Why did the CEO get let go??

I recently took a sick day and felt like my team was judging me / didn’t believe me. How do you approach taking time of when you are legitimately at a breaking point? AND if people ask

Anyone expecting layoffs due to COVID-19? There’s an indefinite hiring freeze and most promotions and have been paused. 👀

I’m trying to get an estimated ideal of what my costs would be when moving to Chicago. How much do you spend a month on “going out” (before pandemic)? Specifically referring to going to restaurants, getting drinks, take out, and coffee. Not including transportation.

If buy the partners you work with regularly a holiday gift, how much do you spend? Usually I get baked goods or food items which you can’t tell the actual amount spent on. This year, though, I’d like to support local restaurants by encouraging people to order takeout—hence, giving gift cards.

How much is appropriate for a restaurant gift card from an associate to a partner?

Any 🐠 working in Montreal or have worked there before? Thinking of relocating from Toronto and curious to hear about the type of work being done / how the consulting community is over there.

What’s the best site to put your condo on rent other than Kijiji & MLS?

Any suggestions for books to read about any guide for buying house in Canada or on real estate in Canada ?

Thanks

Any McK fish open to referring? Currently work in financial services corporate strategy and hoping to break into the Dallas office.

What are your biggest red flags when dating someone new?

I recently went from having an incredibly open and intimate long-term relationship with a person I was certain I was going to marry… to now getting asked “what’s your favorite color” on a first date. Godddd I hate dating sometimes

I find one of my clients breathtakingly gorgeous. I'm married so would never act on it, but it's noticeable enough to impact my behavior. I.e. this person doesn't have a ton of budget to spend with me, but I find myself going out of my way to help them because just wow

What work/life event (if any) made you arrive to the conclusion “this is just a job”? How old were you? At what point in your career / How many years of tenure?
How did your attitude towards work and work-life balance change?
Have you ever revisited or regretted your conclusion? Why/why not?

Why are some people willing to do anything / obsessed about getting the green card in the U.S.?

When I asked them, they usually say they like American lifestyle. I love lifestyle in France, but I was in France, I was OK if I can't stay. Just trying to understand here so that I can have more empathy.

What’s the most entertaining (in a good or bad way) thing you’ve ever witnessed at a firm outing or holiday party?

I rearrange my home office several times a year. Idk why but every 4 months I need to change it up. Anyone else do this?

Microsoft started recruitment for Kolkata region for data scientists.
Great news for Kolkata.

I am looking for a lower stress, mostly remote, part time job. Any recommendations? My background is corporate Income tax. 10 years experience.

How long would it take an experienced web developer to build a basic website like something you would see in square space/webflow templates assuming Figma designs were already made?

Accepted an offer with BCG! Looking forward to the transition next month. Will be in BCG Federal. Anyone in this bowl also in federal?

First time posting on here… what do you like best about this app/what’s the best way to use this app to get its benefits? 🤔

What salary or net worth do people here consider "rich"

If I want to move from the BO of a BB to IB at another, where would I even start?

FRM is has narrow focus, demands depth, quick to complete

RIP Jeff Immelt. Not sad to see this guy go.

What is comp like at a pension fund?

I currently have 6 years experience in a Bank covering Corporate Banking, Corporate Relations and Chief of Staff roles. What KEY IB skills do I need for a move there as a VP I? Valuation skills and Excel mastery?! It would be a Coverage role. Thanks!

Stand up desk as a 2nd year...hardo look or acceptable

Married fish, when did you meet your spouse? Pre-career, when you were first starting out or when you were a bit more establish (at least a few years in)?

Thoughts on leaving a BB bank to a credible startup?

Best and worst recruiting firms for Private Equity

How many of you already have life insurance and long term disability with a trusted provider? Is it worth getting?

Guys - need recommendations for quality suits without spending $1000+. Have tried SuitSupply and they were good, but interested in exploring other options.

Realization: I'm good at my job because I'm single

Any CAIA holders out there? How have you generally been viewed?

Can someone give me a real answer (more than just "it's KYC stupid") as to why it takes 2-4weeks to open a bank account for an institutional client?

Anyone ever quit a job 5 months in without having another one lined up?

What did the zero coupon bond say to the straight bond?

Find it so rude when a firm is unresponsive after the final round of interviews. If you're going to reject me say no, don't just go silent...

What is your firm’s vacation policy? How many days do you get? Are you happy with it?