PwC New York Metro holiday party invitation just went out. No longer allowed to bring +1s. Brutal.

Any recommendations for a single diver going to Bonaire over the Xmas-new year holiday? I’d like to do a good bit of shore diving but would need a dove buddy.

Just had to go to thesaurus dot com to look up synonyms for “exciting”. I think I need a vacation….

Starting a new job next month, and considering taking two days off for kids’ spring break next month. Not sure whether it’s appropriate to request time off for a new job (I would’ve preferred not to take any time off for first three months). I may just be able to just ask for a single Friday off (so 1 day rather than 2 days).

Any thoughts on whether I should proceed with the request? I just came from big law and want to make sure I’m not making a bad impression on my colleagues.

So annoyed,

So my work has unlimited PTO -global company. I'm based in uk and line manager is in USA. he said I'm taking to much time off and has brought it up with upper management. I have taken in total to date 22 days with 8 (4 include an operation) more to go. My performance is above target. I just feel blindsided.

Thoughts

Favorite vacation spot ?

What is your title and how much vacation do you get?

Hi, I’m looking to switch into marketing (entry level), as consulting is not aligned with my skill set/passions. Does anyone know of any ad agencies in LA that have good work-life balance, good pay, PTO, great culture, promotions, training? Your help means more than you know!!! Looking to do informational interviews and try to network my way in, as I feel the barrier to entry was much harder than anticipated. Anything helps, thank you so much!

I have “unlimited vacation” at my firm. How much vacation/PTO is given at big law firms that don’t have unlimited?

PwC people, does vacation negatively impact utilization the same way hitting G&A does?

Anyone familiar with Covid Supplemental Paid Sick Leave in CA? Does having planned time off nullify a full time employee’s ability to use the C19 sick leave if they become sick just prior to the planned time off? (I’ve only been able to find references to eligibility being based off of hours work preceding C19 sick leave - nothing about planned time off)

Do you think we will be able travel by Christmas for a vacation?

Happy Indigenous Peoples Day!!

As a reminder, all City offices are closed, and there will be NO trash and recycling collections in observance of the holiday.

What's the longest vacation you've taken and where did you go? Thinking about capitalizing on my unlimited PTO and want some ideas.

Hello, I have accepted an offer at a competitor company and sent in my resignation letter. My start date is 5 weeks from now so I put in my end date 4 weeks from date letter was signed. The manager said I had to leave the job in 2 days and the company can only play 2 weeks of work. Is it normal how they do that?

Maybe this sounds privileged.. or plain dumb... I just got back from a really fun vacation and I’m sad! Guess i got the “back to real life” blues. How do I get back to my happy self!??

Do we observe a holiday on 1st November?

Does Slalom provide any extra days off in addition to vacation? For example, short days on summer Fridays and closure between Christmas and New Years?

Any United health group remote employees here? I recently accepted an accounting job and some of the onboard makes it seem like I’m only allowed to work from my home office. I usually spend a few weeks a year out of town visiting family and work during this time so I don’t have to use PTO but I’m nervous I won’t be allowed to do that anymore

startup Gig Alert: I am looking for a brand designer to join our startup team at Lifelines (truly a startup and we’re not in stores yet). We’re a product company set for revolutionizing how people approach sensorial wellness and I’m looking for someone with holistic experience in branding / art direction with a clear, bold visual style. Around 5 years of experience preferred. But work and personality trump years in experience. Always remote+unlimited PTO. Send me books / portfolios.

Do you get notified when your computer ships?

Hello folks,
I would like to know how is it working like with value labs? Does it care about employees?
I would really appreciate if anyone who has worked and is working with values give me some insights!!
Tia

Hi, I am looking to be referred into some top consulting firms. I am a Project Coordinator at Nielsen with 1 YOE. I have applied thru various job portals but the application does not seem to be viewed or going forward. Would be really helpful if my fellow fishes can refer me. I will be happy to discuss further on this and share my CV. Have a good day!

With everyone seeming to be “hiring” I’ve had job interviews with various firms: EY, Plante Moran, Doren Mayhew, Rehmann, to name a few..
Apparently I just suck at interviewing, or the firms in my area are not hiring. 🤦

What is expected salary for senior tax 1 in Boston with cpa at mid tier firm?

