Thoughts on Veteran status and the ongoing corporate layoffs?

Are you getting fired if you get an email from leadership about low utilization?

Does any team is facing layoffs problem in American Express. Really a horrible rumors I heard.

I think I'm being laid off in about an hour

I seem to go through this cycle where I'll try to fix a problem, fix it and then go back to my old ways. I'm trying to fight against it but basically my performance review is coming up and I think it's likely I'm going to be let go because of my failure to meet expectations. Earlier in the year I was going through a rough time and working through it, I have gotten better over the course of the year but I feel it's not enough. I got fired from my last job. I'm so sick of this cycle

It looks like there were several layoffs at PwC today. What's going on?

Has anyone been laid off / received the suspicious connect invites for this week? Wondering if we should start worrying about layoffs as well within TS&A…

Laid off two weeks ago. Doing some freelance, interviewing a lot but sort of losing my mind. What have you done to keep yourself sane in times of under employment?

Financing question - If you get laid off or have a gap in employment, does your 2 year proof of income “clock” (for lack of a better term), restart? Basically asking if you need to have 2 yrs of consecutive W2 income to great loan terms? For context, I was approved for great terms earlier this year but didn’t go thru with a purchase

Anyone concerned about the alleged “stealth” layoffs? Wondering which firms are doing this…

What are the weirdest reasons you have heard for people being laid-off? Heard someone getting laid off because of submitting wack expenses.

Hi! I’m a senior graphic designer newly laid off looking for a new in-house creative position. Let me know, thanks

So I was laid off. Is it okay to talk about it at my next job interview? Feels like everyone knows anyway.

I’m finding that a weird side effect of losing my job in this climate is ad agencies taking advantage of my weakened position. They get in touch, proactively or in response to my reaching out, and they want to hire me as they are in good shape. When I reveal I was laid off, the offer changes to freelance or maybe nothing. My work, awards, the fact that they know me and approached me in the first place should be enough. I don’t want to lie about my situation. Any ideas how to avoid this?

Pretty sure I’m getting laid off tomorrow morning. Our company was acquired and now I’ve got a meeting at 8am with head of HR & our VP to “discuss next steps” for my position. I wish they’d just put it in an email and save me the next 24 hrs of stressing but here we are.. any advice on questions, etc I should prepare before tomorrows meeting? Talk about worst time of year to lose your job 😭 I’m also expecting so it’s adding to my stress. Ugh.

How is the layoff at Eli Lilly?
Are they kicking out people because of free insulin tweet?

@lilly @Eli Lilly

*Analysts talking in the cafe*

BA 1: “seriously, what is Deloitte good for these days??”

BA2: “Layoffs and Fight Club?”

BA1: “...Touché”

Can someone please explain unlimited PTO (paid time off I think) for a non American? I’ve heard some on here say it’s a scam, why?

Hi, an announcement - today i recieved the Uk Skilled worker visa decision. The process took exactly 3 weeks from the BRP registeration at VFS. Also a tip when going to collect the passport, please ask VFS rep to provide you Sim card. This is free of cost for Skilled worker visa entry.

Can I switch from KGS to KPMG AUSTRALIA within 6 months of joining.?

Definitely wanna sleep in and not go to work 🥺

How good is Accenture Operations in terms of growth? Does it have any cons in terms of the pay package difference or in annual hikes?

Would would a senior product manager do over and beyond a product manager. We don’t have any seniors at my startup and I’m trying to figure out what I need to do/achieve to get promoted. Any advice would be much appreciated.

Who did that Snoop and Bad Bunny Corona ad?

What are the dials to contact ratio you're getting these days? It seems my contact ratio is dropping steadily. Currently I'm up to 120 dialls so far and have 2 contacts

How much do people typically pay an experienced freelance art director / designer ?

I am searching for anyone who was like me 6 years ago; sitting in public accounting, while secretly working with my small book of clients on the side hoping to get the nerve to leave. I want to connect with accountants that are ready to make the transition from employee to entrepreneur.

If that’s you – we should chat! I would love to share my experience with you, so you can avoid some pretty common pitfalls I made.

