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Is LinkedIn a place to post about politics?

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I'm on the lookout for suggestions for where I can take a trip this year. Ideally somewhere quiet, where I can hear cicadas, and see meadows. Any ideas where I could go?

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How many awards does it take for you to call yourself “award-winning”

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Anyone work at Ruder Finn or know anything about them? They are looking to build their digital practice.

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At what level of experience do you stop going to portfolio reviews?

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Sorry to post this here, but there is a rumor that a mid-40s creative director acquaintance of mine in Chicago died very recently, possibly on production, but not finding anything online. And even the person who … more

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The irony in being forced to come back to the office “for the culture”… but being so busy you can’t participate in any “culture” events… knowing meanwhile you could get so much more done from home 🫠

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All these hack creative directors who love making fake "save the world" campaigns really show it when they outwardly express distaste for employees volunteering for one hour a week *after ho… more

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How much more money will make you give up a remote job?

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People want to be neurosurgeons and cardiovascular surgeons so bad AND IT SHOWS!

This is not Grey’s Anatomy or General Hospital….

WE WORK IN ADVERTISING!!!! 😖😖😖😖

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Unpopular opinion, but RTO feels like a showcase for executive dysfunction in real problem solving. Instead of figuring out how to adapt to new ways of working, it’s like they’re just defaulting to the old playbo… more

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The best ideas rarely come from staring at a brief. How are you feeding your creativity outside of work?

Whether it's art, culture, or simply new experiences, staying curious keeps your ideas fres… more

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Has anyone under Stagwell used the fertility/egg freezing benefits? How was your experience? I’m curious especially about out of pocket costs but understand that’s personal and would love to DM you if possible too. Thank you! Stagwell Anomaly 72andSunnymore

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Be professional. Be objective.

How much is your client or/and brand influencing the work?

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Hey copywriters. Feeling nostalgic tonight. Wanna hear this sad fact? GPT and I have the most interesting conversations.

• If you compare the inflation-adjusted salaries, a copywriter in the 1960s mak… more

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Anomaly recently stopped matching our 401ks, most of HR people in NY have gone missing this year with no notice (fired? resigned?)...the last two years they laid off 20-30 people right after New Year… more

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a while back there was a post about places doing comedy well. these names popped up. any additions/omissions?

Highdive
Lucky Generals
Mischief
Orchard
Party Land
Slap Global
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I've been using Glassdoor for months, but I haven't received any feedback on the jobs I've applied to. Does this site even work?

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*Sees another team’s project chat popping off past 10pm* Wow that’s crazy for them

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Keynote is vastly inferior to Google slides. But I do enjoy it notifies me of who just opened the deck

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Going to start posting the unused manifestos so they can be recycled and reincarnated.

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Our compensation is so competitive we can’t even list it.

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What are some examples of retail work samples? Shelf talkers at a bar? End-cap displays in a store?

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I have some coworkers on my personal social media that I don’t want following anymore. Should I block or leave them be

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whats upppppp

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Any CRM agencies hiring freelance or FT roles at the moment? I work for an IPG agency that is gutting people left and right before a sale and want to get out of dodge.

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Any kind of work

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They say mental health matters, but cramming us back into the office with a workforce where nearly 40% are facing mental health challenges or crises is terrible for my own mental health.

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I really can’t stand anyone who thinks RTO is actually useful. It feels like they’re running a social experiment honestly, cramming us back into confined spaces with unfriendly/unwilling coworkers dea… more

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After months of unemployment I've finally got some freelance work with an agency with potential for full time. And GOD the ECD is actually brilliant! I feel so lucky finally

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if i get an offer letter from another company offering me a job with higher pay would i be able to go to my current agency and ask if they could match it? (i’ve never been in this situation before so … more

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Creative 1:
The ad industry is a disaster right now… 😤 We’re barely holding it together while they squeeze us dry.

Creative 2:
Tell me about it. 🎯 They expect miracles every day 🧙‍♂️, and push us harder than ever 🏃‍♂️… more

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Pros and cons of Envoy? Anyone have insight into that agency? Thanks!

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If I’m picking up the work of an entire second person for two weeks is it weird if I ask to get a cut of their paycheck? Agency failed at filling a roll

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I have an interview in a few days with the Talent Director at an agency, this is my 5th round. What kinds of decisions do they make? Is this just a formality? Good sign?

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How far back should you go on your resume with experience that is non related to the industry but was a part of your journey and tells a story?

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I’m currently looking for a job and it’s been a brutal year for me personally. Because of my own experience with ghosting, 6+ rounds of interviews that literally lead to a 3 month process and all the … more

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Leadership, the clock’s ticking: You’re not irreplaceable. While you sit in your comfort zone, clinging to outdated management and fear-driven tactics, systems are being built that do your job better—faster, smar… more

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PSA to write down the serial numbers to your value items in a note on your phone. Someone stole two laptops and two cameras and lenses from my partners apartment and we learned the hard way.

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We are on the hunt for a passionate and professional Affiliate Network Business Development Specialist to join our team. This position is ideal for individuals who are enthusiastic about digital marketing and loo… more

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