This Monday is Mondaying. First my internet didn’t work then my phone started acting wonky. How’s everyone else doing?

Hi! Can anyone provide insight into how I can increase my chances of getting a position at Microsoft? It's in the Financial Services Group and I think I'd be a good fit. Any help is appreciated!

I remember watching Orange is the New Black and being mortified at how some cops treat inmates within a prison. Is it really like that in real life?

How to maximum save taxes for 20LPA?

See the George Floyd trial verdict will be announced in the next hour.

How are you counseling clients around this? Or, are you not counseling clients on this?

Curious to hear from the bowl.

How is PwC AC at senior levels? What is hierarchy

I work at a medical device manufacturing plant as a training coordinator, I have a military background and a degree and am trying to advance but am feeling stuck. I am a literal jack of all trades, and am trying to get out of the hourly life, I’m working an average of 100 hour weeks and have been for at least the last 6 months.

Hello guys,

Just wanted to know about the onboarding process in HSBC. Is it virtual or we have to go to office? And also when we will be getting the onboarding mail and pre-joining formalities mail before DOJ

It would be helpful if someone clarified this...

Is it true that comp changes at some top consulting firms depending on how well your bschool is ranked?

Looking to rent a 2bd2br in/by West Midtown or Buckhead. Any recommendations?

I just saw a stat on SHRM that best in class orgs have $1,100 per employee budget for HR (including all HR FTE’s, systems, etc) this seems unreal. Is anyone willing to share how they develop their HR budget? And what’s included?

Athletic 🐠 - who else has trouble with slim pants being tight in the thighs? What are methods you do to get around it? I like slimmer pants for style but don’t want to feel uncomfortable when sitting

Anyone able to refer @ Kearney Dubai pls? ~10 yrs strat consulting experience in Western Europe.

Our annual reviews are approaching & one of my direct reports has been with us for almost six years w/ little growth. My reco was to let him go & find a stronger, hungrier & more motivated designer at the same level. However, my boss instead wants us to promote him in hopes that will spark some motivation. I am not behind this decision & have voiced my multitude of concerns in promoting an employee who doesn't deserve it. HR is behind the decision! Thoughts on promoting an undeserving report?

Which is better 30 lpa in India or 90k SGD in Singapore?

For those of you at these firms giving associates base salary raises, what are your billables like? I’m trying to decide if now is the time to lateral from a lower AM 100 up.

Any fish willing to assist with a Cap1 referral?

How many Black partners have you seen or met in your career so far? At my firm, there is one of us out of the 20 people I work with and when you go to events do you meet more senior Black people or just a large group of associates?

Are you all talking to recruiters? What are they saying about the market, signing bonuses, etc.?

First-year at a big law firm and I feel like i’m getting passed on good work opportunities that end up going to other first year associates. Is this the norm? I reach out for work but other non-minorities end up with the work. What do I do?

What is everyone wearing for shoes today?

For the past few months of interviewing have made it to the final round with a few firms, and the feedback is similar, ‘I’m a great candidate, but it’s not the right time’ Is this code for something? Am I missing something?

Last week, I mentioned that I needed to take an appointment (my therapy appointment) this Wednesday at noon. I also mentioned that this is a medical appointment, and I don’t feel comfortable moving the appointment. I just received an email that I need to be available. How can I stick to my boundary?

Good morning. I am a newly admitted attorney(well I’ve be practicing for a little over a year now) and I like the practice group I’m in but I don’t love it. How do I go about switching practice groups within my current firm and is it even possible?
**More information: currently working in the finance practice group but I’m interested in the general commercial and real estate groups

Anyone know any good divorce lawyers in NYC?
Thanks in advance 🙇🏾‍♀️

Does anyone have family members who constantly demand money because they feel like you’re rich now because you’re a lawyer? I’ve always wanted to be in a position to help my family but we all live in the high COL city so my salary doesn’t carry me as far as it would elsewhere. I’ve given a detailed summary of all of my expenses yet every month one family member in particular comes to me for rent money (not some, the full amount, and they refuse to get a job). It has become quite the burden.

How close do you live to the office? What are the pros and cons that you have experienced living far/close?

What’s your theme song? The song that helps you get your head in the game when you have a big hearing or meeting

Hello,

I got a letter from my apartment regarding unlawful detainer.

The apartment refused to take our rent for almost 4 months because it was paid in a personal check and not cashier’s check.

I have 5 days to respond, what should I do please?

I need to grow my professional network, I feel lonely and little bit stuck...How did you find your mentor?

Does anyone feel like there are certain practice areas that are more accessible and/or welcoming to black attorneys? Specify location when responding.

My office is having a barbecue at one of the supervisors houses. It starts at 4 pm. what time should I show up? Social norms say arrive 30 minutes to an hour after a party start time but it’s since it’s a work party, what is the social norm for social work events?

Let’s hear some good news! Share your biggest wins so far this week!

Do you think that hybrid/return to the office is working out? I actually like it, I can handle calls on or off video, get some errands done in the week and then go into the office for just enough people interaction for the week…