On vacation with my wife and kids. Just woke up to the sound of the "early Checkin" text from Delta. FML.

Is firm travel back up to pre covid levels?

What’s the most entertaining (in a good or bad way) thing you’ve ever witnessed at a firm outing or holiday party?

Currently asking around for others that work in the hospitality industry specifically banquets or banquet serving what is the tip pool break down at your hotel servers,captain, houseman, house percentage do you think your paid fairly from the tip pool?

American airlines is so dumb. Was trying to purchase MCE seats for a long-haul. You can’t
purchase it online after check-in. And they can’t uncheck you over the phone. Good thing I fly Delta!

Need some advice on renting here in ATX.

Back in May 2021, I rented a property that had sustained damage during the big snow storm. This wasn't disclosed at lease signing. The home leaked every time it rained, mold was found in the home & the LL failed to make repairs that resulted in me falling down a flight of stairs. I moved out& rented an apt for 2 mos before signing a lease on the house I live in now. This house has a serious big problem& I've found mold here too. Continued below

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?

What is the firm per diem for accenture strategy? You can spend this on travel engagements ?

How are holiday party expenses handled at your firm? The MDs on my floor usually split the cost out of pocket.

Which companies & roles pay very well, hybrid work approach, and allowed unlimited pto?

I’m traveling from the US to London, and then taking the Eurostar to Paris. My wife and I will be doing some shopping there. On our return to London and the US, do we need to declare our purchased goods twice? We are planning to spend slightly more than 1000 euros.

How much would you pay for a business class ticket to Asia? This is for personal travel and I am not considering buying upgrades with miles

New year checklist for amex plat, CSR, Delta, and AA? :)

Is there any way to travel or live internationally while working for the US government? I’m working in finance and accounting. Would love to know how and where.

Could anyone from Bain’s London office provide any insight into how much travel was typically involved (Pre-COVID)?
Also, how do you see the split of WFH/office/client site be going forward?
Thank you!

Why platinum and no longer platinum elite?

Flew for the 3rd time since last March. I LOVE how all these consultants (and yes you can tell they are consultants) board the plane early with status. Who really wants to be on the plane longer than they need to be during Covid? I will board last thank you very much. Status be damned.

Want to take a 1 week vacation solo between jobs in 2 weeks. Any recommendations? Budget of about 1.5K for flight + hotel / stay accommodation. Based in Chicago.

Does anyone here have multiple BoA cash rewards credit cards to maximize the 5.25% cash back with platinum preferred rewards status?

Anyone applying for Chase Marriott Bonvoy Boundless card lately? I saw that they are offering 100k points again, but NO more 15 elite nights?

roommate and his gf have been ‘hugging’ the common spaces in the apartment. i feel like i’m the guest trying to stay away from them. annoying as hell

Looking for wedding hair stylist. Anyone have recommendations?

What sort of reps are tripped up by requirements contracts?

When did free speech become so controversial?

At a tech company with less than 50 people and $6 M Revenue. Our current maternity and paternity leave policy is not good for attracting talent. 12 weeks for mom only 4 weeks paid and no time off for dads. Curious to know what policy other companies have, and can you let me know size and approx rev of company?

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I need help, I looking for a good paying job because I am tired of being a teacher assistant. I am kind of stuck and don’t know what route to take. A lot of people are saying I should do IT because I can find a work from home because of my kids or I should open a child care at home but honestly I am tired and I don’t know what to do.

I've been almost 3 years in my previous company and never have I ever tasted any raise from them. I got transferred to different accounts and LOB it was so exhausting and finally when I decided to leave and send my resignation my Supervisor be like "you know you should be thankful of your job" To be honest the job was very stressful and supervisor at some point is somehow toxic but thankful I get to take my leave.

Question for those who are married or about to be : how did you know he/she was the one? And how long did it take you to realize it?

How many days recruiter take to release letter after documents..

What’s the most unethical thing you’ve seen OC get away with?

Does anyone have membership information for Fields Ranch at the new PGA headquarters in Frisco?

Gosh I am so nervous about Sterling background check - had a couple of unpaid informal internships in college years ago, only email offer and correspondence and reference do not respond (all left).

140k / SF / F / 31

Company announced a 20% pay cut for every employee. What happens to bonuses in such a situation? I wasn’t supposed to get one but I’m curious.

What is the expected % pay jump from exiting consulting to industry?

I am currently a manager level technology consultant, with 6 YOE. Considering an offer to jump to industry's transformation team with ~30% pay bump.

Realization: I'm good at my job because I'm single

Is anyone available to give a referral to Bain, BCG, EY, or Oliver Wyman for an associate consulting position? Pls DM your email and I will send my resume (and cover letter if needed) over! Thank you so much!!

I do believe EY is d kindest when it comes to putting people first.Thank U Kelly.Resume travel based on CDC & facts, no layoffs in foreseeable future, extending trust when wfh& personal accountability

Best consulting firms for defense companies? What credentials do they look for?

Lets look at this from 1000 foot view…..we don’t need to boil the ocean here…from a business perspective….please send by EOD today *email received 7pm*…..great value add I also want to include a value share

Hey everyone,
I have a BSc degree from a semi-target university in the United Kingdom, and I currently have around 2 years of strategy consultancy experience at a Big 4 in one of Africa's most competitive economies. I'm looking to step into consulting in Dubai/ Abu Dhabi (MBB, Tier 2, boutiques, etc.).
Any referrals?
Thanks

Anybody else love the TV show shark tank? If so, two questions. 1: who is your favorite shark and why? 2: Favorite product you’ve bought after seeing it in the tank (just tried the poppi vinegar drink and it’s great!)

Is a lot of consulting just taking notes on meetings? I’m not a fan of this.

Hello,

Currently, in accenture. I have had very bad billable hours and not much achievement this fiscal year. I am worried of getting fired, so i applied for another job. Got offered may be 5% above my current pay with 5k bonus, but in lower level at Deloitte. I think working lower level will give me more opportunities to learn as i think i have lot to learn. I made decision based on my gut and accepted the offer. I have not talked to anyone on accenture side yet. What you think?

EY fish - when you are laid off, is it immediate the day you're told or do you get a little warning?

My younger brother has the opportunity to do Software Engineering at FAANG and consulting at MBB as a fresh grad. I told him to do SWE, but I’m afraid I’m giving him biased advise cause I’m jaded in this industry. If you were me, what would you advise him?

If I just chill on the bench for long will I still only get fired at the end of the year?

Best books on leadership and sales skills?

Friend’s company wants to fly them out for 2 weeks for a project without paying for their flight home during the weekend in between. This is ridiculous, right? I feel like this is absurdly unreasonable, esp given the additional hotel stays would add up to a similar cost of another round trip flight anyway

Anyone from the Milan office of McKinsey that can share their experience in this particular region? Also interested in how does it compare to BCG in terms of environment, pressure and benefits.