older 🐠... what are some phrases / words / slang you've seen on here or heard in the workplace that you don't understand?

How do you deal with references as a freelancer? Most of my past gigs - I had managers on paper but it was a formality as I led my own work so don't feel comfortable asking them to be a reference.

Any thoughts on headshot clothes and pose? I’m getting one soon and am thinking standard navy suit, white shirt, and red tie for professional. I’ll also do a biz cas and casual shot for personal use.

It’s 2020. Is a small dainty nose ring still perceived as unprofessional in the workplace? I work in the finance industry.

Has anyone else ever dated a coworker?

There’s no reason you have to put up with a job you hate. I spent many years working in a toxic environment with a boss who gossiped and lead through fear. He wasn’t really much of a leader but basically a foreman. And he could make my existence miserable. I admit that it wasn’t easy to find another job but the bottom line is: trust your guts. If you feel something is wrong it’s because it probably is. Don’t second guess yourself. Look for options and and fight for your mental health.

How do you deal with a team who only takes action when they have gotten the cosign from white counterpart? I.e. Maybe place a tag ...no action. White counterpart, I agree we should place a tag 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

It appears J Crew is filing bankruptcy this weekend and brooks bros might not be too far behind. What are consultants going to wear when we eventually get back to work??

My MD won't stop saying "penetrate" in our meeting. Apparently I still have the humor of a 10-year-old

What does everyone wear for client meetings in a WFH setting

Do we need follow any dress code when working from office?

Formal/Smart Casuals/Kuch bhi ??

One of my coworkers has withheld information that's important to my research because of a personal conflict we had. Should I speak to management or is it his right?

Mid-level when she's leading the call: please make sure you take notes. It's expected of the person not leading a call (note I always take notes)

Me(jr): asked to lead a call for a different deal as training. Mid-level doesn't take notes (also on call) and tells me it's the job if the junior to take notes.

If buy the partners you work with regularly a holiday gift, how much do you spend? Usually I get baked goods or food items which you can’t tell the actual amount spent on. This year, though, I’d like to support local restaurants by encouraging people to order takeout—hence, giving gift cards.

How much is appropriate for a restaurant gift card from an associate to a partner?

Just got rejected by an opportunity that I was really excited for / aligned perfectly with my interests and skillset. Pretty bummed by it :( How do you all self-motivate after these kind of rejections?

How can I get my *micro* manager off my back? I know I haven’t been doing the best work this quarter, but emailing me all damn day isn’t going to help me do better, I do know that.

Getting really frustrated with a boss that is completely bipolar in our interactions. Management does not seem willing to tell them to stop being psycho. Beginning to think the only way out is out

Any advice on how to deal with a partner/boss who is shifting all responsibility to me with zero guidance, no mentoring, and an unwillingness to discuss the issues? (Small firm, only associate under this partner and have been working at the firm for 2 years). There are an increasing number of passive aggressive comments from the partner who expects to be completely hands off once the case lands on my desk. Wants me to figure it all out despite cases being from different areas of law.

I’m kind of stuck what to do. The principal at my school is very intimidating, confrontational, and not pleasant to work for. I love teaching but feel like I have to walk on egg shells around him.

Baby due end of Jan and wife taking full maternity leave (12 wks) and then back to work. Considering taking paternity (16 wks) after that. How and when do I tell my various teams and file paperwork?

Just confirmed an interview Salesforce as a Financial Analyst! Looking for tips from anyone who has gone through their process, would be greatly appreciated. Nervous as this is a position I'm been trying to get!

How do you deal with references as a freelancer? Most of my past gigs - I had managers on paper but it was a formality as I led my own work so don't feel comfortable asking them to be a reference.

Have a spider mite infestation on a lemon tree I brought indoors for the winter. Anyone have any ideas for how to kill them? I looked online and have tried neem oil, but it doesn’t seem to be working too well. Help!

Curious what other junior associates at PR agencies are making off the bat? I earned my master’s degree last year and accepted a JA role for $36K. Recently, my salary was adjusted to $40K due to having been on the lower end of the pay spectrum for my role. Wondering if my new salary is more aligned with others at my level.

What professional organizations are you apart of & do you feel that they contribute greatly to your career path?

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

What is the most expensive thing you have ever bought? How much did it cost you?

I’ve been in tech sales for 20+ years. Have an opportunity to take a position at a tech company in Sales Enablement. Anyone have some insight into this type of role? Is it interesting, challenging, collaborative?
Thinking about coaching others in sales could be fun for me at this stage.
Would love some input as this is a new field unfamiliar with.

I applied to MBB in December while working at a boutique but did not get an offer. I lateraled to Tier 2 firm, but looking to interview again. How long should I wait until applying again? Is there a freeze time?

Hii guys, need 11 likes to dm. 😊 Thanks

Trump crony Roger Stone convicted on all counts.

The best people!

Rs, do you agree that the Trump administration should immediately begin to provide the Biden administration with classified material, especially on national security matters and the pandemic?

I am going to Istanbul for two months for work. 24 yo male. Any advice from people with experience living there? How should I dress? Do’s and donts? Things to do?

Sheryl Sandberg is out of Meta

I have an office desk already at home but its a sitting desk. Looking to buy an addon that can be placed on top of the desk and levered up to be used as a standup desk. Any suggestions?

Anybody looking for a referral in Salesforce please feel free to reach out 😊

Went to a good but small liberal arts college no one has heard of. Want to slap some ivy on my resume. What masters programs sound impressive but are actually easy to get into?

Any advice on how to switch from big 4 to tier 1 consulting firms like BCG and MCK?

I don’t relate to nor look up to any of the leaders at my firm… time to jump or is this the case everywhere?

Is the opportunity cost of living in a “luxury” apartment worth it? Say $1500/month. For context, 100k salary living in Chicago and really not sure what my budget should be. No debt or other major expenses.

Can anyone confirm for my friend if PwC takes referrals for graduate/entry level positions? In Australia, if that matters.

If you are on a billable project but happen to have a day we’re you aren’t asked to do much, do you still bill the 8 hours for being on call. Or do you only bill the 1–2 hours you work that day on client work? Less than 1 YOE. Curious on your thoughts on billing 8 hours a day even if you don’t necessarily work the whole time. Is this something you have done? I also under stand that billing less than what you work is not ideal, “eating hours.” But what about billing more than you “actually” work

How does Accenture’s cell phone reimbursement policy work if you don’t want a new device and just want reimbursement for the plan? From what I am reading we have to charge the cell plan to client?

Any KPMG Federal Healthcare Policy 🐠 in the House? If not, anyone from KPMG willing to give me a referral? See a job posting for which I am a very strong fit. Thank you!

Looking for some book recommendations :)

Got an offer for 140 base VP position at a bank. Is that low? 4.5 YOE

I got an email from a Cybersecurity Advisory Partner with the subject "Catch-up". Last week we all rolled-off from project abruptly b/c the client terminated the contract. Am I getting laid off?