What’s for lunch? Today’s Menu: Bun Thit Nuong (rice vermicelli noodles & grilled pork) w/ crispy spring rolls. Bon Appetite, everybody!

Any self improvement book recommendations? Thanks!

Anyone think Stellar is good buy?

In Dallas for a few weeks. Are there any good bars that have line dancing and two step? Or any other recommendations on “things to do”?

What is your mainsource of entertainment?

I'm looking for a good podcast that discusses community management or examples of successful communities. Any suggestions??

Just want to drop by to say that The Sylvester is the best bar in Miami.

What’s the best projectors for a home theatre room setup?

Any recommended restaurants with a live band/entertainment? Please indicate how much, if music is ticketed.

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Anyone wants go for drinks in the evening? New to SF and would like to explore new bars and clubs.

Any tip on places to see or restaurants in Helsinki other than the typically found in top 10 lists on the internet??

Want to improve my verbal and written communication skills. I hear reading more would help but I don’t read as much as I used to. So I’m wondering what books would help with that? Should I just read books that tickle my fancy like suspense and true crime novels? Help! Welcome to all book recommendations.

Has anyone else seen ads for the musical “Shen Yun”, EVERYWHERE??? To date I have seen billboards, social media ads, posters, and received a mailer yesterday. Their media budget must be massive.

Do Big 4 partners need to maintain any level of independence in retirement?

I am 22 and a few months into my first job and so far, I have only started investing in Roth IRAs, 401k, and certificates of deposits… I am trying to take steps to get into passive income (stocks, bonds, etc.) but, I am not sure of the best way to start… Any advice on investing for beginners?

SD rent prices are just about the same as SF right now. It’s blowing my mind.

Holding H1 stamped visa but haven't travelled yet and expired. Am I eligible for Cap-Exempt from India ?

How long it takes for cap-exempt to be processed these days in normal processing ?

Hi…I am an Ex employee of Accenture..I need Employment verification letter for RFE For H1B visa.. Accenture has provided the letter, But in the letter the purpose Was written as “ for procuring Lawful Permanent Residency “…. Now I am not sure if I can use this letter as Employement verification letter

Parents are traveling from India to US. Their vaccination certificate from the cowin app has the same date for both the first and the second dose. We have less than 72 hrs before our flight. The physical copy of the card that was issued from the hospital has the correct dates.
Has anyone traveled successfully to the US via United without getting this corrected?

Had to cut a call short saying battery about to die coz I wanted to eat my vada pav in peace. 🥴

Took a few days off to take control over my mental health and I couldn’t be happier that I did this

What should i go for TCS 9.5Lpa or Rategain 11.5 lpa

As performance review season approaches, I am offering my services to ghostwrite the BL Bowl’s annual self-evaluations. For an added fee, I will also attend your performance review. For an even bigger added fee, I will attend in-person.

Big law literally saved my life. I was working for the government and being sued by creditors and in a deep, dark place. I wasn't even able to afford my Ube transfer application on my own. I've been at my firm for 3 years now and my life has completely changed. I was so close to declaring bankruptcy it's not even funny. I understand why people rag on it but some of us would be in a really bad place if we weren't here

Did you make a mistake working in BigLaw? Why?

I have a 25K loan from my MBA. I paid off 100k whole, after graduation. 3 years ago, I moved my loan from federal to private ( SOFI) account. I recently lost my job. I have applied for unemployment, as the severance that I received will only cover for 2 months. Together my husband and I used to make less than 250k after tax. Now, with a loss of pay , we are going to make less. Do you think I will be eligible for Loan forgiveness?

Has anyone refinanced their student loans on h1b visa? Is common bond the only option?

Hi, what vendors do you like for 360 assessments?

Am I the only one who is happy I got into IT?

How to start a startup?

How to start a startup using an existing company as a parent company ? Will they help me anyway

What do people think of the British Royal Family? For those of us who grew up without ridiculous monarchies why do have to keep hearing about them in the news?

Quarantine vices you are picking up. I’m drinking a can of Coca Cola every day

Is anyone’s wfh office chair getting less “springy” over time? Mine just doesn’t have the same umph it had before, constantly lowering throughout the day.

Now that most companies' events have either been canceled indefinitely or gone virtual, which companies are using virtual tools best? What tools are they using for career fairs or recruiting?

Bain is hosting holiday party at Joy District Club in Chicago… KPMG needs to step it up…

I am just starting my weight loss journey, trying to figure out what my BMI is and what types of food makes me more fat. Any one here can make recommendations? I googled but so much info...

Anyone have a good office chair recommendation? Really not trying to spend more than $150 but willing to go to $200 if there is a really good recommendation.

Thanks!

Has anyone ever outsourced a portion of their own work and passed it off as their own? I would love to hear some stories...

Everyone, please start book marking your nominees for "Fishbowl Thread of the Year."

Planning prizes (gift cards?) for 1st/2nd/3rd place by most votes on 1/1/2021 12 PM CST

My money is on the "Singles in Consulting" bowl having some juicy stories.

Power out so I’m off early on a Friday! But, now my power is out…

Made a mistake: I bought a watch instead of an iPad for grad school use.

Smart people who know about technology: 🙏🏼 I want to get 11.5-14 inch monitor to add to my (1) laptop and (2) second monitor.

I’m worried about the monitor having a high “processor” and slowing down all my programs (including the program I use to login to my office desktop). Can someone point me to a monitor that may work?

Gratitude thread: what are the top three to five things you’re grateful for as you reflect on the last two weeks?

Standing desk people: do you get a mat or anything for your feet?

Want your input! What kinds of things would you have liked (or did you like) from your friendly neighborhood HOA welcome committee. No idea on budget but I want your ideas!

How many different routines have you gone through to stay productive? I noticed that I change my routine every 2-3 days or I go insane