Anyone ever boomerang back to a company after being laid off from said company? Pros/cons?

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Too many layoffs. The industry is just hurting too much. Time for client side. But tough to do as a Planner. Thanks for listening

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Those let go by Y&R/VMLY&R - did you get severance and how many months?

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Heard about layoffs at Digitas Boston today. Anyone have any info?

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Big layoffs at 72 NY? Anyone know anything?

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What happened with 72andsunny? 5% Fired from US Staff?

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So many people on Fishbowl are dealing with being laid off right now. For those that have been, do you know why? How long have you been unemployed?

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Having first panic day since layoffs. Too many freelancers in my area. The field is too broad to begin to dissect. Everyone reporting everywhere as “slow right now.” Hopelessness.

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If you get laid off and have two strong projects in production what do you do? Do you get credit? Put it in your book anyway because you made it and it's not your fault you got laid off?

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Just got laid off with a bunch of other people.. who’s hiring?

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How TF do I deal with reporting to 2 clients that are trying to get each other fired??! 🤯

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Got fired from a huge holding co agency. Now I’m persona non grata at all their other agencies. How do I get off the blacklist?

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Do you keep the work in your portfolio + the well known company on your resume if you were fired as a contractor? If yes, then what exactly do you say in your next interview? I plan to honest + brief

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Been working for 2.5 years, been laid off twice along with many others, and I've been looking for a job since August. I'm feeling lost and confused. Where do you find mentorship and guidance?

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Is it sad that I hate my agency so much I dream of getting fired? Because it would be better than working here while searching elsewhere?

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Friends at Hill Holliday, how are you doing? Hearing more layoffs today? 😥

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Hill Holliday peeps. You guys okay? Heard there was another round of layoffs

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What, if any, are the warning signs when you’re about to be laid off?

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‘‘‘Tis the season for the layoffs

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Can somebody sum up the Ralph Watson lawsuits please? Four women accused him of inappropriate behavior. He was fired for it. And now he’s suing CP+B AND the four accusers? Is that correct? Yikes.

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Has anyone in creative bought a house or apartment? I’m in NYC and trying to pull trigger but fear of job instability and layoffs is crippling me w indecision.

Apts ain’t cheap

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Any agencies looking for a junior UI/UX designer? Had a friend get laid off.

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Anyone have advice for someone being unexpectedly fired? I didn’t sign anything yet.

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Pertaining to the Havas “Employee of the Month” installation: One year after being laid off, I would never go back to work at that shallow, toxic work environment.

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Is anyone else anxious that these media layoffs are going to saturate our market even more than it already is? 🌝

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Layoffs at buzzfeed.. I try to feel bad but could do without some of that trash

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Any insights on CP+B Boulder? Are layoffs still rampant/has Bogusky’s return changed anything for the better?

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Strategists never get fired. Next to Account. Creative and production are chopped first. To make the insult worse, Strategists get hired faster everywhere. Perceived value is everything.

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Visa Holders:
To the job-dependent visa holders out there, how do you plan around the fact that we work in an industry where almost everyone has been laid off at least once? What plans do you make?

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I hear there are mass layoffs across all Initiative offices. Are they saying why?

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Layoffs at phenomenon today, anyone know how many?

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Have you ever been laid off? How'd it go down? How'd you handle it?

I think I should be safe in an economic downturn, but a junior and worrier about money so I want to prep as best as I can.

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Does anyone else think it's in poor taste to throw all out, expensive holiday parties when the entire groupe is experiencing layoffs?

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Are any Apple agency vendors worried about potential layoffs due to Apple’s stock price and slump in sales?

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You know “Hyundai Holidays” was created by the account exec and the client. And the creatives got fired for it

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Just got laid off. Just found out I’m pregnant. Someone say it’s going to be okay, because that seems impossible right now.

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It’s a Christmas miracle! Just got a new job offer after being laid off for over six months. I guess Santa *will* be able to buy presents for the kids this year. So thankful.

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Hi, received an offer from another Big4 in Amsterdam (currently working in Eastern Europe), but relocating, I’m concerned about potential layoffs in the coming period being the last to join the team.

What are some concrete reasons why someone in consulting would be fired, other than the obvious stupid things?

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After you are stealth laid off, other than job search, what do you do? I assume they won’t give you work and even if they do, you can politely decline? How do you feel about you are not progressing anymore and seeing other people progressing in their career? I have no intention to make partner, but still feel a bit stuck not doing that much.

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Dad got laid off. Drinking got worse. Attempted assault on sis and mom. Had to put up in hotel. No clue on next steps (legal and personal). Project is complete shit show and SM is not getting it. Idk man...

