Besides doing good work (if that even matters), what's the secret to getting fast tracked for promotion? Whatever it is, I clearly don't know it.

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Simple. Take classes on public speaking and learn how to “own a room.” I’m serious. This industry rewards the talkers and BS artists who exude false confidence. You master that, you’ll rise faster than you could’ve ever imagined.

The number of terrible creatives and morons I’ve seen rocket to the top over the years is astounding. And it’s 100% because of what I just said.

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Accurate

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Have you tried being conventionally attractive?

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unfortunately your agency has to be able to afford to give you a raise... which is increasingly hard to come by these days. but make sure you're physically tracking your wins and positive feedback. for my last promotion, i made a deck and they got a kick out of it. worth a shot.

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Sometimes it’s just one Creative Director who really advocates, believes in you and can strong arm cross functionally to lift you up.

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This. All it boils down to is if your bosses like you, and if their boss knows/likes you.

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Politics. Get people on your side. Make them fight for what you want. That’s it.

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Change jobs. No seriously, jumping agencies every year or two is the fastest way. I have spent on average two years at every level, and am now getting CD level offers without even being an ACD for a full two years yet.

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That's what I've heard but I kind of hate that that's the main way to get ahead.

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Bring cupcakes.

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Sometimes, the key is knowing how to play the game and kiss ass.

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Think bigger than the job. That is, imagine how you’d do your job if you had the next job. I’m not sure I’m a great ECD but I’m def a better gcd than when I was a gcd.

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Bonus and comp raise %?

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“I’m excited to announce I don’t give a s*** about your new job or promotion” - me 90% of the time on LinkedIn

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what % raise do i ask for...

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Curious what’s a fair salary in MA? Was just told that there is likely not going to be a chance for a raise during my upcoming performance review due to my salary already being “above average for the industry” based on my employer’s questionable research. I’ve been with the company 8.5 years & am the only one in my role, which they can’t operate without. I execute tasks from two investment advisors and two financial planners - they make the decisions of what should happen & I make it happen.

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I have 4.3 YOE currently and I was offered Engr II - Full Stack position in VDSI. But after doing some research it seems Engr II is usually for YOE between 2 and 4. Is this correct? Will there be a problem for me if I take up this position with my YOE?
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What kind of raise would one expect on a normal year, assuming at one performed in the top half or second quartile? Has to be inflation-beating i suppose, but don't have a benchmark since this is my first year.

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What is the average hike provided in Reliance Jio for an employee who is already at market standard and at Manager position. Consider he rated top in a fiscal year with no promotion? Please consider 4 year average while answering if possible.

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How much annual salary increment is there in citiustech?
And if someone is getting promotion then what is the scenario?

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Does pwc AC do mid year promotion this dec? PwC Pwc AC

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