At my agency a couple of years - majority of that during covid. Nice bosses who care about their staff, but the work we are making is so safe. Our ECD is constantly out voted by the C suite and the work we get through is diluted. I don’t present routes I don’t want to make, then the planners make us work on theirs as “a safe option” spoiler: it’s bought. Do I cut my losses and try go elsewhere - even if my book is the same? Or hang in there/ keep pushing and hope I’ll slip one through?

Questions ask during the H-1B stamping in india? Would be helpful from folks who’ve interviewed during COVID. Thank you

Has anyone had luck cancelling their lease due to to COVID? Haven’t been in my apartment since March and wondering if keeping the lease is worth it given it’s not looking like we’ll go back to the office this year.

Is your facility paying for you to get COVID
testing?

Anyone buying a place during Covid times in Denver? How's it going?

I am genuinely interested in learning why people want to reopen non essential businesses?For the past one month all we have read is about how fatal and dangerous is covid. I want to reasoning

Anyone make a cross country move as part of a job switch during covid? Wondering if the company expects you to be moved/have a date planned in mind if you aren't already living in the area

obligatory post: how will COVID impact human capital? The types of work we do, factors in making a healthy organization, etc.

Is firm travel back up to pre covid levels?

What is the work from home policy of Atos, will it be too rigid post covid???

Have offer from Nagarro Gurgaon. Is it possible to relocate to Bangalore post covid instead of Gurgaon ?

You’re going to hear tons of Trumpers talk about “the tolerant left” now that Trump has COVID and obviously, anyone who isn’t far up his ass can see the irony in the situation.

Don’t let them...

Would you take a freelance gig that would be a promotion (with potential to join full time) with a smaller company whose values you really agree with, OR a full-time offer for a lateral move with a larger company with teammates you know and trust? Of course factoring in all the nuances of covid. TIA!

COVID 19 crisis should make all states compact for licensing. Precious time was lost while nurses who wanted to work waited for states to pass emergency laws.

Sooo who’s working on Pfizer’s covid vaccine?

Did anyone see their salary or bonus increase due to COVID? If so, how? Did you change jobs?

Just tested positive for covid. Was vaccinated with moderna - what gives? Have been hearing of so many breakthrough infections lately

Is it too late in our lives to jump into a mortgage?

So my fiancée and I are relatively late in terms of finally landing well paying jobs and being able to save money instead of living paycheck to paycheck. We’re both 36 and currently rent a 2 bedroom in NY and have a combined savings of $35,000 which she wants to use as a down payment on a condo. I kinda just wanna continue saving while renting. I also literally just started contributing to my 401K so I’m also late in the game for that too.

Had my sapphire preferred for 4 years. Can I downgrade to a freedom today and re-apply for a sapphire after a couple weeks to get a new bonus?

I’ve been with my company for 4 years and I’m thinking about applying for a new job. For references, I would like to use my coworkers but I also don’t want to bring up the fact that I’m applying to other places. How should I handle my references when it comes to applying or interviewing with other companies?

What is the *prime* amount of money to bring you happiness?

Looking for a down vest that’s slim enough to fit under a blazer or top coat, but warm enough for temps at or around freezing. Just looking to layer without looking puffed up.

Any insights on bonus and hike? What should be the expectation considering recession and layoffs?

I am going to start my new job with Big four next week. It is my first time working in big four. I have been working in the boutique public accounting firm for so many years. Any suggestion?

Moving to the city next week and found out that I need to set up internet (obviously 😅). Any tips on how to go about it? How long it’ll take? Never done this before and I work from home/need internet soon when I move in

Hi Fishes,

Any idea, when can we expect mid-year hike in PWC AC Kolkata?

Hi everyone, I am locking for a job change . I have 8+ years of experience in hr generalist for 6 years and 2 years in knowledge management. My current package is 8.2 lakhs and expected is 12 - 15 lakhs, request you to please help me in fi ding a job in your organization

Points wizards - I need some United miles stat. What’s the best conversion point source right now?

Thanks!!

