So I got upgraded to Marriotts Premier Platinum Elite level. Any idea what this means besides getting a gift from them in the mail?

Getting a bit stir crazy. Any recommendations for a 4-5 day relaxing trip within driving distance?

Has anyone gone to the Canadian/Montreal F1 Grand Prix? if so recommendations on places to stay and where/when to get tickets

Has anyone taken a stealth vacation (i.e. went on a trip but didn’t officially take time off)? Did it work out?

Fish who moved to London without a job lined up: did you have any issues clearing customs at Heathrow? Heard they might give you trouble if you don’t have a return ticket. (Cont. in comments.)

GERMANY - have a lauorber - arrive in Frankfurt 4:30pm Friday leave 1 pm Saturday. Where should I stay / have dinner? Frankfurt ? Mainz? Bamberg?

Anyone stay at the Ritz-Carleton in D.C.? I’ve never stayed at a Ritz location so I’m curious to hear what to expect. Will be in D.C. for a conference so my firm is covering the trip.

Is taking the bus to work as convenient as taking the tube? Thinking of getting a place that by bus has a lesser commute than train but worried about traffic, frequency, etc. of the bus. Basically 20 mins bus vs 27 mins tube? Thanks!

Apologies for unrelated to consulting, but I am visiting NYC and DC as a solo traveller this summer. I’d love to do some hiking or get just get into the great American outdoors in some way. Any advice or suggestions as to where I should do that? TIA!

Anyone traveling while working remotely? If so, what are you using for internet on the road? I've tried hotels but their internet isnt compatible.

Anyone have a Silvercar code?

Chase Sapphire Reserve is not able to book a ticket for me on Air India because the flight is not showing up on their system. The flights shows up everywhere else including on Expedia, which powers Chase’s portal. Anyone had similar experience?

Stay at Hilton Head and visit Savannah or stay at Savannah and visit Hilton Head amongst other places??

Is it worth it to save up to fly business or first class internationally [even just US to EU] - or save the money for other things?

A first for me, after 1.6 million miles. Thankful for a delay. The delay on the connector saved me a night at ord Hilton after the ludicrous delay on the first leg.t. Truly grateful united

Denver CO 🐠, planning for summer trip around 7/4 weekend with another family friend (both families flying in). Got 2 9yo kids and an a toddler along with 4 adults. What are some areas, places to visit or activities there that you’d recommend? Kiddos would love to do camping though we won’t be carrying lot of stuff for it due to out of state travel, any idea how/where we can do it? TIA

Hotel recommendations in Sydney and Melbourne?

Any recommendations for things to do in Lisbon & Porto? Going in early March!

Going to Key West in a few weeks - any recommendations? Have a reservation at Latitudes already and day trip to Dry Tortugas planned

What is a good credit card to get for travel?

Is it irrational for me to get an “ick” for this?

I went on a “date” recently. I paid for the tab as they were going to the bathroom. As we were leaving they said “thanks for lunch” — I was hoping they’d at least ask to Venmo me half as a kind gesture. Following lunch we grabbed dessert. I was hoping they’d offer to cover dessert since I covered lunch but it didn’t happen.

I am fine w/ paying but I was hoping the gesture would at least be presented… am I crazy?

Anyone wear open heart or skeleton watches? Post your pics or ones you’d like to own! (Maybe not everyone post a tourbillon)

When you buy from jomashop does the watch come with original box and papers? What are other some other reputable online dealers?

The first rule of overemployment is dont talk about overemployment to anyone outside your house. :). Second: always protect the main job. Third: As the main job always has the priority, the Second and third jobs must preferably be contract gigs with not too many meetings everyday. Remember: another day, another dollar.

Hi All- I’d love to hear from the community what the focus areas are for Tier 2 firms in the region Are there certain sectors the various firms specialize/ focus on? It seems like everyone focuses on public sector and tmt. Currently interviewing at a few and would be great to get some feedback. Thanks!

