Forrester Discussions

Why has Strategy & Creative turned into Crips & Bloods mentality? 🤔

My current role is being cut due to client's budgets getting absolutely demolished from Coronavirus - potential relo for a new position but not sure work/client is what I want to do? Is it better cont

Does Havas has any tuition reimbursement programs? And has anyone done one?

Have any NYC agencies pushed back their back to office dates?

I am just curious to know if there is a potential of getting a AM(SaaS sales) role in US with US salaries working remotely from EU

Layoffs at Ogilvy NYC...

What’s the latest on BSSP in SF? The only clients I’m really interested in are 2K and ESPN (judging by their website), but dunno what the status of those are. Also, am I going to have to trek up to Sausalito, or will I be able to wfh given the new post-pandemic normal?

I want to get my masters in HR, but I also want to get my phr.. is it better to get one over the other? Or should I do both. Are there any masters hr program someone can recommend?

Do any of the top consulting firms hire into the Engagement Manager level after an M7 (if they had manager experience elsewhere)? I know MBB probably doesn’t but what about other tier 2 firms after that - and asking for US or Canada

When you give notice do they take you off all client work? Do you just hang out in the home office for 2 weeks or do they just cut you off from there.

Going to Mexico City first weekend of April, anyone down?

Damn...when you decide to take a 💩 10 minutes before a client meeting and both your feet fall asleep! 😨 #neveragain #cantgetupoffthisseat

😇 MFW when there is a priest on board.

Insights into the best consulting firms for public service/ nonprofit work?

Since we’ve all been working from home for months now, what’s the best office chair out that y’all are using for our long work from home hours? Looking to invest in a better one than my ~$150 one from Amazon.

What do you do to fight burnout? Got a raise yesterday and will get another in September, for dealing with a lot of stuff, but I can't shake the burnout.

Starting a new job as a Merchandising Coordinator for a large food/sales company soon… no experience in merchandising, just customer service. Any advice???

I am considering an offer for an AE role (UK-LDN) where the base is £42k & OTE is £70k. The Regional GM has verbally promised to move it up to £50k base if I perform well during the probationary period, but I can’t have it in writing on the contract. I’ve tried to counter offer but they said I’m currently maxing the salary band (L4). This role is exciting as I’d be the first UK employee, doing the full sales cycle & more but I had the same base and ote as an SDR. Is it too low? Do I take it?

Is your base plus commission a 50/50 split? Mines is like a 40/60 split and would prefer a higher base.

Which city would you recommend for single men in late 20s trying to find good opportunities in career & dating? Leaning more towards to NYC but not planning to live in Manhattan due to the high rent so I am not sure that would be okay. Also don't want to drive that much.

How good Publicis sapient for java developers and they are offering associate technology L1 and what package i will expect for 2.5year yoe?

What would be ideal salary for i grade with 11 years of experience at BNYM corporate IT BU?

How often do you drink? To what extent?

a few weeks ago we had a super busy day with scripts and i think i went into ‘autopilot’ because i don’t remember it happening, but i handed out the wrong prescription to someone (before you get mad, i only started a few weeks ago and i’m a junior assistant), out of all people i could’ve given the wrong medication to, it was a blind person. i have severe anxiety already and want to know some tactics to go back to work without guilt? i take guilt very heavy and struggle to get past it all

Anyone with experience in the beverage industry willing to advise me on how to launch a beverage business - including regulatory requirements, licenses/permits needed, potential costs/investment required and building a tactical execution plan for a pilot launch? Happy to pay for your time within reasonable limits. Please DM with a proposal. Thank you!

someone please save me from ad agency land 😩 im a catch of a hire for a data analyst. i specialize in marketing measurement 📊

If anyone wish to re join IBM, what is the minimum gap one should have to take ?

Happy Friday my people! 30/F here....anyone want to chat?

Does working at a generalist IB shop put you at a significant disadvantage versus an industry specific bank when it comes to exiting to Corp Dev?

Any information on the culture / WLB of Tampa law firms? Particularly firms in the 170k+ starting pay range, litigation specifically.

Hi Everyone, our organization is looking to add an experienced account leader to our team. Through the vehicle of a digital marketing & analytics agency, our mission is twofold and ordered: 1) to empower our team to achieve their dreams and to best help others; 2) to honestly partner with our clients, and with their best interests, build scalable solutions that provide profitable growth.

What are your policies regarding consuming alcohol at company events? Do you have a process when someone is too drunk - call a Lyft/Uber? Confiscate keys? Are there any repercussions to the employee as the event is technically after hours even if company sponsored?

I am fed up of my people lead/supervisor
Gives unrealistic deadlines, has no time for discussion and next day he is up with his nagging behaviour

Doesnt even know how to talk in a certain professional manner, fed up with his nagging behaviour.

And yeah forgets everything! Need to remind him each and everytime about the tasks and boom, then he comes up with his negative demotivating statements!

Planning to exit tech firms as a mid to senior level roles. What are some possible sources I can reach out at to make this happen?

Looking into moving to NOMA this winter. How is the street parking and safety in general? Will it be a pain for friends to visit?

Anyone know of any banking analyst lateral opportunities in Chicago? Looking to jump to BB/EB. Any insight to the shops around here is much appreciated!