2026 Trend Reports via Amy Daroukakis Zeus Ci En Gonzalo Gregori Iolanda Carvalho

Trends 2026_ACIG folder https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1HlkpNtS61d6lGGKZNeC6FMELvR7hQra8?usp=drive_link

Ian Crocombe created a Gemini Index:
ACIG Trends Index IC 28 November 2025
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Is it normal for senior managers to ask you to cancel leaves or to nit apply leaves in EY GDS? My manager told in all hands meeting yesterday to not apply leaves during tear end. Won’t this become a hr issue?

I work in the IC and, as many of you know, the security related paperwork lead-time between engagements can take months sometimes. Had super low utilization due to constant rotations to....

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At Big4 consulting with a TS/SCI - CI poly and 4 YOE. Skills include BI analytics and intelligence analysis. Currently at 85K, working 40hr weeks but I really just want more money and would be willing to work 50-55 to get it.

Where can I land a solid pay raise and what roles should I be looking for?

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Does anyone have any good self created templates they’re willing to share for use in the context of stock option planning?

Are large faces out of fashion? Deciding between 38mm or 40mm leather strap, white face watch.

Is the fixed salary of 17 appropriate at Senior 3 level in CcaSS practice?

Anyone have any good audit jokes or one liners?

I'm currently an SEO Analyst/Web Developer/Digital Marketer. Looking to be more client facing in the future. You think I have a chance in an Account Management role?

What’s so compelling about the sales side that makes agency people move?

can a writer explain the new season of Dave to me?

So whose tryna watch Dvorak later at Grant Park? 🤔 🐠

Just to get things started around here… what are your go-to restaurants to entertain or just take the family?

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What should a coder/biller/transcriptionist make with over 15 years of experience? I am currently the only person in the office that can do those jobs with no backup. I code and bill all office visits for 5 orthopedic providers and all surgical coding/billing for 3 surgeons. I also do any transcription that is needed.

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What should be the asking CTC for below profile at Capgemini?
9 years - IoT

Hi strategists. Has anyone conducted a scenario planning workshop for their clients? If so do you have any recommended exercises or tools or just advice in general? TIA

Starting to think about making the switch from agency to brand side. Any tips from strategists who have already made the jump? And is there a level at which it makes the most sense (i.e. should I wait until I make Director and then make the switch, or does it not really matter)?

Thoughts on VCCP London for strategy?

Potential employer wants to me to write a POV for a brand, is there a specific framework you’d use or specific length?

Can anyone recommend a good headhunter that has experience in placing agency strategists on the client side (not just agency only)?

Has anyone worked at a smaller branding agency? Would love to switch from big agency to actually creating brands but not sure how to start there.

I’m honestly tired of being at an agency and not feeling as fulfilled as I used with strategy as a career. Have anyone here make a career change? if so, what other jobs out there - outside of agencies and client side - can you apply what you know as a strategist? Curious if anyone has done it and has some advice.

Any good books for someone trying to understand the business side of marketing? Just got my review an they're asking I bring more of that MBA mindset to projects I'm on.

Is associate and junior the same? If not, what's the difference?

Are cover letters needed for non-creative (media buying, planning, or strategy) jobs?

Looking for some advice here: I work for a client that loves me & I love him back as well. Get along super well with the creative team and we’re like “one team” . However, I am having problems with the management of my agency. I thought of maybe talking with my client about it (the CMO) to see if he pressures the account MDs. Any tips on how to solve this situation?

What is a go-to-market strategy?

Thinking of switching to marketing at a non profit or university comms role. Any skills I need to get under@my belt before starting to apply or do you think there’s enough overlap to just learn on the job (quietly) thank you :)

How would you define "strategy” in one sentence?

If Arya Stark from GOT worked in advertising, she would be a strategist...

What’s the going hourly rate for freelance consulting on Brand Positioning work in San Francisco?

Do any of you work at Havas NY? If so, do you like it? How’s the culture?

What’s is like going from social strategy to brand strategy? Advice for making that career jump?

Have any strategists made the move over to consulting or client-side as a brand manager? Curious about your experience/why you made the move...