Been in advertising for 12 yrs and at my agency for 4 in LA. I've been able to add to my book at current job. My chat with a big agency regarding a CD gig will likely result in an offer. The acct I'm interviewing for is more challenging, they have done a couple of award-winning work, but no long track record of it. Book pieces aren’t guaranteed.

It's a promotion and a 40% salary jump. Isn't it time to start chasing a bit more money? My book is good, but no major awards. Am I making a mistake?

Can TCS give 14 LPA to a Software Developer having 2.10 years of experience?

I'm almost to the 2 year mark in my role of a SOC Analyst after graduating with a degree in Cybersecurity. During my time here, I've acquired the GCIH certification via a comprehensive SANS course Sec504. I've been applying everywhere but it seems we're in a rough season in tech. I'm new to fishbowl, would anyone here be interested in connecting?

Thank you!

Hi Fishes, need your advise.
I got an offer of 9 LPA and my current CTC is 6.22LPA.
I am confused whether I accept the offer or reject it because now a days there is no calls for interviews.
Please help me.
YOE : 5
Functional tester.

I work as an AGM in a busy restaurant. Been working there for just over a year, and haven't had a single raise. I now only make 0.50 cents more than even the lowest paid shift lead but I am doing a lot more work. I'm no longer satisfied with these conditions. Should I try to negotiate a raise or look for other opportunities?

If I should negotiate, any tips?

How are the hikes at @UBS

After nearly 20 years in the military serving in T&E and HR roles, I’m considering moving on and have been conducting lots of research into consulting. BS, MA, and SPHR cert - no MBA. I’m looking for suggestions or advise about transitioning. DC Metro area is likely landing spot.

Hi, What would be the max CTC can expect from birlasoft if we have counter offer of 11-13 for Python Automation with 4 YOE

Has anyone left healthcare and is now really happy? I’m an MSN, RN with 12 years hospital experience. I’m burned out and tired of making crap pay. I have an opportunity outside of healthcare that would pay more and challenge me in new ways that I haven’t experienced before. It’s a total shift that would really heal my work-life balance, job satisfaction and budget. My only fear is that I would not be using the license and degree that I worked so hard for. I would appreciate any input!!!!

Does anyone have recommendations for thought leaders/influencers in the M&A space? Looking for blogs, books, YouTube videos? Not currently in the space, trying to learn more as I’m thinking about a pivot after a few years in consulting/startups

Hi fishes,
What is the Average annual hike in amex?

Weber folks! At what point do you become eligible for a yearly bonus and how is your bonus determined? Any tie to billable hours?

Which privacy cert would you go for, CIPM or CIPT? Debating which I should test for, since I have competency in both. Which has better ROI for career, or in greater demand in industry?

Currently exploring Accenture ops. Is there a huge divide between Acc federal / commercial work? In regards to pay / interesting work. Is it possible to work cross-sector or switch?

Any advice for studying for the Utah Laws and Rules Exam? It’s the last thing I need to get for my CPA license.

I had a call with a recruiter at BCG towards the end of last week. I went to check the job description for the role on the careers website and it’s not there anymore. Instead it says, “we’re sorry…the job you are trying to apply for has been filled.” Why would the recruiter reach out to me about applying for this role if they were going to fill it so soon? The role is still listed on LinkedIn but when I click apply it takes me to the BCG careers page with the note saying the role has been filled

Salam, given the recent hiring surge at MBB, I'm thinking of applying. I was wondering if someone would be open to chat, I want to learn more about the work and culture at these firms. Thank you

Anyone prepping for the SHRM-CP test? I’m taking a prep course this fall and would love tips or to know if there are any study groups out there!

Hello! I am working as a system engineer in IT side but really want to change my domain to digital marketing. Heard that, in the BPS side there are many projects involving digital marketing. Is there any way I can shift from IT to BPS?

Any suggestions for getting kids to do homework? Sped Math 6th grade high need area - I cannot get these kids to turn in hw. Anyone agree with the idea of allowing class time for HW? I am at a loss

Hii all
I have 3 year of experience. Skill. Java backend developer.
Ibm is offering 13+1.5jb, 6b band application de
I have another offer 15fixed+1.5jb.
Will ibm match the offer letter?
Please reply.
TIA

What's the funniest retail customer story you've ever heard?

ZS London compensation and benefits?

Planning a trip to Austin, young couple looking to move here from DC what neighborhoods should I see and or any thoughts on other cities to visit for the same reason.

Port ops senior associate comp benchmark at mega fund? Anyone have reference points?

Hi all, when do y’all think is a good time to have the “what are we”/“are we exclusive” talk? After how many dates?

