Oktoberfest got cancelled and honestly I'm upset. I always say Im gonna go and now I can't...

Should I watch Industry on HBO Max until Succession is back?

Like for Pequods, laugh for Lou Malnati’s

Looking for shows to binge and books to read. Thanks in advance 🙏

Can anyone recommend any sites that have healthy recipes for picky eaters (I basically eat off the kids menu)? My mom is a very picky/plain eater (pepper is too spicy for her) so it’s how I grew up - if you name a food, I probably don’t eat it. I’m trying to branch out and eat new foods but I don’t want to start eating unhealthy. Any recommendations?

KPMG FRM OR ACN Strategy Finance & Risk.. whish one among the two is better?

Seriously considering adding vegan stuff to my restaurant's menu, I don't have anything against meat except I can't afford it. :( Any ideas on something that doesn't taste like treebark? LOL

Got roped into hosting a few families for a casual dinner/sports watching tonight. Suggestions for easy dinner/ snacks? Six adults and 5 kids. Booze recs? I know there are preferences for chardonnay and pinot noir, but any specific bottles? Beer? I have vodka & crown.

BC what you think of OXY right now for an intraday play, is this capitulation point?

Why are EY and PwC obsessed with insurance and Guidewire. As if other domains are supporting roles of bollywood movie.

Watching CSI type shows was more fun before I knew the limitations of the technology, it seemed like magic to me

Best Dim Sum and/or dumpling spots?

Favorite stress eating food to binge on during all these late nights?

Anyone ever bought audio that is run through AdsWizz? We’re having a ton of issues with them and I have a hard time believing we’re the only ones

Interested to try out American single malts. Any recs? 🙏

Why do rye whiskey’s primarily all have green labels? (KC, Woodford, Templeton, Old Forester, Wild Turkey), they all seem to be green. Anyone else notice this trend?

Have any musicians had luck on Patreon? I thought it could be fun for behind-the-scenes and early releases.

In a brainstorm about motivating employees through employee communications:

Top 3 employee motivators:
1. Donuts
2. Contests
3. Free

What are the plays for tomorrow?

I am participating in a leadership development series through my employer. As part of this I was randomly paired with a mentor. I am non-clinical and my mentor is clinical.

Any advice on how to approach this so we both get the most out of our experience. What questions would you ask a mentor in a very different career path from your own?

Badminton? 7pm to 9 pm ? Anyone

Does anyone think these “best place to work” surveys are actually anonymous 🤔

I got selected in KPMG and getting a good 70% hike but i think i lowballed myself when the HR once again asked yesterday if i'm okay with the package. I immediately said i'm okay as they already accepted my initial quote and pushing them for more would be a greedy move.

but the thought that i could have gone for a higher package if i wasnt overwhelmed by their "we care for you" gesture is making me anxious.

This is my 1st shot at Big 4, so i am already excited & nervous.

Opinions!

The hours I’m working right now to meet a deadline are extreme, I’m only getting a few hours of sleep a night. How do you keep yourself alert during that final push?

AWS vs Amazon PM roles?

Does anyone know what it’s like living in Peoplestown? We’re looking into moving to the Maverick Townhomes over there but don’t know much about the area. All info appreciated.

I have been working with EY for around 1 year now. My current package is 3.6 LPA which i feel like very much under paid as i joined after completing Mcom. I got onboarded as a staff 1. How much should be the market standard salary and position that i should be getting. Can anyone please help in getting an idea as i am really feeling like i am getting no result even after doing a lot of hardwork into delivering high quality work.

Chinese food and a movie at home just wasn’t the same.

Folks, recommendations for adjustable home office desk? Currently, thinking between “autonomous smartdesk 2” and “Tresanti adjustable electric desk” at Costco. Welcome any reviews and/or suggestions. Thanks in advance!

Anyone who had H1B approved petition in previous company and when switched to new company the h1b petition got transfered? I would like to understand how h1b transfer works?

Why are there so many job postings that I have applied for but nothing happening? Are the jobs that are posted truly open? I know we are in 4th quarter and wasn’t sure if corporation’s like to hire then?

