My flight to ORD is delayed. Chilling at LAX terminal 4. Anybody here?

New year checklist for amex plat, CSR, Delta, and AA? :)

Hi fellow fish need some advice.

I'm planning a wedding and wondering if I should apply for new credit cards to maximize on points. If so, wondering what your recommendations are and or if there are new cards out there I haven't heard of yet. For context I probably have another 20k+ in expenses to pay still and my current cards are:

CSP
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless
Citi double cash
Random card (used to be uber)

Anyone stay at the Ritz-Carleton in D.C.? I’ve never stayed at a Ritz location so I’m curious to hear what to expect. Will be in D.C. for a conference so my firm is covering the trip.

Best Luxury Apartments in Buckhead or near Chastain? Looking for 24/hr concierge, security, and under $2500. Open to other areas as well (just not DT ATL).

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?

Do you think the US will issue a 100% travel ban (aka nobody can come in or get out) similar to some other countries? When and how long?

Stuck at the airport, my flight has been delayed -- it's going to be one long and shitty night.

Got an offer as a Senior 2 in EY’s FAAS practice for $117,500 base and $12,500 bonus. Home office is San Francisco. Is this expected for that position? Any insights?

Guys I had a terrible nightmare this morning. Apparently I saw two middle aged men burning alive in a hotel room. And then I woke up.
Too much game of thrones or is there some meaning to this lol

I need 20k miles to get AA plat pro status. Planning to go to southeast asia in the fall. $600 for non AA round trip flight or $1100 for AA flight. Is the extra $500 worth it?

Why won’t AA let me book business class flights with points if they’re available to buy cash? (Qatar flight on AA site)

Has anyone taken the blue line to ORD recently? Is it open and safe to use? Debating taking the L or a Lyft to the airport

Looking to take my first solo trip for my birthday and deciding between San Juan & St. Thomas. I want beach, one water activity, nice hôtels/resorts and amazing food! Walkability would be nice but not needed!

Wow. This may be the first time in history that the President of the United States is poorer than the average person. Hope he keeps food stamps and the ACA intact since he looks like he’ll be needing them soon

Advice on which Greek islands to visit in September? Santorini is in the list, but I can’t decide on others. Which are your favorite and why?

Chicago copywriter looking for a partner in San Diego, PDX or Seattle!

Career Sabbatical?

Can anyone who has taken a career sabbatical to travel/explore other interests share their experience with both leaving their jobs and returning to the legal field?
I really want to live in Asia for a year at least before I have to settle down and start a family. I’m not getting younger but don’t want to be reckless with my career.

(1/2) People who work in the Bay Arae peninsula (Menlo Park) and live in the east bay- which is a good place to buy a house, upcoming, easy to rent or Airbnb in case I have to move back to my country! Prefer single family home as young as possible.
1- brentwood
2- Pleasanton
3- Dublin (expensive)
4- San Ramon (very expensive)
5- what else?

New in San Diego and want to explore the city? Me too 😂 comment bellow. I’ll send a message 🙌

I wish I had even a tiny fraction of the energy I had when I first started this job

How many people did you interview with during the lateral process? I’ve met with 4 already and am scheduled for another 10-12 people (mostly partners), which seems like a lot

I moved from construction to coverage and I absolutely loathe the work. Is it unreasonable for me to want to enjoy the work I do?

Hi Fishes,

I got interviewed at infosys two days back.
When can I expect to hear back from them.
Also all the questions that were asked to me were written coding questions(Write block of code) none were verbal.I could write all answers but none was 100% correct.

At last I asked the interviewer about feedback as in where was I wrong. He said at couple of places and he explained me where was I wrong.

Do you all think I will be rejected?

Any recommendations on lower mid market IT risk advisors who are good at looking at IT controls for data warehousing? Should we be talking to LMM accounting firms or specialist boutiques?

We're a lower mid market tech company looking for some consulting help to look at our current data warehousing setup and getting recommendations on control remediations

TIA!

Mccann creatives - what are the good groups?

Men 🐟: Is the unwritten rule of urban spacing dead?! Too many guys ponying up nice and close lately. Ladies, do you have any similar unwritten rules of the bathroom?

Shoutout to account peeps ready to explain why, actually, it isn't that much work and, actually, EOD tomorrow is plenty of time.

