Hook Discussions

My practice got super busy after the pandemic. I have had a waitlist and been incredibly busy. It’s been stressful, but I have been grateful for business & to be helping people through a crazy time. This fall, I’ve noticed things slowing down and I don’t really know why. Has anyone else seen any similar trends (or know what might be going on)? TIA.

Working parents in the ad business - how are you all doing? How’s the overall stress level and mental health these days?

Surrounded by gorgeous ladies on my flight. Two in front of me, one across the isle, and another behind me. My neighbor? The goth with the Mohawk. 😑

Touch week at SapFish. Anyone impacted?

I have a friend who just started a new job-went from a big ad agency to a small start up. The boss at the new job wants to create the company website to show generic work. No actual clients, just work with made up company names. They have many clients that they work with-but won’t show them online. I have never heard of this? Why would someone do that? Isn’t it counterproductive to show fake companies and work? How can they discourage their boss that’s not a good idea without offending them?

I’m looking for some new things to read or listen to — doesn’t need to be ad-related. Books, podcasts, whaddya got?
I’m not really into fiction, but open to anything. Last books I enjoyed were Junior and Moonwalking with Einstein, last podcast I binged was Startup (Gimlet).

Going to an office to meet the team and see the office after being offered a position. After much thought I think it is best to stay at my current position for now. How do I go about declining an offer/ask for a day to think about it?

Creative Director: “Craft and storytelling will always be fundamental in this industry.”

Same Creative Director: “So they flip the Yoplait Yogurt cup on Tiktok as a...challenge? Sure, why not if the kids are doing it. But what’s the hashtag?”

I want to quit drinking but this industry is difficult. Has anyone ever tried/have tips?

Our grp president sent email recognizing women today, but only sent to a small group. Defeats the purpose, no? Wtf.

Do people read Glassdoor reviews? I should have before starting here 🤦🏽‍♂️

Microdosing while WFH: Stories, advice, warnings?

Has anyone heard anything from the Amtrak RFP?

Anyone tried cryotherapy? I've heard a lot of good things about it especially as a stress-reducer and general kick of endorphins. Thinking about trying it this weekend...

Any thought in working 3x12s a week vs a typical 5x8 or 4x10? I am working 3x12 and have to work some weekends and I am not sure if I like it. I am 25yrs lmk maybe I am just young? Thoughts?

If you have majority real campaigns - Should you mark something as student/spec work in your book especially if it looks real?

Currently working as radiology access specialist that is a regular 10 to 6 Monday through Friday. I want to branch out to remote position in healthcare I have about 3 years of working administrative part of healthcare. This will be a second job in a sense. Does anyone have any ideas ?

I applied for a job within my unit that I do not qualify for. Now, I have an interview for this job. Me knowing I do not meet most of the qualifications for this position has my imposter syndrome thinking I shouldn’t even do this interview because it would be a waste of time. Has anyone felt this way?

I need Christmas gift ideas. I need gifts for my portfolio managers, sales staff and one for the lobby attendant. I don’t like gift cards. Ideas?

Any Hilton recs in Charleston?

Still don't have xlookup. #fomo

I joined infosys on may 19, from when shall i expect variable payout start? Month?

I work in field sales as an IC. My aspirational career path is to end up in people leadership. Recently, an Inside management position opened up that’s been brought to my attention by the hiring director. Question is, is going back Inside the right move to get into started in leadership? Or should I continue down the field path and wait until those field management slots open up?

I've been a cashier for like 5 years and want to move up the chain, what do I need to learn to become a supervisor?

What is your favorite dive watch around $500?

Does ZS provide MBA sponsorship? If yes, what's the criteria.

I am looking for a job change from system administrator to data analyst role.
Is there any opportunity available?

Can anyone suggest whether leaving Deloitte USI for IBM a good discuss overall?

Any feedback on PwC forensics practice? Good, bad and ugly?

Is it a good Idea to inform my boss that I'm looking for other opportunities

I've been seeing a lot of ADCOLOR posts on linkedin, and some of the people who are liking and reposting it are some of the same people who were blatantly racist and rude to me when I worked with them. I wish there was something I could say/do about it, but it's literally making my blood boil seeing them like posts about "uplifting" and "supporting" BIPOC, only because I know that once they get off their screens and they're the meanest people

Everyone says Bangalore is all about South Indian food and a north indian can't resist in Bangalore is it so? If yes please tell me why? Because I am from uttrakhand and thinking about opportunities in Bangalore.

Any1 who have joined recently or 6 months back...Could you pls confirm if Cognizant is that negative as discussed in many forum.
1)Howz the hike goes
2) Howz the culture especially in kolkata
3)Is this right time to join there...
4) Promotions

Any good books recommendation on effective client communication/business writing?

I work in sales as a coordinator and do a bunch of paperwork with customers online. I LOVE PEOPLE but dread going to work everyday (wfh 3x a week) because the environment is toxic. I just found out that the only positive manager on my team is leaving. I am spiraling. I have a BS in Health Science (no chemistry classes taken and minimal biology education). Where are people happy in their careers? What careers are best for young women with ADHD? Who’s hiring?

Hi. Anyone here works in finance in the UK? I'm moving there soon and I find salaries to be a bit low, e.g., £30K. Is this the norm?

I have a little over 1 YOE with a Bachelor's in Finance and soon a Master's. Thanks.

Joined this week. What can I expect from Mr V