,
Planning a trip to Thailand for 1-2 weeks next February. Suggestions on where to stay (cities, parts of town, specific hotels), activities, where to fly into etc. Thank you!

Cancelled flight this evening, called the AA folks and they said it was mechanical and to check with the local agent for hotel/meal. Local agent says it's weather, I booked a night to just get CONT.

My flight is at 6:45am tomorrow Im in the north end - will uber/lyft be available at this time??

Staying a weekend in October in Salt Lake for the first time. Is it worth dropping more points to stay downtown or save some by staying on the outskirts?

98 almost 99k base salary in San Diego, CA not including the bonuses or OT… is this too low or reasonable?

Recos for a vacation with my SO in mid-novemember. Thinking of hikes or any other outdoor activities (minus skiing). Can take a flight fwiw. Thank you

How is FTI san francisco?

I currently hold a bachelor in accounting and I am looking into transition to the Cybersecurity world. I have an interest in working with the banks doing penetration testing.

Can anyone recommend a Tech Bootcamps in the ATL or Metro Atlanta Area

How can I get started ?

I have just immigrated to worth, Illinois from the Middle East. I have 6+ years of experience (proofed by a certificate) from Four Seasons Hotel Amman. Can anyone recommend a 5 stars hotel with front desk supervisor vacancy?

Long weekend to Nashville. Any tips and must-sees?

Hii! Looking for compensation range for a mid level researcher in San Diego, California!
Do all companies provide a sign in bonus? What’s that like?

Hi, looking for an independent non union director who has green screen experience and can direct improv talent, shooting early Dec in San Fran, thank you!

People at EY not use the corporate card? The expense system is horrible. But might not be worth using my Marriott card...

Going to visiting Vancouver to take a break from Toronto. Recos welcome for Vancouver area/Vancouver Island, or if anyone is down to meet up. Also if there are any meetup groups for hiking! Thanks

How feasible is it to transition out of compliance into legal practice?

Is 628 actually the area code for SF? Or people don’t know it and won’t answer a phone number that starts with this area code?

Has anyone worked at CFGI? How does the work life look like? I’m potentially pursuing an opportunity and any insight is very much appreciated!

Hi Folks ,
I got offer from Thoughtworks and Allstate with almost same compensation .Which one is good in terms of WLB , learning and Job Security ?

Hi all,

I need genuine advise if anyone has faced this.

How does BGV happen if one of the previous company has shut down & there is no contact with it's HR or any of the previous employees?

Does MNC's like Wipro revoke the offer in case BGC fails due to above reason?

I get credit alerts from Experian/ TU & was told two email addresses were found on the dark web. Have been hit w fraudulent charges in FL via Chipotle app; rec'd email that said sender knew my password (was partially correct) & was going to send nude pics of me to my contacts; rec'd email from Best Buy about my email being used to reset my pword (don't have BB acct) & today was notified of a declined transaction in Canada (I'm in TX). Besides changing pwords/ replacing cards what should I do?

Have an acquaintance who is a single mom; she purchased a used car 3 mos ago. Six wks later her 17yo wrecked it, air bags deployed, and estimates have ranged between $10-$18k in needed repairs while $21k is still owed. Acquaintance was switching insurance policies and flubbed the coverage dates and there were a few days where the vehicle was uninsured. No GAP insurance. I'm not seeing many options for her besides to continue pmts, fixing just enough to drive or voluntary repo. Thoughts?

Both me and my wife maxed out company match on 401K but are below the annual limit. What are our options now to take full advantage of the annual limit? Neither of us qualify for Roth IRA.

If you get a very uncompetitive offer from a company and you counter, and they decline every element of your counteroffer what does it say about the company in your opinion? Would you still take the opportunity?

Any know the salary for a senior solution analyst at BCG in the Chicago area? Glassdoor doesn’t have that job title listed, surprisingly.

I do things (late nights/weekends) that I don't think my managers/partner knows about since everything is running well - directly correlated with elected hours spent. Is it weird to bring this up?

Anyone need help with content? I can help create marketing content, eCommerce product shots & user-generated content (UGC) videos to run as ads.

Don’t hesitate to reach out !

What happens in case your GC I-140 is approved with current employer and new employer don’t start GC process?

As black attorneys, what traumas do you think are unique to us?

Looking to relocate to Charlotte NC from California. Current firm no foothold in NC. Not ready to transition to industry (public sector). Anyone willing to connect on opportunities at your firm?

How much siemens offer to a c++ developer with 4 years of experience?

can i get 11 hearts to post in other bowls

Accenture folks, seeing lots of news about layoffs at other firms here. Are we in the same situation?

Have any of you worked with team members / managers who take your work and sell it on, like it’s theirs to the broader stakeholders. How do you navigate around that?

Currently out on parental leave and will be putting in my notice. How much notice period should I give? Concerned to give 2 weeks as i might be asked to leave next day due to already out on parental leave. Thoughts?

What are some movie quotes that you use regularly at the office that you wish all your coworkers knew?

CAIA vs CFA?

Why is the US better for high-performers than other countries? Which opportunities I can find here?

I feel stuck as a Strategy Manager and want to make a career pivot at 35. But have no idea what i should do? Any suggestions, resources or books that I should read to help with my existential mid thirties crisis? I have experience in technology consulting, corporate strategy, freelance consulting and law. Do I go back to being an Attorney, or do I retrain and become a financial advisor or something else?

Any fellow fishbowl consultants staying at the Beverly Hilton and up for a drink or two?

M2 NYC metro area working in healthcare consulting base around $131K low for an M2 in a high COL or market? No MBA, but want to pursue in the next 2 years to pivot to working in health strategy.

I find myself struggling the explain things with the same eloquence as my colleagues. How can I improve my consulting speak? Any recommended books?

What are the best books on sales as it relates to consulting?

Dammit. Missed my first class upgrade just by one number in the Waiting list!

H1b 🐠 - about to apply for my extension. For the first time, I was told that I need to be aware of the 60 day threshold on out of home office travel and that the new administration is enforcing...

I'm an introverted person, like to keep to myself, focus on work, spend the rest of my time on family, gym etc. I've been told that I need to work on my communication and client relationship building skills. any books I can read? I don't follow pop. culture anymore, no longer actively follow team sports (but sporty myself) as I consider it bread and circus for the masses and don't rly enjoy work drinks... Am I doomed? Personally I am happy and love the work but fear for my career progression.

Know this may be a long shot in terms of actual responses but:
@PPMDs, what are your thoughts on the current/impending COVID specific layoffs at your firm?

E.G. Glad for the opportunity to reduce the headcount of mid performing SMs with little/no chance of making PPMD? Sad to see a firm you’re a part of undergo such unforeseen circumstances?

Being an adult is overrated

Anyone have any recs for self help books? Looking for more relatable topics to myself I guess?

Chicago peers! $1250 for 1B1B, 650 sq ft, comes with utilities, Gold Coast. Overpaying?