can i turn down working on a new business pitch if i hate the new business

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I wouldn’t. Def not as a junior lol

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Frankly, not if you like being employed. There are hundreds of creatives who would be happy to replace you. Set your personal feelings aside and remember it's just business.

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Sometimes hating the brand leads to the best ideas.

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Unless it’s a morality thing like selling tobacco to children, you’re not likely to get away with it as a junior. They will definitely make note of it for future opportunities.

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Work on the pitch. If you really hate the client you can make a case for not being but on the client if you win it.

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here for u in solidarity 🩷

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You can certainly try

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Morals are OUT buddy

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I personally always take into consideration if anyone is morally conflicted with what they’re being asked to do.

But if you don’t like working on Hershey’s because you prefer Cadbury, then… well. Get to work, friend.

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Yes. Give it to an a freelancer who would do it.

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Go with your gut. That’s the best you can do

Curious. What don’t you like about it?

Do it.

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