Pregnant ladies or ladies with kids,
If you were still working when pregnant, did you manage to keep your workday up to truly 8+ hours and keep your utilization intact? Or,
if you weren’t feeling well and stepped away, did you factor that into your timesheet?

What are some resources on child development? I'm a first time mom and really can't tell if I'm doing enough to be sure she's learning what she needs to learn via play, activities, books, etc. at 16 months.

Can any moms that live in the DMV area suggest destinations for a baby moon?

I just got diagnosed with ADHD at 30. After years of being the weird one, problem child and dealing with my own mental and sensory overload issues I’m so relieved to have a diagnose I could cry. I am now getting recommendations to avoid medication and try therapy. Can anyone speak to that approach? I kind of feel like I’m getting that recommendation because people don’t believe ADHD is a real issue.

Is it weird if a partner’s kid is interning at a consulting firm? My guess is yes and that it’s a form of nepotism but curious to hear if this is considered okay at any other firm

Anyone in BK or Manhattan want to do a house swap? We’re in Oakland,Ca. Need a change of scenery. We’ve got a big house & yard, close to redwoods and beaches. We have 2 kids so v kid friendly digs. High end furniture etc. Would love to do 2 weeks in late September or October.

What’s slaloms maternity leave policy? How long do i need to come back to work before i can quit and not owe anything back to the firm for maternity leave?

Man, I am so tired of the whole concept of timesheets, billable hours, utilization, etc. that is public accounting.

What is a good 1st birthday gift for your own child? Leave me ideas below. For context, I already have a 529 account for her and another general savings account and plan to contribute to each of those at the end of the year. I know she’s probably still too young to care but still want to get her something nice and memorable

I am working my ass off for this weekend but kinda like it because my utilization rate is going up....

Hi there! Anyone tried to wean a baby off thumb sucking before 1 y.o.? She only does it in her crib and I would have no problem with it if she didn't have constant eczema on her hands from sucking. I give her pacis instead but she spits them out quickly and doesn't bother looking for them bc her thumb is right there. Any advice?

I am 4 months pregnant and jus treated positive for covid. I am so scared and nervous but all the research seems to be all over the place and my doctors seem calm. But has anyone experienced this or any guidance available to share? Thank you

When hirings managers ask illegal or unethical questions that is not relevant to the job or skills needed for the role like...
How much are you making at current job
Are you pregnant or have any children
Do you have reliable daycare
Do you have reliable transportation
Do you have a criminal record

Have y'all experienced this?

Ideas for gifts for my 2 friends who are hosting our couples’ baby shower? I appreciate them so much and want to show some gratitude.

Hi! Does anyone have entry level remote recruiting roles available? My mother is finally able to work again after a bad car accident and is looking for a career change. She was previously in retail leadership and has great soft skills and the ability to learn and grow with a team.

Please DM if you have any opportunities to talk more!

How long before it's reasonable to look for a new job? Been here 3.5 months, and not being challenged or fully utilized despite my requests/efforts/experience.

My wife is worried about her job. She works as a vendor to wipro.her manager told her to send resume and docs to upload, they will transition her from vendor to wipro payroll. Her parent company is asking her to tell wipro not interested.she wants to get converted to wipro permanent payroll. Is there any NOC required from vendor?pls comment

What were some challenges y’all faced this week?

I’ll start. Trying to get non local resources utilized. National Leadership thinks this is the answer to our problems but local leadership is hesitant.

How is everyone staying motivated at work while going through fertility treatments? On days when I have appts or get my period, all I want to do is google and read forums about it. My utilization is tanking (not because I’m blowing off work, but because I need to find and take on new work) but can’t get the energy to). I’ve told my manager about what I’m going through and she is supportive, but feeling guilty when I hear about how busy everyone around me is and I just can’t find the motivation.

Is it necessary to learn bigdata for a data scientist to grow?
Need suggestions

I am a 30 year old single woman and right now I am setting up my retirement account at my new job and of course they offer a 401k and will match 100% of my contribution up to 3% of my annual salary. They also offer a Roth 401k. I’m not sure yet if I will retire early but I may have the opportunity to do so if things go according to planned. What would you say is the wisest thing for me to do for my financial future invest in both my traditional and Roth 401k or chose one and why?

This bowl is so quite, I was hoping for some good advice.

Are there any entry level data scientist positions that you would recommend? Graduating 2023 - Studying business and data science

Anyone else take the bar exam after practicing for a while? I took another state bar this past July and just remembered that I get my results tomorrow. Now I’m all distracted and worried I failed. Sometimes I really hate our profession 🙄

Hi Fishes, how can I update dte and my source from my phone? It’s my personal phone but I do have access to outlook, teams, zoom. Please guide!!!

Hello Fishes,

I have offers in the following companies
EY GDS
ITC Infotech
Zensar tech
Cognizant

Domain : Python development
YOE : 3.3 yrs

Considering Regular shift timings, Good learning curve and Job security, which would be better. All are offering almost the same package (range of 11-12LPA). Kindly provide me some insights on which one to choose for?

What dress belt for my new midnight blue Cornwallis dress oxford? I am finding navy belts but midnight blue?

Anyone else try to buy the Robinhood IPO and got a notification they got 0 shares this morning?

