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I’ve been at my current company for 6 months and my direct manager is exiting the company. I’d like to ask if I’d be considered for the position but am not sure how to go about it? Is it worth it when I’ve been with the company such a short time? I come with expertise and background for the role but haven’t built the rapport at this company. How do I facilitate the conversation without seeming selfish?

Any Chicago agencies hiring Jr. Producers? I've got a super talented buddy who's looking in that area.

What do you do when your manager is micromanaging to the point that it actually has a negative impact on the work? They're not taking any fair feedback and discussion points from myself of the team, giving circular feedback for the sake of feeding back which is having a knock-on effect on timeli, and generally causing the work and morale to suffer.

What does a standard/typical severance package look like? My agency had some layoffs recently and so I’m trying to be mindful.

Has anyone else experienced gender discrimination in their organization?

Is Deutsch LA a sinking ship? I’ve heard from a few creatives the culture there has gotten more toxic in the past few months. They have a great portfolio - was considering working there one day but...

Has anyone taken the PHR exam lately? What was the best test prep IYO? Online on demand , online live classes? Are the practice exams worth the cost?

When it comes to recruiting, is it good for the industry when the first word out of HR is "diversity" and not "talent?"

If you are feeling sick or something during the day and WFH, do you feel comfortable napping it off and then getting back to work and working late if needed? I have friends that say this is totally normal and okay but I feel weird about it and can never actually rest to feel better if I do lay down

Freelancing for the first time. How do you respond to what’s your availability when you have more than one project?

For those of you who spent the time and money to get the PHR or SHRM certifications, do you feel that it actually strengthened your professional capabilities as on HR professional, or did you just do it to fit into the “HR Professional” crowd?

Work at a hold co and tired of hearing the ceo’s are in it with us and taking cuts? I call BS on that! They are only reducing salary and will still earn millions. Omnicom John Wren - $19,818,780 in 2019, his 2020 sacrifice = 5.05% reduction. IPG – Michael Roth $16,590,172 in 2019 his 2020 sacrifice is undisclosed. WPP Mark Read £2,594,000 in 2019 his 2020 sacrifice = 1.88% reduction. Publicis Arthur Sadoun €3,265,800 in 2019 his 2020 sacrifice = 4.6% reduction.

Who do you ask for a raise? And how do you ask for it?

Actively seeking a new opportunity and I am slowly starting to feel discouraged due to lack of response. Anyone else having issues searching for employment right now?

Thoughts on FCB Chicago? What’s the culture like? Coworkers? Leadership? Would you want to work there yourself? Why/why not? Thanks 🐠!

How does vacation cancellation work? What am I ok to ask for? Had a trip booked and got put on a production that happens the same week.

Anyone know of a 3rd party (managed service) selling iTunes/App Store ads? Since iad shut down, seems it’s only self service direct

Anyone work in Campus Recruiting? How are you planning for fall given uncertainty at schools/likelihood of virtual learning?

Average Account supervisor salary at ogilvy? Thinking about jumping ship but the average AS salary there, according to Glassdoor, is ~67K. I’m making $72K right now as an SAE at my current agency

Would you ever go publisher side? Like Vice virtue, TBrand Studio? I need a better work life balance and seeking adjacent industries.

IAH-DTW this am.... I fear traveling around the NE this week may be a little messy....

Hi, anyone here taken the driving test during covid? Any idea of GA DDS is conducting the tests during covid? I read online that the instructor observes from outside and the candidate doesn't drive outside the DDS premises. Is that accurate?

I’d like to start a female only network group. I’m thinking it can be virtual, maybe meet in a small group via zoom once a month so everyone is meeting with different people every month. Maybe a google doc with the type of work the person does and their contact info. No fees, just women lifting other women up. Any Thoughts? Ideas? Suggestions? Thanks!! I’ve never joined a network group before, so I’m sure there are details I haven’t even thought of.

Ugh comp statements are unavailable due to "annual refresh"...how longer are they going to torture us.

I’ve been at my current company for 6 months and my direct manager is exiting the company. I’d like to ask if I’d be considered for the position but am not sure how to go about it? Is it worth it when I’ve been with the company such a short time? I come with expertise and background for the role but haven’t built the rapport at this company. How do I facilitate the conversation without seeming selfish?

Californians, I am curious what firms decide to do regarding honoring Juneteenth going forward. Part of the reason I ask is that Cesar Chavez Day (state holiday) is virtually unrecognized by any firm. Some interesting decisions to be made.

Does anybody know when PwC switched their paid parental leave policy so that now state paid family leave runs concurrently with the 8 weeks of parental leave? I was just told this is the policy, and live in California, so am going to be able to take less leave then last time and am pretty bummed!

Just had a great Zoom breakout room chat with a Bain Consultant who’s an alum the b-school I’m attending (Experience Bain). Asked a couple questions and really enjoyed the convo. Ok to connect on LinkedIn?

How many % raise should I negotiate if I go from a place that has brand name and doesn’t pay well (brand name discount) to another place that is highly competitive/brand name and known to pay well? 3 YOE in HCOL. Thanks!

Any Chicago agencies hiring Jr. Producers? I've got a super talented buddy who's looking in that area.

I miss reading for fun. I need a vacation. Does anyone else ever fantasize about Jerry Maguire-ing outta here?

What PE funds are hiring!

Booked a personal Delta flight using miles, but fucked up the day and need to change it to the following day. Is there any way I can get out of the $150 change fee?

What do you do when your manager is micromanaging to the point that it actually has a negative impact on the work? They're not taking any fair feedback and discussion points from myself of the team, giving circular feedback for the sake of feeding back which is having a knock-on effect on timeli, and generally causing the work and morale to suffer.

Is there anyway to block people on Skype? Appear offline to a few lucky individuals?

PwC Health Plan- ok so I'm 25 years old, single, so medical conditions. I should choose the high deductible plan, right?

My students eventually get bored and restless when it comes to a classroom routine esp towards the end of the year. How can I keep things interesting but also consistent?

Anyone else feel like work/billable hours gets in their way of taking care of their life? Hate having to choose between working to keep up with billables and taking care of my life whether that's the gym or whatever else. Feel like I never have enough time for both.

What is the Deloitte code for Hilton? Thanks!

Have heard that AT Kearney has an exceptional culture. Out of curiosity, what do they do that contributes to this rep? Kudos to ATK