Question for (especially) South Florida fish. We are thinking of getting away towards the end of the year to south Florida and looking for recommendations for a spot where it will be warm, has a beach and preferably lesser crowds. Don’t want a swanky and popular destination (e.g South Beach) but needs to be safe (2 kids) and just enjoy beach and food. Looking for recommendations both for location and an actual hotel / Airbnb type accommodation that will work for 2-3 weeks..

Hello fellow Protiviti members. I have currently been in talks with the company about moving on to my next career opportunity at the Boston or Atlanta offices and want to get an idea of what life is like working for the company. I currently work for PwC, I'm sure some of you come from big4 and understand the low salary, long hours, and office politics that PwC and other big 4s bring. Do you enjoy working at Protiviti more than PwC? How is work/life and travel requirements? Reinvest stuf requird?

Looking for referrals for a Technical Sales Executive position that is Remote (USA), possibly in the industrial sector. Last year I made $109k at AT&T so I'm hoping to at least stay in the same ball park but want a change. I have lots of experience selling IT/telecom, but I also have a Mechanical Engineering background so I'm a good fit for a wide range of technical sales. I have been thinking a role in the industrial sector with a longer sales cycle may be a good fit, can travel up to 25%

Recommendations for am impromptu 8 day road trip from Dallas area early may? Parents + 3 year old in tow; enjoy nature, scenery, good food, anything with history. New to area so literally haven’t explored anything yet (but want to avoid Austin San Antonio trip)

Graduated with a degree in managerial science and minor in marketing and a sales certificate from a very prestigious business program in GA. Have had 4 different management positions in the past. Looking for opportunities in sales that allow me to travel constantly. Preferably base + commission but open for anything with traveling (within/out the country) anyone can help me network? Thank you!

Anyone been to Langkawi? Debating between ritz or st Regis and hoping for some reviews. Any other information would be helpful too! Thanks

Thoughts on the proposed JetBlue -Spirit Merger?

I used to be a big fan of Jetblue(nyc based), but lately I feel like the airline is just as bad as the low cost ones. Old aircrafts, canceled and delayed flights. I can see why it’s important for JetBlue to have this merger for their relevance in this field.

I am short 1140 PQP short to maintain my United status. I have a Turkish airline flight booked, would this be enough to gain the needed PQP? Not sure how to check / calculate. Thanks!

I am going to India for a month. May have to change my return date. Any suggestion on what insurance/other option to reduce the ticket update cost impact.

Hi everyone I am asking for referrals for CVShealth and United Healthcare. There a few positions I have my eye on. A referral would be appreciated thank you Stay cool out there

My PTO was approved for the Thanksgiving & Christmas weeks but I’m totally clueless about the vacation spot given the pandemic situation. Requesting your recommendations. Warm places preferably! Thinking of Hawaii/Keywest

Has anyone had experience travelling to the US from the Schengen area, while on OPT. I understand that students on an F1 visa are allowed to re-enter, but It’s unclear what happens for students on OPT (not in college anymore)

Has anyone gotten the vaccine at United center? Are they asking for any proof of eligibility?

I'm just so angry when I wake up after travel and the points aren't updated yet

Best Marriott/SPG property for a couple’s stay in Amsterdam? End of December - want to be reasonably close to city center but not break the points bank (<~50k a night ideally )

I have H1B visa from previous company. Does anybody know the process to transfer it to PwC?

PS - Just wanted to be prepared for travel if any opportunity comes. I know it is long shot as travel is restricted.

Best fall vacation destinations on a biglaw budget?

Deepest you’ve been on air?

If i create a bowl designed to meet, date people would that interest anyone 😭😭

Hi everyone, I am an ios developer with 7 years of experience. I have exposure in both Objective-C and Swift. I am looking out for a job change. Please see if you can refer me.

I am open to work in Germany, Canada, Australia, U.S.

Hello,
If anyone can answer ,
On how time it will take normally for HR discussion and final release of offer after clearing the interview?

Today Pfizer announced that trials show that their vaccine is 100% effective for teens ages 12-15. Do you think most of our students will get it for next year?

Do people in tax immediately drop down to 40 hours after April 15/18th? Or do they continue to work more than 40?@

New to city, looking for good restaurant recommendations please.

