Sat next to Lil Boosie in first class from MCO to ATL tonight. He live streamed himself sitting in the seat drinking tea most of the flight.

Need help deciding on a location for my family's vacation. It would be my family and my brother's family (4 adults&3kids). I am thinking PR, Mexico or Hawaii. What do you guys recommend? Open to other kid friendly beach locations as well. TIA

Anyone in DFW want to do something this weekend? Just moved here and I have no friends here 😢

I’m loyal to delta, but I’m moving to a city where American is the main hub and Delta has practically no non-stop flights to/from there. It’s time for me to open a new credit card, so I was considering the Citi/American one. Any thoughts?

What are ways I can spend my $200 airline credit for the Amex platinum ? I saw upgrades don’t count and I have status so already get free baggage, lounge etc.

Recently joined and maybe a long shot: does anyone have insight or advice for condo buying in FT Lauderdale? Realtor and area recommendations?
This will be my secondary property until I can shift residency. Early 40s single. Looking at las olas condos at the moment. Thanks!

With the new merger, can I use my spg suite night awards at Marriott properties?

Has anyone seen any decent MQD run ideas for Delta recently? I’m about 8k MQDs from diamond. Seems the Aeromexico method is on hold until they are fully back up and running. Thanks!

Anyone have a wedding planner they really enjoyed in the DFW area?

Best headphones for air travel?

My Bose QuietControl 30’s fell apart this week. In the market for a replacement. What do my fellow introverts recommend for blocking noise on airplanes?

Seeking advice either from anyone already working for US GOV or any advice on how to get into it. I’m interested in working for IRS or Veterans with pm work. Any advice?

I also want to help my dad get into a permanent GOV role before he needs to retire, he’s been rejected by gov roles and can only work travel roles with fema, I don’t want him traveling as he’s getting too old and I just lost my mom a year ago. Any help would be appreciated!

Would you recommend Sedona during Christmas or San Diego during Christmas with a 1.5 year old? Entertainment, safety, meaningful experience-focused.

Sedona will be much colder, possibly snowing/icy and will be hiking, hot tub, enjoying the scenery focused. San Diego will be beach, enjoying scenery focused. Both Airbnb options look beautiful. Will also have 60 year old grandparents joining

Hi 🐟fam, looking to take a week vaca w/the family in mid-Oct...recs for best family friendly (aka fun for kids) Marriott in warmer weather locs (in or out of US) Kids are 5 & 7, travelling from MN.

Why does insulin in the United States cost 10x what it costs in Canada?

Whats the easiest way to get two free baggage in UNITED?

How is Delta Airlines client interview questions?
I am a Java + Aws developer

If anybody is aware of global compliance process for international travel request, kindly help me with the timeline and while process?

I have already uploaded COC Application onto EPFO portal after verification from TCS compliance team and now status shows as waiting for employer’s approval.
Does anyone has idea how long more will it take to complete this and what are the next step?
My travel date is in the second week of November and other clearances are dependent on this check.

Buying a Cathay Pacific Economy flight, am AA Platinum, can I use AA miles to upgrade my CX flight?

considering a trip to Hawaii, looking for Marriott properties that have a beach access, probably October through December. Would prefer more on the value side than all glitz and glam. Any recommendations

Looking to get suits in Bangkok next week - can anyone recommend a spot/describe the process (# of fittings, negotiations, etc.) they went through?

Seriously need to up the study game rn

Worst part about being unemployed is the pity face everyone makes when you tell them. If I hear one more "don't worry you'll find something soon" I'm going to scream. Trying to be helpful is one thing but pitying me helps no one and makes me uncomfortable.

I am having 3.4 yr of exp into DevOps .

I am having offer from Reliance JIO & Paytm . Which one will be good in terms of learning and WLB .

UK - Job Seeker

looking for a Head of Customer Support or Operations Manager role in the UK.

Ideally within a start-up environment remotely or hybrid.

Any leads?

