Dentsu Creative has “paused” annual salary reviews essentially 3 years in a row.

There is absolutely no reason to work hard here, or even join because there’s no upward mobility and you’ll be underpaid.

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It’s hard to stay optimistic about working at Dentsu when every Town Hall opens with a 15 minute breakdown on how and why we’re losing money. Appreciate the transparency but it’s not encouraging.

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Funny, because I know quite a few folks at Dentsu who have had raises and promotions in the last 3 years. (They’re all a** kissers that “manage” people instead of actually creating any work product)

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It’s “funny” because it’s clear your manager is lying to you and keeping the promotion budget to his or herself. I’m on your side, bro.

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These huge, top heavy agencies are such a fking joke. A money sucker, the people suffer while those on top make millions. Of course they aren’t in a rush to even things out when they’re benefiting from it.

They also aren’t in a rush to change it because they think those who are unhappy can/should leave, making room for fresh talent. At least that’s what is going on on a team level.

Is there salary transparency? Serious question. People need to be held accountable.

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This was a few years back, when I was at Hill Holliday under IPG at the time and it was shared with us directly when they were doing salary adjustments after assessing there was pay inequity. Maybe reach out to HR to ask?

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same at my place. i just work a commensurate amount and bide time

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i work at Dentsu. i'm right behind you

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This entire thread mirrors things happening at BBDO.

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What is “energy”?

Until the ad industry starts going on strike like the writers guild you’re going to keep getting stepped on. As children complaining on the internet got so old a few years ago.

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All the creatives in all industries. Ever since I read Rise of the creative class i’ve been waiting for this.

Given all your postings on the subject, I'm surprised you are still there.

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At least you have WFH?

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That’s even more of a reason they should pay more… they don’t pay for offices nor equipment etc. it’s a huge money saver on their end not a favor to employees 🙃

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I feel that way about here at VML.

VML def has been giving raises and promotions…. So….

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