On Wednesday, a contract I was working on ended which the communication was very little and thanks to a colleague I found out 3/4 through the 3.5-4-month contract that we were earning sick time and the agency had listed the need for COVID vaccine verification (after I called them out on it they admitted to needing to update the listing).
I have had both good and bad experiences with agencies over the years although just need to be careful with the agency you are working with.

Is firm travel back up to pre covid levels?

NDAs for Nannies? I was wondering how everyone who is doing some work from home during covid handles in-house caregivers? Obviously we all take all steps to protect confidential information and realistically a caregiver isn't going to be exposed to anything we do, but does anyone require an NDA just to be on the safe side? (I dont have an in home caregiver yet, but just thinking about it.)

Does anyone have intel on signing bonus amounts (apart from Covid and year-end) for mid-level litigation associates? The move would be to a V10 firm. Thanks!

Any suggestions on volunteer opps in Atlanta? Would really like to mentor, but not sure if that’s possible given covid, so taking any suggestions.

One perk of the Southwest system - when you're in A and there's someone who hasn't showered and is clearly on the not-fun-kind-of-drugs...Ill sit anywhere but that row please

Have you ever taken or seen someone take mental health leave (medical leave)? How long did they take?

Are other agencies on promotion freezes due to Covid19? Our company has cancelled this quarter's promotion run (we can only get promoted in April or October each year).

Has anyone worked as a medical assistant for a temp agency? If so how was it? Likes? Dislikes?

Hi,

Any reviews for Swiss Re as a company? I'm close to getting an offer and want to particularly know about the following:
1. Non-monetary benefits (life, accident and medical insurance details, any other benefits)
2. Paid time off (leave) policy
3. General culture (including WFH support)
4. Work life balance
5. Typical increment and bonus levels (VP level preferably)

Hi Fishes,
My Appraisal is due this september. Can anyone of you tell me how much hike can i expect.
Cctc:6.5
Designation:Engineer
Exp:2.6
I joined in jan2020 but the training period of our entire batch was extended due to covid. Hence getting first appraisal in sept 2021.
Thanks in Advance😀

I have been on a doctors leave. I have used all of my sick day and FMLA. My school said I have to resign if doctor doesn’t release me after my appointment 5/12 my doctor wrote a lettter that said I can not go back to work and will be reevaluated Aug 15. Can tjey make me resign?

My agency is making salary cut backs cause of covid-19. Whole agency at 80%. Because I'm on a junior salary in Manchester that means 80% is less than minimum wage. Do I have any rights?

I'm struggling. people places and things. the place is work and the person is a co-worker. I had a few drinks yesterday. ill hit an AA mtg tomorrow. I'll keep trying.

Men’s jeans recs? My pre-COVID jeans no longer fit omg 💀

I’m located in WA and have been working as a certified medical assistant and front office specialist for the same organization and have 10-11 years experience. I graduated with my BS in Healthcare Management last September and I’m currently fast tracking my MBA in Healthcare Management. I have been applying for leadership roles over the last year and haven’t made any headway. I’m looking for some advice on actually moving into a role utilizing my degree.I currently make $25.80, with a raise soon

So… 3.5 year relationship came crashing in Jan due to covid depression, work burn out, lockdown etc. We have stayed in contact and recently he has come around to apologizing and considering getting back together. However he also revealed he started seeing someone casually 4 weeks ago and technically is cheating on her by meeting me for coffee and to discuss this. I’m upset that he’s dating others but shouldn’t be right? I mean, I did the same. Still hurts though. And I told him to sort that out

i have two offers, 115k and 105k. I would prefer the 105k job but they can’t match the 115k from my other offer. Has anyone ever left 10k at the table? I live in NYC Btw

Hi Fishes,

Please suggest :

Data Analytics - 5.4 YOE | 11 LPA CTC

Skills - Python, SQL, Power BI, Azure

Have one offer from EY GDS - Tax GCR - Data Analytics - Senior with 17 LPA fixed + min 10% variable VPB.

Need views on this offer/package & opportunity.

Suggest your views. @EY

How do referrals work? Do you apply first or wait for the referral, then apply? Looking for a tiktok referral.

I am 25 years old with roughly no savings. I am a consultant with a technical background. Are there any tips in side jobs/ways to make more money for savings?

Fishes, what was the annual hike this year? And was the variable pay maxed out?

Hey fishes, curious which San Diego companies you think give the best work-life balance. Can be public, private, start-up, etc. BONUS: If you work for one, do you like it there?

Is McKinsey Middle East not growing as fast as some of the other firms (BCG, Kearney, S&, …)? Haven’t heard of many people interviewing of late, especially for the UAE offices

Hello! Anyone home?

Going from PR agency to a marketing role in-house, tips and advice pretty please!!!

Looking for your career advice! I currently work as a Content Marketing Manager but would love to move into a Head of Marketing/Marketing Director role. What would be your best tips to make that move? I assume it will take time of course, but I'm wondering what/where I should invest in terms of my training and next career steps. Thanks!

Social media is changing, from IG going to video and Twitter….well. It has become clear how important focusing on multiple social media channels can be.

Hello Fishes,

Looking for European and UK based companies for QA role

Hi Guys,

Those who joined Cts recently, is it mandatory to Submit both release letter and resignation acceptance mail before onboarding

considering betting a ton of money on tomorrow’s elections via “predict it”, as an emotional hedge. is this a stupid idea or a genius idea

I just had to send my husband away in an ambulance. I’m not allowed to go with him or even go to the hospital. I don’t know what to do. I can’t even be there for my husband.

What is your favorite holiday tradition/event to attend in San Diego?

Hi friends! I need help helping my friend get a remote job anybody hiring for 100% remote work?

I’m likely on the way out from current role. who’s hiring? Bachelors in business, 5+ years in finance/risk/analytics roles

How do you know if you're being passed over because you're "overqualified"? I'm not taking about people who apply to jobs that they're clearly not qualified for

Has anyone talked to a therapist or professional about being unemployed? At this point I feel like it's making me depressed. Are there other unemployment support groups out there?

If you’re looking for a full-time entry level position or higher (tech, consulting, business), with flexible remote/hybrid work, PM me (:

Business Transformation consulting project with a consumer products leader recently ended in NYC and looking for my next role

On the chopping block. actively looking. anyone hiring?

If you could, how would you change things to prevent yourself from becoming unemployed?

Do you guys feel like Biden is actually the cause of the unemployment rate being down? In 18 states where the rate is down significantly, 15 of them are run by republicans... just saying. Everyone's praising him for bringing the economy back but I'm still unemployed...and the cost of living is more pricey than ever.

IT Audit staff position available in Denver. DM me if interested

🐠 who were counseled out & now unable to start a new job due to COVID-19 hiring freezes—were you able to get unemployment? If so, how? Not sure how to answer the application questions about how/why I left the company. TIA for your help

Whatever you do don’t turn on networking...

DM me if you’re looking for a referral to work at Dell Technologies. Global offices eligible

Has anyone been fired and then subsequently received unemployment? I was let go this week and am wondering if that is realistic to expect. Thanks!

Need advice on salary range for a role I'm interested in. Change Management Analyst role in HR at American Express. I have 3.5 years of experience, mostly in the CM space. Is 98K too high/low? (NYC)

How do you keep up/in touch with your network? Mine barely post anything on LinkedIn, so commenting on their posts is out of the question, and apparently it's impolite to just message or email them if the job searcher doesn't have anything to share besides asking for a referral or opening. If I don't have any relevant information to share with them, what should I do?

Looking for roles on the Customer/Marketing/Sales Consulting side of things. MBA w majority of time in industry looking to make a switch.