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We we are living the game of thrones plot.

The competition and power struggles betwen the lannisters , Starks, Targaryen’s (insert 10 agency names here for comparison) isn’t relevant anymore. It’s … more

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So sick of the LinkedIn cattle calls from agency recruiters and random Creative Directors who can't be bothered to respond. I know they get a lot of emails. But it's super frustrating to know … more

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Should I do an MBA?

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What I hate the most about corporate America is the fake urgency. The weeknights and weekends I wasted rushing to get something done just so it could languish in some manager’s inbox was infuriating.

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What’s Monks like? What’s their RTO/WFH policy?

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Ebglyss media team…please cap your frequency on Hulu and peacock holy hell

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lol. Why even give a range?

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For some reason, I tend to get fired after a year or two at every agency I’ve worked at. As a result, I have severe PTSD from it to the point where I over-analyze and overthink/over stress about every… more

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How’s the pay at QM?

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During this ~3 year slump, has anyone here or anyone you know flat out left the business?

(Unfortunately the whole of the white collar world has been weak during this time too. Things should’ve been t… more

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Anyone else getting the “why aren’t you making me a tv spot in one day for $500” from your clients?

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I’m a CD (copy-based) fantasising about pivoting to strategy. Has anyone here done it? I think it will broaden my options to work in other industries and increase career longevity. I’m also tired of e… more

Does anyone else find it ironic that Taco Bell just added Quality Meats to their agency roster?

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“Omnicom said agencies will maintain their brand identities in other ways across IT systems, including “display names and email signatures.” “ 🙄 Yeah, right. It’s so clear they’re preparing for mass cons… more

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Would you have still gone into advertising knowing what you know now? Are awards and accolades worth it?

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Thoughts on Group M becoming WPP Media?

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Do people think WFH hurts company culture? Helps? No effect?

Is there anything more thrilling than completely spacing out during online training, but then still getting over 80% on the quiz and passing?

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Jobs should have summer break. I need a couple months away from y’all. Was on a call a few weeks back where our Instacart partners shared they were given a 1 month sabbatical every year… why aren’t mo… more

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What are the gaps with Trade Desk? Cost/fees? Targeting capabilities? Service level? Product functionality/integrations? Thanks in advance!

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Any thoughts on Iris Worldwide ? Just saw the rebranding… never heard of it before.

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Paid surveys/interviews of advertising professionals by research firms: are they legit or a scam? I’ve received LinkedIn inmail lately from research companies offering compensation for my involvement.
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I own a transportation company operating across the USA, with hands-on experience in coordinating shipments, working directly with shippers, negotiating with carriers, and managing logistics from end … more

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Anyone here have any experience working with 21 Grams or Real Chemistry? Thoughts to share?

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Do any of you working on cancer drugs get depressed by it or can you be totally clinical? I'm usually pretty cool, but then I'll see something like "with only 3 IV treatments a week, pat… more

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Where is the craziest place you’ve ever WFH?

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I got an offer from Omnicom and it has been 8 weeks since I got the verbal offer and I am still waiting for the written offer. I was informed by the recruiter there’s some budget alignment issue and t… more

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Does anyone know how it is working at SPECIAL US? Or even how big the US branches are! The uber eats and Indycar racing work is really fun

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Any insights on what it's like at BBDO LA?

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If anyone reading this is on a Cannes panel or is in any position to influence industry leaders, please be a champion for creativity.

The devaluation of the product we put out is the greatest threat the advertisin… more

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Thoughts or insights on RGA NY right now?

Any insider info on Superside? Curious about what is like to work there and what the work output is like for creatives.

So everyone who made GUT, GUT is leaving...

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Has anyone successfully shifted their work responsibilities given personal life/family challenges and commitments? I’d love any thoughts/experience you can share. Would love to think that I could make… more

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