looking into Costa Rica in September. any insights? recommendation? what to or not do. fly into san jose or Liberia?

Flying United from US to Europe in economy as a silver elite. Am I eligible for a premium plus or Polaris upgrade?

Is wfh available in coforge? The office in GNIDA is very very far. Is it safe to travel by own car? If by cab are these small cars or typical suvs with 6-7 drops?

Any book recommendations for philosophy, psychology, and business? Or any book you read last year changed your values? Going to fly international, gonna read it on flight. 😍

Any good agencies in San Diego area?

First business trip in 20 months. TSA agent yelled at me for nonsensical reasons. I almost cried. I was worried things would change, but they are just as dehumanizing as always. Felt like home.

Any female fish in Downtown SFO, want to grab a drink and bite? 30M here

What other cards to add to my collection? I have AmEx Platinum and Chase Sapphire Reserve. Fly Delta so AmEx is handy for lounges. Use Sapphire for dining/travel. Should I add Chase Freedom Unlimited?

Any Alaska Airlines challenges going on now? Or do they match status?

I read a contract from San Diego that had some very interesting language for Special Educators. Thinking about sending it to the Union to see.

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

Anybody know salary range for VP Operations for GS in SLC?

Hi, will be staying in London next week. Does anyone have an Accenture rate code for the Marriot / Hilton in London?

Last week I worked remote from a Royal Caribbean cruise so here are my learnings:
The internet had a max of 3.7 Mbps which meant I had my video off the whole time. I had one call completely drop in 5 days, so all in all not bad. None of my coworkers seemed to notice or care very much. In a couple weeks, I try Holland America so hopefully it’s the same or better! I would love to hear other cruise experience or tips

I want to plan a trip to cropover in Barbados... anyone down to do a group thing?

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

Hold fast mein kinder, do not lose hope or your grip; moon landing may have been fake but this trip is real

Has anyone had Marriott gift you the next level of status if you’re only a few nights short of the requirement at end of year?

United GPU question - if I have GPUs that expire on 1/1/2020, is the expiration the fly day or the booking date? Can I apply them to a flight that takes off after 1/1/2020 as...

Can someone explain the LTA policy? What happens if I don't claim any travel bills? Can I claim it as a taxable component monthly?

Up 75% on UVXY puts expiring 7/26...sell or is it going to continue to go down?

@BC what do you think about SHOP puts?

Have a 2/15 call on ghiv. Tanking today, drop it?

How do you renegotiate your commission rate on TD Ameritrade and it’s platform ThinkOrSwim? Is this requested online or do you have to call in? Does it have a decent success rate? Im at the original .65.

8/12 Thread (General):

Did any of you struggle with being ‘cooped up’ while studying for the exam? I’m ready to say f it to public and the CPA because I’m sick of having no life

Anybody else have a desire to bill more hours on a project than you actually work when the project itself is incredibly frustrating? In agency and/or freelance? Because let’s be real, 1 hour of standard work does NOT equal 1 hour of work when someone makes your job incredibly difficult.

Do men actually like feisty women? Or do you like a more submissive woman? Curious

Anyone here work at iProspect? Would like to know how it is over there.

Are there even any FDD type jobs in Pittsburgh? Been hard pressed trying to find.

Do different companies have a methodology dedicated to technology change? Like tech implementation? Or is it specific to the product? Or high level to org change?

Any advice on how to switch from big 4 to tier 1 consulting firms like BCG and MCK?

The leason learnt by some of high salary negotiatiors in one point of time is never always chasing high salary and stuck in toxic company and suffer.
Please also give priority to company brand and wlb

A question to my unmarried friends
What is stopping you from falling in love with a girl and marrying out of own choice
You are independent,earn well so what is the roadblock?

Hi! I'm technically an AD but have found myself working in so many production roles as my work and really digging it all. I would love to talk to someone about all this production. Anyone down to chat about the production life?

Currently looking for an outside sales position in Massachusetts.

I have 7 years experience in sales. But I am relocating from North Carolina to Massachusetts.

Would anyone happen to know any great companies hiring?

A majority of my experience is in the logistics and logistics technology side of sales. I’ve been working remotely doing over the phone/ zoom demo sales. But I would love the opportunity to service my clients in person!

Any good agencies in San Diego area?

Any one here from HCL Bangalore working DBS project as a L2 Enginner?

EY GDS -X or PWC AC - X+3.5
Have 9 YOE. Which is better?

Help! Need an intervention - what are your proven secrets for managing receipts when travelling? I'm in paper hell...

Have a connection through Salt Lake City on Thursday. How well does the airport perform during snow showers? How much delay should I mentally prepare for?

Is April (easter time) a good time to visit Norway? If yes, what are some of the places you would recommend? I’m looking for hikes/ national parks experience and don’t want to spend much time in city.

Going to Montreal for a bachelor party in early summer. Where is a good spot in the city for an Airbnb? Want something that won't require ubering everywhere. Will be visiting bar scene and whatnot

Going to Costa Rica in March. Plan to go from San Jose > La Fortuna > Monteverde > San Jose. Is car rental the best option? How easy is it to drive around there? Thanks.

What are good spots in poconos for Christmas for family?

Any day trips in early March that you recommend for a couple (in early 50s) spending a week at Secrets The Vine resort in Cancun? Not sure there will be much to do for a full week at the all inclusive report. And any transport logistics that go with any such recommendations. Thank you.

If I skipped the outbound leg of a r/t, but want to take the return and have a boarding pass on my phone, does that mean I slipped by? It was a weird booking with chase points on 2 codeshare airlines

What are ways I can spend my $200 airline credit for the Amex platinum ? I saw upgrades don’t count and I have status so already get free baggage, lounge etc.

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?

Best brunch in Charleston

Iceland in Mid April
1) recommended with a 2.5 year old?
2) hotels to stay in - any good Marriott properties?
3) must do

Best Marriott to Stay in Charleston for 3 nights? Platinum elite. Also looking for any and all recommendations for 4 days in Charleston. Birthday celebration for SO.

Any recommendations on places to stay, visit in Dubai? Holiday family of 4 if that helps. Thank you!

Doing an India trip next year. Thoughts on spending 2/3 days in Jaipur? Too much? Any tips? TIA

Do any of you work in a different country than your company is based? I would love to eventually work internationally (based in the USA), ideally remote, but I’m not sure how realistic it is for most people

Also unfortunately I don’t code so a programming jobs are out of the question, and I know many of those jobs are easily worked remote/internationally

Packing Cube set recommendations....

Girls trip (mid 20s) to Scottsdale in October. Any suggestions?? Like to hike, shop, eat, relax!

Looking for reasonable hotels in Vegas during new years. Any suggestions between Excalibur, Treasure Island and Flamingo? Any other cheaper options are also welcome!

Can someone explain the Marriott status process to me? I am one year away from hitting life time status but doesn’t look like I am going to hit the 75 nights this year to keep titanium. (Cont. below)