Tfw you book a JW Marriott for your parents vacation and they get upgraded to a stunning suite. Mom just called and is super happy. Thanks consulting

I am so beyond ready to leave my current job, but can’t yet, since bonuses are paid out in January. 😬

In the meantime, I’ve applied to a lot of similar roles (slightly higher) but have not heard - good or bad - from any. Is it common for companies to slow down hiring in December because of Q4 rush, people on holiday, etc.?

Hello Fishes,

Did anyone attend interview from Delta Airlines recently?

Ok, so how bad are the side effects from IVF stim injections and the aftermath from retrieval? Thinking to use some sick or vacation days for the worst times but not sure how many and when.

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

What rental car company do you use when booking personal travel? Hertz because it’s linked with SPG?

startup Gig Alert: I am looking for a brand designer to join our startup team at Lifelines (truly a startup and we’re not in stores yet). We’re a product company set for revolutionizing how people approach sensorial wellness and I’m looking for someone with holistic experience in branding / art direction with a clear, bold visual style. Around 5 years of experience preferred. But work and personality trump years in experience. Always remote+unlimited PTO. Send me books / portfolios.

Ritz Geneva at 50k points for 1 night! Worth it you think?

I have just immigrated to worth, Illinois from the Middle East. I have 6+ years of experience (proofed by a certificate) from Four Seasons Hotel Amman. Can anyone recommend a 5 stars hotel with front desk supervisor vacancy?

Points for the hot tub being out of order my entire stay? I’m staying here solely for a ski vacation and would have switched hotels had I known in advance.

hi fishes,

does anyone have the consulting corporate travel policy of their big 4 firm handy? can you please share? i want to switch from EY to others and looking for where I can be at more comfort with the extensive travel.

I just started training with United HealthGroup for Medicare. I have previous experience in Medicaid-- quite a different role, but similar. I'm so nervous about how complex Medicare can be. Any suggestions or advice? I'm not exactly a dumb-dumb but nor am I the sharpest knife in the tool box.

Has anyone traveled to Switzerland and used Marriott points? Best area to stay? Traveling with a total of 3 and only hotels in Zurich allow for free stays with only points as others charge extra

Morning! Being laid off sux, I been down this road 5x in my career it never bets easier.

Dust off contacts and make your rounds
* if you’re in a good position to take time off do some, seems we all need a mental break anyway

What to read or watch before first flight lesson to maximize what I get from it? Got one as a gift. 1hr desk, 1hr cesna

How often does United upgrade people using Regional Premier Upgrades? Flying back from Honolulu and hoping to get into first.

Is it misleading to just look at Total Compensation from a $ dollar value/ Total Compensation seems to be much more subjective than base salary in terms of its value. Some factors might be:

RSUs granted on dollar value or by # of shares & stock price trends
Vesting schedule
strike price on ISOs & delta between strike price and real market value

For instance, most of value in Amazon's comp seems to be granted in years 3 & 4, but it's well known that most people last only 2 years max there.

Guys n gals- best give delta another week before any sort of normal operation

For those of you that travel, any tips to practice your swing while on the road? Only swinging the club once a week when I play on Sunday just doesn't cut it.

Considering a boomerang back to M&A consulting but don't want the 80% travel. What are you all's firm's expectations for travel post-COVID?

Is it normal for PPMD to jump around? I feel like I’ve met a few that have spent time as PPMD at different firms or have just recently joined EY from another Big 4/competitor.

Does coforge renegotiate if we show counter offer as earlier they offered very low. ? Remaining joining time is 20 days

A female friend of mine recently received a settlement in a sexual harassment action against her employer during mediation. Upon receiving her (female) attorney’s final bill she was blown away to discover that her attorney charged her almost five times what the attorney estimated she would charge for the mediation. (The attorney was drinking alcohol during the Zoom mediation and settled for far less than she estimated she would get.) [continued below]

Salary range from Slalom PC, PAL, CSL, CSP in Chicago area?

I’m too lazy to post Instagram stories.

How many days after uploading the docs the status changes to Verified?

