Are there any good comms planning books, written after rise of digital / social?

Why are town Hall meetings so impersonal? They are all about awards / the number of people hired. I know FCB health is large, but we never hear from people who aren’t Executives. Last town hall, when discussing inclusion efforts, there were no people of color represented and one of the 4 pillars of diversity was centered around our “reputation as an organization” (that really rubbed me the wrong way). At my last agency those conversations were always led by people of color from every level.

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I slightly dropped my MacBook and apparently (slightly) damaged the keyboard and trackpad as per service Center. I don’t see any visible damage to the system but that’s what they say and are charging me about 28k for this even though my system is in warranty period (will complete a year in a few days). Are there any workaround for this? Like I can use external keyboard or maybe negotiate, anything else?

If your employer mandated you need to come in 5 days a week would you consider quitting? My situation is I live in my geographical territory and the office is 45 minutes away. No performance issues at quota consistently.

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A good resource to learn more about merchant/B2B retail segmentation through ml/AI. Thanks in advance

How long does JPM take to issue offers? Finished my last interview a few days ago and currently waiting rn.

Any russian-speaking M7 MBA graduates here? What was your GMAT score?

Do cover letters matter at all anymore?

I’m starting an MBA program this week and can’t find a job in my field because I’m pivoting away from a musical arts career. Ideas?

Anyone use etsy for a side hustle? Is it worth it? I do love crafting!

Any advice for final round interviews for PE associate roles? Any unique questions you’ve seen? Any tips on how to standout?

Hi! Is there anyone from Deel who would be willing to connect? :)

Will mods hurt the resale value of a car? I'm considering selling my daily and am debating on whether or not I should put the effort in to return it to stock.

Why are we not treating the Hunter Biden / Ukraine connection like the scandal that it is? The media dragged Trump through the mud on foreign collusion lies for months but wont touch this blatantly obvious case. Media is the enemy of the modern society

I read this super interesting article about how big companies like Toyota are investing in social-emotional training for their employees and seeing massive benefits. I actually think this could be a whole separate class for students of all ages. Learning about conflict resolution, growing your own self-regulation skills...it's really important.

Please help me rationalize through something:
2 kidneys but can only give 1 (potentially):

1) Cousin: 36, mom of 2, lives a fairly healthy lifestyle
2) Dad: 60-65 YO; kidney failure runs in the family, lives an unhealthy lifestyle but this is dad…

What should I be considering in thinking through how to decide? What factors would you think about?

P.S. will go through screening process for both but just want to start thinking about things now

Any insight in salary range for 5th years at Akerman?

Anyone else have to deal with your head of Brand Planning constantly trying to tear down the value of Comms Planning? Is it fear that we will replace them? Or perhaps he's just fundamentally insecure.

Anyone hiring Group / Director Comms Strategy in New York?

Do you think your counterparts in brand strat, creative and account truly understand and appreciate what you do?

What tools do you all swear by for insights and usage and behaviours?

Wish I’d Made That!

Looking for inspo.

What are some of your favourite comms / connections strategy campaigns?

Old or Current but anything that really had some intricate and interesting comms strategy behind it.
Cheers.

Good morning strategy bowl...our 5 year old agency is strategically led and growing. We are in Upstate NY, working with large brands and expanding our planning team. Seeking a planner with 7-10 years.

Does anyone have a list of KPIs for Comms Planning roles within an agency setting? Trying to establish how I’m measured / being reviewed because it’s very hazy at the moment.

Really appreciate it!!

Question: I’m new to all this so sorry if this is so obvious. How often do mid to large size agencies contract work out to smaller ones? And what’s the best way to go about starting that relationship?

Connections and comms strategy are changing with the industry. Where do you bring the most value to teams and clients today, and where / how do you see that evolving ?

What’s the biggest difference between a Brand Director and a Director of Marketing & Communications?

Are there any agencies with a decent Comms Planning department in Chicago???

How can I improve at developing activation maps/architecture. I’m so slow and I struggle to get it right and to make intuitive sense.

After making it through all rounds of interviews at Apple, I was informed the comms planning role I am after was cut due to hiring freezes. That said, I am being offered a contractor role with potential for full time conversion if the role opens up. Any advice?

You want a masterclass in customer service, work with a vet that does in home pet euthanasia. As she said, no one is calling with good news. It was simple, not cheap but fair, (cont)

I'm looking for a comms planner for a mid-size agency in San Diego. 5-7 years overall experience with at least 1 full year spent exclusively on comms. DM me if you're interested, I'd consider more experienced as well.

Anyone else struggling with facilitating brainstorms that come up with ideas that play off culture? Would love thoughts on how you’ve done this well... also any exercises a “must have” in a session

Looking for account managers and digital strategists! Small and innovative fast-growing full service creative agency working with big global brands in NY. DM if you are interspersed or know someone!