LGA terminal d is a shit show

In-flight meal included boneless chicken. Mine had teeny-tiny bones. Silently choked trying not to wake the guy beside me. Told the FA. FA said to call United. How many points?

Does anyone know if Uber drivers can see if we are sharing a ride with someone? Not splitting the cost, but having someone else watch your trip home?

I have an 8 hour layover in Madrid. Never been there before. Is it worth leaving the airport and doing something in the city? Any tips on what to see in a few hours?

Does your firm let you take 28-30 December off? Many of my team members won’t be working those days and I decided last minute that I’d like to travel somewhere between Christmas and the New Year.

Staying at the Ritz and STR in the Maldives so expecting good service and reading mixed things about tipping. I usually don’t tip much at hotels (never really thought about it) but what do people do? Is there an expectation and would the amount be based on like room rate or just a flat daily per day?

Anyone been to Langkawi? Debating between ritz or st Regis and hoping for some reviews. Any other information would be helpful too! Thanks

Hookah lounge in DC; recommend

Would you recommend downtown Dubai (marina) or Al Maha desert resort for a couple of days after the Maldives

Has anyone traveled to Turkey with Turkish airline. They’re the only ones with nonstop flights but I’ve been hearing a lot of negative reviews regarding their customer service and all out experience. Is it worth the hassle or should i suck up a non-direct flight with a different airline?

Any good online deals? Thread to share good online deals during stay at home:

Ciao a tutti!

I will be visiting Milan from 15 to 17 of December. I love meeting new people, so if anyone is down for a coffee chat or a walk around the city please hmu! :)

Hi! I’m interested in moving to San Diego in the next six months. Any tips for job searching from New England? I’m currently working in social media, internal communications and content creation at a real estate firm. Curious to know if anyone has done that type of move and how did you navigate the job search.

Has anyone changed your project after being selected in Jan. DCA?

Do you fly out to family for the holidays or do they come to you? We're hosting Christmas for the first time and having the entire family come to town for it. What are some can't miss holiday events in the city? Ideally accessible because my father is in a wheelchair.

I am going to India for a month. May have to change my return date. Any suggestion on what insurance/other option to reduce the ticket update cost impact.

What’s the average weather in San Francisco like? Highs and lows? Does it rain often? Etc. Looking to move from the Northeast and wondering what type of clothes I should be bringing

Anyone find a reasonable flight around Thanksgiving? I’m looking for somewhere to go over the holiday for 5 nights or so.

I have an impromptu review tomorrow and am hoping to negotiate a higher salary as my role has been expanded since hired, and we have lost a designer with no intention of hiring anyone to fill the position. Hoping to get some comparable salaries to see where I stand and what to ask for.

Sr Graphic Designer
10 years experience
With the company for 3.5 years (6 months full-time and 3 years as a freelance designer)
Salary is currently $75,000
10% yearly bonus
I’m in KC. Company is in San Diego.

I'm up for a pharma agency senior CW role in the Rx/HCP vertical. I have been freelancing for 11 years, so mostly contract rates between $50 and $80 p/h (lower end on W2, higher 1099). They want to know my 1099 rate and salary requirements if full-time employee. Would $75 hourly and $110K be within range? They are in Philadelphia. I have been working in the Chicago, San Fran, and NYC markets mostly.

Can any BOs share good websites or references to get started on things one would need helo with starting businesses, like entity filing, accounting, bookkeeping, invoice, payroll, and other services?

Rivian vs Tesla - thoughts?

Apartment for rent - 1 bed, 1 bath; pet friendly; dedicated parking available for rent; in unit washer/dryer; >15 mins away from the Loop. DM me if you or someone you know may be interested!

Tips for getting deeper into meditation?

I was recently diagnosed with ADHD and just started medication treatment, and I didn’t realize something was missing this entire time. My brain finally feels so calm!!

