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I’m an account manager in NYC making $85k with decent benefits. Is that good for the area, or am I underpaid? I have a few years of experience, but it feels like I could be doing better. Curious what … more

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I’m having one of those days where I hate everyone. Sorry to be a Debbie downer, but I feel like I can hear resentment and negativity in so many emails I have gotten today. Does anyone else have days … more

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How are you all feeling about your 401ks right now? I checked mine this morning and nearly choked—down several thousand just this week. I know we’re supposed to “ride it out” and think long-term, but … more

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What’s the most beneficial “tool” you have in your office that helps you with productivity? Mine is an old school notebook that I write everything down in.

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Hot take: client lunches and dinners are wildly overrated. I’d much rather connect over a 20-minute coffee chat or a quick check-in than sit through a drawn-out dinner that takes up my evening and cut… more

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Hi all! I’m eyeing a managerial position and it has me thinking what I could do to be a good fit for a people manager. I would love to hear your stories of having a great manager. What did they do to … more

Hello, I am an Accounting student in Canada graduating in June 2025 and currently searching for an entry level position in accounting or volunteer position to gain some experience as it is hard to find a Jod with… more

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Is anyone in account management for the money? I’ll explain - when I got into it I thought I’d be reaching much higher salary levels. I’m almost a decade in and just cracking six figures.

Moved to Oklahoma, USA from India with my partner and struggling to find jobs in marketing and communications here. I keep getting called for D2C sales roles with Verizon and AT&T, and it’s making me cry.

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Good companies in Miami? Looking to move there and for account management role $200k + , cyber security or cloud

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One of my clients keeps pushing for free extras...extra reporting, faster turnarounds, even last-minute creative work, and they’re a big account, so leadership is pressuring me to “keep them happy.” B… more

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I recently moved from a smaller agency to a huge corporation, and the culture shift has been intense. At my old job, I was in the weeds with every account—writing briefs, jumping on strategy calls, ev… more

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Do you think account management is as glamorous as it once was? When I was in university and then starting out account management seemed so sophisticated- nice client dinners, wooing clients and celeb… more

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With all the recent changes in our industry—AI tools, automation, shifting client expectations—I’ve been feeling the pressure to level up. I’ve been in account management for 6 years, and while experi… more

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I feel like I can’t log off without guilt. Some workplaces praise “dedication” but it’s more like encouraging burnout. How do you set boundaries without looking disengaged?

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What’s the best client event you have ever been to? I was at a private dinner where a Food Network star gave us a private tasting! (And no, Food Network wasn’t the client, lol!).

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Hi all, I've been applying for jobs since Jan 2025 (Ontario) without much luck. I am looking for a role in Account Management/Account Supervisor or Project Management. I bring in a plethora of experience be i… more

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Annual review season is coming up at my company, and I want to make sure I’m advocating for myself effectively. I’ve managed 11 accounts this year, expanded three of them, and brought in roughly $180K… more

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How do you manage expectations when working with cross-functional teams, especially when timelines are tight? I recently had a launch where the client expected a 2-week turnaround, but our internal te… more

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How has account management changed in our post COVID world? I transferred into the field only a year ago, which is why I’m curious how much the field has changed in the last five years.

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I started a new job as an AS at an ad agency 4 months ago (shortly after being promoted to AS at my last agency) and have been expected to lead several huge projects (e.g., an entire drug indication) … more

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How involved are your senior leaders with your work? Our head is extremely involved. It’s good to see he cares and wants to know what’s going on, but I was always under the impression that they’re pre… more

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I’ve been an account manager for over 5 years now, managing everything from small startups to Fortune 500 clients, and I’m starting to think about what’s next. I like the relationship side of the role… more

What’s the most inappropriate thing you’ve ever seen happen in a meeting? I was at a taste testing for a huge annual gala for a client when a member of their team threw an actual hissy fit and stomped… more

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How do you stay focused on client work when your personal life is really busy? Right now I’m dealing with a baby who has just started walking, a home move, and a new niece on the way. There’s so much … more

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How did everyone end up in account management? I was on a team supporting client work but focusing mostly on communications and change messaging. An opportunity opened to be a relationship manager rat… more

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Which soft skills have you found most crucial as an account manager? I’ve been focusing on negotiation lately, trying to hold firm on pricing and scope without damaging relationships, but I still stru… more

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Without naming names, what’s the worst fire you ever put out for a client? I don’t have any to share as I’m fairly new to account management - I just am wondering what I have in store for myself.

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Managing multiple accounts has been overwhelming lately. I’m currently handling 8 clients, each with their own deadlines, requests, and quirks. I’ve tried using Asana for task tracking and Google Cale… more

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Lately, the workload has been insane, and I can feel it taking a toll on my mental health. I’m managing 12 accounts, constantly putting out fires, and even when I log off, my brain is still running th… more

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