WE Communications Discussions

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

If your client’s internal audit function reaches out to see what’s up, should you give push back since you’re a consultant? Yes right?

FAANG folks - what are Facebook/Google roles like Country Lead/Industry Lead equivalent to? Are these Director level roles? What sort of compensation can you expect in something like that role?

Has anyone bought/ done the HRCI Certificate in Diversity and Inclusion in HR Management? I already have my PHR, but I’m looking to gain more knowledge/skills and beef up my resume. Is it worth doing? The course is $239 and you get 12 Recert credits with it.

Has anyone used gliders that stick on tyres of office chair, for better movement over the carpet?

Hey friends. Recently joined a startup with a heavy reliance on outbound sales strategy. Without a phone number... what are some of your best ways to get meetings booked with prospects?

Our product sells itself, but how do you set yourself apart to get the initial meeting booked?
What mediums do you use with cold outreach that you find most effective?
What copy have you found gets the best ppen/reply rate?

I am not a sales PRO, but I'm also not a newbie. Really just looking for a think-tank.

If taking the subway to my home office isn't part of my normal commute, and the client I am on is outside the commute to my home office and requires it, am I entitled to expense my Metro Card?

Had such a great interview with an agency this morning. Then I look at their Glassdoor and it's horrible reviews- like the opposite of what the recruiter and group account director told me.

What do I do? I have a really good gut feeling about this but now scared from Glassdoor. UGH finding a job is so hard.

Hello, first post here. Outside sales, merchant services/card processing. I’m primarily a welder but I work 4 10-hour shifts typically then I try sales the last three days. I’ve done it long enough to where I’m confident and comfortable going to new businesses, establishing some rapport with business owners. But it seems like a lot of businesses see this as a waste of time, even adding services and cutting costs. I guess either I’m looking for advice or considering not doing this anymore.

For those who completed their SHRM certification this year (CP or SCP) and opted for self study, what study materials did you use to prepare?

CAIA vs CFA?

I'm reading this book on boundaries. In the work section it says I should tell my boss that I can't work after 5 PM. Knowing that advertising work commonly goes past 5 PM...would my job be in danger if I said that?
There's not really a rule book that says I must work until the work is done even though it's an unsaid expectation. Thoughts?

Kudos to the man on the train next to me who has his ticket around his neck, his glasses in his hand and a full sleeping mask on. 😴

Book recommendations on leadership, career development, etc?

Bench time = ski time. Ready to get some true Slalom time in today

Does the infamous side hustle really just mean a hobby?

I got into marketing because I thought it would be an opportunity to make good money in a field where I could still exercise my creativity, but I’ve found it to be extremely stifling and bogged down by bureaucracy. Does it ever get better?

I've been working at the same advertising agency for seven years. My boss just quit to join the competition. Thinking of following her, does anyone have experience switching companies like this?

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

Not exactly my first choice of places to take in the Fourth, but the fireworks look amazing from 30,000 feet. Happy Fourth of July, y'all!

Got rejected from one of my desired tech companies, it's agitating but at least they didn't ghost me.

Looking for a referral in companies in Hyderabad, India

Tech Stack: SQL, PL/SQL, ETL, Azure, Alteryx, Dataiku, Python (basics), Tableau, Viz.

Total YOE: ~4 years.

I feel like I’ve been pretty negative lately. My team morale has been low and I feel like that negativity is seeping in and all I do is complain lately. I love my agency and want to love my job.

I quit my job and am going back to home country. What is the fastest way to transfer $100k from the US to a country in Asia?

Had to cut a call short saying battery about to die coz I wanted to eat my vada pav in peace. 🥴

Recommendations for bachelor party destinations aside from Costa Rica and Mexico City. Preferably under 5 hour flight time from Atlanta outside the US.

Does receiving a ‘Does Not Meet Expectations’ on year-end review with no other next steps - In this environment - basically mean I’m on the chopping block? Should I start job hunting?

I have a little over a year of experience as a Partner Success Manager at a Tech company. My company is looking to do salary negotiations this year. When I started out, my base was 70k plus commission of 10k minimum extra. Curious to know what others are making as a PSM and also looking for other opportunities!

What is the average salary of Business Unit Controller for P&l controller team supporting the treasury capital market?

What's the point of asking to write code in an interview, if all we do is search in google or stack over flow. 🤔

What do you do when you meet someone who absolutely loves some bollywood movie you find cringe. Help 😒

Posted this in another bowl and wanted your insights.

Is it easier to move from management consulting to deals or vice versa?

Accenture talent and org offer. Manager hire at $175k base and $25k signing. Good?

Can we get work from home projects in CTS? When is wfh going to end?

If you can work for any buyside firm (PE, HF, VC), which would it be and why?

Hi Fishes,
I am currently on notice period and looking for a referral in Capgemini for P2P.

Man PwC PEVC is poaching KPMG Strategy folks like crazy! Recruiters are swarming the DMs out here. Does this mean that the good natured roasting that KPMG Strat gets is just for jokes and in actuality we’re actually well respected professionals? I’m actually very impressed with the practice and everyone I’ve worked with and I feel as though clients really gravitate towards us as well given the positive numbers this year. Jw what our true reputation is out here on the streets is all