What hobbies are people doing now? Getting a bit bored of books and TV, so would love to hear what you’re all up to!

Best restaurant you’ve been to in Charlotte? Looking for an experience!

Where is everyone originally from? Also, list your favorite spots in midtown area!


I’m originally from NYC and moved to Miami a few months ago. Lagniappe, Sugarcane, mandolin, Itamae are some of my favorite spots in walking distance. Still looking for a martial arts gym around here if anyone has good recs!

Do you avoid going to shows and concerts that restrict use of electronics? I want to go to a comedy show during the week, but there's a disclaimer that they kick you out If you're checking phone/smart watch, etc. I'm also thinking of shows where they put your phone in one of those dumb locking bags

Any suggestions for Latin dancing venues? New to the area.

For those who are active and fit, do you eat out often (takeout, restaurants, etc) or do you usually cook your own meals?

Has anyone been to or knows about those glass igloos that you can stay in - I think in Finland? - to watch the Northern Lights? My dream is to see the lights and want to do it in the best and most magical possible way

Let's build a playlist! Share what artist. songs or podcasts you like to listen to while spending hours writing endless amounts of code.

Spent a weekend at a JW and I had no hot water the entire time. Complained 3x and no fix, how many points? They gave me a packet of tea at checkout but this wasn’t what I was thinking.

Best Italian for boyfriends birthday? Thinking of Formento’s or Monteverde, any other good options with amazing pastas and as amazing atmosphere?

I’ve been getting into a healthier routine and make a meal replacement smoothie every morning. I bought a bunch of palisade peaches from a stand and chopped some up and froze them.

Mixed them up today with some OJ, Fairlife milk, unflavored protein powder, spinach, hemp seeds and chia seeds. Best smoothie yet!

I heard food is free in exl is that true

Seriously considering adding vegan stuff to my restaurant's menu, I don't have anything against meat except I can't afford it. :( Any ideas on something that doesn't taste like treebark? LOL

What's your favorite fine dining experience in Dallas and why?

Any suggestions on good books on consulting for reading during holidays

Recs on knives that will stay sharp, last long, and won’t rust? Trying to cook more and eat healthier.

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Hey Fishes,

Need referral in Accenture. I have the job id with me. Please let me know if anyone can help me with this.

How nervous is everyone about layoffs? As a first year, should I be worried?

How to get udemy access in iqvia? Do we need special approval? Please suggest

To recent new hires : I'm joining EY GDS tomorrow (19-Dec) and have submitted the relevant documents using the link in EY Feedback mail. Do we need to carry hard copies of those documents also while joining the office during new hire orientation?.

I dint feel happy when my bf proposed me for marriage.. i am not able to understand why..he is very nice guy, we have been dating for almost 4 years but honestly, in these 4 years, i never had that butterflies feelings with him never ever. Its just that we are comfortable with each other as a person thats it and we started dating.
Whats wrong with me..i am also not sure if i want marry him..

I’m getting messages from recruiters for Sr. Corporate Paralegal roles but all of my experience is in litigation. I have 6 years experience as a paralegal. Should I move forward with this? Not sure if I’m qualified.

Daily filling Timesheet even on bench.. bad process. it shall be weekly or monthly..

My mom and dad are separating (bad terms) and not speaking, but my mom asks me about him everyday. She knows I don’t want to talk to him or about him, but continues to bring it up everyday.. I’ve resorted to silence or not responding because I always end up being the bad guy when I get annoyed or don’t want to discuss it. Am I wrong here?

Whenever I have to put slides together, I doubt myself a million times and it takes too long to make a single slide. I know I have Impostor Syndrome and depression, and the longer it takes to put a slide together, the harder it is to get it done. It’s like I have a phobia for doing the work, but it’s my job as a consultant 😔 I think I fear getting it wrong, but I’m wondering if anyone else has experienced this and how they have coped? Thanks, in advance 🙏🏻

Any dads out here? Wife is 20 weeks pregnant with our first and want to connect and know from fellow dads on how are they coping. How are you helping your partner? Feel I am not doing enough. Except for getting ready with the finances.

Pregnant moms, feel free to provide suggestions on what your partner is doing which you really appreciate. I got the foot massage part covered. 😉

US visa question: I’m a Canadian with a non technical degree (business) and my company (American tech firm) doesn’t sponsor Visas. Is it still possible to get a TN visa and move?

I don’t own a company but I guarantee you that public disclosure of what everyone makes will result in more in issues than it will solve.

What are the different grade levels / titles in Deloitte india?

How many leaves are there in PwC AC. Do you guys have winter disconnect?

Whats the scene for sabbatical leave at amex,
I have been here for over a year now.

Whats the eligibility criteria? How to request one? Etc.

Thanks in advance.

Hey small agency friends with kids! Quick question. Our agency’s family health care is expensive (ranges from $1700/mon with normal deductible to $1100/mon with super high deductible). If anyone out there (at a small NYC agency) has a better plan and is comfortable sharing, would you mind telling me who your company uses? My kids’ college funds thank you!

Hi! Anyone attend law school part-time while working full time? If so, would you be willing to share the total debt you graduated with? I only ask because I have not been able to find any info related to this online (only stats on full-time students).

I will be submitting applications to schools in one month, but really want to gain a better understanding of finances during and after graduating from law school.

What do you think it takes for a PPD to get a utilization bearing WBS for proposal work? I know it is rare...

New to US. What happens if you get audited? Can I plan in advance? How likely? What do they look into?

Does 401k count as savings?

POULTRY SCIENCE IS A THING. WTF?! Living in a city my whole life got me sheltered. City folk - what other weird things have y’all come across?

What's the FSI strategy team like at KPMG?

Listening to guy on phone in SFO lounge telling his wife about his PE job offer: $350K plus 50% bonus. Not bad

Overheard & awkward conversations

Hi All,

Moving out of IT consulting to Product Management side in the next couple of weeks.
The new company I will join is an e-commerce division of a leading food retail group.

Any suggestions about books/ videos that I can access to learn the basics of the product side?

Best online course on Personal Finance?

What is level 8 in consulting? Or at Accenture?

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

What's the best consulting firms for H1B folks who have studied masters in STEM here? Got a cousin graduating this fall and he needs to know H1B/GC policies.

New joiner. What should I get with my $250 wfh stipend? I already have standing desk, dual monitor, portable monitor, and good headset, not too sure what else I need, but it’s free money. Thanks.

Deloitte fish, what’s an average bonus % for a 3, 2, 1 respectively ?

Love when a $20 salad on room service becomes $36 when it arrives, and they STILL ask for a “gratuity” 🙄

What are the best data privacy certs to aim for? 4 year exp in cyber risk consulting. Want to move to a privacy related role outside the big 4. Should I go for the CDPSE or CIPP or CIPM?

Tax question: I had a traditional ira which I moved to my employer 401k recently. I’m planning to do an after tax 401k to ira conversion. Would prorata rule apply since I had a traditional ira balance earlier this calendar year?

Here's a question I wish I never had to ask. Is it better to use the code for bereavement leave or just burn pto I'm going to lose anyway? Does it make a difference from a utilization standpoint?