Studying for the bar, and my first 2 years of practice exacerbated my symptoms so badly. I couldn’t keep up with the long hours at work! I feel like I have a fighting chance now!

Anyone have a friend or family member suffer from liver damage / failure? Not sure how or what to do to help someone with the problem.

Is it possible to transfer from CN India to Accenture Canada (if one gets a Canadian PR themselves)? How well is it taken by the leadership and is any kind of support provided?

For those of you required to be in office- do people use the phone and email to contact you or do they still come by in person? People in my office seem not to understand how the phone works...

Hi Everyone, I'm a refugee in the U.S. Work permit granted by the Gov. Have extensive (non-tech) work experience in my country. Is it possible to relaunch my career even with an entry-level job? Possible obstacles and solutions to overcome?

What are Google Canada email addresses?

Any Amazon counsel or other FAANG attorneys willing to share how their comp review has worked? I’m really happy with my offer(lower base, really high signing bonus and decent RSUs) and was told their would be yearly comp reviews but wondering how that plays out the first few years...

Considering a move in-house to NBC Universal in any litigation role (though I’d really go to wherever there is a need, whether litigation or business affairs generally). Coming from 4th year law firm litigation experience in a variety of areas but mostly data breach, e-discovery, breach of K. Do I apply with an employee referral or via LinkedIn recruiter that reached out? Alternatively, if anyone has experience applying/at NBCU, I’d so appreciate general advice :) TIA.

How is productivity measured for in-house attorneys? Is there any analog of billable hours for in-house lawyers?

How do you diligence a potential employer besides basic searches? Early stage Silicon Valley biotech company with a handful of public articles confirming its latest funding round.

What is your favorite part about being a realtor?

Final round of interviews for EY Parthenon Deal Tech end of week, any tips or suggestions? Appreciate any insight

How much would you expect a AD of forecasting at big pharma to make? Glassdoor says 161 average but that feels low to me.

How much can I expert from walmart?
YOE: 5.2
Current CTC: 18.2LPA All fixed
Role Offered: SDE-3

Some construction work going on in the room next to me at 11pm central time here at the Westin! How many points is this worth?

Anyone at OW willing to throw me a referral? Been working at EY for 2 years, FSO Advisory! Thanks and let me know!

Any recommendations for a work desk?
Not looking for something too big or pricey. Easy assembly / disassembly is a plus.
I see foldable desks going for $100. Any foldable standing desks out there?

Presidential debates start next year?

Happy pi day 🐠

Guys n gals- best give delta another week before any sort of normal operation

Anyone studied for the CFA (1, 2 3), with intent to stay in consulting, and found it helpful? Please share your stories and how you made the decision to invest the time

Therapist says I am depressed. But I don’t feel sadness. I feel completely apathetic. I find myself caring less and less every day. I don’t know what to do about it.

I’ll have the California Kings flight and a tomato soup please

Asking for a friend—joining Accenture TDP in about 2 weeks. He’s wondering how important it is to live near his home office and if its extremely necessary. It is not a possible for him to relocate now

Has anyone bought an X-Chair office chair?

Started my morning with the worst spin class I've ever had. Passive aggressive move to leave before it ended to not have to talk to the instructor. It was a cringe worthy class.

Wanting to make a shift into strategy/mgmt consulting from HealthIT. Any good books out there to help prep? Looking for anything but preferably technical information to prepare for an interview.

Anyone currently work for Huron's Healthcare Service Group? If so, can you provide insight on your experience, likes/dislikes, etc?

Did anyone read the top consulting firms to work for? 😂😂😂

Weather is NUTS in dallas right now. Stay safe, fishes!

Been on the bench for 5 weeks, and getting antsy. Have reached out to network, RM, random managers, but still no project. How else can I approach this? SC here

Am I the only one whose LinkedIn newsfeed is filled with “proud to announce...” posts from new hires joining consulting?
I too received multiple offers, but didn’t care to flex and humble brag lol...

Looking for some book recommendations :)