At my current agency 6 mos and realized I’m burnt out on ad. My coworker’s wife started at what sounds like my dream job a few months ago. Is it okay to ask for an informational interview through him?

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I don’t see why not?

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What’s the dream job? Just curious

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CUZ ME AND SD1 GONNA STEAL IT

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^ditto

TELL US

Well, dream job for me.. at a very well known newish skincare brand based in NYC.

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