Any tips on meeting new clients? Any events that possibly work or strategies?

moving from SF to NYC - what is the dress code for women when going out?? in SF im used to showing up at bars after work in jeans/sweater/sneakers with a backpack but i feel like that won’t fly in NYC lol. do i need a new wardrobe??

My coworker brought a puppy to work, who bit my hand. I ended up losing my temper and yelling at them. Now everyone is mad at me for blowing up at work, even though this is something I shouldn't have had to deal with in the first place!

Anyone find themselves interrupting too much? I tend to get excited when talking with friends or about something I'm passionate about, and I occasionally will totally interrupt someone (unintentionally) when I get too into it. No one has mentioned it to me but I've caught a few looks from friends when it happens, and I'd like to work on it just for the sake of being polite. Advice?

Anyone else get frustrated when the partner brags about their billable hour amount for the month? Like congrats, you get to bill .2 for each piece of mail. You also get .2 for every letter your secretary types up as a "form letter" you never even look at. As an Associate, I don't get those easy/automatic hours.

Random question, my boss wants me to become a notary so I can handle notarizing all of the official documents myself. Has anyone else been asked to do this for their employer? Is it ethical?

Everytime I get ghosted after multiple dates, I spend the next week working almost 24/7 as if I think “if only I was richer/more successful in my career they’d want me”. I’m sure the partners on my project love it

Feeling like it's only a matter of time before I have to tell the new marketing dept head that the snazzy jargon just makes him sound like a tryhard and alienates our customer base

I’m a manager and one of my direct reports makes more than me. It really bothers me. Anyone else been in this situation before? What’s the best way to handle it?

How do you tell your mentor that his manager- who you know is his best friend - hates you?

Kippot — do any of you wear one at client sites? How do you message that with your firm and the client firm if there’s comments?

What should I do if my boss is always late? I have to stall for him constantly

Formerly at Ogilvy: What do I do when I don’t trust my HR manager, for any type of conflict?

What do you do if the partner who hired you is nice in social settings but awful to work for? And you can’t seem to escape from working for that partner. This partner doesn’t respond to your emails for critical issues that you need input on, doesn’t return your phone calls and voicemails and throws you under the bus in front of the client to blame you for her mistakes. The seniors are too busy. Just joined this firm so lateraling isn’t a viable option.

Hi everyone. I was wondering what most people wear to their virtual interviews. I would assume business professional, but I wanted to see what others thought.

What to do when you have a crush on your team lead?

We know some jurisdictions out there still have rules that think the digital age is the same as it was in the 90’s, so with how much work is being done remotely lately, what are your biggest ethics concerns? Have any ridiculous ethics opinions that have made you facepalm at how dated our practice can be sometimes?

I feel like I am so inexperienced in my job that everything takes so long to complete and get used to. Hence, I constantly feel guilty that I am spending a lot of time on my tasks and I am not adding enough value especially given the cost that clients pay for our time. I also fear that most of my time will get written off at the end of the day by the matter managers. Is this feeling normal and does it go away?

Okay the time has finally come. I was offered a new job! Now for the hard part. I have to give my notice to my boss. I absolutely love my boss. We have a great relationship. I've only stayed at my office for so long because of her. Any words of advice of how to soften the blow?

My boss asked me to take care of some of the details of a project for her—the stuff that isn't really my area of expertise. And now I feel like a shirker because I haven't been able to finish them yet.

Opposing Counsel refuses to acknowledge me in any emails, doesn’t answer my phone calls, and does not include my name on the signature line on any documents even though I am the handling attorney on this file. He only includes my supervising attorney and only responds to her. It’s so frustrating. Why are ppl like this?? What can I do? Should I continue to be annoying and email/call him?

Any advice for recently barred attorneys finding a job in Atlanta?

For those into Common Projects, END. is having a sale right now!

Anyone find themselves interrupting too much? I tend to get excited when talking with friends or about something I'm passionate about, and I occasionally will totally interrupt someone (unintentionally) when I get too into it. No one has mentioned it to me but I've caught a few looks from friends when it happens, and I'd like to work on it just for the sake of being polite. Advice?

Hey Folks, i joined yesterday - Optum Noida, how long will it take to get Sez and Id card? Till then what needs to be done?

Just curious for my managers, associate directors, directors out there…how many years experience would you say is standard between promotions? I have some catching up to do as I just started my digital marketing career after spending 3 years in finance. Just curious what industry standard is and what kind of experience you guys had before being promoted.

13 Partners leaving PwC to form a new company under Luke Sayers - called 'Sayers' ? Wow, does this mean there's more money to spread around at PwC ?

