What are some good reads to be able to connect with people, improve presentation skills and overall knowledge? About to start reading Weekend Language. Any suggestions?

From podcast to a LIVE to how can I connect it all across multiple platforms? A reel is 1min. 1 reel a wk for 4 weeks is 4mins. 1 video a month on YouTube. 🤔

Horror movies for Friday night suggestions please?

Does anyone have motivating/good sales books to recommend?

Favorite halal restaurant in Boston? Help a Muslim brother out 😅

Just a shout-out here to Shilling Canning Company in Navy Yard. We had a really nice anniversary dinner there, food was great, service was great, and not crazy expensive. Definitely recommend it for anyone looking for a nice spot that isn't super buzzy or crowded.

Any guided running app recommendations? Specifically looking for something where I can play either Spotify playlists or podcasts while also getting the guided run, if such a thing exists 😂

May I know why are we not allowed to eat in shuttle? I was stopped by security guard cz I was eating ... I was hungry,packed up my food,running out of coding work . .. Strange !!

Anyone likes The Strokes? Friend got cold feet and I’m now stuck with an extra ticket to their NYE gig.

Reading any good books lately? Currently reading Present over Perfect

Just tried the Houseparty app. Not impressed. It’s definitely for 12 year olds. I like the concept of games, but someone needs to get on a version with R rated games. Where my coders at?

Who’s watching Pam & Tommy?

Good book recommendations? Male 🐟 here.

Just started watching Start-up. How does everyone like it?

Buckle up everyone, the holiday season has officially started. Time for endless carols and overplayed Christmas songs on the speakers all day long 😑

Mexican restaurants for a date? Looking for a lunch spot.. most of the nicer ones just open for dinner! Help!

Last song you listened to.. go!

In Knoxville, TN for a day. Recs for one bottle you'll absolutely suggest? Also the name of the store where I can get that, would be great too! Thank you!

Hello Fishes, there are few questions hitting to my mind about PWC AC, can you please help me clear this.

1. Benefits included and when does my eligibility start at PWC

2. Other perks(telecommuting perks and stock options) at PWC

3. vacation time and sick leave at PWC

4. Bonus compensation (Yearly / Mid year Bonus, Joining Bonus)

Thanks!!

KGS gurgaon asking for return to office mandatorily?

Got update from UST like cleared 1st round. Is there any other round or HR round is L2 ?.

Any Junior Creative Professionals in London want to team up for Cannes Young Lions this year?

Hey London media peeps. How’s life in the big holding company agencies? I started my career in the US at a groupm agency and since then have been abroad at various small media shops.

Hey UK agency folks, Is it normal to expect a very experienced, award-winning illustrator with an extensive online portfolio to make pieces "on spec" to win a paying job?

Hi Fishes,

I am currently looking for a job change in backoffice. I have 6.8 years of experience in BPO.
Preffered location is Pune, Maharashtra.

Please let me know if there are any openings for me.

Thanks!

What is the hike one can expect when promoted to 601 ?

CIB AIS

KGS band kyun nahi ho jati

As I see KPMG Global Services office is not present in Kolkata, is there any chance of having KGS office in Kolkata in near future?

When will the new pune office be operational ?

Hii all, I got an offer from KGS as Associate 2, with 8lpa, should I accept the offer?

Would you travel in June from NYC to LA - for an editing job? I’m thinking .... why??? It’s working just fine to work from home — Opinions ?

hi, fishes,

for 9 + years exp is 32 good pkg with AD role in UBS?

Salary - What is the salary of Operations Managers in Hyderabad

Dec end is my birthday and first anniversary. planning on a week long trip in the us. suggestions?

Designated Survivor- season 2: is Lyra platform = today’s Palantir? :)

Tried to buy groceries tonight but forgot my ID. Ugh.

Looking for recommendations on a good book/resource on how to manage people, especially when you’re managing teams to achieve tight deadlines and also overall leadership for those teams. Currently on a project with tight regulatory deadlines and feel like I’m struggling to push people without pissing them off. Great learning curve for me and a good read seems timely. TIA!

Looking for book recommendations on strategy/strategic thinking. Something along the lines of Contagious but open to any options. Thanks in advance!

Got hired as a digital strategy consultant. I have over 10 years of industry experience but I’m new to consulting. What courses, workshops or books would you recommend to build a solid toolkit?

Trying to decide between an offer at Deloitte and a counter-offer at Booz. Deloitte has the name recognition and better benefits but I have a really supportive team at Booz and good work-life balance. Any insight is appreciated! I would be starting at Deloitte as a Consultant in GPS. Currently a Senior Consultant at Booz.

Am I the only one whose LinkedIn newsfeed is filled with “proud to announce...” posts from new hires joining consulting?
I too received multiple offers, but didn’t care to flex and humble brag lol...

How many hours do you practice before an interview? I probably have done a total of 10-15 hours wondering if this is overkill or significantly under (disregard case prep)

I just deleted five emails whose only text was "Thanks!"

Do you find these emails beneficial or annoying?
Is there a social cost of doing away with them?

Best companies for retail strategy consulting? What about retail in general ?

How’s the HomePod Mini? Meant to pick it up for Christmas but delivery is in February so held off

How to become secure of oneself? I feel like I am constantly looking for validation from my bosses as well as my juniors and it's really nerve-wracking!!

Anyone from Strategy& open to chat/provide a referral?

First day as scrum master and for a new team, any tips? I’m not used to gathering a team that’s 100% remote and am trying to figure out creative ways to get the team engaged.

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

Regarding the WSJ article.. Can anyone in PE explain why any pension fund would be interested in buying single family homes? Extremely illiquid, historically follows inflation.... Do they think Texas will go the way of CA? Ie/ zoning and artificial cost inflation due to supply constraints by the govt? It just seems to go against what is taught in economics as a sound investment... i guess CALPERS is desperate for yield given how upside down the state is

What’s going to happen to the people who are at a high risk for severe illness if they catch the coronavirus? Will they still make them travel? Should they look for new jobs that don’t require travel?

I know Mck is the top for strategy, but in terms of digital/design in top consulting firms which do you think is better? Mckinsey digital or deloitte digital? (Or another..?)

I am starting a new role with a new company and will have 6 direct reports. Although I have managed teams before in a consulting project setting, this will be the first time in industry. Any recommendations on how to sharpen my management skills (books, blogs, etc). Particularly looking at how to delegate effectively and practical examples on how to run day to day.