What's the point of global entry if checked bags still take 30+ minutes to get in?

MLS or CLS what the catch to travel? What are your pros and cons ?! Who do you travel thru?

Have some big trips planned for next year so I would like to upgrade my Delta gold AMEX to Platinum (need that MQD waiver 💸). I heard that if I upgrade I won’t get the 50k sign-up bonus miles, so should I just close my gold card (not my oldest card) and open a new Platinum one?

Anyone fly out of Newark recently? Thoughts on their new security belts with mandatory bins?

Hi, I'm going on a family vacation to Dominican Republic in January. Looking for some suggestions on best things to do, see and experience.

Best cash-equivalent conversion of UA miles, Marriott/Hilton/Hyatt points?

I’m personally a no frills traveler (hostels, economy etc) and have way too many of each...

When you thought your flight would be cancelled but turn out to be one of the few that leave. 600 flights to Houston cancelled and yours leaves. Bummer!

Has anyone flown with SAS airlines? They have some cheap flights to Italy from Newark/NY. Thoughts?

When you put on your gym clothes to go get the ice cream you ordered delivered to your hotel #FTW

I am going to India for a month. May have to change my return date. Any suggestion on what insurance/other option to reduce the ticket update cost impact.

Ritz Geneva at 50k points for 1 night! Worth it you think?

Going to Maldives in January for my honeymoon. Super excited. All on Bonvoy points.

I have a 5 night stay booked at the St-Regis. I am looking for another property to book another 5 night stay. Would you recommend the W, JW, or the Ritz-Carlton

Has anyone ever been compensated by an airline for delaying your luggage from a gate check? Wondering if it’s worth my time to file a formal complaint. Was flying Delta and sitting first class.

Anyone do the 15 nights mandatory quarantine in Taiwan? I need to go back for visa reasons and looking up which hotel to stay at. Thinking of staying in Marriott for the points but would love any recs! Can I use someone’s Marriott Bonvoy Ambassador Elite contact or something? Overwhelmed with this whole process 🥲

What is the process to book the hotel for quarantine in Toronto upon landing? How much will it cost?

Any of you still flying to client site?

A hotel I stayed at for the weekend gave someone else my room key, I was working and the other person walked in. What should I ask in return? They also messed up my reservation -paid for 2 beds, got 1

Staying at a Hilton in NC and discovered a massive blood stain on one of the pillows after one night. The stain was clearly there before I arrived, but I did not notice until the next day. How many points?

Has anyone traveled to Turkey with Turkish airline. They’re the only ones with nonstop flights but I’ve been hearing a lot of negative reviews regarding their customer service and all out experience. Is it worth the hassle or should i suck up a non-direct flight with a different airline?

I’m getting a crazy good deal on the Ritz (~250 per night) in Miami - but it uses a Corp code for a company I don’t work for. Worth the risk?

Traveling to Rome and London with the fam (kids - 8 and 10). Any tips and recommendations as to things to see and/or how to prepare?

RMP dropped a mail about mandatory vaccination. No reference to hybrid model. Is this the new normal at ZS INDIA?

Does cisco India have their own PF trust or is it EPFO..govt's only

What would you all say a VP, Management Director at an Ogilvy, Leo or FCB make? $150k sound right? Appreciate any insight here.

How much higher should my 1099 hourly rate be compared to hourly breakdown of annual salary? Like add 30% for taxes, then roughly how much more considering no benefits etc. - like 10-15%?

Huron 🍣, what’s your world like right now? Just got a recruiting email, and know Huron’s reputation but little else. How do you like the firm, how are you measured, and do you want to stick around?

Hi, fishes! I just joined EY GDS last October. Is it possible for me to be regularized in Cycle 2?

Looking for referrals for PwC Australia ..

Is Charles Tyrwhitt a good brand? They have 3 shirts for $89 right now and they usually have deals for 3 shirts for $99.

Advice on which Greek islands to visit in September? Santorini is in the list, but I can’t decide on others. Which are your favorite and why?

Hi im having 3 yoe having 2 offer 1.Nice x+2 variable+1Joining bonus 2.Bitwise x+2 fix which one i should join plesae suggest in term of job security and learning wise

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Any good laser removal place near ues?

What is avg salary for 5yoe java fullstack dev in UAE

So happy to finally be posting with my new title! I’ve been looking to get into a Product department since early 2020. In my case resilience was key in the face of constant, daily rejections. Also I’m in my 40s so don’t lose hope! It’s never too late to pivot your career.

Hey all, can you pls recommend resources to get up to speed on Fraud and Risk management for Payments in fintech? Books /sites? I’m not in consulting anymore so no access to internal decks. Thanks!

Which is the most laid back, good WLB big 4 and why is it not Deloitte?

What are some publications, books, podcasts, online classes etc that can help me prepare for my first year in consulting? Have 5 years of experience in finance and making the jump to consulting.

Any really impactful books that have helped you career-wise? Not necessarily consulting focused. In need of guidance and a new book so figured I'd kill two birds with one stone or whatever.

1.5 YOE coming up on promotion from associate to consultant. I plan on waiting for the promotion and then possibly exiting to industry. I work on supply chain ERP implementations. Mostly healthcare but have also been in a few other industries. What are the possible roles for exit opportunities that make the most sense? Looking for a less demanding career to settle down and start a family, without sacrificing salary. Any advice is welcomed, thanks!

M/SM and above, why do you label a meeting as “touch point” or ask if you can have a “quick chat” when it’s something serious? Millennials like us always assume we’re about to get fired - I actually have been laid off in a meeting with that title. But at my new job, my boss asked for a “quick chat” to literally ask me to change the title of a meeting and then chat about christmas. Now that I’m in management, I want to understand it better.

Long shot, but anyone else working in Stockholm at the moment?

Book recommendations for a vacation?

Honest question: how many hours do you work a week, what type of consulting do you do, and what is your position? Thinking of switching from big 4 consulting to MBB but seeking this feedback.

Hey 🐠, what are your recommendations of books, articles, or practice tips to improve communication, both verbal and written? Want to be stronger at running meetings, pitching ideas, writing (cont’d)

Best consulting firms with best WLB? Do they exist? Young professional starting to think about where I'd like to work hard to end up in the next 5-10 years.

Heard of #DeleteUber

Almost 90% of people I've met who worked at Deloitte hated it

Hey all, new hire here! Going to receive a $250 wfh credit; any recs on what I should get to build out my home office?

Oh, that feeling... I just noticed I have no calls today!!

The one call I had was canceled. 🎉🎉 party!

What are the best consulting firms for someone that’s looking to work in the aviation industry? Can be big consulting firms with strong presence in aviation or boutique firms. Preferably commercial strategy type of projects. US based. Thank you!

Does anybody have good electric standing desk recommendations? Ideally in the $200-300 range.

Best ergonomic chairs for neck and back pain that aren't $1000+?