Let’s talk... Coronavirus. Who’s got a mask? 😷

Curious what firms are doing to keep people socializing during COVID. I miss my coworkers but I'm sick of zoom calls.

Can you name a firm (preferably NY office) that lets its associates work from a different country with no issues? The mid-size firm I’m currently at has been very flexible during covid but I’m looking to change firm (biglaw). Since my family is abroad I find it extremely valuable to be able to do this (I did this even before covid for a couple of weeks, twice a year). I’ve heard firms like Latham and Paul Weiss don’t allow it for tax reasons.

I am scheduled to fly from NYC to Mumbai via Paris next Wednesday (Jan 5) for a ~10 day trip. Have any of you, your family, friends, etc. flown a similar route (I.e. from US to India via Europe) in the past week? If so, what is the arrival process (Covid test, quarantine requirements, etc.)? I’ve had all recommended vaccine shots and I’m only in Paris for a 2 hour layover (not leaving the airport). Any information on this would be greatly appreciated!

Any suggestions on volunteer opps in Atlanta? Would really like to mentor, but not sure if that’s possible given covid, so taking any suggestions.

I’ve had a really tense, emotionally exhausting week. Things wrapped up yesterday and now my body feels so strung out and exhausted. Any tips for coming down from being so strung out without relying on toxic habits and just shutting down/procrastinating? (My brain is saying “go for a run” and my body is getting stuck picking at my eyebrows for two hours) I feel like my central nervous system is on a roller coaster.

I am having climate anxiety about the upcoming winter. Feeling like this winter is going to be pretty bad...

The station I work at is down at least 15 positions. Some jobs have been open for two years.

The remaining staff is required to step up.

Additional positions are opening up as contracts are either broken or expire.

How are people able to keep their mental health up when their station isn’t hiring people they need and refuse to pay living wages to potential prospects or promote those remaining?

My office doesn’t have breakfast food and I am used to being WFH and making whole breakfast at home…any recommendations for healthy, quick options to make at the office?

I’m on an estrogen patch and I feel like it’s making me really sad. Has this happened to anyone else?

Still shaking my head at the CDC's corrected guidance on hydroxychloroquine. When will they get it together??

Can anyone suggest a good therapist in dt Toronto for someone in their 20s?

Would you end things with someone because their diet is very different from yours?

How will covid impact commercial space downtown? What is the future of commercial space? I personally prefer to work in office, but I’m sure organizations are starting to see how much $$ can be saved

With this WFH life & the pandemic I’ve barely been moving. I started walking daily since a few days ago and it kicks my butt. My legs are actually sore from walking? It’s really sad but I’m glad I’ve taken in this initiative and wanted to share 😂

Tomorrow they are requiring masks again and I was almost in tears when I found out. We have been mask free (recommended) since June and I feel like we are being muzzled again. I am vaccinated, frustrated, and have been off of antidepressants since March. I don’t even want to go into work tomorrow. Anything is better than being virtual and I am trying to look at the bright side, but moving backward still burns. We have parent-teacher conferences coming up and I am hoping that it’s temporary.

Does anyone here suffer from bipolar disorder? How do you manage it and working in law? I see a therapist, and a psychiatrist, and am on medication, but I still have days where I wake up and I’m so depressed I can’t move. I’m working on remedying this with my doctors, but how does one approach mental health issues with their employer? I never felt the need to until I realized how much being bipolar can affect my ability to work.

Which health insurance is good to take for family in a long run. Would like to stick to it for a decade.

I'm moving to the East Coast from L.A. in a few months. Not seeing patients due to covid and using my spare time to plan. Any advice on culture at work, dress codes, etc.?

Got an offer from EY FSO ITS. Heard it would be tough, anyone works in that group can give any advice ? Thanks!

Have any of you who are therapists/psychologists remained in touch with prior patients/clients? I would be interested to hear about your experience with this including what kind of boundaries you set. Thanks in advance!

When they lay people off, they often keep things quiet because it will "effect morale". But the firing itself is what effects morale. Being secretive about it undermines respect and harms morale more.

Any disadvantages to buying VTI (manually) vs. VTSAX (automatically)? Apart from convenience/removing emotional decisions. Fidelity charge $75 to buy any amount of VTSAX. Seems insane fee when you can just buy VTI for free. Am I missing something here?

Looking at purchasing a townhouse/condo on the beach but the HOA fees are ~25% of the PITI. I’m wary of HOAs to begin with - any insight?

