Thinking of moving from DC to either Charlotte, Austin, Atlanta. buying SF house.Any recos on suburbs or areas in these cities.What should I budget for. I got range from 650 to 1 M+. No issues with heat or allergies. Kids are in elementary and looking for charter programs schools or where accelerated programs are available as my kids are in math competitions.

I recently graduated college last year and am trying to pursue certifications to help build up my resume. I currently hold an AWS SAA certification and Azure AZ -900. I am looking to try and obtain the CISSP next. Is there something else I should start with before diving into CISSP or should I direct my studying and focus in that direction?

I’ve noticed that HR, when explaining why a candidate didn’t get the job, tend to lean on “You’re great, but we had candidates with more experience in [skill relevant to the job].” I do believe this is true in some cases, but it can’t possibly be for all of them.

HR folks — what feedback have you obscured by offering that line instead?

Is sitting out of the market and waiting for the dip the right move to make? Buffet and a lot of other institutional investors are just sitting in record piles of cash right now... what’re your big moves?

Hi Fishes. Just got the following offer and would like to know in hand salary. Please let me know.

Fixed: 30 LPA
Bonus: 3.33 LPA
Gratuity: 72130
Stocks: 2 LPA every year for 4 years
Benefits: 91k Broadband, meals and insurance
Total: 37 LPA plus joining bonus of Rs. 2 lakh

Salary cut 20% first week the virus broke out, no bonuses this year, and it’s unlikely that we will get that 20% back. Good thing this was my first year and I earned all of 3 months of my salary. 😑

Just looked up a firm a recruiter told me about. I would be the only Latino on the roster and among the few that didn’t go to an Ivy League or top 20 law school. I don’t even know if I should bother applying...

Recommendations on an exceptional career coach who can help my husband? He works with his brother at a startup his brother founded (my husband is in-house counsel) but often finds himself belittled by his brother, cut out of conference calls and emails and generally feeling like he has no skills. He's an ivy league graduate and went to a great law school but for many reasons cannot leave this job right now. Looking for someone to help w/his confidence level and ways to approach his brother. TIA!

Do brokers like Lockton and Marsh only hire established producers or are they open to newer producers?

Aside from short term emergency declarations where visas are handed out, has anyone found any countries that provide a visa due to a skill shortage, or carriers that offer sponsorship for senior insurance professionals? Curious mostly about Europe and Oceania.

Hours check anyone? I’m at 1400 to date with pro bono. 2000 target. On track but September is looking slowwwww

Don’t you love it when it takes two weeks for a recruiter to return your email but once they email you they want your response ASAP? Lovely people.

Do the Explorer and Explorer II have ridiculously long wait time from ADs?

Trying to set up my home office. Would love recommendations on gear (standing desks, camera's/mic's, chairs etc.).

What’s a historical event that fascinates you? I want to pick a event to deep dive into and learn more about it. Sourcing topics 😁

Hello Guys

I want your suggestion on what to choose between M.sc IT or M.sc Computer science. Which one is better for career point of view in IT . I mean i just want your views which degree i pursue as i only have these two options.
P.S- i have done BCA earlier.

Please guys suggest.

Considering making the move from distressed investing/special situations to consulting, particularly pe consulting for the following reasons: more team-oriented, structured career path, more variety, etc. Thoughts?

Hi I am single woman planning to move to Austin Texas. Looking for some good and safe neighborhoods for apartments. Would really appreciate some suggestions.

Any recommendation for a public place to watch the US F1 Grand Prix together with other folks who couldn’t get a COTA ticket?

Planning to be in town for work. I want to visit lake Travis, 360 bridge and Barton springs. Will I be able to get an Uber from those spots? Open to general suggestions too! Don’t worry it’s just a temporary visit 😏

I was accosted last night at the bar when some guy overheard me telling my date I worked at Apple. Lots of expletives and "go back to where you're from" rhetoric. Do people really feel this way? So far, everyone I've met has been so welcoming.

Anyone know the best place to live in Austin, TX if you work at Tesla? I didn’t want a super far drive going into work so was hoping to find something 20 minutes or less.

Does anyone work at IBM, Salesforce, or Palo Alto Networks? I’ve been interviewing with all three and would love some insight about how you like your company/red flags you’ve come across.

Is anyone interested in subleasing a 2bd/br apartment (unfurnished) in South Austin May-August? It’s right next to Lady bird lake, pet/handicap friendly. $1903 a month.

I do enjoy a Texas sized thunderstorm every now and then 🤠

Moving to Austin near the Samsung fab. Any apartment recommendations?

Downtown Austin nice highrise apts? I hear good things about bowie and northshore. Stick to those two or any other good ones at that similar price pt

Kyle, Texas - anyone know a decent spot for apps and a nicer happy hour type setting ?

Good place for a Colorado, lift with wheels and tires

Does anyone want to get brunch this weekend?
Finally settled into the city and have the time and desire to keep up with social calendars!

F25- Southeast Austin.
Don’t work at Deloitte anymore, if that matters!

How's Manor as a city in terms of buying a single-family home: school-wise, future price appreciation of houses etc ..?

Moving in October and looking for a room to rent for 2-3 months while I figure out a rental. Any suggestions on where to look?

Does anyone in this bowl work at one of the major hospitals in the area? I have 6+ YOE in healthcare and I've been trying to go back into a hospital/clinic setting ever since I moved from DC last year.

My background is in healthcare (process improvement, research, health policy, health outcomes)

TIA

Curious how many of you live outside of Austin but commute to work within the city? Or if you’re fully remote.

Is Field of Light at Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center worth it?