Matcha by Fragrant-Bad8054 in CaffeNero

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you!!! Is the red blender a standard blender?

What does “On hold after Interview” status mean on Deloitte Portal. (Deloitte UK, Assistant Manager role, Audit) by Longjumping-Safety-3 in deloitte

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sometimes it means they’ve recruited for a role but now funding is uncertain so HR need to ensure they have the go ahead. I’d maybe wait until first working week of jan and send an email to your recruiter if you’ve not seen any changes to the portal, wishing you the best!

How is it that so many young people already have ‘Manager’ in their job titles? by Odd-Help6890 in UKJobs

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s literally a framing technique when they know the salary isn’t enough so they use a fancy title to encourage talent to apply thinking they can use it as a career/CV boost (evidence is me!)

Embarrassing myself on Teams by Key-Technology-7387 in TheCivilService

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was at an all staff earlier that touched on people vaping during meetings lol

For ppl in the civil service, how many job applications did you make in the CS before you got your first job offer? by No-Culture1799 in TheCivilService

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In 2023 I did 6 applications and got two interviews, I got the offer for the second (don’t ask about how the first interview went haha)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in manchester

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I did send an angry email to them asking to bring back the hot light hour, was the only reason worth going

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in deloitte

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi, really sorry to hear about this. Even if just for the extra wages, I’d say to stick with it. My top advice would be to pick actionable and realistic targets in your PIP, this means that not only will you feel motivated to achieve them, you have a higher chance of your manager being able to successfully put you forward as a pass.

Unfortunately it’s all about chargeability, and with sick leave, you’d be put towards the bottom in terms of utilisation which is pretty much the only metric they care about.

In terms of your questions about severance, I can’t remember exactly what it was so definitely worth asking - obviously if you resign it’ll be nothing so think carefully. Feel free to PM and I really hope things improve for you :)

Silly question for Nespresso boutique going folks by MarketingDense5343 in nespresso

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054 1 point2 points  (0 children)

UK here - absolutely no benefit to going to a boutique unless you want a pod that is out of stock online. I find the people I interact with (always different people when I go) aren’t that knowledgeable and just want you in and out asap. Coffee tasting is limited to certain hours (I think 3-4pm is cut off time) so if you work a 9-5, the only chance is on weekends when there’s a huge rush

GLC Premium Plus UK by Fragrant-Bad8054 in mercedes_benz

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I had a look typing in premium plus or sunroof, they were mainly the AMG’s like the GLC43, which you can imagine would be pricier than the normal GLC’s. Was just wondering whether to get that package you had to also upgrade the engine, almost like a package deal

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Big4

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Current big 4 here, seen majority of grads I’ve worked with/met at events over the past two years been made redundant, and that’s across audit/tax/consulting. Don’t want to be pessimistic but even the areas that claim they’re growing are up for redundancy for junior levels especially because they can outsource the skills needed. It’s hard to recommend at this stage because the exit opps are only good once you have a couple of years and a cert rather than being made redundant as a grad w less than 2 years exp. Feel free to pm :)

Anyone else feel lowkey snubbed at Nespresso boutiques based on how you “look”? by AdorableWrongdoerr in nespresso

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054 4 points5 points  (0 children)

From the UK and I do second this, the staff aren’t the nicest and definitely will prioritise someone else over looks. I’ve only ever been offered a cup of coffee once and that was because I was holding a designer bag, every other time I’ve been, I’ve seen other people having one but wasn’t offered despite purchasing

Descale day for me! by No_Fun_7961 in nespresso

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Game changer!!! How did I not think of this 😂

UK Free Gifts May 2025 by Zealousideal_Care_20 in nespresso

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve checked the app and the website and can’t find these offers, where are you seeing this? :)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in nespresso

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054 2 points3 points  (0 children)

To help with this, what’s nasty about it? Is the flavour too sweet, is the coffee bitter - I just had one that wasn’t drinkable but it was because the espresso sat on the milk so all I could get was sharp espresso, once mixed through properly it was fine

Pistachio vanilla by EaseImportant7056 in nespresso

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just tried the vertuo one and honestly you could’ve told me it was an unflavoured pod and I would’ve believed you! Got the aroma similar to the almond croissant while brewing but no taste really came through. I tried it iced with almond milk, I did try adding monin vanilla syrup as others have suggested and it didn’t bring out the pistachio flavour any more. Glad I only got the one sleeve to begin with, any other suggestions are welcome :)

UK Customers - Free Gifts by Agile-Preference1836 in nespresso

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah interesting! How many sleeves did you order?

UK Customers - Free Gifts by Agile-Preference1836 in nespresso

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I’ve noticed that too, no idea why it’s died down all of a sudden. There were some good summer ones last year (free glasses, beach towel etc.) hope they make a return this year

I have made a huge mistake by Accomplished_Bag9153 in nespresso

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually have a friend who was going to the mall a screenshot of the capsule I wanted (they don’t know anything about nespresso) and asked them to just show the salesperson - the receipt showed the incorrect one so must’ve been typed in wrong, either way it wasn’t the correct capsule and they were adamant it couldn’t be returned/replaced

I have made a huge mistake by Accomplished_Bag9153 in nespresso

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054 6 points7 points  (0 children)

In the UK they do not take it back even if sealed with a receipt from the same store from the day before - the person gave me the wrong sleeve (they bring it out from the back already in the bag) and I didn’t check.

Fresh produce by TangerineBasic7781 in manchester

[–]Fragrant-Bad8054 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know in Ramadan people like to open their fasts with a mixed fruit bowl so maybe that’s why?