Serious Question- how are people hiding their money from uncle Sam? Besides 401k and HSA contributions, what other pre-tax advantages can I take advantage off? It's so sad to see my take home. Context - 175k base salary, single, no dependants
Accenture

Hi All. Question regarding HDPI (GSC Bangalore). Can someone shed light on the relocation benefits external hires get at GCB 6? Also, are these fixed or can we negotiate on these as well? I'd appreciate an urgent response if possible.

How do I qualify for phone bill reimbursement at KPMG? Do I need to put my work email on my phone?

How much of a nest egg would you expect a couple to collectively need in order to retire at 40 and live relatively comfortable (not lavish)?

Decided to payoff my mortgage.

How do you invest and save for your children? I’m thinking about setting them up with custodial brokerage accounts but don’t want them to have a heyday at 18. Did you create irrevocable trusts or?? They are too young for earned income and I don’t own a business so no IRA investing opportunities here.

How long do you guys think it will take for rental prices to rebound?

Looking for a new apt, and noticed 24 month leases cost more net effective (obviously because prices should increase next year).

Hi, I am currently a Sr. Radiation Therapist experiencing burnout. I am currently looking into other positions within healthcare that does not involve direct patient care. Any suggestions of routes I should take?

At what point does it make sense to buy a home? I have ~700k in the stock market and a lower than average salary currently (80k) and pay 1800 a month in rent.

Summer so it’s grill season! Looking to retire my old faithful Weber. Anyone try these ceramic/egg grills? Lowest price I saw is like $600 with the name brands almost $1k. Worth the price?

My utilization went to 50 in IBM, I think I have taken paternal leave since it went down. My manager put my as PIP improvement goal in checkpoint.
Need to know how to bring this up and is that my job is under risk? Band 7b

Hi, I'm new to Dallas. Have been eyeing on rental investment in Dallas. Looking into Zillow, properties in Arlington seem to have good appreciation. Is it good idea to invest in Arlington? What other areas in Dallas can I consider (checked Carrollton, Plano, Coppell, Addison).
Thank you.

How to invest in Direct Growth Funds? I've created a CAN ID using MF Utilities. It asks me to login and proceed but I don't have my login ID generated. Should I wait for more time as my CAN ID was approved only yesterday?

Pushing out my retirement date... Crypto down 60%, stocks down 30%.. I was a millionaire in Jan now only a 750kaire lolz. Just numbers on a sheet keep rolling

Hello,
Does Cognizant provide reimbursement for WFH setup?

Hello fishes, will be really insightful to understand cost of living in Doha for a single person. Rent + food and other expenses manageable at 8-10k QAR/ month?

Does LTA and phone allowance are processed each month as a taxable income if we do not produce the bills ?

We bought a condo in February 2022 then as you know prices are going down while rates are flying up 😭 We're quite worried about the value of our home and can't really enjoy it. What's your thoughts about this? PS. First time home buyers 🤫

I am an associate at an AM200 firm and was (IMO) very clear prior to accepting this role that I value work-life balance and wanted to try to keep work at night on the weekends to a minimal, but since February, it seems like it’s always something that requires my time as needed disregarding “business hours” or my personal schedule. Thoughts on whether to bring this up or continue to be a team player until I burn out and pay off my student loans?

Resigned from my job a couple weeks ago and had a plan to effectively use my time to study for a entrance exam for professional school. Although I do feel some relief from leaving, I am also cont'd

Transfer day!!!! Wish me luck!!! 🤞🏼

My agency is shifting to begin doing quick turn organic social production for a few brands and I’m trying to build a team that can support these asks. Ive honestly never worked at an agency that successfully handled this without it feeling chaotic- anyone ever have a successful team with this type of work? Any advice is appreciated!

Looking for some material for a crash course in IT strategy consulting - books article etc. any recommendations would be appreciated

Upcoming interview with large tech company for biz ops go-to-market role. Any book recommendations to learn about go-to-market / sales op strategies for tech?

Hi guys,
I was selected by DI and got a confirmation call from teh HR discussing the CTC and other details. But she has not shared offer letter and has given no update since past 3-4 working days. What's up with this ghosting and what does it even mean?

What's the annual hike % in Cisco, India like?

Am I the only person who has been super disgusted to Fishbowl’s response to the Meta layoffs? I’ve been laid off twice in my career but I’m not mad at 11000 people who no longer have jobs just cause they got decent severance while I got a week on my way out. Facebook is hot garbage but I’m pretty sure 0 out of the 11000 were making those decisions. So why are you upset about it? Urgh. Y’all are weird.

