Are Strategists are the most judgmental group of people in an agency?

People of Hyderabad, hope you all are safe in these rains, seen lots of waterlogging on the news.

To the Fish who voted for Trump - how do you feel like he's doing so far?

Fishes, bite / like ;) here 11 times for DM

All the strategists on this Toronto page should just get together and kiss.

Considering buying a house in Edison. School ratings look good and NYC commute is bearable.Checking on Zillow and the cost of the house might go around 700k. Is this a good idea? Any other towns that I should explore.

Would jumping to in-house for a ~40% raise, worth it? It’s a software company that seems a bit dated and boring tbh so I’m worried I’d burn myself out but the pay is attractive. Would it be a bad move to leverage the offer to try to get my current agency to even meet me halfway? We’re doing okay financially now and I’ve been there for a year. I like the work and the people but it’s very disorganized which is beyond frustrating. In-house seems more structured but likely less creative.

Is anyone else planning on running the Turkey Trot this year?

Alright women folk- best way to go about announcing a pregnancy in the workplace?

Has anyone gone into YE with lower than the target utilization? I have about 2 months worth of PTO and trainings this year but want to know how a low utilization will affect my YE rating

Accepted an offer at Deloitte but got another offer and want to renege. Worked there before and got laid off. Would other company find out in a background check or anything like that?

Anyone else noticed recruiter messages are back up this week? I’ve been getting 2-3 daily starting Monday.

I have three final round interviews next week (all for dream-ish jobs). I just found out I need a procedure next week and then surgery the week after.

Anyone know of a good app for healthy recipes with Macros etc.

Any tips for how to make tutoring enjoyable for a rising 6th trader? We will be working on math this summer, but just going through the workbook seems really boring.

@Mckinsey / bcg / Bain - who gives the client presentations generally? Senior people like partners/managers or freshly minted MBAs or it depends on client status/level ?

Why is pizza with pineapple topping called Hawaiian pizza when the Canadians are responsible for this mess?

If you get fired, can your next employer find this out?

Lots of layoffs at Latitude today. What’s the story?

I recently accepted an offer (company X) for Aug 1. Com X (big company) is a media planning role (same title I have now: Senior associate), but in a different media type & pays $10K more ($70K). However, I had also applied to PM roles and had no luck with getting any callbacks until recently.

Com Y, is small (<100 employees) but pays $80K+. Would it be weird to take an offer and then leave (if I get the com y job)?

Com X job said I could be sup/man given time, earning $80K+, advice?

What PR agencies have a good strategy team?

I used to work at Edelman and don’t miss the dynamics… wondering if other shops have done a better job with their strategy function.

I find Recruiting for Strategy much harder than for other departments. Strategists, any tips to connect better via email outreach? What do you want to know or hear that would make you intrigued?

Aside from the obvious, what elements and info are a must in your briefs?

Have any American strategists tried their hand in the Korean market? Is there even a market for us over there? Would love to learn what I can but have no idea where to start.

What are some non-industry books that have made you a better strategist? Or even genres that you tend to favor to expand your thinking?

Now that CX seems to be in every agency, what will be the next big thing?

How much do brands pay for a logo to appear on a football field or as part of the clock/score ticker on the bottom of the screen? Does anyone have any idea of price ranges?

Have you moved from agency to client side as a strategist? What’s your experience been like? Tips for making the shift for the first time? I am done with agencies.

Hi all, I’m trying to up my business strategy game. Love it but feel I miss more background. Any courses to recommend?

Any thoughts on VCCP NY from a strategy perspective?

Best strategy recruiters?

I’m curious to hear from strategists who shifted from advertising into more innovation / consulting roles, and how it’s going. I’d love to get out of campaign work and more into solving business/product problems.

Why are clients afraid of big ideas?

How does one find great insights on European and Australian consumers? 🤔 I’m in U.S. and my education and background has only been U.S. based. Working with a global company that is exploring a go to market and repositioning in those countries. Getting insights on their customer segments would be great but I feel so lost and overwhelmed.

Hi! Does anyone know top notch agency recruiters in the UK or Europe? Thanks!

Anyone interested in purchasing a SXSW Film badge at the early bird special cost of $895?

Is there value in being an Analyst, if I ultimately want to end up in brand strategy? Currently in Account and it seems like a lot of consumer insights analyst roles overlap with tasks in a junior strat position (research aspect). Would love to hear your thoughts as I'm hoping to make a smart career jump :).

Any favorite research shops with quick turnaround for new biz?

I’m a junior strategist at a big agency. I think I’m doing well and get positive feedback but not sure if I’m doing enough/too much. What things do you think good junior strategists should be doing?