Sheraton Times Square, anyone? This hotel blows for SPG.

Does anyone ever redeem Marriott points for gift cards? Is it worth it?

Might have to leave the “all things points” bowl soon if these creepy ant/roach/bug posts continue. Making me so paranoid to stay in a hotel now smh

Do any of you guys suffer from a Candida overgrowth? How do you cope? Traveling and all the eating out is making it really bad. I never eat anything with added sugar or drink alcohol.

What personalized SPG promos did everyone get? Got an email today, looking for a sense of what’s out there

Anyone have referrals for American Airlines?? Trying to crack into the airline industry. Also, more than happy to team up by sharing connections and networking. Lmk!

I’m honestly curious why the following happens: someone asks a question about covid restrictions/health issues/ etc and half of the responses are “this shouldn’t even be a question”. Today I saw a post about safe countries to travel to and general covid restrictions and half the responses were judgmental and rude. “No one should be traveling now- idk why you’re even asking this question.” “Asking this question means you’re part of the problem” what is UP w this level of judgment?????

1st time going to Spain in May. Thoughts on the itinerary? Barcelona 4 days -> Seville 3 days -> Cordoba 1 days -> Grenada 2 days -> Madrid 3 days

Looking for advice on business trips. My boss kindly asked me if I want to go meet a client out of state along with business folks. It will be my first visit to a client. What do you think are the benefits of these trips? I’m fairly new in my career and in-house so would appreciate any thoughts. Thanks!

Does anyone use their private car to drive to work from hebbal, thanisandra or places that are 20kms away? It may be an absurd question to ask considering the Bangalore traffic, but still checking if there's anybody driving down that distance?

Anyone commuting from Midtown Toronto to Mississauga for work and willing to carpool??

Best Marriott property in Napa Valley on points?

Going to Maldives in January for my honeymoon. Super excited. All on Bonvoy points.

I have a 5 night stay booked at the St-Regis. I am looking for another property to book another 5 night stay. Would you recommend the W, JW, or the Ritz-Carlton

Pretty sure the answer is self explanatory but first year with real status. Does Marriott status reset Jan 1? For instance if I need 10 nights for Platnium am I SOL if I stay 9 nights by Dec 31?

Couldn’t check in for an hour because there was a ‘fire alarm’. Hoe many points?

Will hotels and airlines extend their status requirements? (I really only care about Marriott)

Merged my account this morning. Quite a sentimental moment to delete my SPG app. Bye bye you purple little guy

Suggestions for a 2-3 day solo trip for a female 28 years old within the US. I live in Florida if that helps

Hey fishes,

Can anyone help me with the below questions on RTO-

1. When is optum planning to open offices fulltime and in how many phases are they planning to open
2. Do they provide cab servies
3. Do they provide breakfast/lunch/dinner inside office
4. Do they follow any dress code
5. Office timings

TIA😊

Who did the schizophrenia ads? They’re pretty cool tbh

Can someone suggest good material for full stack web developer and any platform to learn and get good real life experience

I'm an IP Attorney for a global Fortune 500 company. I only focus on IP mainly patent prosecution, Right to Market searches, Patentability searches, Landscape Searches, advising the business on IP related agreements.

What are some secondary skills or speciality that could make me more than just an IP Attorney? Do any of you have other parts of your title? Just looking to grow and my head isn't super interested in that, but the CLO is, but doesn't know where he sees a gap for me right now.

Has anyone bought/ done the HRCI Certificate in Diversity and Inclusion in HR Management? I already have my PHR, but I’m looking to gain more knowledge/skills and beef up my resume. Is it worth doing? The course is $239 and you get 12 Recert credits with it.

Anyone else feel like a 🤡 waiting on a call to be able to overspend on a Rolex lol

Managing a supply chain is not as simple as it sounds, and I don't think we get paid enough for all the pressure that's being up on us

Has anyone cheated on their partner, felt horrible from the guilt, confessed to them and then managed to still save the relationship? Or is cheating something no one gets over ever?

Long story short, I burned out. Anyone who recovered from deep, deep career setbacks or failures - share tips?

What's your favorite restaurant in the DMV that nobody else is talking about? For me, it's Mele Bistro in Rosslyn.

Uber Eats Wrapped. A summary of all the stress eating you did while working from home…

What sort of equity stakes do management teams at PE-backed companies typically get?

Anyone have tips on first round growth capital/VC case interview? They say there’s gonna be a test on investing acumen.. whatever that means.

Again posting since my last post did not got attention. Wanted to ask whether it's good to switch to big 4 India advisory role from a mid tier organization dealing in tech and ops. Additionally, they offered just very low percentage on current CTC saying that I am coming to a big brand.
Plus my current financial situation is stressful and I accepted the offer on certain conditions but now hr or the firm but saying we can't committ you. Any suggestions.

Any good team social venue recommendations downtown for 15-20 people?

Best consulting firms to work for in Hartford CT area?

Do any of you guys suffer from a Candida overgrowth? How do you cope? Traveling and all the eating out is making it really bad. I never eat anything with added sugar or drink alcohol.

Can Bama just not win for once? Already annoyed that they’re in the CFP without a conference win.

What are the top consulting firms in the retail/CPG space?

What are the best books on sales as it relates to consulting?

Hi, I am a PhD student and I have recently started preparing for consulting. I have gone through basics of framework and have watched few YouTube videos. I am at the point where I am seeing diminishing returns by studying more books. Anyone willing to help or are there people in the same boat? Would love to connect with potential study/case buddies! TIA!

After a year using my home office setup, especially the 27 inch monitor, how can I ever go back to the traveling life with tiny laptop screen? 😔

Best consulting firms to work for that will allow 100% remote work indefinitely regardless of what clients do?

Someone reached out to me on LinkedIn about becoming an author on the side. Has anyone heard about such a thing?!? The person said she’s worked with 800 consultants writing their books and marketing it for them.

Entering my 15th week unstaffed for the year. Does Deloitte do layoffs for low utilization? Mine is around 60%

Looking to improve general communication skills (especially around structuring narrative/ key messages), any books/courses that you would recommend?

What provides the most clout? McKinsey, Amazon, or Microsoft?

Which consulting firms are hiring for experienced Associate position? Have a friend who got laid off and looking for another job.

Maybe this is a dumb question, but thoughts on IBM right now? Got a call today from a recruiter for SAP OCM position (managing consultant ). Said they’re hiring a bunch but then I see layoffs. Huh?

Got a first round at Kearney ATI, scheduled for a introductory Teams meeting with the recruiter, followed by the case and behavioral interviews. Any tips for the intro meeting, the behavioral or process overall?

I have an informational interview with a Managing Director on Friday about a manager role. I currently serve in a client services role and do not have traditional consulting experience (billable hours, etc.). Additionally, while I’ve worked with McKinsey, Accenture, McKesson, and other teams on major projects, I don’t have experience putting together the strategy, more of a support function. Feeling a tad intimidated! Any tips would be so very appreciated!

Finally getting a chance to put together a home office space. Looking for tips, photos, ideas. I have two monitors and a laptop so my do a three screen set-up. Debating about getting a standing desk or putting money in a super comfy leather chair. Open to hearing what you have done!

Any fellow fishbowl consultants staying at the Beverly Hilton and up for a drink or two?