Sharks and other fishes,
I need some career advice,
In my current company I think the development portion I've been given is kinda simple, I've asked my manager and seniors to level up my work and stuff, *which they did* but I kinda caught up.. now what should I do, should I ask them to level up again or look for better opportunities
Also, I had some Interest in CyberSecurity and I grinded it on my pre-final semester at Uni, should I try on that path as well or should I stick to development?

In need of advice. Have 2 offers:

EXL Services (Manager - C1 band)
Fixed 27 lpa + 12% variable +
1.5 lpa practice premium (to be added to fixed part but not counted during appraisals or performance bonus calculation) +
4 lacs deferred bonus (to be paid out after completing 6 months)

EY GDS (Associate Manager - Rank 42)
Fixed 28 lpa + 10% variable

Currently an LSA at Deloitte USI Advisory with 7.5 YOE and 20 lpa fixed

Please help me compare all aspects of both orgs (not just salary)

Thanks!

Chinese top brands phones have come a long way and are quite great.
It's unjustified how much flak they receive.

Sometimes I go in stalls to pee so I can check my phone at the same time without being judged

Can you all share what the average comp for S1 or S2 (S1 for FDD internal transfer) for FDD is currently for Big 4 in the Southwest US region. Feel free to throw out any base salaries and bonuses seen in the last two years and this year. Thanks.

I recently joined Capgemini by this friday it will be one month. I didn't receive any laptop dispatch mail or anything till now . I filled a survey form on joining fay for laptop dispatch after that nothing was updated about again.

Will we get the laptop dispatched mail if the laptop is dispatched??

Also yesterday I got a mail to attend office physically for all bench personnel. I rarely even completed 3 days in Capgemini.While joining recruiter said that atleast there will be 3 months time.

So lonely rn that I almost want to text every girl in my phone “miss you” and see who bites.

If you could take one-month off to do anything, what would you do?

Anyone familiar with a reputable site builder for a noob? I've done barely ANY web development and there are tons of builder/host sites out there, but it's hard to tell which ones are the real deal.

So how is everyone feeling about the market sell off?

Most random way you've gainned a client?

If you were a billionaire, would you take on the lifestyle of someone like Warren Buffet (who lives somewhat humbly) or Roman Abramovich (who loves the lavish life)?

Anyone driving significant growth using digital marketing? SEO creating Website leads? How are you winning business in modern innovative ways?

I have had success with natural market and referrals but as I target and segment my client base differently, I’d like to use 21st century ideas to grow my brand. What have you done that works?

Favorite font for meeting notes and other stuff in Word? What about emails?

Is anyone an AIF? Is it a pain? Is it worth it?

I am thinking of running a contest in my upcoming newsletter to win an Ipad. Has anyone done a giveway or something similar before? I am a state level RIA btw

Talked to a Jones old-timer today and he advised knocking off a list of 50+ yr olds with $. He said it made him more $ faster. Was wondering if anyone had success with this method?

Anyone have experience with the firms Fortis Lux Financial or Lenox Advisors in NYC? Looking to change from large insurance company to more of a financial planning, family office environment. Advice?

Best books you read this year that aren’t about sales, marketing or prospecting?

Can some of you experienced folk recommend some good books for rookies? What are your favorites for investment strategies, marketing, selling, etc.?

I’ve seen several cases this month where a another rep had the client take a hefty penalty to get out of a fixed annuity and transfer the assets to them. Does your firm have rules preventing that?

Thinking about going independent and operating out of my home office. Does anyone have any thoughts to share about that? I’m wondering about clients coming to my home and FINRA issues.

I've done parts of the CFP but couldn't sit for the exam. I am thinking about finishing the requirements to sit, but I am wondering if my time would be better spent prospecting. Thoughts?

Anyone have experience with Fisher Investments and their portfolios? I lost a nice account to them today because I made a conservative investor 18% last year, but his buddy made 25% with fisher. :(

Any advice for starting to get back in shape? I used to be in good shape, doing orange theory all the time, but stopped going. I haven’t worked out in months besides walking.

What is your next Client Appreciation or Prospecting event?

What are your favorite YouTube channels? Ideally industry specific or ones that benefit your life or work. Thanks!