Moving from NYC to Australia on a holiday visa— anyone else make that jump? What was your experience?

I need help. I'm dealing with multiple losses in the same week and having a hard time... I took some time off from work but I have no motivation to do anything. I don't want to go back to work and don't care about my work right now. I want to quit but I don't want to make a rash decision but need a long break. It's also not fair to my team that I can't give it my 100%. What can I do?

New Chase Preferred card received. Any tips on how to meet the minimum spend?

McK AMA. On PTO this week and next. What do you want to know?

Any experience with Vermont service center H1B transfer recently without PP? Pls share timeline..

Any book recommendations for the summer vacation season? What's your favorite book over the last year?

Those who've had to let go following an H1B denial, does the firm expect you to resign or is this counted as 'Termination for cause'

Hi Fishes, How long does it take to finish the BGV at Amex? Do they call or email for any information? My DOJ is next week and has heard nothing from them yet.

Please suggest what to do.

What is the process involved in Onboarding? Have not received a laptop either.

@American Express

How common are credit checks for roles in accounting or finance positions? Will high utilization on credit card balances and low credit score be a deal breaker? I’ve been irresponsible and made mistakes, but wondering if I can switch jobs now or if I’m best off waiting 1-2 years and cleaning up my credit first.

Happy to report: Did not fall into any honey trap at the holiday party.

Now that the holiday season has arrived, what's on the secret wish list for Black professionals in the accounting world?

H1b fish who were terminated by your former employers, did your employers offer flight ticket back to your home country?
My firm gave me $700 which is not enough to book a one way ticket in current Covid condition. I was wondering how i can negotiate higher amount. Any advice is much appreciated! Thanks!

What happens if you have negative balance of PTO

🌟What's happening Wednesday🌟
What's going on in Charlotte? Let's use this thread to share events, concerts, holiday festivities, and other fun things happening in the city this weekend!

Hey, I am planning to visit India for H1B Visa stamp. I am yet to pay fee for booking the Interview slot.
Anyone who is able to see the slots available can you please share of dates are available in early May for any consulates in India?

Thanks in advance!

Is USCIS closed temporarily? Are they still processing h1b extensions?

Hiii fishes looking for a referal.please help me I really need a switch working as an data scientist.any referal related to data scientist accepted.thank you in advance
#datascientist #referal

Hi,
I have been working as accountant for past 10 years at a logistics company. I want to change my route and join different industries for better challenges and opportunities. How can I approach new firms with this single industry background.

What's the New joiner registration grace period at Accenture?can someone help me to understand.

How do I set the formula to calculate “If x falls between 1-10, return 1-10, if it falls between 11-20, return 11-20, and so on”

Do you think recruiters are less likely to work with you in the future if you turn down an offer?

Just got turned down for a job I really wanted. No interview. I even had a referral, but they didn't even look at my book! Feeling empty and worthless right now. I know I have inherent value as a human being but I am so desperate to succeed and can't seem to catch a break. Just wanted to vent. Thank you for reading.

Hello All .

Received offer letter today from LTI . It’s mentioned in the mail that i will receive BGV mail After acceptance of letter but no mail received till now .

How much days it take to receive that mail ? And can we mention our joining date (early joining) there ?

Thanks !

My joining date is NoV 21st, can any one provide me some details.. Cab facility..? Allowances any .? Reallocation allowance..? Shift allowance..? Joining bonus..? I have one more offer from other company, let me know which company is best to join regarding the career growth.!

I joined Accenture few days back as level 9. Till now didn't get any project. I have one more offer from another company and have not told them that I joined Accenture.
Should I wait for Accenture to allot me project or shall I abscond?
I am worried since I joined Accenture as level 9 team lead and what if they fire me? Or map to some irrelevant project?

Just had year end discussion. Not at all happy with how it went

Anyone interested in purchasing a SXSW Film badge at the early bird special cost of $895?

Safe weekend getaways right now? Meeting a guy for the weekend, can’t stay indoors since my family is with me.

I'm a Canadian AD and I'm thinking of working in Europe. Is there a well known staffing/ recruiting agency for creatives out there?

What's your advice for someone wanting to go abroad? Should i approach CCO's and ECD via LinkedIn or should i use a recruiter?

What do you do about your house plants if both you and your SO are out of the house for an extended period? I could move some of the smaller ones to friends, but there are planters that are attached to balcony and patio. Any ideas 🐠?

What’s the most dangerous/ reckless thing you’ve done for some ‘action’? Drop your best story 🍿

My joining in EY GDS is Feb 21st, anyone else joining on the same day?
How many days before can I expect the onboarding related emails and what are the activities on the initial few days? Usually within how many days project gets assigned?
Please let me know, thanks in advance !!

Best places for a vacation the last 2 weeks of December?

Are the ideas that hit you right away ever better than the ideas that come through hours of banging your head against the wall with your partner?

Anyone think the long hours in advertising are a turn off? Still young enough to leave the industry and make a change. Anyone see anyone do that before because of balance?

How long have folks waited for the Lürzer's Archive review process? Weeks? A month?

LA folks, how do you meet people in this city? Just moved here and have some friends but am eager to meet more. Any tips?

Books on human psychology that have affected you. I'll start: influence, sales Bible, on killing.

Thank you all for existing on Fishbowl and for being such a supportive community. It’s been a difficult year, but at the end of the day, I’m glad to have people to commiserate/celebrate with ❤️🙂❤️

If you're in need of a junior writer with cojones hit me up!

Getting pushed to do account work as a PM is making me want to scream. And the bullshit let's align on PM expectations meetings when I'm doing my job is driving me up the wall. I'm doing my job....YOU aren't.

Does anyone still play video games? Guilty pleasure, but sometimes feel a bit immature doing it

Anyone else feel like avoiding all these spots before the super bowl is an extreme sport? Maybe it’s just me, but I want to see them at game time... reading ahead takes all the fun out of it for me.

Managers - do any of you have the ability to check in on your direct reports’ webcams without them knowing to make sure they’re working? The green light next to the camera keeps lighting up on my company computer and I’m getting paranoid haha

What's your policy on 'cold-call' messages from hopefuls asking for tips, advice, help? 😇 or 😈

Retail, Social, Pharma. Fuck, Marry, Kill....

Tired of this constant grind and constant layoff situation in NYC. Thinking of making the move to LA. Any thoughts? Yay or nay?

🎃 What remote teambuilding/social committee events has your office done since COVID?

Looking for ideas to replace the drinks or office goodies we normally give out (Halloween, Christmas, July 4, Valentines etc., plus random “fun stuff”) – we’ve done a few virtual happy hours but obviously everyone has had more than enough of Zoom at this stage! We’re all sticking within our immediate teams for informal catch ups - any ideas that involve the whole agency?

"That's what I do: drink and know things" - Tyrion Lannister and every agency creative ever

Has anyone made the leap from Account Management to Product Management? Prior to being in an AM position I was a Creative Producer.

I don’t have much experience on the back end of product management but have extensive experience in front end development/user experience.

Any tips on breaking into the Product Management field? I have a call with a recruiter next week to discuss their open Product Management roles.
Thank you

Anyone else feel like as you move up, you have to work even harder to justify your value to your company as you grow “out of the weeds”? Especially with the fear of layoffs looming over everyone’s heads.