Anyone have a recommendation of where I could point a friend who is interested in becoming a producer in Chicago? He would be brand new to the ad world. (I’m aware timing couldn’t be worse.)

For those that have been laid off, how’s the job search going? Have you gotten offers fairly quickly (I.e. 2-4 weeks after getting the notice)?

Do we get anything on diwali from optum

Hi Fishes,

Need your suggestion. I have given an interview in EXL for Senior Business Analyst role and been shortlisted. Could you all please suggest how much should I expect and ask.

YOE :- 4 Years and 9 Months
Skills :- SQL, Power BI, Tableau
CCTC :- 5.25 lakh

Qualified Dividends: I’m expecting $650-$750 qualified dividend in 2021. Salary and base about $250 total. Questions: what tax rate will the qualified dividend be taxed at? The 15% or 20%? Also, since it’s technically a long term gain, do I have to pay an state and local on the income? Been reading for a bit and I can’t seem to find a clear answer. Thanks fishies!

I would like how much other individuals are taking home as a Cash analyst in North Texas?

Anyone stay in Indiranagar ? Need guidance.

Is Nokia calling people to the office or people can still work from home?

3 questions for fish with CFA designation.

1. Was it worth your time?
2. Do you feel it has helped you in your current/past work?
3. Do you feel clients value you more having this on your resume? (If so, is this sector specific? E.g Financial services clients)

Just had an interview with Netflix and at some point I mentioned “GAFA” (even joking that it’s probably GAMA now) and completely forgot they’re in FAANG 😬

Will this be one of those moments I remember when going to bed for the rest of my life? Yes.

Anyone think that they've become more materialistic in this industry?

Why are boomers strolling around outside running errands? Is it time to reopen schools and fire up the economy?

Has anyone here considered exiting for a PE Fund of Funds?

Whether we need to Collect the Laptop from the HCL Office directly, as I got the Mail from them to collect the laptop from their Jigani Campus. Why they will not send to our home address???? Kindly confirm guys, as i am a new joiner.

Aside from pwc, are there any other big4 that are offering fully remote positions for external or internal audit? Don’t see any remote positions on the career pages.

Where is everyone watching the Panthers taking on the Broncos today?

How does getting into Comm Arts rank with pencils, lions, etc?

Chevy work is unwatchable. And the money they spend on production for this work is unconscionable.

If consumers prefer diversity in ads, wouldn't it make sense to have a more diverse industry? Why does agencies lack diversity?

Thoughts on Code and Theory? What’s the creative strategy team like?

The best idea deck ever?

Looking for senior designers that knows shopper marketing. Please DM with books!

Does anyone know which Publicis office is going to manage the recently won Beiersdorf account?

Stop putting two spaces after periods, grandpa.

Has anyone been fired? How’d you bounce back? How did you approach it when applying for new jobs? I’m legitimately worried I’ll be fired and could use some advice.

How much do you have in savings (cash, 401k, etc.)? And how old are you?

Is hotdesking really that awful? Worked in open offices before but with a desk, don’t know how to feel about this though.

Clues that you didn’t get the job?

I got the job! but the new gig requires relocation... Terrified about leaving NYC, but ready for a new chapter.

Juniors... When will you figure out that some patience and team loyalty advances your career more quickly than chasing every shiny thing?

Why do recruiters never tell you which agency they want to talk to you about until they get you on the phone? I don’t want to waste anyone’s time and it would be helpful to know this info from the initial outreach. My experience with this only applies to healthcare, but would imagine it’s the same in consumer as well. Anyone?

I had a panic attack in a meeting today. I had no idea what to do and I feel like the others could tell something was wrong but it kept going. If you've had this, what do you do?

Looking for emotional support after been laid off and second baby is on the way.

Hill holiday and Arnold: heard massive layoffs at both places. Is everyone ok?