I want to give a Christmas gift to the manager of the gym I go to. She’s awesome and I just really appreciate her. I can’t think of any ideas though! Can anybody think any good ones? I do not know much about her personal life except that she’s a single mother.

Ok folks. Thoughts on dApps? What are the most immediate use cases you see bringing value to businesses

How many days it would usually take to receive H1B approval notice in the mail? Have been contacting BAL since my case was approved on 06/17 and still they haven’t received it.

What is caregiver leave in bny ? How to opt for caregiver leave? Any medical proof required for the same?

Any firms in London hiring US qualified associates into their capital markets practice?

Hello fishes,

I recently gave my technical phone screening interview for the role of BA 1 at Amazon it went pretty good was able to answer 90% of the answers but after that I see that my job application shows on their portal shows 'no longer under consideration' although I'm yet to receive any mails from them.

Can anyone tell me what it means have I been rejected or something else.

Thanks everyone

Hi Verizon Fishes,

Need your feedback on Verizon India Job security, I will be joining soon in Verizon. I got some negative feedback from social media that Verizon fired around 1000 employees without notice. It should have happened on 2019.

Can you pls share your thoughts on this?

Thanks,

Anyone ever get hired as a senior to a different firm in under two years?

Can someone explain what meta verse is to me like a baby? 🧐

So today was my first day on a stimulant (diagnosed as an adult), and everyone says its suppose to feel like *boom* magic, or normal (?) , I guess. Knowing that is figurative, what should I actually be expecting? I feel mostly the same, I think, though I came in and actually did started my work today. But I mean, somedays I do that...I just don't want to psyche myself out if I'm expecting too much. Or pscyhe myself in if I actually might not be experiencing what I should.

Men’s belt that goes well with jeans. Any suggestions ? Pictures also welcome

What’s your theme song? The song that helps you get your head in the game when you have a big hearing or meeting

Filmmakers, have you found work in social media with the rise in short videos? How is it going?

Anyone live at home right after college (while consulting)? Curious as to reasons why/if you feel it was a good idea

Best consulting firms for PE work (CDD,Value Creation)? Looking for the best firm for exit ops to PE ops eventually. Thanks!

What are the most overused catch phases in consulting? Bonus points for double entendres 😉

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 🤨).

What are some publications, books, podcasts, online classes etc that can help me prepare for my first year in consulting? Have 5 years of experience in finance and making the jump to consulting.

With the new one executive order on US visas, trying to read through the fine print to see the impact to existing visa holders. I flew home to Ireland as both my parents were sick (both since recovered a couple months later thankfully). Now waiting for Covid travel restrictions to be lifted so I can return. Reading conflicting updates from multiple sources, can anyone provide guidance? (I have L1-B Visa since last year).

Anyone heard of “Agile @ Edge” ???

Have any US 🐠 gone abroad for their MBA? Looking at LBS / HEC. Pros, cons? Not looking to exit into MBB, FAANG.

Deloitte fish: I’m an alum trying to do some retirement planning. I was an SM2 vested in the pension plan (I worked in DTTL for 7 years ending 2013) and want to find out what my actual benefits will be and at what age. I have no paperwork and 800-Deloitte does not seem to have a way to route me to the right people. Does anyone have a human contact or procedure that can help me get this info?

Any good book recommendations for new Managers in consulting ?

Does anyone have a problem with tanning in the cali sun? Dark skinned here. The tan is uncontrollable and I think first time I may have some sunburn
#bayarea

Recos for a good sunscreen thats not too heavy on the pocket? That i can slather on! Does it prevent tanning?

Any idea what Deloitte and Accenture Strategy pay in Singapore at the Manager level (post MBA)?? Thanks!

Hi, could anyone please like my post so I can DM people? Thank you in advance!

Ugh! Got 2 hours left in a 14 hour drive with younger sis. Both of us getting on each other's nerves and I hate road trips. Help fbfam! Anything entertaining? 😔

Should I get the iphone X or wait for the next iphone?

OTS is growing rapidly and leadership has asked us SMs to assist with recruiting. One of our needs is for cybersecurity and data privacy consultants interested in M&A e.g. CISSP, CISA, CIPP, CIPM, etc

Books you would recommend for consulting or personal development?

McKinsey fishes: I’m now in final round of interviews. Realized I don’t know anything about the benefits package. What are the key things you like about benefits, e.g. the free health plans?