Restaurant dinner recommendations in Las Vegas on the strip? Open to any type of cuisine.

Anyone listening to the podcast “Dr. Death”? Both fascinating and horrifying...

Any good concerts happen to be playing in India this year, any idea ?

Is Black Panther a good movie on its own merits or just because it is empowering to black people?

I really want to go see it because I enjoy super hero movies, but am slightly worried it's a farce to push some agenda.

90s music binge is so fire right now.

Let's talk about Stranger Things S5 predictions!!! I think one of the main characters will get killed off. My bet is on Eleven but that may be too obvious. Wbu?

Just learned that we (family account) have still been paying for Netflix's DVD service, in addition to the streaming service. Last DVD rental? 2015.

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Hey any philly people here ? Also who play tennis ?

What are some easy to make, low stress holiday meals for a school holiday staff party? I was "volunteered" by our principal to set it up this year (🙄). I'm making decorated sugar cookies but kind of drawing a blank when it comes to savory dishes. Bonus points if you have any adult holiday themed games or fun drinks to suggest! It's off school property and there will be a bar (thank god), for context.

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If you want a great 30 min podcast listen, check out Science vs. PANDEMIC episode. It was made in September of 2019 and is a war of the worlds type show on a pandemic spreading through the world. It even features Anthony Fauci before anyone knew who he was.

Book recommendations? I’ve been reading atomic habits, and have moved onto Traders guns and money.

Weekly Hot take. While I am enjoying subscription based game libraries. They will be the death of quality game releases.

The House of the Dragon finale was SO good! I’m so glad they were able to redeem the franchise. What other show deserves to make a comeback like that?

What era/genre would you say we're living in right now?

I’d trade my mountain view for “what are you watching on Netflix” by the coffee machine

Is internal audit a good career path? I was presented with a position at a fortune 500 company, and I’m ready leave my PA firm, but not sure if leaving PA is right. I’m senior level

Been having so many issues with our most recently class of new associates this year - like no class before. Laziness, entitlement, and no pride in their work. Anyone else experiencing this?

What are the best virtual tools for CM?

I've used intuition and visual assessment prior to COVID. Now we find we need to more trust on how the client views the change needed (or not recognizing the need).

Is there any issue, if the designation at the time of offer is different than that of relieving? Asking because, I am leaving IBM GBS, have told my designation as Senior software engineer ( offer letter had it) to the other company, but got to know that designation IBM will be writing on relieving letter will be application developer.

Any 40+ women here interested to make new friends? 40+ man here.

About to do my first interview for an in house job (coming from a midsize firm).
What are some questions typically asked, and good answers to those questions?
What are some good questions to ask?

Any Chicago 🐠 buy their first place in the city? I’m 1-1.5 years away from buying a condo here. How long did the process take you? What do you think a comfortable price is for 2Bed/2Bath? Continue:

Ideas for gifts that can be bought in bulk for a team of 35? Don’t want to get them junk, but also don’t want to break the bank.

Best Marriott hotels in downtown Seattle for a weekend trip?

Zoom meetings have been fantastic. I can highly recommend my home group SOS. 7:30 daily. Great way to get grounded as you start your day.

I am frustrated as a Gay Woman who has given her all for 30+ years grinding to be the best. I have been in closet, out of closet, in-between and am tired of it. I want to be VALUED as a human being. I have gone from Rock Star to problem when people "found out". I have trained and promoted hundreds of people and been passed over for promotions because of not being a man. I have trained men with less experience, worse results only for them to move forward. If Diversity is important...prove it!

What are your thoughts about OMSCS course by Georgia Tech?

What do you guys think about a career in investor relations / capital formation for a decent size PE. I think principals get carry.

For as much as women claim to support each other in the work place, I routinely see you going out of your way to hurt other female co-workers in ways you would never think of hurting male co-workers.

For those who petitioned for your parents to come to the US, what health insurance plan did you purchase for them? Thank you!!

Going to join CitiusTech. What we can expect in welcome kit???

To stay or go? Is it time to move on?
I've got 4 years at a staffing agency after getting Masters in HRM and making a complete career change in 2018. Doing full cycle recruiting and account management. I feel I'm doing very well (in the role and with comp $57 base + commission = ~$91k last year) BUT I feel stuck!! I'm feeling undervalued and unchallenged. I think I'd love corporate recruiting/TA Specialist, etc. How do I make the jump? Should I just keep truckin??

What's Deloitte's paternity leave policy? And how long do you have to work there before becoming eligible?

I got offers from top consulting firms in Berlin and Amsterdam. Any ideas what factors to consider in my decision?

Thoughts on EW MBA from Booth/Kellogg/Haas. Currently SC at Deloitte and want to transition to tier 1 consulting firms

Just accepted a job at big 4, I have 1 YOE experience as a data scientist, plan is to stay for 2 years then go to MBB or masters…thoughts?

Do any of the top consulting firms hire into the Engagement Manager level after an M7 (if they had manager experience elsewhere)? I know MBB probably doesn’t but what about other tier 2 firms after that - and asking for US or Canada

What's the best consulting firms for H1B folks who have studied masters in STEM here? Got a cousin graduating this fall and he needs to know H1B/GC policies.

Do you do it (more) for the pay or for the job?

Anyone else obsessed with the Westin white tea line? 😅

Thoughts on getting a CAMS certification as a Staff/Senior?

What is the best consultancy for Media and Entertainment work? Considering a move…

Anyone else hear that post-CRT partners will get fired this year in commercial advisory? How the hell does a partner get fired....

Best business-oriented, but novel-style books with good writing, style, & interesting characters? Not really self-help/advise focused, more of actual literature with business themes/plots. Any recs?

Anyone with Deloitte Risk and Financial advisory? I’m looking at a consultant role that might be a good fit, but I’m curious for examples of projects being done? Can DM you if it’s easier? Thank you!

According to California, consulting firms don’t adapt well to remote work and will be one of the first businesses to return.. thoughts?

90% utilization, great snapshots BUT no relationships with the partners in my practice + currently on beach. Everyone I've worked with is shocked. Was told there were HC quotas. Not meritocratic.

Any good books recommendation on effective client communication/business writing?

Consulting is getting home at 2 AM when you should have been home by 9.... 🤦🏽‍♂️

Let's start a thread of Black Friday deals! Drop your favorites here!

Any must haves for consultants?