What is the courtesy of withdrawing an offer you already accepted?

Expecting an offer this week or early next week, but want to know when you start negotiating the salary? When you receive the call from the company or wait until receiving the formal offer letter? And how should the negotiation start? Through phone calls or emails? Didn’t use recruiter for this position, so I don’t know what is the process here.

Nothing infuriates me more than seeing cops pull people over at the beginning of rush hour on the Beltway. Out of all the times to do traffic stops, 4:15 on one of the nations busiest freeways is not it.

What's a usual amount of time that you have to stay somewhere in order for your RSUs to vest?

How do referrals work? Do you apply first or wait for the referral, then apply? Looking for a tiktok referral.

Media arts lab. What does everyone think about it? Culture/work life etc?

Guys, I have 4.5 yr Experience as Robotics process Automation.Currenty I am working as Senior RPA developer(AA).
Do you have any opportunity and referal.please let me know.

Hi Fishes,

I have joined coforge on November 2nd and I got offer from ITC today...Can I switch to ITC by obscanding will there be any issues...Please guys please give your suggestions

The COVID creative slump is strong with me these days. What are you all doing to combat it?

Mr. Manager is posting again y'all 🤡

How is it like working with EY HUL client as a senior consultant?

How common is it for a firm to contribute to an HSA on an employee’s behalf, and what is the largest contribution you’ve seen that an employer gives?

What book have you read that was helpful for your career and/or that you would recommend? Could be a technical book, management, etc. For me, it’s a book I read a few years ago: The Phoenix Project. I never thought I would read and like a novel about DevOps but I recommend it to all my managers.

Hate it when recruiters tease an exciting opportunity but refuse to say over LinkedIn what the company or role is... “Must set up a call for confidentiality reasons.”

How do I not get jealous? Of my friends from college got pulled from ey to EYP with only 1 yoe. Got promoted and now about to make 170k with 2 yoe total. She’s on an internal role and just does pmo and works maybe 930-5? All due to the fact a partner she was working with on an event said I like you, join my team. I’m making half of that and we studied the same thing and went to the same uni

Masters baby what a time

Have you asked for a raise before?

One of the reasons I want to transition from industry to consulting (tier 1) is that I get frustrated when I have to collaborate with mediocre people. My assumption is that Tier 1 consulting firms hire really sharp people and if I can get in, I’ll be collaborating with folks on top of their game (not expecting much from clients). I’m aware there are personal aspects I need to work on like my mindset, patience etc etc, but I just get so frustrated with blatant stupidity.

Any KPMG Federal Healthcare Policy 🐠 in the House? If not, anyone from KPMG willing to give me a referral? See a job posting for which I am a very strong fit. Thank you!

Any good books recommendation on effective client communication/business writing?

I got an email from a Cybersecurity Advisory Partner with the subject "Catch-up". Last week we all rolled-off from project abruptly b/c the client terminated the contract. Am I getting laid off?

Beside toastmasters, what are other ways to improve communication and public speaking skills? Books, podcasts...?

I enjoyed the nyc speakeasy post. Now for LA: any cool bars/speakeasies?

(Apologies in advance that this isn’t directly consulting related)

Apologies for unrelated to consulting, but I am visiting NYC and DC as a solo traveller this summer. I’d love to do some hiking or get just get into the great American outdoors in some way. Any advice or suggestions as to where I should do that? TIA!

Best consulting firms without the massive ego?

I have an undergrad degree in economics and want to pursue biotech/pharma corporate development. Are there any classes / degrees /certifications you would recommend to help make up for the lack of a technical science background?

What are some publications, books, podcasts, online classes etc that can help me prepare for my first year in consulting? Have 5 years of experience in finance and making the jump to consulting.

To those starting the year on the beach: office or home office ...or actual beach?

A first for me, after 1.6 million miles. Thankful for a delay. The delay on the connector saved me a night at ord Hilton after the ludicrous delay on the first leg.t. Truly grateful united