Waiting to board and the woman to my left is playing a Whitney Houston Album over her phone speaker. Keep it classy DCA.

I'm not going to get back 5 hours of my life.

Watched "Indian Matchmaking". Full of incredulous stereotypes that I abhor. Indian here, btw.

Who doing wine Wednesday?🧐

Give me your thoughts, fish friends —
1: Who has a respectable account department nowadays in the Bay Area?
1.5: Generally, who is doing good work, good culture, etc.
2: Best sushi?

Cont’d...

Pick one- breaking bad or Game of Thrones

Any F 🐥/🐠 from San Jose here? 👋

Suggestions on where one may locate reasonably priced board games in Dubai? Somewhat random but I assume consultants play board games too

When I have more salsa then I do chips, I always pour the crumbs in and eat it up Ethiopian food style

What's the most life changing book that you've ever read?

Recs for golf lessons? Once things are open of course.

Do you read multiple books at once? Power through one at a time? Do you set a page or chapter daily/weekly goal? Only do audiobooks? Please share your reading habits so we 🐟 can borrow/steal like artists 🎨.

For me, I set 20-30 pg min/night and listen to a different audiobook to/from work. The audiobook thing is new as I've never read >1 at once. Considering 1 chapter/night w/ 3 different books (3 ch/night)... I just want to read them all though not sure - may muddle if one > others.

I read the leaks of season 8... sigh...

Best coffee shops to work from?…and go!
I love Call Your Mother Deli on New Hampshire near GWU!

Favorite mobile strategy games? (iOS) Would be great to find something I can also play offline

What “self help” books are you guys reading? I just read Untamed by Glennon Doyle and wow, I want to start from the beginning again, but feel like I should read something else. Would love any suggestions.

Hi fishes,

I am a c++ developer primarily on linux and qnx. I wanted to get started with the Microsoft Foundation Class (MFC) c++ library used for windows application development.

I don't see options in udemy. Is there a popular YouTube playlist or any other material you would recommend?

Any book recommendations that are must reads/made a significant impact on you?

Definitely not a fan of Westin's "Eat Well" proposition. I'm working in the room at 2:00 AM and the most appetizing menu item is a cold turkey avocado and arugula wrap. I just want a burger and fries!

Hi! I recently read Their Eyes Were Watching God and was stunned and the poetic and beautiful creations of Zoe’s Neale Hurston. Would love to discuss with anyone!

I’m turning 30 next month! Looking for ideas for a place to go with a group of ~5-10 friends. Ideally fun music to dance to but not tooo clubby. Bottle service/ability to reserve a table/space would be preferred too but not a must. Don’t really care what neighborhood it’s in. Ideas?!

I am having offer from JPMC for UAT POSITION and my current organisation is not ready for early release. Will Jpmc HR agree to extend date of joining

Any international senior creatives who are on O1 visa ? Need some assistance please.

Looking for job change Mainframe resources
Exp: 11+
Current location:Pune
Visa : valid H1B unstamped(2.6yrs exhausted)
Notice :90 days
Preferred location: Pune,Nagpur
Any leads will be appreciated,TIA

Hi, Is it possible to find a Strategy or Management Consulting job in the UK without being there? I did Masters from Europe and currently working in Europe. I am not sure which companies consider applications and offer tier 2 or other work visa? Moreover, does referral works in this case?

How do promotions work in P&T? I see some teams still require an open position that you have to apply for but others do the in place promotions. How do in place promotions work?

Where should I travel for Christmas? Looking for adventure and going to travel with other couples. Hoping to use points (delta/ spg)

I don’t drive. Does that limit my activities if I am traveling to Hawaii ?

Aside from LinkedIn, what are other sources to identify decision makers in large companies?

Me: 4.5 years in audit, Big 4, interviewed and accepted an offer in industry. You can let me know if your background differs and I can help tailor my responses to you.

Any thoughts on what a typical manager salary should be? Associates all start at 75 at BSR but managers fluctuate. Is 120k on par with other firms? 2 years experience in consulting, 5 industry, MA, and a subject matter expert. Is expecting a 45k jump with a promotion crazy?

Whats something that you did as a child through teenage years that you now don't do as an adult?

Example- I used to crumple, but now I fold

What stack of tax related software does PWC use on both the individual side and business side for compliance?

Has anyone requested for an experience letter from Deloitte for Canada PR? The automated letter doesn’t provide job responsibilities. I requested an exception and they want to know the reason for it.

Anyone know anything about a vendor called Remesh? BSO or legit?

Anyone know where I can learn Python and SQL online free?

Looking for opportunities

I have 11+ years experience in TCS as Business analyst in payment Cards domain. Also currently leading Cards product development, QA team as Scrum Master and serving banking clients as product owner.

Skills: Business analyst in Payment Cards domain, team lead, Scrum Master, Product Owner, techno Functional

Total Year of Experience: 11 years 8 months


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Need a good recommendation for a home office chair. I work from home a lot and need a new chair. My new one isn’t cutting it for me- it’s not comfy and I have lower back pain.

icelandair economy comfort... us airlines take some notes

Good consulting books? Not talking case prep but a fun read about the industry and what it takes to succeed, etc. Thank you!

Does anyone from EY have insight on layoffs? I'm seeing horror stories from other firms but haven't heard anything about EY layoffs. (Manager, FSO-Advisory-Risk)

Definitely not a fan of Westin's "Eat Well" proposition. I'm working in the room at 2:00 AM and the most appetizing menu item is a cold turkey avocado and arugula wrap. I just want a burger and fries!

Not exactly my first choice of places to take in the Fourth, but the fireworks look amazing from 30,000 feet. Happy Fourth of July, y'all!

Folks with suits that travel - how do you get around the one carry on and one personal item rule if you have a carry on, laptop bag, and garment bag?

A reminder to all: we are going through very difficult times. Please help someone who has gotten laid off if you can!

BS when u spend $800 on a ticket on a 757, you're Diamond Medallion and somehow you're still #10 on the upgrade list with 3 seats left... C'mon Delta

Woke up to bug bite at a Sheraton on my Birthday.. #GreatStart🙄😪

Do you think firms should pay the same salary to everyone at the same level, or allow for variation within a band based on experience?

Might sound basic, idk what I'm doing. If my home office is in one state but i work for a client in another state for part of the year, should I file taxes as working and living in separate states ?

I have managed and implemented Oracle projects for the last 10 years. I am a PMP, CSCP and PSM certified. I am looking for a change with a salary of 150,000.

Any recommendations?

I have an informational interview with a Managing Director on Friday about a manager role. I currently serve in a client services role and do not have traditional consulting experience (billable hours, etc.). Additionally, while I’ve worked with McKinsey, Accenture, McKesson, and other teams on major projects, I don’t have experience putting together the strategy, more of a support function. Feeling a tad intimidated! Any tips would be so very appreciated!

Question from a newbie consultant - What are some good online courses/ books to improve consulting skills?

Layoffs at Walmart corporate 😬😬

Some construction work going on in the room next to me at 11pm central time here at the Westin! How many points is this worth?

midnight flight sfo-ewr is awesome until it gets delayed to 1:30. every shop closed by 11, fml.

Have you found using a standing desk increase your productivity? How else do you increase your productivity? I am so distracted all the time

No promotion for me...time to quit!