New research questions the methodology of a McKinsey study that helped create widespread belief that diversity is good for profits

https://www.wsj.com/finance/investing/diversity-was-supposed-to-make-us-rich-not-so-much-39da6a23?reflink=mobilewebshare_permalink

McK research = no Bueno

Any realtor recs? Looking to buy in Seattle

What were people's 401k /pension balances at 30?

Feeling behind at $40k but making big headway now saving 10% and pwc wealth builder at 6, (26k a year on 160k)

How Income tax deduction is calculated in Mphasis payslip?

Is there any specific % or threshold values?

Any recommendations on JV funds, hard money, private equity etc to fund MFC deals and great residential deals brrr/flip. Finding some great deals in my local market. Any tips on raising capital or attracting investors?
Thanks in advance.

What % of post-tax income do Londoners usually spend on rent?

Offered 6.2k per month post-tax and thinking of spending 2k on base rent, single household. Does that seem reasonable for someone who wants to save and invest?

Good day to be buying bonds... any of my fellow yield grubbers out in effect today?

Do you think any of the major cruise line companies will go bankrupt? Debating if I should invest.

My husband and I want to buy a condo in Chicago in a year. We are close to having a down payment plus closing and emergency funds in a HYSA but are still a 8 months to a year away from buying. I feel like we are losing money by keeping it in cash but it is the safest option. Is that true?

Anyone here buy gold as an investment? met someone that buys actual bars and he says is the new thing. Thoughts?

Has anyone dealt with Peachtree Residential before? They build homes primarily in Atlanta and Charlotte.

How long does it take to get ofc Laptop after DOJ?

How long does it take Amex to post points? My latest statement is from 12/28, and I still can’t see the points

Can I simply upgrade from Amex Blue Cash Preferred to Amex gold? Or would both just be open at the same time since one is technically a charge card?

How do you sell the benefits of managed money to your clients?

Didn't renew lease. Scared I wouldn't be able to find the next home, especially an affordable one with this current market.

They should extend covid rates

Looking for a Delta rewards card and was going to go with Amex, but internationally Amex isn’t widely accepted and I already have the Gold. I’d like to replace my JetBlue Mastercard with a no foreign transaction fee Delta card (don’t mind a fee for the card). Is there a good Delta non-Amex option? Also, don’t have a card that’s big on travel rewards generally.

Hello Fishes,

Diversity refferal drive (i.e. for female candidates) is being organized at Bank of America on 31st July.

There are many open positions, ranging from experience 2-11 years. Key skills are : .Net, C# and Angular.

If anyone is interested in applying, do let me know.

Recently received notice from landlord rent is going up ~20%. For reference, it is privately owned condo and did not sign at a COVID discounted rate. Super frustrated. What are others seeing for rent increases?

Hi folks,
What do you show as investment proof if investment is to be done at a future date? I have a life insurance whose premium is due in March. What can I submit now as proof for this declaration?

Would you accept a job offer with no 401k match?

My company has ERGs and one of them is pretty large and includes a lot of demographics. Within it, people are starting to kind of form their own subgroups (like based on office location or country-specific ethnicity). Does anyone have any thoughts around what would be appropriate for DEI practitioners to be aware of when serving these populations?

I late night drunk made and ate a salad yesterday. #adulting

Hi friends, I’m a starter in cyber security (<1 yr exp). I’m already working at EY so idk if any starter certifications would be helpful but do you think they’re helpful and if so, which ones?

Anyone else going to OpenWorld this year?

Hi All! I am looking to connect with Oracle professionals. Currently work in B4 and would love to meet folks with a background within Oracle security. Message me if anyone is open to new, full time roles.

Anyone that might be able to provide a referral for a job posting? I have resume, and job In hand . Thanks everyone!

Super subpar SA in FDD, super subpar MBA, but can get a beer and talk to anyone… any trash IBs need someone with subpar smarts but high effort lol

Hi all! I had my first ultrasound yesterday morning (~36 hours), and now I am having steady dark pink spotting with dark mucus. Has anyone experienced the same or similar? The ultrasound went well, but with this new spotting I’m getting worried. Too late to call now, so looking for similar experiences.

Hi Friends, i attended 2 client interviews and both went wrong. I don't know what to do. I am new to EY GDS......Is anyone faced the same ?

How honest can you be with a recruiter? If you are looking for a job that will help tee you up for an in-house position, is it okay to say that? I'm meeting with a recruiter for the first time later today and I'm unsure about the whole process...

Today Pfizer announced that trials show that their vaccine is 100% effective for teens ages 12-15. Do you think most of our students will get it for next year?

M. M m m.

Third year associate salary ranges for NY?

How's work in industry as a senior tax analyst (specifically federal corporate tax and ASC 740)?
Work hours? Pay? Pros and Cons to leaving Public? Thanks for the help!

My LWD is 2nd July 2022 and I got offer letter from TCS in March. Can anyone let me know when will I get the joining letter from TCS?

Just for fun:
When KI comes to kgs for support:
KI: Support chaiye global level ka but paise nai hn
KGS: O stree kal ana!

Does anyone have any insights on the Certificate Investment Performance Measurement (CIPM)?

Dear associates,
I am getting project under CS account in Kharadi Pune location (client location). Can anyone please suggest about CS acount and location , if it’s a good acount to work in or not.
Thanks

Starting to get more involved in the project sales process - any recommendations for books or resources to develop skills in this area?

Why is it that we need realtors exactly, since Redfin and Zillow are things. Seems like we should all be able to save on the commission.

Has anyone managed to get a counter offer from existing employer at Big 4? is it worth a try?

Any resources to get PDUs to renew PMP certification

Any fellow fishbowl consultants staying at the Beverly Hilton and up for a drink or two?

Finally spotted one in the wild! A dood working out in a Deloitte tee. #deloittefit

Is there any etiquette for asking someone to be your counselor?

Book recommendations on leadership, career development, etc?

Thoughts on EW MBA from Booth/Kellogg/Haas. Currently SC at Deloitte and want to transition to tier 1 consulting firms

Best consulting firms without the massive ego?

M7 mba candidate, and looking at post mba options. Main plan is finance, but open to staying in consulting if the money is right. What is the post mba salary like in consulting at any of the shops?

Is there any advice for networking into projects when you don’t know many people at the firm yet? I always to help on BD work when I’m on the bench, but it never turns into any billable work. Every time I have talked to a partner/senior manager I was told I don’t have the skill set they’re looking for, but I don’t know how to build up from there. Feeing very lost but I want to improve my approach.

Houston downtown JW vs Westin.. Thoughts?

Recruiter: How soon would you be able to start?
Me: If you’re ready with an offer, I can have my bags packed after this call.
Recruiter : *laughs for a good 45 seconds*

Pick me. Choose me. Love me

Would you accept a job offer with no 401k match?

How do you leave your op unit to do different type of work without pissing off the partners? Or do you just assume the bridge will be burnt? I dislike what I do and I can’t stand some of the leaders

What are some of the best consulting firms for a software engineer? Is MBB still considered elite in this area too?

We all sound so professional in our posts. Lol.

You just finished a project, and have nothing lined up. Do you a) not network hoping to ride bench really hard b) network hard -you love work!!! or c) network half heartedly hoping to not get staffed?