Why do some people get laid off and others not? Is it always utilization? Do people typically know they're at risk before it gets to that point?

I started a full time in-house design job that pays extremely well. I barely have to work at all. This makes me very confused since I kept hearing stories of people working 60+ hr weeks as designers at ad agencies. I am not complaining, but I have this creeping irrational feeling that I’ll get fired for not working even though there’s nothing for me to do. Should i be making up projects or asking for more work? Or just chill out? I just feel very confused. Are a lot of full time jobs like this?

Is publisis sapient a good company to join.. Coming across a lot of layoff news on LinkedIn. I have an offer from sapient (YOE 4.2). Shall I join ??

Has anyone gone from Utilization Review to being an RN Coder? Are there any advantages to changing? Salary comparison?

If I need Friday 4-5pm to go to a doctor's appointment, do I need to set a meeting invite to my manager in order not to be fired?

With a recession around the corner - two questions:
1) will there be layoffs at Deloitte? My concern is we hired so much ppl this year.
2) will there be more work in org design? Just saw the Robinhood 9% workforce layoff announcement.

Let’s talk about wrongful termination. The other day I was fired in the middle of the day without any warning. My colleagues called me because they were confused on why the Talent Manager dismissed me from the chat. I didn’t know what they were referring to. So I called my PM to ask what was happening, and she said that she just got off the phone with the TM and said they were terminating my contract on the spot due to me speaking up about micromanaging. No explanation just kicked out. Advice?

If I just chill on the bench for long will I still only get fired at the end of the year?

All these layoffs reminding me that loyalty is dead

Random partner asked a litigation-related question to a partner I frequently work with (i’m a transactional associate). My partner cc’d me and said for me to briefly look. Asked the library. They got me a great case. Sent it back. Now the random partner is asking for more cases in another circuit.

I haven’t done caselaw research since 1L and this isn’t even my practice… wtf do I do (I am fully utilized in my normal work and have a few deals closing soon…)

Any insights on bonus and hike? What should be the expectation considering recession and layoffs?

The partner in charge of my office had a nearly hour long conversation Tuesday with our new hire, behind closed doors. I didn’t hear yelling, but the bits I heard weren’t good. Will he be fired?

I'm 6 months old at D! Planning early promotion next year.. counselor and pm both are backing me.. I need to go to India for at least 4 weeks in Dec ... most probably would be rolling off from current project by then .. would this vacation hurt my promotion chances coz of utilization etc?

Hi Fishes, I've 5.7 YOE in digital marketing and i have an offer from PS for Senior Media Analyst Role in Digital Marketing Domain. After seeing all the layoff post i'm getting scared. It would be helpful if you could please let me know if anyone if fired from Digital Marketing Domain.

DOJ is Oct 31st, i dont have more time. Please comment if you know anyone from Digital Marketing.

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?

Know this may be a long shot in terms of actual responses but:
@PPMDs, what are your thoughts on the current/impending COVID specific layoffs at your firm?

E.G. Glad for the opportunity to reduce the headcount of mid performing SMs with little/no chance of making PPMD? Sad to see a firm you’re a part of undergo such unforeseen circumstances?

Has anyone working tech for a bank been laid off yet? Tech layoffs all over the media but no one is talking about developers at banks (who make up 1/3 of headcount in some cases)

Would switching from S& to LEK boost, hurt, or not change exit ops to PE/ PE ops/Corp dev & strat roles? Also looking at benefits of not having independence and utilization requirements. Thanks!

That moment the customer asks how your day is going and you have to decide between lying or getting fired 😂

Hi folks,

I resigned from Cognizant recently and now the manager is saying they will raise a request for Canada work permit for me.

My question is how genuine can that promise be ? Anyone faced similar situation before ? How Canada work permits generally happen here in CTS and how many months it can take ?

Hi Everyone,
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How do you change work location at EY? Is there a portal or any contact?

How is Black Taxi doing? Is it growing? Does it have many paying clients? I haven't seen any work or heard much.

Looking for a lighter/puffer winter jacket and figured at this point I’ll wait until they go on sale. Does that ever happen with Barbour, Patagonia, Northface etc?

RSM has been showing interest. Can any former EY workers speak to how transitioning to RSM has been for them? How’s it been? Was it worth it? Any insight is helpful.

Managing Attorney (of laws firm with 10 or more attorneys) what does your day to day like. What percentage of time would you say your are actively practicing vs acting as the managing attorney (deal with firm matters, networking, financials, etc.).

What curriculum does your district use?

Coming from Canada, any moving company recommendations?

What are you reading for yourself? I'm rereading Henry Miller...

I recently moved to a different district and am starting to plan ahead for next year. What novels and plays do you think are worthwhile and essential for 10th, 11th and Pre-AP? I have many in mind that I have used before but am really looking for some fresh ideas!

What are you or the district using to challenge Gifted & Talented students in reading, L/A for RTI ? Vocabulary? Does your district use SORA in library?

Stay safe during the Tropical Storm everyone!

What has your experience been with attending therapy to help you cope with the stress of the job? Should I look for a therapist that specifically deals with high-stress workplaces?

Do you have any tips/advise for someone who was laid off recently and early in their career?

Any female and affordable range PG recommendation near Deloitte mumbai powai office(any location near to powai) ?

Skyping friends all day > working

Any good books/reads to learn aspects of Account Management / Engagement Management in context of tech consulting?

Best consulting firms for defense companies? What credentials do they look for?

Accepted a new job at competing Big 4 but got a message from a recruiter from MBB. How do I respond to the recruiter? Is it worth it to take the call and be honest with them?

Beside toastmasters, what are other ways to improve communication and public speaking skills? Books, podcasts...?

Any book recommendations for the summer vacation season? What's your favorite book over the last year?

this baby next to me kept smiling at me every time she woke me up from my sleep in the plane. I just couldn't get mad at her innocent smiley face. 😀 #littlethingsinlife

Planning on a weekend road trip/get-away on Nov 18th weekend starting from DC with my SO. Planning on driving south and seeing shit. Any suggestions?

Deloitte🐠: Anyone is anxious about the scatter plot release tomorrow?

midnight flight sfo-ewr is awesome until it gets delayed to 1:30. every shop closed by 11, fml.

"Girl, I can make you pivot."

Is anyone else lending / giving money to their parents? I've already given a significant amount and can't help but feel resentment, especially when there's no willingness on their part to budget...

Accenture folks:
1. Does Accenture do tuition reimbursement?
2. What level number is a consultant?

Question from a newbie consultant - What are some good online courses/ books to improve consulting skills?

Am looking at exit opportunities and researching FAANG. Curious to understand why anyone would join Amazon which has the worst benefit of the FAANG? Can anyone share what’s better at Amazon that I am not aware of? Amazon and Facebook on sites lined up in January! So researching now!;)

Being an adult is overrated

TFW you look at yourself in the mirror at the hair stylist and realize your face looks like a bag of smashed assholes after too many screen hours, airport hours, and drinks...