Salary range for a 14 year MD in T1 city in M&A/Tax? JD/LLM.

Thx

Any insights on the London Big 4 bonus range for SM (tax)?

Anyone else a bit annoyed with the announcers right now? I get you disagree with the decision to not start the race, but man there was so much rain out there I can’t blame race control. I think it’s Crofty, not 100% sure, but the comments like “that car should have a driver in it going around the circuit right about now” are a bit much for me. Anyone else feel the same or am I just overreacting?

“The best minds of my generation are thinking about how to make people click ads” ~ Facebook data founder.

Is it wrong that we idolize FAANG? Should the govt intervene in business and privacy?

Trying to crowdsource, curious if you add client on LinkedIn at the level below PL? What about at the PL level or above?

Professional assessment tests...

Can anyone recommend online professional assessment tests for profiling personality / aptitudes, rather than for skills?

Or can you share which assessments you've seen private equity firms using most often?

Thaaanks.

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Hello Fishes,

Can somebody please refer me for the following Job ID: req367550 in HoneyWell.

Years of Exp: 3+

Skills: Tableau, SQL, BigQuery, Python, Google sheets

Thank you

If I'm transiting via Hong Kong (trip origin USA), I'm allowed to go see HK stuff during my 20 hour layover right? Indian citizen here and will pre-register on HK immigration, visa not needed. Thanks!

Hi All,
Can anyone give me some insights about the NATWEST group(formerly RBS) project in Accenture gurgaon.
How is the work and the environment and about the management of the project???

What’s the worst review experience you’ve had?

Are student awards important in getting hired at an agency? If so, which ones do agencies tend to look at for student awards?

I am beyond stuck in my first 1.5 years of my career.

I was over promised opportunities at my first gig and then Covid hit. Leading me to have no portfolio worthy pieces from this 💩 agency with nothing great in sight. (place hasn’t won a pitch in my entire time here + lost clients)

I’m juggling re-vamping my site and a side project to hopefully make my book more robust.

With no kind of leadership or mentor, I’m just figuring out how to dig myself out of this hole. Any advice for this chump?

If I’m unhappy should I stay somewhere and see my TV projects through or just start looking for somewhere else? Cool projects but yeah, not really feeling it here anymore

New here, I’m a creative designer and looking to connect with creatives. I’m hoping to land a remote role (or job in nyc) at a creative agency. Feel free to like this, will share the love back, and reach out plz! 🤝

What is the role of an Associate Creative Director who has no Creative Director?

Tips for saving/mocking up social posts of your work once it’s posted? Like is it easier to take a screen grab or what? Sorry I’m not super tech savvy. Haha

Any other designers out there just don’t really have an interest in the “design world”? Meaning if someone asks if they know a big designer out there or a book, you have no clue or have no interest?

I’ve always been comfortable concepting and writing. But when it comes to nitty gritty logistical stuff, I struggle. Like the discussions about aspect ratios, social post timelines, and the nuances of Facebook collection ads.

Can any other writers relate?

Any Deutsch LA CDs out there who wouldn't mind perusing my portfolio? I hear you have some cw openings and I'd absolutely love to work with you and for Karen Costello. DM if so and thank you!

Strategies for getting a job at Wieden + Kennedy:

1. Create a competitive shop that will steal all of their clients in the future, forcing them to acquire you today.
2. Become friends with every person at the agency and have them all refer you on the same day.
3. Just win all of the awards.
4. Start showing up to their office with big ideas, and complain about HR not being able to find you in the system occasionally.

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How do I ask for a role change? I currently work as a designer for a company and when I have down time I work on social media for the company. Social media doesn’t seem to be a huge focus at the moment but there is a lot of potential in the industry. How do I go about asking to run social media full time instead?

Has anyone worked as an AD or CW at knixwear? Would love to know if it’s a solid internal shop with agency-experienced creatives

How would a copywriter transition out of advertising? What are the avenues? Asking for a friend.

That International Women’s Day logo isn’t deserving of the day & the women it celebrates. Can one of the talented women here please give it the love it deserves and re-design it? I would but...🙋‍♂️

I’m essentially partners with a creative director. If we wanted to run off together to another agency, would we be able to go as partners? Or does my title & small experience sample hamstring us both?

What are some good memoirs by men who were never loved by their father? I gotta get into the mind of our client.

Starting a new job on Monday. Last time I did this I was a nervous junior with zero clue. Any tips on what I should be doing besides basic onboarding? 1:1s with the CCO? Seeing materials for the brands I’ll be working on? Anything else?

Freelancing for the first time after 2 years at an agency. What is an appropriate hourly and day rate for a designer in NYC? Starting to think mine is too low.