Merry Christmas Everyone! How are you spending the holiday this year?

mental vacation: picture yourself in a pitch. you all presents ideas. client says, "you all know better than us. let's go with that!" now wake up and take the noose off your neck. happy Friday.

Coronavirus family drama - supposed to take a vacation to OCNJ in two weeks with the in-laws, two brother-in-laws and their wives. MIL is super worried about the virus. Wants everyone to isolate and get tested. We are. Already doing this, but no testing. Debating whether it’s even worth it to go anymore. I’m worried about things too, but I feel like she is being hypersensitive. What’s the point?

The firm I work for is not closing for the hurricane. Staff were told to work from home or take PTO if they could not come in to the office (and the building is now closed until Friday). Is this normal?!

Question about PTO - my contract says 25 days but is this inclusive of any office shutdown over Christmas/New years (if there is one?). In Sydney office if that provides some context. Thanks!

I have a month of PTO coming and currently live in a part of CA where most things are closed. What do you suggest to do in my free time? I’ll be using a lot of it to study for my CPA exams but realistically ill still have a good few hours of free time left everyday everyday.

Curious how other companies are position their 2023 December holiday calendar.

Christmas falls on a Monday next year. Is your company observing the Friday before (22nd) as eve? Or are they observing the 26th as day after?

How do you deal with vacation guilt? I find myself feeling ashamed having to remind folks in meetings that I’ll be unavailable for X amount of time. Just me?

startup Gig Alert: I am looking for a brand designer to join our startup team at Lifelines (truly a startup and we’re not in stores yet). We’re a product company set for revolutionizing how people approach sensorial wellness and I’m looking for someone with holistic experience in branding / art direction with a clear, bold visual style. Around 5 years of experience preferred. But work and personality trump years in experience. Always remote+unlimited PTO. Send me books / portfolios.

I'm 6 months old at D! Planning early promotion next year.. counselor and pm both are backing me.. I need to go to India for at least 4 weeks in Dec ... most probably would be rolling off from current project by then .. would this vacation hurt my promotion chances coz of utilization etc?

In 2023 I'm wanting to help make my management more effective. So, I'm looking for a book or a couple of books to gift my team this holiday season. I would like books that focus on communication and taking ownership. Any recommendations?

Hi All,
It’s been a week since I last heard from pwc in regards to my interview. I gave them my availability for next week but I’m on holiday and few of the days won’t be at home. Shall I follow up with recruiter and make them aware that I’m still waiting for something to be scheduled. Really don’t want to keep waiting…

Tomorrow is zs holiday in India offices. So will be the salary get credited today??

What’s been your most impressive/successful salary negotiation when you’ve received an offer? Did you manage to get way more PTO or other perks?

Anyone have a corporate rate code for holiday inn?

A partner just walked from his office. By passed 4 or 5 people who are generally more knowledgeable on our banking logistics straight to the only black support staff employee to@ask if today is a bank holiday.

Hi Fishes in the Bowls,
I need referral for Amazon, I am having 4.6 years' of experience in networking and systems.

Salam everyone! Did anyone switch / know anyone who switched from risk consulting to a risk role at a big bank (e.g., Bank of America or Wells)? Any advice on the switch or what Bank you recommend? Additionally, would love any input on any Muslim networks at big banks (if any exist). Thanks so much!

What is the package range for Senior software engineers at Jio experience - 4 years

Hello everyone, anyone aware about Kyndryl Brno Czech Republic? I am expecting an Job offer for this location. How is Kyndryl as an organisation?How is Czech Republic?Is it good option to move ?

Hi Guys,
How is ValueLabs Dubai??
I got a opportunity directly for Dubai
Can anyone tell me about the projects and Wlb there??

Excel Rookie looking for a super simple formula to bring all information linked to a certain date in tab 1 to be organized under said date in tab 2.

What are the average age brackets at Big 4 to be a Con, Senior Con, Manager, Senior Manager, Director, Partner? Keen for people’s perspectives.

What is the average salary for a senior business analyst or a product owner at insurance companies?

I'm being interviewed for Senior Analyst in hsbc. Can anyone help me with the tax saving options available with HSBC? Like self education, communication, meal vouchers etc.

What is EY’s WFH policy post Covid? I’ll be joining the firm and want to gauge the office (especially decision makers) views on teams’ working flexibility. Will be in the ATL office if that helps

Are we the only two in this bowl??

What part of the sector are you in?

Hi All,
I recived mail from Deloitte USI HR requesting my last 3 months pay slips and filled CTC data sheet and Aadhar, PAN. Does this mean i got through or selected ? I didn't recieve any formal communication whether i am selected or not.

Is there any industry recognition for poc creatives the way adage and others recognize creatives?

Just watched office space again and realized it’s actually about the FIRE movement (without explicitly saying it)

Anyone familiar with Ephesoft Transact that would let me pick their brain?

How much would the expected salary be for a Senior 3 in NY TAS be at EY?

I would really appreciate some suggestions for roles that I should be applying for. I recently started my MBA though I'm still having trouble landing interviews and think I should be applying for different roles than I have been. My MBA concentration is global business, my BS was in management with a minor in professional writing. I've been working in cosmetics mainly on the customer service side, currently senior support for the CS team and have experience doing CS on social media.

What is up?

Looking for a place to park on the west end while I send off and get approval my permit since I moved here on the weekend. Any good, safe inexpensive options? Also are there any inexpensive underground parking spots that’s monthly. My building has a waiting list.

Living in Van. Previously lived in Toronto. Obviously rent prices are high as is cost of living. Generally go out and spend more often living in a city. Boyfriend and I on good salary but not saving much due to the above. Before we move home to our own country, we’d love to spend a year close to Vancouver where rent is cheaper, temptation is less, to save. A commute to Vancouver 1-2 times a month needs to be possible (his job). That can be a flight if it’s not crazy. Thoughts? Recommendations?

Hi everyone!

Came to Vancouver pretty recently - are there any interesting networking events around?

Anything sales or consulting oriented would be amazing.

I’d love your recommendations 😊

Where do you usually get your morning coffee? Live downtown and trying to find a new go-to, but also just like checking out new places!

Does anyone here live on Vancouver Island or know about it? Worth it?

Any recommendations for an ob-gyn or tips for finding one on short notice in Vancouver? Friend who is trying to get pregnant just moved there from the US and is having a hard time finding someone! TIA!

Should we do a Vancouver meet up? Seems like TO has been doing few events. I can organize depending on how many people are interested!😊

Any recommendations for vegetarian and vegan friendly restaurants to have a nice evening? Thanks 😊

Any amateur music lover/ band player? I would like to meet more people like me who play music apart from their day time profession.

Hi does anyone work at EY in BC? Willing to chat about what it’s like if I applied from the US?

This bowl is so dead y'all. Let's bring it to life 🎉 who's got fun plans this weekend?!

Anybody here working on Product at Amazon AWS? Care to share some tips on rocking the interview process?

Best places to learn how to snowboard? I know how to ski, more or less, but I think learning to snowboard this winter would be fun!

Hey guys! I just recently moved to Vancouver and actively looking for jobs. Anyone know of any opportunities for SAP PM/EAM or System Analyst/Business Analyst with ERP please let me know. Would be of great help. Thanks!

Currently being interviewed for a Sr Consultant at KPMG Global Advisory. Can someone share what the work culture and hours are like? Also please share any insights on the pay range.

Has anyone attended the Holiday Hi-Light Festival? Is it worth doing?

Favorite designer brands?