Anyone successfully use the $200 Amex hotel credit? The FHR and hotel collection redemptions are all pretty insane price wise. I’ve heard there are some good deals to be had in Vegas but looking for other options.

Any star alliance status match delta platinum?

Thoughts on Fox Rothschild?

This concept fascinates me & since I saw it on Reddit, I wanted to bring it here. Tell me what your experience has been like :)

Review coming up. Is now an okay time to ask for a raise? Part of me is nervous if I get a raise I’ll be the first to go if layoffs happen with the way things are going right now

I was informed today that my employment would be terminated at a tier-2 consulting firm in Toronto. The reasons for my dismissal are unclear and I would like to get legal advice on the termination agreement and severance package that was offered. Has anyone experienced a similar situation and can refer a good employment lawyer?

Are BAs comparatively safer than Dev’s when it comes to layoffs?

I want to test a theory: I feel like the Internet has turned brands into selfies. Their content isn’t about who they are, but about who they think they are. Basically just validation for themselves.

I’m bad at drawing. Any courses or books ADs or designers recommend to get better.

I think more agencies are embracing the holidays and closing for a full 2 weeks. Anyone else noticing this reversal in typical agency Scroogism?

Anyone have a recommendation for books or resources on upping my sales game? Open to in person class, online class, books, etc!

For those that take on small freelance projects on the side (more consulting/work for small companies, night/weekend hours), is it worth setting up an LLC for that? Do you typically lower your rate for small companies vs what it would be freelancing at a day rate for an agency?

Getting pushed to do account work as a PM is making me want to scream. And the bullshit let's align on PM expectations meetings when I'm doing my job is driving me up the wall. I'm doing my job....YOU aren't.

What big moves/life changes are you guys making in 2020?

Any recommendations for learning about and getting into screenwriting, and taking vague ideas from my head and fleshing then into something more concrete?

Me: I've been working 14 hr days non-stop.
Employer: We've all been working hard. It's a tough time for the industry.
Me: It's not sustainable and I'm burning out. I need help.
Employer: Totally get it. We are understaffed so we need you to be flexible about taking on more responsibilities.
Me: If I'm taking on more responsibilities, would my compensation be able to reflect that increase?
Employer: It's tight this year. Economy/pandemic etc.
Me: I'm leaving.
Employer: *surprised pikachu face*

Hi fishies! Over the past 2.5 weeks I’ve had two interviews with an agency. I thought both interviews went really well, and they said the same. After the first I heard back quickly to schedule the second. Now after the second it’s been a little over week with no follow up on next interview. Is it too early to send a follow-up? Would you follow-up at all?

I just got into reading books, any suggestions to start with? Which could help to increase media/marketing knowledge.

Just read a LinkedIn post from someone who was laid off from Twitter. They mentioned how to had just spent the last week completing projects that should have taken several quarters to do. Then they were let go without a thought. Remember, your company is not your family.

What agencies do you think are the most supportive of women and families? i.e parental leave, work hours, etc

Seattle Design Culture - How much do you hate/love it?

Why would you work as a Creative at any Publicis agency?

Has anyone had a good experience in your career progressing from larger agencies to having senior roles at smaller agencies? I've worked at large NYC and LA creative shops, and now many years into my career, I've had more opportunities at smaller/regional agencies. At first, they welcome your experience with bigger clients and campaigns, but soon enough they want you to align with "how we do things around here" and "we know better" even if their approach has not been particularly successful.

I'm reading this book on boundaries. In the work section it says I should tell my boss that I can't work after 5 PM. Knowing that advertising work commonly goes past 5 PM...would my job be in danger if I said that?
There's not really a rule book that says I must work until the work is done even though it's an unsaid expectation. Thoughts?

Is it just me or does everyone accidentally do something stupid or embarrassing within the first two months at any new job? 😬

I laugh during awkward situations. The other day someone called me out on laughing. It was awkward.

How many Planner-Associate level folks feel as if they’ve had no training or understanding of job role/function in media process? Would love to hear about your experience.