Why do firms fire people with low but still profitable hours? I am in my first full year on track for pretty low hours (~1500) but the actual realized fees (after writedowns) are still double my yearly salary. Is it because firms know they could replace someone like me with an equivalent attorney who would bill more?

I got selected for ModelN Hyderabad.
YOE 7.4
CCTC 17.8 +10% Bonus
How much to expect?

How long do you guys think it will take for rental prices to rebound?

Looking for a new apt, and noticed 24 month leases cost more net effective (obviously because prices should increase next year).

I'll be completing 24 months at level12 on sept 30.
when can i expect promotion and how much hike.?

30 m ny/nj. US citizen. Moved as a teenager. INTJ. Single since I figured I’m not fighting the biological clock and have all the time in the world to meet someone and get settled. Things changed after I watched Akshay’s mom (Indian Matchmaking) tell him even 25 is too late and not marrying somehow messes up lives of people around him. While the show was staged, there might be truth to the latter part.
Looking for F in ny/nj. Personality: NOT Aparna. NOT Nadia but def more Nadia than Aparna.🙏

Dating in California! What’s your experience?any difference between NYC?

Hi peeps. Need a suggestion , I am about to switch for a change and I have an offer from LTI for PM but my current location is noida. I have been offered in Bangalore but moving there is little tricky with growing kids and family. How long WFH is going to go and how is the growth ladder provided I take this opportunity and switch and wait for things to happen. How much does a project manager travel and how will this role help?. Please help

any talent hub users? Love it, hate it?
Mid sized shop is trying to save $$$ and using it as an ATS, but it doesn’t seem to deliver (IMO)…. What are the pros?

Need some help, send a dm.

What’s the thought that keeps you from giving up?

Hi Fishes,

I have a an interview scheduled for the role of  Full Stack Node JS, can anyone help me understand what all I should be prepared with to tackle this interview smoothly.

Is DSA a big part of this interview?
Will there be a coding round or just a technical analysis of my capabilities?

Thanks in Advance.

Suggested books or resources to learn more about strategy consulting? Different analysis, acronyms, etc.

Justifying the Sheraton's painful bed to yourself because the Four Seasons don't recognize your loyalty

Hey 🐟 fam. I’m starting a new gig next week that’s 90% WFH. I’d love some recommendations on a second monitor. Nothing crazy pricy, but something that’ll work well with my MacBook Pro. Thanks y’all.

Do you send Linkedin connection request to your interviewer? If so, after how many minutes/hours/days/months. Do you even send it if they have rejected you?? Just curious!!

25 years old consultant . Net worth is -69k. 40k in student loans. The people of fishbowl do inspire me with their 700k net worth by the age of 3 posts.

I need a mouse with two USBs so I can connect both my personal and work laptop to the same mouse and don't have to change the mouse with I switch. Any recommendations on what to use?

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.....

Desperately want to get into healthcare strategy consulting. 13 years of healthcare clinical experience including project work. MBA. But keep getting told by recruiters that I don't have enough experience to be a Consultant or Manager but that I have too much experience to enter in every level such as a Senior Associate. Just one rejection after another, even when applying with internal referrals from Director or Partner levels. What am I doing wrong?

Recommendations for books and podcasts on business, strategy, management, etc. that have helped your career?

Friends - it’s world mental health day today! Seek help if you need. We live high stress lives! And all firms have programs to help with well being. Don’t blame yourself or undermine the importance!

Wifey is considering starting a YouTube/IG vlog type thing (first mover advantage, I know) - any good computer/tablet things for video editing? I’m thinking something like MSFT surface. Not look to spend too much.

Looking to target PE firms as clients, need to do some research on how they work so we can speak intelligently when trying to sell operational work to them. Any book recommendations ?

What are some of the best books you’ve read about people and investing? Such as dealing with people (business psychology almost) and then investing (real estate more specifically)!

I am looking for books that give practical advice, not just big picture theory and motivation.

I am plat exec on AA and wife wants to purchase ticket to Europe (traveling alone). Any benefits of booking it through my account (and assigning her FF#) or none?

Etihad stewardesses are hot AF! Why can't we have this in the US??

How do I check my actual utilization (not the effective one). Mybusiness only tells me the effective utilization

Best spg property in chicago?