Planning on returning from maternity leave and quitting my first week back. Do firms usually make you pay back the money from leave? Nothing in our employee handbook on this, so figured I’d ask

Hi All,

How long do ppl in the US generally take leaves in December for vacation?
Only last couple of weeks or the entire month?

Hi ,
I have got sodexo card activated today. I found there is Meal Pass card, Meal benefit pass card and Cafeteria card

Which one we get money loaded ? Will that only usable in Bofa cafeteria!

I am wanting to start investing in real estate in the new year… I’m using this month to read up on it and familiarize myself with it. I am a true beginner and wanted to ask for any tips, tricks, advice, books, videos, magazines, podcasts, etc to start? Please let me know!

How are these 100% remote positions working? Is anyone living in one state and working in another? I’m wondering about tax consequences and bar admission in particular. Appreciate any insights!

For those that lateraled to another firm for FDD work - was your 2 week period paid out? Were you worked? Should I expect to have a 2 week paid vacation when I put in notice?

Receiving approx 30% pay bump to move firms. Stay schemin boys

Is there any internet/broadband reimbursement program here at HSBC EDPI?
If yes, how much?

I'm a young professional finishing my first year of my career. Last month I opened a brokerage account & invested $4000 in the stock market. I'm planning to invest at at least $2000/month every month now with the goal of creating a passive income stream. Do any of you have experience with a dividend growth strategy? How did you get started?

How much are you contributing to your 401k?

Question for anyone whose left the firm: I've been here for 9 years so my pension is fully vested. What happens to it if I leave?

Anyone holding Hyln for long term ? What did you buy it for and what is your price target ?

Best books about product management for a good exit to industry? I already have an MBA and PMP but looking for a refreshed perspective since it’s been years since my formal education.

Currently reading “Product Managements Sacred Seven” but it’s geared toward the startup world. I am in healthcare and not looking for a startup role. TIA!!!

Pro tip: live close to poorer people to feel rich. The feelings of wealth are extremely subjective and is mainly based on comparison

Working as a Business analyst in BFSI for last 10 years. ( Married, have a kid)
What should be the next step
Current options I thought-
1. Planning for a switch ( but ye shayad chalta rahega)
2. Planning for a good certification- did SAFE product owner and all but kuch khas nai hai
3. Planning for a PHD ( part time ) not sure, not clear may be a good option as I can move to education line.
What else guys
Serious answers 🙏🙏
Any senior who can help

Roth or traditional 401k? I already have some in roth with previous employer.

Wondering if I should look into anxiety meds (or if I’m just a baby and need to get used to this life).

Have you tried any? Did it help? Affect your productivity? Which ones? tya!

Is it just me or does anyone else know or have an inclination that their employer committed fraud after receiving PPP loans during COVID pandemic?

Hey all, started my role as a recruiter at an agency recently and had my first placement! It was great until the candidate wants to renegotiate the base and benefits after the current company counter-offered when the candidate no longer sees the future. Any tips on what to say to bring back to focus? The current role is a Sr. Acct Receivable (less than 2yr) and going into collections specialist at a global law firm.

What’s the parental leave policy at your firm? Maternity vs paternity? Is two weeks paternity leave pretty standard?

Have you ever not eaten for a really long time but just can’t? I’m tired and hungry but there’s some sort of...wall. I can’t get myself to do it. Not anorexic, I’m chubby, but...anxiety.

Looking for an accounting job in industry (remote). Any recommendations for someone with a tax background?

Recently laid off and looking for recruiters that specialize in media/strategy/advertising (both agency and client side). Sure there are others looking as well - would greatly appreciate any info.

Anyone here going to the EY holiday party this Thursday alone? I am 😅 and i think i’d be fun to meet other gals and keep each other company!

Anyone have a good doctor (general practitioner) they like and would recommend? I would prefer someone gay (cute would be great) who understands the special health needs for gay men.

Hi, I am in search of a job with Profile Storage administrator for Bangalore location. Have a relevant work experience of 5 years in NetApp products and troubleshooting. Currently working working as Sr. Technical support Engineer for NetApp project with location Bangalore

Please contact me if anyone has any reference

How is mphasis jpmc client

Is it just me or all the hot people in advisory? [9th floor]

What’s the best projectors for a home theatre room setup?

I have a love-hate relationship with DU.

Fishbowl Happy Hour this coming Thursday, 7pm onwards at Brother Jimmy's! Looking forward to meeting everyone!

Does anyone have the Autononous Ergochair 2? If so how is it?

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.

Question that could belong here or in the Relationships bowl:

How do women prefer to be turned down if the guy they’re pursuing is not interested. I know men have the capacity to deal with rejection poorly, and I’m not suggesting otherwise. But in my anecdotal experience , women take the gentle “no thanks, not interested” poorly.

Hi fishes,
Can anyone please guide me what to prepare for second round(managerial round) for java developer.

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

Any good business/consulting books on amazon kindle that y’all have read that has helped you in your job?

Any advice for how to decline travel? Partner is pushing for us to go but there is a delta variant and I want to be able to spend time with my family without worrying I’ll infect them. The team culture is quite toxic (these people berate each other daily) so I feel uncomfortable speaking up, but I really don’t see a good reason for going there to do work I can do from home.

Can someone working in strategy explain me what is that you guys do without being mean ?

I need to get married to spread my health insurance plan. It’s that good.

I’m not motivated at work. Any tips?

My female FB fam: Will soon be trying to conceive, but nervous as I will have to stop my ADD meds (Adderall/Vyvanse). Has anyone been through this? How did you deal with fatigue on top of no meds?

Suitcase recommendations? Brand, price.

If your role is being closed/being laid off (not due to performance issues) just firm downsizing, do you tell the companies you are interviewing? How to phrase it?

Best books on leadership and sales skills?

Anything going down tonight in LA/Hollywood?!

Do you dry clean your clothes every week or just wash them at home?

Planning to do a PRM or FRM qual. How useful is it to move from Big 4 Risk and reg consulting to industry? Finding it hard to get anything other than non-PM roles

Can anyone provide a little insight into the Accenture Workday practice. Culture, team structures, travel, etc.

So, following that plebe preferences post from last week, I have found myself playing Safeway Monopoly. Like any lonely consultant would, I've gotten into it. Feel free to send me your tickets haha

For people in consulting - do you often read books about project management and motivation? Would appreciate your recommendations (preferably the ones with more than one thought for the whole brick of text 🤨).

Best consulting firms (including boutiques) if you want to do product design/development

Has anyone put in papers and the firm tried or put in some effort to keep them?

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