Anyone else ever had ptsd from an awful work experience? I'm starting at a new firm but can't seem to shake the negative feelings from my previous one

Which top consulting firms, if any, will pay for your MBA?

hi fishes,

does anyone have the consulting corporate travel policy of their big 4 firm handy? can you please share? i want to switch from EY to others and looking for where I can be at more comfort with the extensive travel.

15+ years YOE but offering C3B is it acceptable 31 LPA??

LA agencies/creatives open this week?

How many years of exp required to get technical architect position at Infosys? And Can you tell me the desired package?

Note- I am expecting 35+

Does anyone have reference for any company?

IT Support
System Admin
Python Development
Networking
Linux
Cyber security
HTML/CSS

Is Leo still the best agency in Chicago?

If not, what are the best?

Thanks

I’m moving to new state (Indiana from South Carolina) and and going to a 6th grade position. Any suggestions for must have things for a 6th grade gen ed classroom?

Looking to fully refresh my ski equipment (skis/bindings, boots, etc). Midwest places are starting to close up (wtf I know!). Anyone have recommendations on solid ski shops? Prefer Denver/Colorado Springs Metros but open to all.

Been seeing a lot of gt500 slander in this bowl what’s up with that 🤔

Any connects for black design professionals?

Hey Fishes,

I have few questions so if anyone coukd answer it would be really helpfull...

1. YOY hikes at paytm
2. How many years does paytm takes to promote and % change in salary in promotion cycle
3. Work culture in Sr. BA, team leat BA roles
4. Growth cycle in above roles
5. Exact office locatioin in nodia
6. What other benefits does paytm provies to its emp during wfh and in office
7. Detail on flexi benefits part of compensation
8. Learning and exit opportunities

Thanks in advance!!

What would you prefer:

Job 1: 85k at small boutique firm (3 attorneys). Standard benefits but no 401k. Semi-annual raises. No billable hour requirement and regular 40 hour week. Being groomed to be a partner on a 2-3 year track.

Job 2: 135k at large regional firm (200 attorneys) good benefits. 1900 billable hours requirement. Partner track is 6-8 years but not guaranteed.

Both located in a MCOL area

Starting to get more involved in the project sales process - any recommendations for books or resources to develop skills in this area?

Top consulting firms in the Aerospace / Aviation,l or Defense / Intelligence spaces? Looking for business or tech strategy jobs here

What are the best consulting firms for someone that’s looking to work in the aviation industry? Can be big consulting firms with strong presence in aviation or boutique firms. Preferably commercial strategy type of projects. US based. Thank you!

On my client, whites are minority. Any meeting with 20 people have 17 Indians mostly contractors on H1B and 3 white employees in leadership roles. Is this ratio common on large tech projects?

I have ~200k liquid, any recs on what to do with it to make more money? It's mostly in various ETFs right now. I'm in Atlanta and not sure if real estate is a great option (my gf owns our house)

How does Manager level at PWC compare to ACN?

Any one who has done CSCP certification and can help guide through the exam preparation ?? Does it help when applying to MBB??

Anyone have any recs for self help books? Looking for more relatable topics to myself I guess?

I’ll have the California Kings flight and a tomato soup please

What are your best tips for managing upwards? .

Hey 🐠, what are your recommendations of books, articles, or practice tips to improve communication, both verbal and written? Want to be stronger at running meetings, pitching ideas, writing (cont’d)

When you get to the gas station just as your car sounds the alarm for running on empty

Good book recommendations? Male 🐟 here.

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

can someone please recommend a good newsletter or site I can read about analytics just be abreast with the latest news, tech, tutorials and methodologies?

Any guitar players who have a Martin? What helped you decide? Budget of 1.5 max. Also left handed so limited models. I think I prefer the Martin sound in general. Would like electro/acoustic so I can play shows. Currently have a Taylor gs mini plus with Koa and want to upgrade to full size.

When do you find out if you are being promoted to manager at K?

What rental car company do you use when booking personal travel? Hertz because it’s linked with SPG?

I’m 25, currently on my parents health insurance plan but want to get my own. I’m in the process of looking for a new job...should I wait or still enroll now during open enrollment?