What is the best job you've ever had (in Houston)?

WoW classic anyone? I want to get into it but might not have time till this weekend

Hey fishes,
Need help with a query. I had a joining bonus of 2LPA subjected to tax deductions. Now, since I am leaving within an year of joining, the company is asking me to pay back the complete 2LPA. In this case, what happens to the tax I have already beared close to 45,000. Will I get it when I file ITR?

contact us for investment queries we may not have all solution but can give new prospective

Fishbowlers. I got a bad performance review. I need to knock my next one out of the park. Open to any suggestions. S1 in month 6 of starting. I need to get quicker and be able to be a ‘lead senior’. How can I make a manager and directors life easier?

Hate the last-minute aircraft changes. Goodbye power outlets and video screens, hello pre-1970 decor and non-existent amenities... so much for Comfort Plus

I got an email from a Cybersecurity Advisory Partner with the subject "Catch-up". Last week we all rolled-off from project abruptly b/c the client terminated the contract. Am I getting laid off?

🐠 Fam - What’s a good whiteboard solution for my home office? What do you use and from where do I get it? Thanks!

Planning a babymoon with my wife. Shooting for April-May and looking at Hawaii (Maui or Big Island). Hoping with the vaccine and travel precautions, it'll be okay, but we're also prepared to cancel.

Any recommendations for hotels there that you've liked? I figure the Ritz or Four Seasons, but would love some opinions from those who have been.

Am I crazy for thinking the next ten years look bearish for mega-cap tech? Explanations inside.

Should we keep MNLO stock? TIA!

Any tips when leaving a firm? Younger associate <1 year.

Today I messed up doing a delivery. The client was expecting the supplies at 3pm in the warehouse, however, there was an accident on the highway and traffic was insane. It slipped my mind to let them know about the delay. Now, they believe it was me being irresponsible and are threatening to fire me for not reporting on time and possible losing them a client. What can I do to fix the situation?

EY fish, i-140 approved but I haven't completed my 180 days yet. Got extension for 3 years (completed 6 years on H1b). Will EY revoke the GC petition if I decide to join EY in my home country?

Disappointed and ashamed that this wasn’t a full rebuke of Trumpism but all the signs point towards a narrow win.

Within my first year of Consulting, really struggling with the hours amongst other things. Spoken to a couple of people internally and the advice is to get on to projects with bigger budgets and therefore bigger teams/more support. I want to wait until I hit the one year mark before making a decision on whether Consulting is for me or not. Curious to hear from other experienced hires..how is/was your first year?

After a decade of experience at big American banks plus consulting, with an American education and passport, how expansive are my options with big and/or small names in the region?

Prospecting Ae’s (or bdrs) are you getting a lower open rate/filtered by spam filters due to attaching a link, screenshot or pdf? If yes, I’m curious if it’s the same drop off rate for all or if it’s different

I ve been in Houston for like 8 months now. I am introverted, and I live by myself. I literally have no friends here outside of the folks I talk to at work.
I need help.

Any good apartments in the heights, montrose, midtown, river oaks, rice village, tangle wood, memorial park area anyone recommends? My current lease is ending soon

Best ways to sell used furniture?

**HAPPY HOUR**

I'm in the back of Kirbys Ice House (River Oaks location) at a table with 2 couches.

You'll see the Fishbowl balloons.

What's your favorite restaurant in Houston, hands down? I'm trying to test out all of the best spots before I move! Please drop your favorite

Anyone interested in a live talk for this bowl and talk about interesting things people are working on?

Any relatively recent applicants to Texas State Bar to be admitted without examination? How long did it take for you to be admitted after application was complete? Trying to gauge current timeline.

F fishes, which one do you prefer Ariat or Lucchese?

Looking to relocate from VA to Houston, any recommendations on apartments?

Does anyone have any apartment recommendations for a 1 bed 1 bath?

My company is hiring for CPAs for associate for our dispute and investigation group. DM me if interested. Preferably have audit experience.

Might be a long shot, but does anyone know of Houston companies hiring PL/SQL developers?

About a month ago I got stuck behind this huge bicycle event called "Critical Mass". Probably sat at the light for 20-25 minutes before I could get through. Noticed a bunch of them doing irresponsible stunts like wheelies or drinking beer as they rode. Anyone else encountered these jerks?

Let's start a new weekly thread: Pop in here every Wednesday to share events, shows, and activities that are happening this coming weekend!

Renters: if you love your place, please let me know. My apartment complex is mehhh now and rent for my 2 bedroom/2bathroom, 1100 sq. ft. apartment is going up to $2,600+. I don’t mind the price but I need more amenities for it to be worth it. Also is Hanover worth the hype?

I’m relocating to the US from an international rotation to work in Galveston. I have never been to Texas and I am trying to find the best spot for my family to live in. So far from reading online it sounds like Pearland is a good option but I have not been able to validate that/ figure out what other options are out there. I would appreciate all advice:
1. Would you recommend living in Pearland?
2. What are other good areas to live in? Safe and would like to be less than 1 hour from Galveston.

Can someone recommend a good dentist out here?

Do you guys ever worry about hyper-nationalism in Houston and the suburbs?