My office is having a barbecue at one of the supervisors houses. It starts at 4 pm. what time should I show up? Social norms say arrive 30 minutes to an hour after a party start time but it’s since it’s a work party, what is the social norm for social work events?

My wireless headphones broke, accidentally stepped on them. Looking for new ones. Any suggestions??

Do you guys think that our country is being heavily militarized?

Please help me choosing between EY GDS and Tiger Analytics, in terms of Tech Learning and Job Security

Tech - Spark, Big Data
CTC - Same

Has anyone rejoined in CTS within 1 or 2 yrs? How was the process? What was the package that you were given during rehire?

I am not in account but would love to have a more comprehensive take away from meetings particularly client feedback verbalized. How do you account folks do it? Tips and tricks? Thank you!

Hi guys! Starting Keto as of today (only 30g or carb)! Can you guys share the 3-5 rules/tips/tricks you use to stay in ketosis?

Thoughts on companies pulling media dollars from NFL?

Need some advice here🙏🏼 I got a new job at company A a month ago but haven't started there yet because I just quit my current job last Fri. Meanwhile, I'm having my last round interview next week...

Is there a tax practice that involves lots of tax research and doesn’t require a lot of compliance? I love the technical side of tax and don’t mind spending all night researching a tax issue (that’s what got me into a master of tax) but I just hate hate compliance side of tax

A little off topic but does anyone know how to get a discount on dell computers? Coupon code maybe?

I just graduated with my MS in Health Information Management. Any jobs in NYC in this particular field (first time in this field)? Provide links. 🫶🏼

Also what is the starting salary? It would be my first time in this field. 😺

• Bachelors degree in Radiologic Sciences (x-ray tech)
• Master of Science in Health Information Management

Moving to the pharma side. What’s a normal range for NYC/ACD/9 years?

Hi all- curious if anyone can speak to life at LifeSci Comms in NY? Appreciate any insight!

Two more weeks until the new year. Is anyone else struggling to finish the year off strong?

I have approximately one month and a week left on my apartment lease and the situation between my neighbor and I have gotten out of hand.

At this point I’m scarred for my life and don’t wanna stay on the property anymore after he pulled and showed his gun at me twic

But my apartment does not want to let me out the leased

For the past few months of interviewing have made it to the final round with a few firms, and the feedback is similar, ‘I’m a great candidate, but it’s not the right time’ Is this code for something? Am I missing something?

Are you all talking to recruiters? What are they saying about the market, signing bonuses, etc.?

Hello,

I got a letter from my apartment regarding unlawful detainer.

The apartment refused to take our rent for almost 4 months because it was paid in a personal check and not cashier’s check.

I have 5 days to respond, what should I do please?

Do you ever feel like there are rooms you’re locked out of? I’m a black woman, i lateraled to my group a few months ago with minimal onboarding and welcome. A white woman joined recently and everyone has bent over backwards to make her feel welcome and get her integrated into the group. People have invested less in me and it’s going to show in a few years when she’s up for partner and I’m still catching up.

What do you think is going to happen with Trump’s legal troubles?

How close do you live to the office? What are the pros and cons that you have experienced living far/close?

For the natural girls: is a perm set or/and flexi rod set considered unprofessional, especially if you’ve only been working at the firm for a few weeks

How many Black partners have you seen or met in your career so far? At my firm, there is one of us out of the 20 people I work with and when you go to events do you meet more senior Black people or just a large group of associates?

What’s your theme song? The song that helps you get your head in the game when you have a big hearing or meeting

If you were just starting out your legal career (as in Jan. 2023), which area of the law would you specialize in? And, why?

Any connects for black design professionals?

What is everyone wearing for shoes today?

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In the past, lawyer wellness and lawyer discipline/character fitness for bar applicants have existed in silos. I’d like to finally form a bridge between lawyer disciple and lawyer wellness and focus on prevention. When we think of lawyer discipline, we automatically think of outrageous behavior like stealing money. Those are extreme. The common cases are too stressed out and forgetting deadlines or death of a loved one and not having time to call clients back. Cont’d

Does anyone have family members who constantly demand money because they feel like you’re rich now because you’re a lawyer? I’ve always wanted to be in a position to help my family but we all live in the high COL city so my salary doesn’t carry me as far as it would elsewhere. I’ve given a detailed summary of all of my expenses yet every month one family member in particular comes to me for rent money (not some, the full amount, and they refuse to get a job). It has become quite the burden.

Does anyone feel like there are certain practice areas that are more accessible and/or welcoming to black attorneys? Specify location when responding.

Last week, I mentioned that I needed to take an appointment (my therapy appointment) this Wednesday at noon. I also mentioned that this is a medical appointment, and I don’t feel comfortable moving the appointment. I just received an email that I need to be available. How can I stick to my boundary?