And to think, they called it Sayers ? Whilst some of these partners are going around calling themselves 'Founding Partners', they not only followed the leader, they couldn't even come up with an inventive name !

Perhaps they should all be called 'Following Partners'.

Does Google ever hire permanent tech sourcers on the recruiting team, rather than contract? How much experience is typically preferred?

Best books about product management for a good exit to industry? I already have an MBA and PMP but looking for a refreshed perspective since it’s been years since my formal education.

Currently reading “Product Managements Sacred Seven” but it’s geared toward the startup world. I am in healthcare and not looking for a startup role. TIA!!!

Big4 FDD comp thread FY22

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Hey all, new to this bowl. Currently a Tech Recruiter and eventually want to make the transition into a HRBP or HR Generalist role. Would love to hear from anyone who started in recruiting then transitioned into another area of HR. Have been thinking of either working on PHR certification or MBA with focus in HR mgt. Thanks!

Can someone share how old caterpillar India engineering pvt ltd is, not able to get much information online

do we maintain our clearance level if we leave our firm and go to another public sector firm?

anybody aware of tcs negotiating after resigning? if yes, how much one can bargain in terms of % for a 10 yrd exp guy.

What are Bain and McKinsey's cool off period?

I honestly feel like the Director on my engagement is running this Job like the Fyer Festival..😐#whateverItTakes

Hi fishes,

Currently working at Freshworks for 20LPA,
I want to change company because i need WFH.
Can i get some suggestions like where to apply as senior frontend engineer?

Exp CTC would be 35LPA +
Exp: 5.5 years

Any suggestions will be welcome.
Thanks in advance.

What is working for people to drive intro meeting opportunity. ? How are you breaking thru and getting someone to agree to an exploratory meeting?

Is anyone landing new biz these days? If you’re landing new projects with existing clients, that’s interesting. But what about new logos?

How do agencies prospect for leads? Is there a database that allows companies to submit an RFI/RFP and then agencies just submit to it? How do agencies know when a company wants to be pitched?

How much is an ANA membership (small firm)?

$100K for high preforming business development manager in NY reasonable ask?

Hi everyone, I'm so glad I found this bowl! Feels a little quiet lately, anyone have any wins or insights they're dying to share with like-minded folks?

I'll start: I want my agency to speak to...

what’s the longest written response you’ve ever submitted (include font size)

I find myself looking for a new role in agency / production company biz dev. I co-founded a creative production agency back in 2010. Grew it to a staff of 80 FTE, creating strategic content-driven campaigns for brands, tv networks, streamers, platforms, publishers etc. We developed and produced original TV as well. Around 2016 we positioned the company for sale and then sold in Jan 2019. After going over to the acquirer in 2020, I’m now free for the first time in a long time. What to do?

What is the pandemic version of "let's grab coffee". as a biz dev person I am struggling with how to make that initial connection. I offer up calls and/or zooms. Let us know if you have a good tip on how to break the ice with new biz/ get new potential clients interested.

Hello biz dev folks! How are pitches going? I know summer is upon us but curious if the threat of recession is affecting anyone. I had my first client say they were holding off on an initiative due to that. But it could just be a good excuse. 😂.

Hi all! First : shout out to the folks who sold the super bowl clients! Question for all. What tools are you using for biz dev? For finding clients specifically. We are a video production house so our needs may be different but we want to grow direct to client work as well. I know of winmo, agency access and agency source. Any other online tools you are using? Thanks!

What’s your policy for uploading creative work from pitches to your portfolio? Of course it has to be password protected, but do you only upload work from pitches that you win?

Most agency sales info centers on value discussions and pitch. Suggestions on lead gen and finding opportunities? I’m new to agency biz dev. Sold production before We are regional. Thanks!

Say we’ve got a pitch in 3 weeks. What’s a typical fee for a freelance strategist to lead the strategy and work with the team to build the deck? How much would they make in that gig?

Any new biz roles open in NY? I’m looking for Account Supervisor level! I’m struggling to find New Business roles in general, I feel sometimes it can be such a niche search. Any tips / words of wisdom?

What are your thoughts on new business right now in general? Working on your agency's presence, reaching out to current clients, finding new industries or suggesting internal changes at home?

Non new biz person who works 100% on new business. How hard would it be for an SME who is super strong in storytelling/ selling to transition into a formal new biz role? That upside is compelling.

Has anyone ever attended one of these events put on by companies like Richmond events? These are the events where they invite CMO types and agencies and other industry suppliers get one-on-ones.

To people working in New Business: What’s your favorite part about it? Whats your biggest motivation to be in New Business?

Curious about the biz dev career track. Have you stayed in biz dev your whole career? Or did you start in biz dev and use it to move into another role? What did you move into and how?