Just accepted a offer at JPM private bank for a client associate. Anyone have any insight on the upwards trajectory? I’m working on my masters in corp finance and will be registered. Just would like to know the possibilities of where I could go!

Had Joined in June so what variable payout I can expect in Nov? The VP mentioned in offer is 28%

Any Mckisney fish willing to put through a referral for a position I am qualified for?

Have you ever blocked a work colleague on your employer’s messaging system? (i.e. Skype)

Where are you now and where would you want to move and why? (If you want to move)

I feel like I am a "grass is always greener on the other side" person and I for example as European would love to spend some time in the US, I came across many people doing the move in the other direction, so I am curious to see different opinions from people growing up in different places.

How’s everyone preparing for a potential shutdown in October?

At 27, 1st year sr associate, non mba masters and earning 105k. High col city. Underpaid? What are thr prospects of hitting 200k in a few years. Should I go get an mba?

Hi Fishes, I am currently serving my notice period. I am a frontend developer and have 10+ years of experience in technology stack like Vue Js, JavaScript, Typescript, jQuery, Angular 1.4.8, OOJS, Html, CSS, SASS, Axios, REST, JSON, Ajax Bootstrap, Vuex, Jira, Jenkins, Git etc. I am an immediate joiner. Pls let me know if you come across any opportunity.
Pls help.

Have a month and a half of Gi bill left, what online course could I take to get some juicy BAH.

I went from the Marines to McKinsey. I basically only join organizations that are extraordinarily arrogant about being the best...

Getting dinged for relationship counseling at MEPS when trying to join again after six years, honorable discharge. Is it a sign? Should I remain a free man? Worth the waiver? MEPS is mad annoying.

I've really struggled with my fitness since getting out. Weight fluctuates a lot and I have a hard time sticking to a workout schedule for any significant period of time. Is it worth hiring a trainer? What are your strategies?

I am a veteran with relatively little business experience and currently navigating through consulting mainly in generalist roles. Realistically, how long do you think someone can perform work as a generalist and, if forced to transition out, what might be some alternative career options?

Even though most of my memories of the military involve me being frustrated beyond belief at how stupid things could get, I spend a significant amount of time wishing I hadn’t left.

5 years later.

Does anyone here have experience with military leave impacting utilization? My reserve unit does “super drills” so without AT, I’m already missing time. I’m thinking I should ask for an adjusted tgt.

Any restrictions for federal employees from investing in stocks or using robo-advisors like Wealthfront? If it matters, it’s a non sensitive role at VA.

Working in the DC area. I’m eligible for TRICARE benefits as a military retiree. I’ve currently got the barebones insurance through my employer which effectively pays nothing before a massive annual deductible. Any thoughts or experiences about dropping employer-based insurance and going with TRICARE exclusively? I’m also in a geographic region where we can sign up for US Family Health Plan (TRICARE Prime-like coverage through civilian providers).

Can I join the Air Force reserves while in consulting?

Yeah, yeah... co-managers, you know what you and I have in common... we both HATE ME, at least we have that. ...where the fck do i go from here? Anybody need a gunslinger for hire?

Looking to connect with someone knowledgeable on Amazon's Consumer Veteran Business Leader Program. Anyone with experience interviewing for, or in the program?

Any Navy / MC aviation bros in here?

What were the cops doing outside the school with tasers drawn? Waiting for explicit orders to breach the school?

Did anyone serve in the JAG corp reserve while working in Biglaw? Would love to connect

I’m going up for top secret clearance soon, do I have to disclose a crime I did when I was 12 that I got expunged?

Is anyone doing anything for Veteran's Day? I'm walking in a parade with my son this weekend but we don't even get today off (Boo)!

I feel an obligation to have this up:
IF ANYONE ON HERE HAS SUICIDAL THOUGHTS OR FEELINGS OR MAYBE KNOWS SOMEONE WHO HAS JUST COMMITTED SUICIDE AND WANTS TO TALK THEN FEEL FREE TO REACH OUT ON HERE.