Advertising

Is anyone else finding that 'personality-driven' copy is getting flagged by client legal teams because it sounds too much like a specific influencer? Sometimes it's an influencer or a bran… more

What courses or education options are people considering for L&D budget this year?

I’m thinking of SXSW and starting an MBA in the second half!

Who else is stuck in a commute that is absolutely demoralizing?
My office was 30 minutes away from my house(es - I moved a couple times for better schools but all still in a similar radius). We had a n… more

If I'm here that means I didn't win the loto during break.

Any tips on navigating the hellscape of LinkedIn as someone looking for work?

Ideally I’d just avoid all the humblebragging, the end is nigh thinkpieces and merger bad news on there altogether to retain a degree o… more

$699 for a digital subscription to adage (all access) is nuts. Who pays that?

Forgot my work laptop password ugh

Can we agree that all ads made with AI should be clearly labeled as such?

Shoutout everyone who still hasn’t done their timesheets from last year yet

I just logged on to check my email to help with the current Sunday Scaries, and I have over 250 emails since December 23rd. I thought everyone was off during this time 🤣 Tomorrow is going to be bruta… more

Okay real talk — are you ready to get back into a routine, or do you need like… three more weeks?

Resource Managers, How’s the start of the year looking? Lots of briefs opening up this week or next?

How do we feel about agencies gatekeeping severance packages behind NDAs?

I start my new in-house job tomorrow. Any advice?

I have 6 YOE and have only ever worked at agencies. Working for a brand and being responsible for metrics and results is kinda daunting.

Plus the new jo… more

What are some brand handles that are actually doing good stuff on social?

I want to learn what good stuff is because every brand I follow is doing the same old shit

Former Disney cast member turned ACD. AMA!

I’m confused with the new Omnicom health plan.
Aetna provides access to CVS virtual care but we can’t get prescriptions through CVS 🧐

I’ve been full-time remote for a few years, working from the same town for two distant agencies in a row… but realizing that to change jobs now most gigs are on site so I’ll likely have to move to a c… more

I work in strategy in advertising at a big holding group and want to try to move to Paris. What’s the average salary for someone in the Paris area with 13 years experience? Just want to get an idea. K… more

I remain highly confused about what day it is, but also, is anyone else dreading life getting real again on Monday?

Thoughts of Publicis/Razorfish for UX/UI Design? How’s the company’s compensation?

What’s the biggest shift in mindset and role from an ACD to CD? I’m feeling like I’m not truly growing and feel stuck, especially since all the work is just reacting to client feedback and navigating … more

Just saw someone I used to work with get a big promo when switching jobs in this market (!). Feels like proof that they’re a rockstar and honestly good for them. They deserve it.

I realize that all of my social media may have been compromised or something. But I thought this space was made up of real people without any particular affiliation. So I just wanted to ask this group… am I crazy… more

How hard is it to get into agencies as a fresh grad/someone with intern experience in Singapore?

I came across many jobs from companies like Assembly global, WPP and Dentsu. most of them mention around… more

So how long before ads start popping up in the middle of Chat GPT answers? Or before it starts providing "sponsored" results?

Other than loan companies and clothing catalogs, are there any companies that still do direct mail advertising? Or has it gone the way of the dinosaur?

Currently at a media agency with no team support, taking on more work, etc. but have unlimited PTO and job stability (for now). Have an offer from a legacy Omnicom agency for promo/pay raise and liked… more

Is there any reason Employee shareholders of Omnicom should be voting for the 2026 incentive plan? Any consequences to voting against it?

It’s hard to celebrate a new year when you already know what insanity is in store for the next 3.

AD partner and I have very different ways of coming up with ideas. It's no problem, just looking for advice and tips on how to collaborate better. Also curious what others' creative process wi… more

What's going to bury traditional advertising first? Is it AI or online "influencers?" Or something else?

Ok, the horrors of 2025 are in the rear view mirror. I'm trying to stay positive. What are people's advertising New Year’s resolutions for 2026?

Have you thought of any major changes you want to implement next year? I'll go first. Going into 2026, I want to tighten our pipeline discipline, focus on fewer but higher-value accounts, and buil… more