Considering taking a Jr CW job in pharma in NYC after being on the job hunt for 9 months. I’m terrified of getting stuck, but I also want to switch to brand strategy. Chances of escaping if I hate it?

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You can always try something and quit. This ain’t Russia. Yet

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Take the paycheck then figure it out 💸

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Def take it so you can get your foot in the door of the industry, then figure out the path you want to make for yourself once in! Started in media to get in the industry, climbed that ladder a bit and now going to creative brand strategy which was my goal from the jump - so a switch is doable!

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If you want to make the jump out, just start freelancing CPG or branding, Finance or whatever else you want. You’ll be fine!

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The work-life balance is certainly better.

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You won’t get stuck unless you want to get stuck. Take the Pharma job, pay your bills, and work like mad on your book in your spare time. Find an aspiring and ambitious junior AD to partner with on spec work. Then go land your next job where you want to be.

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