I want to share my TCS interview experience. I got selected for one project TR, MR everything was over. The manager of the project confirmed me that I m selected and I will get offer letter soon. I was excited to join TCS due to job security,wlb, etc.
Later when I check with the HR they are saying we couldn't proceed as you are selected for some other project. I was shocked to hear this. But till now i m waiting for other project call 😂. I lost trust in TCS. They are wasting our time,efforts

1-140 premium processing, it took 2 business days to approve.

Does leadership know when you google “Guidehouse” the first thing that pops up is a grill in MD.

Also, will a free soda (after the purchase of a brisket sandwich) be a part of our bonus this year?

Does Amazon send used laptops for new joinees? I got used Macbook, just wanted to know if this is normal.

If anyone is moving back to the city/looking for a new lease in late July/August 1 and needs a roommate, please DM!

For Plaintiff's attorneys, how big is your caseload? What kind of cases are the majority of them and are they in suit? I am currently handling 150+ mostly MVAs and premise liability cases, just about all in suit, (on top of about 10 DUIs and other small traffic matters) and I feel like I'm drowning and looking to jump ship. What is normal/to be expected? In NYC area if that matters

By when are the ratings decided and when are they communicated?

Is anyone willing to share tips on avoiding burnout and setting boundaries with their executives? I have six people on my desk and am finding it difficult to stay motivated and continue giving everyone the same level of support.

Anyone here have any experience working for a major news publication? I’d like to know if that’s a goal worth pursuing and hear some stories.

I'm trying to figure out how to pivot out of my current job. My department is in utter chaos, which has just become completely unmanageable. I'm looking for front-end web design work, and work from home. I am a strong designer and basically set up landing pages for large companies on a proprietary CMS in our company. If anyone knows of places I could apply? I'm not trying to reinvent myself as I do artwork on the side and would rather grow that business and get out of the chaos of fortune 500.

Happy Martinmas everyone!

Today is the anticipation of the festive meal, the Catholic Thanksgiving, the harvest festival, the autumnal carnival!

Tomorrow, or beginning tonight, is the Feast of St. Martin of Tours one of the most important double feasts of saints

Wellbeing Rewards - Hallmark business connections is down since more than a month.. how do I redeem my dollars?

Just quit my job.. couldn't handle it anymore . Not sure what to do next ! But oh well I will figure it out sooner or later !

What is the partner process like at McK and BCG? Do they still get equity and pension like PwC? I am thinking about switching but it seems harder. I am just a Senior Associate.

Starting on a top heavy project - 2 directors and me (associate). tips? I have heard other associates in similar situation talking about difficulties e.g. lack of support and super long hours

How does your firm measure utilization? I work for a small boutique that defines it as utilization = number of billable hours/2,080 and full bonus payout occurs at 80% plus.

Any women (or men) go through egg freezing to keep the option of having kids later in life? 35 y.o. and starting to feel like my opportunity to have kids is slipping away quickly. Thanks for sharing..

Gmat or GRE for b school. Does it matter ? Many top schools are now accepting GRE.

Has anyone used gliders that stick on tyres of office chair, for better movement over the carpet?

2yrs of post-undergrad experience at D and have offers from two FAANG companies. Worth it to stick it out for a couple more years to open up more offers down the road, or should I get out while I can?

Folks, what's your ideal replacement for a fresh vegetable/fruit protein smoothie? I am in the middle of nowhere and I like drinking my vegetables and protein but there is no place here that will do

What essential courses or books do you recommend for coming up to speed on Product Management?

I feel like the more you’re exposed to corporate life, the more you become bitter. Many nice, genuine people I met work outside this bubble. They radiate pure kindness.

Do you deduct your internet as an home office expense on your tax returns? Any other common consulting deductions I should be looking at ?

Have an interview with dropbox for s&o associate ... any experience from fellow 🐟?

I feel like the people on my flights to and from XNA and in XNA every week are starting to become family ...

Book recommendations for a vacation?

I’m so depressed, have been for years, and don’t see it getting better. I’ve tried everything from therapy, exercise, psychiatry, journaling, self help books, healthy diet, etc. what else is there?

What volunteer work do you do in NYC?