Damn 5pm news dump https://adage.com/agencies/aa-mccann-world-group-layoffs-leaders-resign/?utm_source=breaking-news&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20250425

My current company is “taking me off payroll” but instead of laying me off or firing me, are fully expecting me to take up an hourly contractor position for $30/hour with no specified time or guarantee of hours. How do I respectfully tell them no?

Anybody selected at an architect level in LTIindtree/LNT Infotech ?

Hi people..
While transfering pf online from epfo portal.. Otp not coming to my mobile number(tried multiple times)
Can someone help if we have any other way of doing the same.

Anyone refer for java 6 years experience for ford? Lwd 22 aug

Is FDD in big 4 actively recurring senior associate? My raise at KPMG was low, so I am thinking about jump

Hello!
I’m a student majoring in Software Engineering. I’m starting my third year in a few months and have an internship where I’m learning more about working with an actual team on real-world projects. However, I feel like I need to do more to stand out and have a stronger software background. Anyone have any tips or suggestions for what I should do on my own time to strengthen my skills?

My coworker tried to tell me that react is an API….

Which tv show best exemplifies your work or office experience?

How do you guys study for certifications? I feel so distracted

Let’s say I have an offer for an entry level position at a Tier 2 firm.. and I am currently a second year consultant at Accenture. Would it be worth it to move?

Hi Folks
How many rounds of interview conducted at Oracle for SeniorSystem Administrator position?
I have cleared first round . But they are telling there are other rounds too. I am curious please clarify if anyone from Oracle or recently joined .

What is the average salary of a Senior 1?

Any idea of average salary of Analyst (grade 3) at EY GDS?
Process: Tax (transfer pricing)
YOE: 2

Is it normal for senior managers to ask you to cancel leaves or to nit apply leaves in EY GDS? My manager told in all hands meeting yesterday to not apply leaves during tear end. Won’t this become a hr issue?

Hello,

I got selected for S&P platts, can someone please give review about that?

Hi guys,
I can see that CGI is hiring senior IIB developer. Can anyone please refer me for this position. Will DM the details.

Thanks in advance.

I think I need to give up on finding a natural deodorant that actually works.

I’ve tried Native, Dove 0%, Kopari, Toms, Crystal, Secret Aluminum Free. Curie gave me a horrible reaction because of my sensitivity to baking soda.

Anyone else struggle to switch to natural? Find anything that finally worked?

How long did you stay at your first job?
And what made you change places?

How many agencies give cost of living/yearly raises vs just a “yearly bonus” ?

Can ya guess which one Barkley is?

Just got promoted to ACD. Will be taking on more leadership roles. Any books, workshops, resources that helped you learn leadership skills?

Thank you all for existing on Fishbowl and for being such a supportive community. It’s been a difficult year, but at the end of the day, I’m glad to have people to commiserate/celebrate with ❤️🙂❤️

Without asking or confirming, account lead booked an in-person client meeting that requires travel. Who books ~any~ major client meeting without first checking with the team ?

Media arts lab. What does everyone think about it? Culture/work life etc?

These are unprecedented times. One day I’ll look back and tell my grandkids how *I* thought of the social media execution for my agency and saved the world.

Who has more earning potential: Creatives or Producers? Talking about two aspects: mid-career salary and lifetime earning potential? I feel like producers peak earlier but creatives have higher max?

If you're in need of a junior writer with cojones hit me up!

I’m bored in an airport. Vowed not to bring my laptop and my flight is delayed 2 hours. Can we spark a controversial thread? Post your unpopular opinions below!

Why are Product Design portfolios so boring? Has anyone seen a good one lately?

If one more ECD tells me to think of ways to hack social platforms, I'm going to go insane.

How did your agency handle layoffs? All-agency meeting before they started? After they ended? Both?

Kinda sorta trying to predict if I’m losing my job tomorrow.

Dear KBS, today we received 17 all agency emails. Yesterday it was 20. Surely upper management has a better way to use their time. Make it stop. Love, KBS

Do you think independent agencies will be in better shape to handle COVID-related client budget reductions and/or losses?

Or does it not matter and layoffs are equal across the board?

Just got laid off do I need cobra? I plan to hopefully have a job soon

Freelancers -- what health insurance do you guys use? I really need to leave my current place but it's hard to find another gig that isn't freelance to full time. But I also need health insurance.

Why do people in this industry say "like" so much? It makes it annoying to, like, walk around the building and listen