Welcome! Hoping this can be a useful space for POC at non-profits particularly as Covid-19 is impacting many of our orgs. Have any of your jobs been impacted?

What do you all think the odds are of LA shutting production down again given the latest uptick in Covid?

Does signing up for hardship assistance during COVID impact credit score?

How will federal contracts be impacted because of COVID? I'm on the beach & slightly nervous.

Left a job before COVID-19 and wanted to take some time to figure out what’s next. Now I feel the need to find something (anything). Any wisdom for someone who doesn’t even know what they want to do?!

I’m sure this has been asked before—but how do you get through work when going through a breakup with a long term SO? I have a new male boss & cant really tell him what’s going on. I’ve been taking PTO scattered. I live alone and NYC Covid winter alone is already feeling so overwhelmingly sad and lonely on top of everything else.

Parents with kids under 5 and based out of NJ: Are covid vaccines under 5 available in your pediatrician offices? Ours said they don’t plan to get it because of storage conditions and I can’t seem to find any health system/practice which is offering the vaccine appointment yet. Any gud since from your pediatrician office regarding administration etc? Any information is appreciated. Thank you!

I saw a study that they believe ears are a risk to catch COVID-19. How does this affect ENTs?

I had heard a while back that the placentas of those who tested positive for COVID19 were injured. Have we learned anything futher?

Can someone help me understanding if the finger prints at the consulate counts as Biometrics? Due covid they aren’t taking biometrics at the USCIS field offices in the US but they are using previous ones, asking this as I’m doing a I-485

Anyone here a size 7-7.5 shoe & have a pair of Louboutin pumps? I want to buy either the Kate (100mm) or So Kate (120mm) pumps but I’m nervous about what size to get. I hear they run small but I’m not sure if I should get an 8 or 8.5.

(I’m trying to avoid going into a store because of covid so that’s why I’m ordering online)

Need to travel due to a family emergency - can someone suggest where to get free Covid testing in Boston? Specifically, in Framingham area. Thank you so much. Appreciate any help.

Anyone know of volunteering options around the Fairfax va area? Covid has me feeling like I’m stuck in a rut and I really want to make a difference where I can. With my current client, work is very busy and I want options close to home and not in dc etc

Does anyone have recommendations for locations to get the free RT-PCR COVID testing for international travel (results within 72 hours)?

J'inaugure le bowl avec une question covid : quelles sont les politiques de vos entreprises en terme de retour au travail? BCG propose deux jours par semaine mais le teletravail reste recommandé.

31 years old male. Used to be an athlete, haven’t worked out proper since COVID started. Finally going back, much weaker, and many more inches on me. Think I can bounce back at my age? What supplements apart from Whey should I be considering and how many days a week of heavy lifting? I love lifting heavy! Also do I need to make space for cardio? Never used to do it and I feel now maybe I have to. Lots of questions thanks in advance!

I was interviewing for a position before Covid and was just about to do the final interview when the role got put on hold. It's opened back up again and the hiring manager reached out. They said they'd follow up this week with a time to do the last interview, but I havent heard back yet. Is it too soon to follow up?

What’s EYP’s MBA sponsorship program like? What are the requirements, any clawback period?

Hi Fishes! Did anyone in this bowl undergo an internship with D-USI before starting as a full time employee? If yes, can you share your internship experience?

Anyone from mcK QB here? Would you recommend a partner in BCG gamma to switch over? Is it too political there as well or better? Is QB also ruled by a group of French or better diversity in leadership

Advice on Verizon internet speed packages? Options are 200 mbps, 400 mbps, or gigabit connection. 2 people living there, WFH, probably 4-7 devices connected, Netflix/Hulu watching, we’re not gamers

What are the biggest differences between how you studied for L3 vs 1 & 2? I am really trying to avoid having to go another year.

MS Taxation, MS Accounting, MBA, JD, BS#2, CFP?

What would be the most beneficial credential outside of the BS in accounting and a CPA for an early career or entry level associate?

How much does University/School weigh on career outcomes?

I have given my interview and the recruiter collected my documents, pay slips expected ctc etc. It has been 2 weeks already and my recruiter told me they're waiting for Oracle approval. How long does it generally take? Do they reject these approval requests often? Anybody attended interview in July or August have received offer letter?

Over the past 5 years public accounting has made me so cynical that I almost feel sorry for the people I talk to. How do I get back to being the happy/bubbly guy I used to be?

Whats the current WFH policy .. is it hybrid or you need to WFO

What if we played a game of Among Us?

Healthcare marketers: who do you use for Direct Response service line patient acquisition? Have they done well?

Hi Sarah! What do you look for in a prospective strategists nowadays? How can a junior candidate stand out from the rest and display their passion? Thank you so much

A friend of mine who is interviewing for jobs told me the interviewer was great up until when he asked about work/life balance and the interviewer threw in a comment saying "stress can be fun". Safe to say I think he's taking a break from job searching 😂.

best phones under 20k..

Is anyone in the Deloitte / ACN / PWC / EY Anaplan practice available to network? Currently at a boutique Anaplan consulting firm and looking to make a switch to a larger firm to round out my skill set / learn from a larger network of professionals. Preferable remote with hybrid flexibility however open to relocation.

Cook book recommendations?

I felt very good following Dana’s Town Hall. Having heard other networks are already facing furloughs and layoffs, did you feel as encouraged?

For the nonprofit attorneys here: What do you do on a daily basis? What skills and competencies do you utilize the most? What are the most pressing legal issues affecting 501c orgs?

Any online volunteering opportunities that need volunteers?

Where are you on your PSLF journey? I have 2.5 more years before my $250k+ is forgiven. Keeping my fingers crossed for another forbearance extension 😊

What's the best career advice you've received?

Any tips/advice on nonprofit job-hunting right now? My current position is pretty secure but limited potential for growth.

Does anyone know of a public defender making the transition to private practice? Either civil or crim? If so I’d greatly appreciate hearing about the process and transition. 3rd year PD in Brooklyn looking to switch.

Have your nonprofits announced a return back to the office from WFH? My org is scheduled to return after labor day.

Seeking a payroll service. Anyone with experience with Gusto v. Patriot?

Happy Friday! Does your org offer summer Fridays? My org is closed on Fridays in August.

Happy humpday! I’m trying to get a sense of who’s in the bowl and the types of orgs, agencies and companies folks work for to have a sense of what would be helpful content to share. I’ll start, I’m an attorney at a civil rights nonprofit (going on five years) and previously worked for the fed govt.

Good morning! Getting ready for the big snowstorm today by exploring this Bowl. Looking forward to connecting and learning from my peers.

How has the pandemic impacted work-life balance for you? Have things improved or worsened over the past two years?

Hi all! I am on the hunt for a new nonprofit fundraising/development manager position in DC (or remote). Might anyone have a strong lead or an organization they would recommend? I currently work in this space and have experience fundraising and managing corporate, law firm, and foundation relationships. I’d like to continue doing this work but am hoping to do it with a different org that has room for career advancement and makes meaningful efforts to advance DEI.

Has anyone heard of or worked for the nonprofit Open Plans, inc in NY?

Happy New Year! What are your resolutions for 2021? Mine is to continue practicing gratitude.