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Laid off, any tips on how to gain experience/sharpen resume while job searching? I was in a project management support analyst role/ Venture capital sales role. I’m thinking of getting certifications to increase marketability

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If you still believe the election was stolen, you should be fired from your job because no client deserves a consultant with such poor critical thinking skills.

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Constantly worried I’m going to get fired because I don’t know where I stand at my mid sized law firm (second year associate).

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Anyone have any idea when the hiring freeze might end within AWS ProServ? I’m currently at Amazon and have a TS clearance, PMP & CSM. I come from a Big4 consulting firm with a background in Enterprise Performance. I’ll be honest and say I’m not feeling very safe in my current role with the ongoing layoffs. Instead of leaving, I’d love to go back to my “consulting roots” and join the ProServ team. I’m taking my AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam next weekend. Hoping this freeze is lifted soon.

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WFH/Layoff/Security
Hi,
CCTC including all benefits is 16.57 with 8.3 YOE, primarily focused on Manual Testing.
Is it worth looking for another opportunity?
I am afraid after seeing layoffs news of EPAM, Publicis Sapient & most of the other companies calling employees in the office.
I love my WFH in PwC India & base location of Kolkata. & the best thing is stability in PwC India, they never lay off!!

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Anyone know Deloitte core business group in Deloitte consulting LLP?

Salary range, business outlook of this group amid layoffs and green card initiation timeline?

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I’m a Junior accountant, recent MBA grad in Finance, located in NYC, just got laid off due to a merger. Anybody hiring or know any opening positions?

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After 10 years of working as a FTE PM/producer I’ve now been laid off (thanks Covid) and am looking to start freelancing for the first time. What advice do you have for a new freelance PM/producer?
Also, what kind of insurance do you take out as a freelancer?

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Laid off after Thanksgiving. 54. Not done yet. Plenty to offer. In Detroit but ready and able to move anywhere. AD/CD. Hangin in there. How bout you?

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I was fired after I reported a partner for a serious (criminal) ethics violation. The firm covered it up. Are all companies like this in the end? I’ve lost my trust and don’t know how to start over.

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EY fish - when you are laid off, is it immediate the day you're told or do you get a little warning?

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So are the layoffs at Deloitte over ?

If I just chill on the bench for long will I still only get fired at the end of the year?

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If you get laid off when you’re in the middle of an interview process elsewhere, do you tell the prospective employer?

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Layoffs at Walmart corporate 😬😬

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Why do some people get laid off and others not? Is it always utilization? Do people typically know they're at risk before it gets to that point?

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How is citius tech I am about to join there?

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Any single women who want to chat. Bi/lesbian only. Philly/New York. Age 31

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Anyone want to grab a drink tn?

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Any advice on getting into product management? I have 3+ YOE working as an IT service manager and I’ve seen so many companies stating they want people from “diverse backgrounds” but then soon change their minds when they find out in an interview that you don’t have very specific product management experience

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What is it like working at redant labs..I don't know much about this company...does anyone know if it is okay to accept an offer from redant labs.
Also I have an offer from Wipro.. should I join wipro or redant labs..both same salary

How do you handle revisions at a company?

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How can one transition from a Visual/graphic designer in marketing to a product designer? And what’s it like being a product designer w a visual design background? Will you completely leave behind the graphic design world or are you still wearing many hats and still fulfilling that design and creative buzz? What courses, or resources do you have to make that jump? Can my portfolio have made up projects for this? I feel like I’m starting all over in design school! Haha.

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Any Marsh fish willing to refer? I can provide more details in DM. Thanks!!!

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I’m 35 and have been single for the last 7 years. I’m a heterosexual woman. How weird will men perceive me, When getting back in the dating pool? And yes that means no sex! 🙃👀🤷🏽‍♀️ I was working on myself and healing

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Is anyone here a google developer expert (Machine Leaning)? Quite curious to know what is it all about

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Ladies in Denver, do you have any favorite groups or associations for professional women? Trying to get more involved in the community and meet great people.

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Has anyone rented office space over the last year so that you didn't have to be stuck in your home all day? Was it worth it, or did you just feel lonely there?

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Any layoff expected in bny ?

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What is the average salary of J grade in BNY Mellon

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How we can expect market correction in bny ? When to communicate with manager for market correction?

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Any possibility of postponing the LWD by the manager here in CGI, even we have not taken any leaves?

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My employer is giving me a federal disaster relief payment. The IRS Code 139 indicates that individuals will not be required to account for actual expenses to qualify for the exclusion... is there anything on my end that I should keep track of? Did anyone else’s employer do the same?

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