Never been at an airport early enough to see TSA open...Bucket List

Any good Marriott in NYC? Flying into LGA.

Anyone know of any current Marriott and/or SPG promos or status challenges?

can i book just any meeting room at a courtyard online to get the ten room night credit?

Entire fucking Ritz Carlton smells like cigarette smoke... how many points

Anyone have Chairman's club status with Avis or Platinum with Hertz? How are the benefits compared to Presidents with both Hertz and Avis

Does anyone know if you are travelling from US to India with an expired US visa (for renewal or first time H1 stamping) you cant go via European countries?

Planning a honeymoon in Greece for September. Any recommendations on islands? It’s a 2 week vacation. Some time will be spent on Mykonos for the sake of a specific resort but other than that I have nothing else planned.

I’m flying my mom to NY for the 2nd time from Taiwan for the birth of her first grandkid! I would love to upgrade her to business since she’s flying alone, doesn’t speak English, & hates flying. The only direct is EVA air. After researching, we think a good option is to use Chase points. My sister and I are combining our points but still short by a lot. Doesn’t look like we can buy Chase points, so wondering if anyone has any tips/hacks on how to get/buy more points?

Has delta ever let anyone change their diamond choice benefits after selecting them?

What’s the worst part about travel?

Recommendations for an Alps ski resort between Zurich and Munich by car (Switz, Austria, Germany)? There are so many but looking for a developed village with lodging options and good lifts. Any faves?

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?

Does anybody know of any fast track promotions or instant status with IHG hotel program for PwC or in general?

Anyone have a ticket for Meduza at district this Saturday and not going anymore? It’s $57 now with fees and that’s too much. Might as well buy the VIP which is $80 w fees but that is probably a huge scam so guess I’m not going

Can I request a stopover for an award travel ticket in business?

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)

Was looking at a last minute trip to Japan in Tokyo over NYE and thinking of taking the week after to ski. Any recommendations or tips on housing, ski resorts, restaurants and transport? I’ll be coming from the US & have an Ikon pass, so I was looking at Niseko and Lotte Arai primarily.

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...

How does one use 500 Mile Upgrades on AA In the most effective manner?

Can you travel out of the US while your H1B is pending approval?

Currently on STEM OPT.

How do you handle a 3 months notice period when you start looking out for jobs. No recruiter is interested when you say 3months NP.

Now that GDS supports ICICI accounts, anybody switching? Is it worth the hassle?

^ when you accidentally make a post using the name of your very small boutique firm and someone else from your very small boutique firm up votes the post

Is this the official Amex Fishbowl?

Heard frm a friend at pwc that in consulting they have per diems. Is it for all practitioners and practice? Seems tight on budget.

What are the best data privacy certs to aim for? 4 year exp in cyber risk consulting. Want to move to a privacy related role outside the big 4. Should I go for the CDPSE or CIPP or CIPM?

Has anyone gone through bcgs experienced hire recruiting?

Go LTC go!

I am starting at a new company early next year and they’ve just invited me to attend their Christmas party. Is it a good idea to go? Or should I wait for a more formal introduction once I start?

What are the best consulting firms in the capital markets and/or investments world?

Any CDD / M&A Strategy fish willing to chat?

Hi Fishes,

Are there any updates to physically return to Banglore office for work? Is June a hard deadline to join the office?

With the resell market being insane, what are everyones thoughts on UA/Reps? I know some people hate them when they are being sold and passed on as real. I know some are fine with them for personal use as long they are not hitting the resell market.

Is capgemini worth joining? Please share light on work culture, job security, projects and other benifits.

Honest opinions please.
Yeo- 3.5

Has anyone started/considered starting an individual/small business income tax preparation side gig? What were the challenges juggling w/ a Full Time job and getting clients?

What are the basic things to keep in mind or to keep it ready before moving to Australia?

I am interviewing with the “Innovation” team (part of Adapt) in a couple of days. What is the interview like? Any pointers for prep?

Hi Folks,

Just wanted to know what is the average package for the Analyst role at Bain and Company for someone who has 5YOE?

Thanks

Is there a tool or a plug in that'll help me convert an excel project plan (with dependencies and everything) into a neat visual?

Any recommendations on reliable home office printers?

Anyone take the job for the travel benefits and then had no travel projects.... can't figure out if I should be annoyed or if it's a blessing in disguise

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

What exactly is go-to-market strategy (aside from the literal definition) and what does the analysis entail to?

Already have received 5 resignation emails this morning from colleagues (with a couple more throughout the month) before the holidays and already know of more coming this week... this isn’t normal right...

Anyone else hear that post-CRT partners will get fired this year in commercial advisory? How the hell does a partner get fired....

Hired as SA1. if my utilization is low for round table but I’ve gotten good Snapshots will I go up to SA2 or SA1B, which I don’t want of course.

Any good books/reads to learn aspects of Account Management / Engagement Management in context of tech consulting?

Any good recommendations for books on management techniques? Trying to understand how management manipulates junior employees.

Smart to look for a new job with a “recession” looming? Wanted to leave by end of the year, but nervous I’d be the first laid off at a new spot

Started my first job out of college ~1month ago and am only at around 50% utilization. Before I fully ramp up, what would be some good skills or certs to work towards? I’m working for my firms management/tech practice and am also open to expanding my coding skills (currently pretty basic)

If matched from SPG to Marriott platinum and I'm not currently staying in hotels... how long will the Marriott platinum status last me?

Recent college grad doing IT audit at a fairly well-established accounting firm (not Big 4, but top 10). College was good but not Ivy League or anything like that. Grades were around 3.4-3.5.

If my goal is to maximize my chances of working for MBB, which of these paths would you personally take?

1.) Stay on current team, try to get promoted as fast as possible

2.) Stay at current firm but try to switch from risk advisory to a management consulting team

3.) Get an MBA

4.) Other?

Honest question here-hw do I work better with Indians who come over frm India(on-site) to client?My patience with them is at an all time low since they jst dnt gt the methodology & hate owning anythng

To those starting the year on the beach: office or home office ...or actual beach?

Is it easy or at least possible to move from federal consulting to commercial?