Seeking immigration / travel advise. I know we are not lawyers but any experiences / stories would be helpful.

Can I enter the US when I have H1B change of employer petition approved but employed with my current company and serving notice period? Which company’s I-797 form do I show immigration? Do I tell them about switching jobs, etc.?

My new company lawyers are not providing clear guidance on this and suggesting against travel due to COVID in general. Thank you.

Does anyone in this bowl travel? Where do you eat? I find it exhausting to research nutrition facts all the time, and end up eating at the same 2-3 places every week. :(

Anyone taking advantage of the flight deals from corona virus for summer?

How is the WLB and travel requirements in EY-Parthenon India(Senior Associate in Strategy and Transactions)?

Do you think there will be another housing bubble burst in the near future due to COVID? Assuming relative job security, would that be an opportune time to invest in Manhattan real estate?

How often do you travel abroad for leisure?

Has anyone’s credit score dropped dramatically? Mine dropped almost 20 points in one month and the reason says because the age of my accounts are low but I haven’t opened any new ones? wondering if it’s covid related somehow?

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

Friend asked to buy my SPG/marriott points. How would that work hypothetically? $0.027/SPG , $0.009/Marriott? (According to Points guy) & transfer to their account?

Guys please suggest any good hotel(no need hifi, just for night stay) to stay in kharadi, Pune or near by.
I have 2 days working office in a week. Need for 2-3 days only.
If you have any idea please suggest.

Hi fellow fishies - loaded question but does anyone know of any agencies (ideally in NYC) that are open to visa sponsorship? I have a good friend and former coworker who is a KICKA$$ account lead and is struggling to find a new role (needle in a haystack for sponsorship... ugh). Current place is beyond toxic. Any info/advice appreciated! Thank you 😊

I’m looking for a new job ACD / CD level in Tokyo but I’m open to roles in other markets as well. I have a Japanese work visa.
Thank you!

Found thread to gain status through match stream for all rental companies and 5 hotel chains

Flew out the morning of a big client pitch instead of the night before. Massive storm delayed my flight and I missed the meeting. Lesson learned fam- always fly out the night before!

Totally forgot to use my May Day ticket. Anyone know if I can time travel back to use it? What’s the prize?

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

Going solo to Denver next weekend for a couple of days. Planning to stay downtown, any hotel recommendations? Also any suggestions for things to do? I am not much into hiking but planning to do a hiking trip. I saw a bunch on hiking experiences on Airbnb, so will most likely do one of those, but would appreciate any suggestions. Thanks!

Would you say your job got easier or harder since Covid started?

Am flying business class but a travel companion is flying in economy class. Is it possible for them to check-in at the business class counter with me so we don't have to wait in the longer queue?

Does anyone know if I have a paid membership to United Club lounges, can I access Marahaba lounges at DXB? Traveling on emirates, status on UA.....

Is anyone able to give me the Marriott Family or/and friends discount paper? 🤗

Got an interview lined up with CFGI.. not sure hows the company so thought I had request CFGI folks to share their experience here ?

How much variable pay and bonus is given by barclays every year

Hello everyone! Looking to move from Advisory to IFS. Can any of your folks mentor me on how best to do it?

Google S&O manager total compensation expectations in Bay Area ? Please suggest numbers as I need to negotiate soon, thank you.

Hai there, Thanks for joining

Looking for a good playlist to keep me motivated this morning :( I usually listen to Ava Max or something #ADHD is real!!

Does anyone in this bowl travel? Where do you eat? I find it exhausting to research nutrition facts all the time, and end up eating at the same 2-3 places every week. :(

How does YOE work for comp?

My total is different from post-grad different from manager titles. Some companies consider manager title to determine YOE for comp which didn’t make sense.

Is anyone aware of a tax software (e.g., TurboTax) for preparing a form 706? For personal use, so cannot be a commercial license only product.

Any recruiters in this bowl, or perhaps someone who can help get an application looked at? I submitted mine about two - three weeks ago and haven’t heard back. I should have requested for a referral but it totally skipped my mind.

Has anyone heard how Florida is recovering from Hurricane Ian?

Anyone taking advantage of the flight deals from corona virus for summer?

So what’s the best agency right now, in terms of culture, work/life balance (lol), and work?

How much do y’all spend on rent

A company offered a role, but then went back to the legal team to see if they can do H1 transfer. The job is not aligned with my degree but my past 9 years of work ex has been. How do I try to convince them?

Do any female desis who are married take care of their own parents?

Best desi food recommendations in Toronto doentown?

Where does the Desi crowd primarily live in Chicago (just the city not suburbs). I was looking to move to Lincoln Park/lake view but was told it's mostly young college kids. Any recommendations ?

Deloitte US to USI move - how easy is the process? level remains same? difference in compensation?

Anyone raising desi kids in the US? What are are some of your fears?

The blasts in Sri Lanka are just despicable. What do people want? I assume if this happened in India the easy answer would be “Kashmiri Independence” Struggle to find answers for this one.

My father is visiting us for 6 months. He takes insulin injections daily . Anyone know good way to get insulin injections to us they need constant refrigeration, or if he can buy them in US.

MBB folks on H1-B who recently switched to FAANG - did you run into any issues with visa transfer? My transfer has been filed and I’m a bit nervous about USCIS’ perception of consultants and the current sentiment around H1-B visas.

Anyone know if I can fly DXB > LHR > USA (leaving this open ended) as a visa holder? With a National interest exception to the presidential proclamation.

Anyone here can help with referral at wayfair?

I just got married and my wife is a US citizen. I need to file my green card application. Does anyone have experience on filing on their own or lawyer recommendation ?

Mimi.. what an amazing movie!! A mainstream indian movie worth watching after such a long time.

Hey all, do you guys have any recommendations for low carb/high protein Indian diets? I am a South Indian, never feel satiated if I don’t eat my rice. Also not a big fan of rotis. Please pour in what other foods/recipes/advice you have!

I have an annual membership to tryexponent for FAANG and tech prep. I don’t need the membership anymore and have about 6-8 months. I can share my creds for $60. The content was extremely helpful, I made it to Amazon. Let me know if anyone’s interested

Getting married in US and most of the family won’t be able to travel from India to US due to ban. Thinking of sending gifts from US to India for family back there. Any suggestions on gift ideas?

Desi folks - question on travelling outside US while you're on L1B visa. I have my valid visa stamp till 2022. Do any of you know if we can travel to India in Dec and come back in Jan? Or is it affected by the Trump executive order that was passed in Jun that said non-immigrant workers can't enter the country till Dec 31? Just wondering if I leave for holidays, will I not be allowed back. Any sort of clarification you might have is helpful. FYI - I was in US before that June ruling came out. Thx

Can someone create a bowl for afghan politics please?