EY, what is the current maternity leave policy? Does the firm allow leave starting at 38 weeks? Is disability (6-8 weeks) separate from parental leave (16 weeks)? When is full eligibility - after 12 months of employment?

For all the girls/females/women/ladies out there: When you get engaged, would you rather get a ring from Tiffany or a bigger stone from a non-brand company (e.g. Blue Nile or Brilliant Earth)?

Has anyone in the guard ever picked up long term (12+ months) orders at NGB in Arlington? As an m day guy that title ten would be golden.

Hey fish

I have separate NPS account in which i was contributing for more than an year and now i see an option in my payroll portal like i can link my NPS PRAN to current org and employer will also contribute equally

Can some one suggest what does it benifit us and how it differs from EPFO which we have already

Hi Folks, my counselor informed me I am being moved from Senior 1 to Senior 2 but rating is progressing. Is that good or bad ?

Hi everyone,

One of my connection is looking out for opportunities in content writing/editing.

Skills:
•Content marketing
•Creative writing
•Content editing/copy editing
•Template creation/population
•Content search
•Proposal writing
•Business writing
•MS Suite/Google Suite proficiency
•Social media marketing

Experience: 5.3 years
Notice period: 1 month
Current location: Kolkata
Looking for permanent WFH for now.
If there are any open positions, please reach out at indranilbagchi90@gmail.

Hi,
I have been working as A business technology analyst for almost 2 years now and wanted to start learning data science.

I am not sure how much time will it take but wanted to ask y'all where I can start and what would be the right way forward without much impact on my ongoing work.

Genuine answers only.
TIA. :D

Anyone in the Pittsburgh area? Want to try microdosing psilocybin but don’t know where to find any fun-guys and would appreciate help

What is the hierarchy in PWC India Advisory? What is the YOE needed for Senior Associate?

Is there a concept of probation in PWC India Technology Consulting? I just received the offer letter and I don't see anything mentioned about it.

Hey fishes, what is the in hand salary in PWC India for 9lpa fixed salary?

Hi guys currently I'm working in a project with very stringent timelines. Sometimes we need to put more than 13-14 hrs each day. There are 4 members in my team. Two are involved in database prt and me and my lead are involved in the front end and middle layer prt. Somehow my lead is not at all pleased with my work. And even if I try to talk to him for something he is completely rude. Sometimes it makes me that I m completely useless. Even the other team members are following the lead

HCL guest house in Chennai? Any inputs

Anyone here deal with Reines HH before?

Moving to the city in three more weeks and was curious if anyone had any recommendations for staffing agencies? I am still very entry level, open to most anything. Repped by CC and 24 right now.

I really wanna get out of NY, even if just for a few years, but I feel like most low COL places don’t have great agencies or work. Anyone make a move for a bit?

I am looking to change my career from agency to product marketing or management. Are there any tips or anyone I can talk to consider making this transition? Thanks!

Anyone have a primary care physician they like in NY? Ideally one who integrates holistic medicine as well as western medicine? Bonus points if they’re on Cigna or take insurance.

Has anyone tried indoor gardening in NYC? Thinking this could be the best time to do so but not sure where to start.

Does anyone know who the 401k benefits manager is at VMLY&R NY?

Mcgarrybowen folks, what’s it like working on United these days?

Where have you been ordering takeout?

Anyone at The Clios and want to hire a junior AD? I’m here and hungry.

Which has more listings: Zillow or StreetEasy?

Hi all! ISO short term sublease (Dec. 27th - Jan. 1st). If anyone knows of anything, would appreciate a heads up! Thanks :)

How many train transfers do you do on your commute to the office (or if you’re WFH and had to go in)? I’m thinking of moving here and curious how long and complicated work commutes usually are.

Looking for a reasonably priced sound studio in Manhattan (record, mix, good facility with light sound design).Also - any local agents who rep good v/o talent (union and non)? Double thx. DM if pref.

Does having a masters in graphic design, fine arts or advertising benefit you and help you move along in your career? Or does knowing the right people and type of company help you move along?

What’s a ballpark salary for a media strategy director in NYC at a big holding company like Omnicom?

Any international senior creatives who are on O1 visa ? Need some assistance please.

Anyone who commutes in from Jersey City - do you take the PATH or NJ transit? Which is better/worse?

Any agencies need a freelance AD?

Weekends - what are the best sources / instas / emails that list cool, unique, events or things to do in NYC before they sell out...! Less like Time Out, more like Skint, but price isn’t critical.