What's the most cringe company wide emails you've seen? Here's one sent to around 6k folks in the org upon the guy getting fired:
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For all of you who are young, intelligent, motivated, and have a great value structure, I would urge you to leave this firm now. Most of the best talent has already left.

Take my advice, as most of you have grown to respect me over the years.

Sent from my iPad

What’s your agency’s unique take on the “The Big Idea” (and don’t say “The Big Idea” unless you’re Ogilvy). Interested to see the latest thinking from agencies putting their mark on it, expressing a unique creative POV.

Looking to pivot from Meta asap. Between the culture and the industry, I’m nervous about the state of the company. I literally had a client randomly text me, “hey, what’s the future of Instagram?” In plus Meta is on a mission to push people out by increasing performance goals in order to weed out employees. Anyone feeling just as nervous about tech as me? What are you all thinking as a next move? I’m new to tech and don’t have much intel on companies with the best culture & comp. Please help

Does anyone own a home in upstate NY that they host as an Airbnb? Or any experience as an Airbnb host in general? Curious of pros & cons.

Hi! Are there any companies out there hiring for any Marketing positions? I’m transitioning to the field after being in TV News for 4 years. I have a lot of transferable skills & I am looking to get a new start!

Car policies in Germany for MBB? Any insights? How do those progress over (do they?) heard Tier2 is providing more than tier1 firms?

When you think you are ready to be promoted this year but the manager does not think so?m. What i should do?

Asians of nyc where do you get your haircut at?

Getting counseled out as 1 year out of undergrad, any advice? I’m pretty shaken up right now (personal issues and lack of “fit” contributed to poor work quality).

Ladies with kids - how do you get back into killer shape afterwards? I’ve seen some women who are so ripped a year later, but I’m just wondering how you motivate yourselves and start out?

I am 37, no kids & this year I found out my ovaries are very cystic but I am not diagnosed with PCOS due to my hormones being in normal range. To manage pain and abnormal bleeding, she put me back on birth control pills. One month in and I can tell how much my tolerance level is much shorter. I don’t like feeling like this. Any suggestions to work with my obgyn to help either switch to another pill or look for a non-hormonal solution?

Anyone else feel like they don’t have much to talk about with their s/o these days? I’m ~3 yrs into relationship (we do not live together). Not sure if I should attribute it to our situation - already knowing lots about each other, covid making our lives more routine, & our daily texting already covering most updates real-time - or if this indicates a dying relationship/lack of compatibility. Would love to hear your situations/tips!! Just want to things to be more exciting again

Valentine’s Day talk. Are you into or feel pressured into giving gifts? Are you expecting gifts? Why and why not? Just a curious conversation starter ¨̮

When you guys are newly dating someone, do you have one long continuous conversation (that stops when someone goes to sleep, then pick it back up again in the morning) or exchange a few texts throughout the day and start a new convo every day?

How and where do you ladies find a great therapist? I’ve had the worst luck in terms of finding anyone. With travel, it’s hard. Are there virtual therapists too? Anyone tried them?

First week in a calorie deficit and Omg it’s hard. I’m 5’2”, 160 and my goal is 145 (but really 130, where I was 2 years ago). I’ve just been eating whatever and it was taking a toll on my physical and mental health. Can’t believe I used to eat like 2,500 calories thinking nothing of it…..trying to stick to 1500 and not stuff my face with fried foods anymore

Another vanity question, sorry!

What other botox-type things have you tried that are worth it and not too obvious? (e.g. any fillers? Restalyne? Other things?). Curious what else is out there and for what purpose. Don’t want to look Hollywood fake, just young 😇

Looking for an accountability buddy. I’ve been trying to lose these 20 lbs for a year now. And I think the struggle is accountability. Anyone want to join me? We’ll do macro counting and lifting. Preferably a female in 30’s who needs to lose in the 10-40 lb range. Not sure how we’d make it work, but we will!!!

Has anyone found that hyaluronic acid made their face oilier, pores larger? Using the ordinary HA

Has anyone here ever written/published a book? Like a work of fiction? Have an idea and been thinking about it a lot, but I don’t know any writers or have a sense of the actual process people go through in writing a book

I’m turning 30 this Sunday & really feeling bummed out bc of covid & not much to do. My husband shares the birthday weekend with me & my in-laws decide to come over. They’re pretty boring & I end up feeling exhausted afterwards - not sure what to do to make my 30th feel “special”

I’m looking to upgrade my luggage for the first time. Any recommendations for durable, nice soft sided checked bag/carryon sets? I’m considering beis, but I don’t see a ton of reviews for their soft sided luggage.

I have anxiety thinking about going into work Monday. I have figured out that it’s due to my toxic boss. Not sure what to do

Just moved into a new place and I put a lot effort into decorating it and I miss it! Womp womp

Anyone have tips for building self confidence as a person with high anxiety? I overthink how my boss and colleagues will respond to anything I do and have a hard time standing up for myself. I know I deserve to have boundaries and expectations and am a great employee but I am petrified of coming off as aggressive, ungrateful or bitchy. Idk if this is a sign it's time to consider meds for the anxiety just feeling very hopeless

I just moved to the east coast from LA. Any recommendations for fall and winter coats? I run cold so I’m a little terrified of east coast winters.

I am depressed for no reason . I don’t feel like taking shower. I am just sad all the time. Married for 1.5 years. Marriage life is not happy.