Rules for thee not for me!

Hey Fishes, How much hike can i expect when i am being promoted from a GCB 7 to 6? My Current package is 10.50 and YoE 9 yrs

What is the obsession and appeal for MBB among MBA grads? Is it really that amazing - from afar it seems like it may be romanticized (maybe not the right word) among applicants. I know it’s way better than the work I do now, so I’m not knocking MBB at all. It’s super impressive. Maybe a better way to phrase it is that MBA applicants seem to have a fairy tale view of consulting as a whole. I get the impression that people think a job in consulting is a magic ticket anywhere

Anyone else at a firm with a fiscal year starting November 1 in limbo with hours? I've hit my bonus hours but there's no way to hit the next bonus level in just a month so I'm just gonna give the firm like 180 free hours...

Looking for thoughts on Wordpress chatbot plugins. Looking for a sort of basic chatbot that pops open when you visit our website and will prompt a conversation. We have a small team so something that is engaging and can direct to sales when questions become more complicated. Thoughts? TYIA

Hello 🐠s, looking for a referral to McK, OW & S& for entry level roles in DXB. Anyone willing to refer/share any insights? Thanks!

Is it me or the wifi in hotels is too bad to play online games? How do you people manage gaming while traveling?

Fourth-year associate. I will soon be commuting to Midtown Manhattan to a firm that pays market. From a financial perspective, am I completely nuts to be driving in and parking? Between tolls and parking, it’s going to be close to $10K a year as opposed to the bus/train being between $2500-$3000 a year. Thing is, bus/rail is pretty reliable in the morning (in terms of availability of options), but if I’m working late service gets dodgy and I like the freedom of having my own vehicle (cont.)

No one wants to be “that account guy”. What’s that phrase mean to you? How do you avoid that label?

The unending cycle is for real. Reached my LeanFIRE number 2 months ago, yet I don’t feel satisfied. Still reaching for the stars… when will this human desire end?

So, recently got put on a PIP after six months at my new job., two days after I told my boss and HR I recently learned I have a cognitive disability caused by an illness. The PIP was mostly because I forgot some deadlines, but also they said I need to be more professional in emails (even though others use zero punctuation and a lot of emojis. To clients.) and simultaneously ask more questions and ask fewer questions. Should I just assume this is unattainable and look for a new job again?

What is the package that accenture is giving for 5 yoe experienced full stack dev(bangalore)
I asked for 17 and they say that it is ‘VERY’ high as per accenture pay.

I’m dealing with a difficult management situation and don’t know what to do, how would you report someone when nobody really cares what’s going on or is automatically going to side with the other person?

What are the best consulting firms in Europe to do AI strategy work in public sector? I have Canadian experience and I’m looking to move geographies.

How long it takes to get laptop from pune office.
I need to go on 1st sept.

Made M1 this year.Advisory practice. Secret to fast track SM? Utilization vs Selling work what should be the focus? Any tips who made M1 to SM within 3 years?

Just had year end discussion. Not at all happy with how it went

Having seen some of the wild stuff in the past couple years does anyone have a good pointer for a basic “medic” course? Help slow/stop the “oh sh*t” for the real folks to get there?

*In the group bowl for more visibility*

Have any of you been a part of the protests in Portland? If so what was your take on what is happening there.

Is the saying “man of the house” sexist?

People with tiny kids (baby/toddler), how are you coping/entertaining your little buggers? Ours is turning 1 very soon and we have a push trike in the mail, but thinking of inside activities too.

Any (not too corny) anniversary gift suggestions for a man? 5 year anniversary of dating, moving in together finally in a few months... maybe something we can add to each year? Any suggestions?

Has anyone successfully moved laterally in an org to escape a bad boss? How did you do it and how did you handle any political ramifications? (cont)

Does anyone have a couch that they love? Looking to upgrade given how much time I’m spending at home

Anyone know of entry level actuary jobs or companies that are hiring? Please PM. Thanks 🙏

If I’m fully vaccinated, where would be a good place to travel and work from right now? I was looking into Hawaii but you still have to pay for a $90 test apparently.

Anybody have any tips on how to clean a loft condo with high ceilings and exposed brick? Dust accumulates pretty fast. Recs for a solid vacuum would be appreciated.

Has anyone gotten sick or had side effects after their first or second Covid vaccine?

Comedy or good drama shows on Netflix or Amazon Prime to binge this holiday?

Trying to reschedule CIA exam that was canceled due to covid19. There are dates open in early May. Thoughts on if that will end up being canceled too due to lockdowns? In PA.

Any opinions on Grant Thorton advisory/consulting?

THERE'S A WHOLE NOTHER HALF HOUR OF THIS

Any books/self help materials for someone who is constantly worrying (and waste a lot of unnecessary time)? E.g. No matter if i pass or fail an interview, there is always something to worry about. The worrying/anxiety multiplies when I proceeded further in the interview stages. Now that I signed the offer and is pending background checks, my anxiety is off the roof as it itches closer to my starting date.

Any PRINTER recommendations? I’m desperate for an efficient and cost effective printer (cartridge runs out so quickly).

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.