Confessions

We have three days off, but I’m already dreading going back to my job on Monday. I’ve only been there three months. Just so frustrated and disappointed in the Universe.

I wish I partied more and did more stupid things in my early 20s and didn’t hold myself back out of fear, overthinking, and low self-esteem. I had the rest of my life to be responsible ! What was I th… more

Nothing makes me skip past a job posting faster than the phrase “roll up your sleeves.”

I just got an offer for my dream job, but the prospect of giving notice at my current one is giving me anxiety.

Ever have an interview where you feel so seen you almost cry and that makes you realize you’ve been surviving in a toxic environment for way too long?

I’m having crippling imposter syndrome. I’m at a solid agency with great brands. Great performance reviews, CD said I’m doing great. Few awards. But haven’t had a single book piece in over a year. Don… more

I’m getting a new manager and I’m having PTSD. I’ve “lost” so many amazing managers to promotions, different roles, new jobs, etc. but they always end up being replaced by someone terrible.

Can I just tell my boss I was up too late arguing with bigots online? I’m gonna need a nap tomorrow! Logos change to rainbows, and the hate starts to flow. Also, f*ck bigots.

Nothing makes those 1 pm zoom calls a watery, diarrhetical nightmare like having prune juice for lunch. Fuk

I truly don’t care about doing “good work”anymore. I just wanna get paid.

I got double depressed by trying to access the Ad Age list and getting blocked by the subscription banner.

One of the coolest things a male coworker ever did for me: a power-tripping office manager decided to hire a photographer to take our photos w no warning, then post them on the outside of our cubes ~t… more

Having stress nightmares from new job & can’t wait to leave 😒 Joined a small agency in manager role that unlike what I was told in interviews, they’re very reactive. - decks must be put together … more

New somewhere and crushing on my account person. Halllpppp

Am I a sociopath for not thinking that lies involving the death of a loved one are that bad…

Started a new job almost three months ago. Other writers here do the “agile-pivot-circle-back” speak, and I feel deeply I’m at the wrong agency. I make more than my last job, but this place bores the … more

I’m having serious thoughts about cheating on (and maybe ultimately, leaving) my barber. Been together 8 years. I was one of his first 20 clients when he opened his shop. But...

Do you wear a helmet on a bike date? Genuinely curious...helmet = safety but sweaty forehead and bad hair (I have bangs, I’d have to pin them back and do the founding fathers low ponytail). No helmet … more

I'm obsessed with watch tictoc and YouTube vids of Black women taking care of their hair. All the care y'all have to do for it is amazing and takes a lot of self love and patience. Respect.

Banana Boat sunscreen smells sooooooo f*kin GOOD. I look forward to rubbin some on me every 4 hours. I'm bout to get some right g*kin nooow before this zoom meeting.

I wanted to take a rest and a day off and all they told me was just take a walk while they pitch. Lmao. That’s not it chief.

This is the worst industry, people with lack of humanity, micro management, without compassion, ridiculous type of opinion/feedback. I’m ashamed of my career.

Spotify- I don’t want more of what I like, or more based on my recent listening, or more like this or that based on that or this, or my weekly or yearly made for you and recommend radio… Please stop. … more

Partner of 5 years cheated on me and I ended it. Honestly pretty cut up and super afraid it will affect my work performance. Not sure how to handle.. Anyone been in this sitch before?

Uhhh let’s just say, you met someone. They’re really nice to you, seem genuinely interested in you (remember the things you say/plan thoughtful dates), and you have A LOT in common. This is the first … more

I’m a late bloomer. Never really dated. Went on a date with a mutual friend. Could see myself with her, but after Covid and all, really want a summer to just have fun and date around. Not looking to p… more

I started a new role at another agency which gave me a good salary and title bump. I've been on the job for just over 2 months and it's such a disaster that I don't know what to do. I unkn… more

Today I asked a Canadian colleague when X person was coming back from mat leave. Her response? “Sometime next year” I almost fell off my chair. Parents are really screwed in the US

My anxiety makes me good at my job. My incessant checking, and double checking, and analyzing has earned me praise, trust, and early promotions. Sometimes I wonder, if I were to take medication to giv… more

I’m constantly told to speak up more. Problem is, when I speak up I feel the eyes roll and it crushes my confidence when I say something and it’s ignored. Does it just come with the territory?

I wonder if my CCO could pinpoint the exact moment in her “...but we want you to know we value you SO much” speech that I decided I’m going quit.

I record zoom meetings using phone voice memos, or use the timer, to keep a running tally on the amount of time chatty extroverts take up in zoom meetings either talking about random topics before sta… more

I keep all cancelled meetings on my calendar. Sweet, sweet freedom.

Anyone have experience hitting their breaking point and quitting? Did you regret it? Did it work out?

On one account, I am fucking up. I just can't write it the way the CD wants. The campaign isn't even my idea but it still feels like shit to have my copy re-written. On another account, I jus… more