Hello Fishers,

In TCS, My base location is Hyderabad and nearest office location is Delhi. As WFO started I want to join nearest office but dont have Icard. HR is saying that Icard will be available only from base location.
What should I do now?

30 m ny/nj. US citizen. Moved as a teenager. INTJ. Single since I figured I’m not fighting the biological clock and have all the time in the world to meet someone and get settled. Things changed after I watched Akshay’s mom (Indian Matchmaking) tell him even 25 is too late and not marrying somehow messes up lives of people around him. While the show was staged, there might be truth to the latter part.
Looking for F in ny/nj. Personality: NOT Aparna. NOT Nadia but def more Nadia than Aparna.🙏

Been with my boyfriend for 4 years. His family is much more wealthier than mine (6 cars, owns 4 houses, part of 3 businesses). My family is middle class and I feel inadequate around his family because they’re so wealthy. I feel depressed because I can’t live his lifestyle and sad for our future. His family just bought a house for us and my family can’t even buy a second car. Idk how to go about this situation.

I know someone who is looking a job in Technical Research Analyst (stock market related) OR in banking domain and has 10 months experience overall. But he has been doing stock market research for few years as a freelancer. Will anyone be able to refer him to a reputed firm?
Qualifications: M.Com

TIA simulator? What’s your experience using this simulator? It has a lot of review and success stories on Reddit.

Almost 4YOE at Big 4 TAS. Seen high turnovers this year. Thoughts on the following options: FPA vs. CorpDev vs. MM IB vs. MBA to BB/EB or MBB?

What is EY's PC onDemand ? Why would someone not opt for a laptop and choose this option during onboarding?

Which consulting firms are hiring for experienced Associate position? Have a friend who got laid off and looking for another job.

Heard BCG laid off quite a few people this summer. Is this true?

Help - how do I fight claims by scammer healthcare providers?

I recently went to 2 different providers.

Dentist, made appt via Zocdoc to see a dentist that was in network. Another dentist at the location saw me instead who was out of network. I have text evidence they said it would be covered before visit. Claim was denied - asking for ~500 dollars.

Saw a specialist who’s office staff verified my insurance would fully cover the claim. Get the claim, says they are out of network. Owe 600.

Just got upgraded on my 4hr flight. Feels good 🤓

You know it's a slow week when the highlight is when your comment to a fishbowl post gets more upvotes than the initial post

Any audio book recommendations to listen to when backpacking / vacationing?

What are the best books on sales as it relates to consulting?

Definitely not a fan of Westin's "Eat Well" proposition. I'm working in the room at 2:00 AM and the most appetizing menu item is a cold turkey avocado and arugula wrap. I just want a burger and fries!

Best consulting firms to work for that will allow 100% remote work indefinitely regardless of what clients do?

Whether you're a father by choice or by mistake, HAPPY FATHER'S DAY TO YOU! 😎

Mulling over an offer. Is work at MBB way more work / significantly more intense than Big 4? I feel like I have a good brand/rep at EY; not sure if effort to rebuild all of that at MBB is worth it?

Flying to Chicago. Suitcase has a broken wheel. Recommendations on where I can get it fixed for cheap?

We use Deloitte India for a number of parts of our delivery. Recently I have seen some unethical practices that violate labor laws and do not align with Deloitte principles. My manager says it isn’t my problem as they are a vendor but I can’t help thinking I have an ethical responsibility to do something. Any advice as to how to approach this without being fired?

May be this is off the topic..
One of my friend who is a doctor & is an international med graduate. He passed his United States Medical Licensing Exams with above average scores. He has applied fr the match last yr & was nt able to match. Match process costs around USD10k; this year he is applying again after borrowing funds frm different sources bt he is under tremendous pressure to get match. I feel his pain as he has studied for 10+ yrs and is struggling to match nw. I m nt sure hw I can help

How often do H1-b transfers get rejected? Have an attractive offer from a big firm with a strong history of H1-b applications, but not sure if its worth the risk. Any inputs will be appreciated.

Quickest way to get status on United? Any challenges currently out?

Acn fish, any idea what a top ranked senior consulting analyst can expect in terms of a bonus?

In terms of benefits (vacation, medical/dental, phone/internet reimbursements, etc), which is better EY or Deloitte? Asking because my niece received offers from both and just wanted to offer her some help in deciding.

Joining big 4 healthcare advisory practice. How useful is tableau? Is it used commonly? I haven’t used it in previous roles