I know this is going to differ greatly but wanted to get an informal survey here of what the hours are like in product management. If you are a PM, can you state your level (early, mid, late in career) and average hours per week worked?

Hi Fishes, Need advise.. what will be fair deal to demand the package from 2nd company when holding offer from 1st company for 16 LPA Fixed.
Negotiation with 2nd company scheduled this week.
Pls note:
Industry: Banking & Finance
CCTC: 10.5 LPA Fixed
YOE: 8yrs (2 Years in Banking & 6 Years in Market Research)
Tech Stack: Data Analysis/SQl/Tableau/Spark/Alteryx

We are all sleep walkers (specifically in Europe) walking towards the second wave of corona virus cases and potential lock-downs even though we should all know better.
Change my mind!

What are the typical Covid precautions at your gym like?

Out of work and just been rejected for what would have been a great role... pointers for keeping skills in check whilst out of work... feel the longer I’m out the less employable I’m becoming

Accepted job offer starting Jan 11. Should I let my boss know now so there is more time to transition my workload/approve replacement hire? Want to leave on good terms as I may do some freelance work for them.

If there's any other industry you could do analytics in, what would you choose? I'd really like to work in tech, more interesting, better pay, and I've heard if you can get over the wlb it's worth it.

Does anyone have experience going from industry to public? I have 4 years of experience and I’m waiting on my last CPA score. Everytime I look at job postings, they seem to require public experience

I am in the Houston area at an energy related tech company as a software engineer. I have been working here a year and a half and got a 10% raise (70->77) but don't know if I am being undervalued. This is my first job in the field but I am evaluated as a top performer and have responsibilities like mentoring other employees and interns, delegating certain work items and make some of our major design decisions as we move forward.

Starting a job hunt to relocate back to the twin cities to be near family but would like to go client side. Is Target a good option? Would appreciate any insight or advice.

Left Deloitte this year. Kind of felt bad about missing the retention bonus bc I still like DT. But I got an unexpected $60k RSU award today and now I’m not feeling bad anymore. Still will always be grateful for my time at DT though.

Do holidays count against utilization?

When is the best time to status match, now or March 1?

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.

StartUp on Netflix is really good.

Told a friend of mine in tech I was considering moving to BCG. He asked me if I would have to move to Boston.

I followed up by asking what he thought the top consulting firms were. "I'd guess PwC and then McKinsey are the best. I've also heard of KPMG, Deloitte, and Bain, but I don't know much about them."

Just a reminder that outside our bubble no-one really cares about firm prestige etc.

Recommendations on emotional intelligence/leadership books, trainings, classes, coaches?

Do consultants get fired from a client for moving furniture around? (like a stand alone monitor) from an unused room he was given to sit, supposedly reserved for auditors. Asking for a friend 🙃

What’s the size of you outlook mailbox? Mine is 18gb out of 24gb available 😬

How do health insurance benefits compare between the Big4 firms? Which firm has the best medical insurance?

If your role is being closed/being laid off (not due to performance issues) just firm downsizing, do you tell the companies you are interviewing? How to phrase it?

Good nonfiction book recommendations? What are you all reading?

At what point are we going to cut the BS and drop the FAANG and embrace the FAAMG?

What benefits are included in EYs frequent traveler program? How many miles or stays are required?

If I had a traditional IRA before being employed in a 401k eligible role, can / must I roll that IRA into the 401k or can I leave the accounts separate without deleterious tax consequences?

Anyone take SHRM? How many hours did you study?

Best consulting firms without the massive ego?

I finally have an extra room to set up a home office. I’m looking at motorized standing desk, but there are so many options out there that it is overwhelming. What’s your recommendation for an L-shaped desk?

Are you a napper? If so, do you think it helps you? I’ve never been one to take a nap or even really consider it, but I have some friends who nap regularly (most days for a refresh) and seem to love it.

BCG folks - any other benefits besides the major ones that I should be aware about (e.g. gym membership reimbursement, mobile reimbursement etc). I’m joining at the end of March. Thanks!