Directors of strategy and above, do you already implement AI in your work?

If so, how deeply are you using AI? Is everyone in your department using it? Does it help with any processes?

Im a third year and my current firm isn't bad and I'm pretty comfortable here. Im satisfied most of the time. There is one firm I've been keeping my eyes on because of its similarities to where I currently am (nice people, similar hours, culture).

Im a bit burned out now and I would love to take a long break. I'm hoping I can take a break (2 months) between the transition but is this a good reason to move though? Would you move in my situation? Im sure there will be a signing bonus.

Does BOA provide welcome kit to new joiners?
If yes, what's that?

Is it common for a midlevel to gossip with a first year about another first year’s work? Is it common for midlevels to trash juniors amongst themselves? I think my office is hella toxic

What provider does BDO use for its 401k plan? (Fidelity, Vanguard etc.)

If you aren’t straight, was there a public figure that made you realize this? My first memorable girl crush was Nigella Lawson, a British celebrity chef nearly twice my age.

What is advance monthly performance bonus in hcl ?
Is this variable component only ?
In offer letter it is mentioned that it will be" restricted for first year of employment " what does it mean

I cleared all my rounds for 2.2 level and shared all my documents on the link HR shared. It's been two weeks and the offer letter is not generated. The HR keeps telling me to wait until Friday and then postpones to next week. Can anyone help me understand this?

What is everyone’s thoughts about Hilton? Just got asked to interview

Hi everyone,

I'm going for a role for Account Director and have gone through the interviews with the head of accounts, BD as well as the ECD's. I received the following email at the end of the day:

"You are one of two candidates in the final round.

One thing we haven’t spoken about are your salary expectations. Could you have a think and let me know early next week as well as your employment status (residency permit)."

What would be the best way to answer this response? Appreciate the help

Do folks here have life insurance policy in the US other than those offered by Employer ? Should we get one if on visa ?

How does one tell their boss (owner of the company) that you are burnt out? The sheer volume of work is exhausting and I haven’t taken a true vacation as we are a small company so if something urgent comes to my email I feel like I must respond. I was given an additional title and more responsibilities last year as well but only a 3% raise for it.

What is the average L4 customer engineer TC for Austin, Texas?

I have a interview with Qualcomm for Embedded firmware development. Can someone suggest the interview rounds and expected areas for the interview. I am purely into automotive domain and the opportunity is totally new.

Also please leave a heart so that I can dm others for referrals

I have a friend who was let go a few months into his first job after college (reason: the manager felt like he wasn't grasping the training content to the level that was expected). He's worried about if he should put the experience on his resume anyway, if he does will recruiters ask why he had such a short time at this place, and what will recruiters think if he explains he was let go. What are some things recruiters expect from candidates in this situation to continue considering them?

I m working at BA continuum as software Engineer ii b, my experience is 6 yrs and I joined here in Feb 2022. is this the correct band for 6 yrs exp ? what's the difference between s/w engg 2 A and 2B wen will I be eligible for 2a?

When Continnum BA, Chennai office is planning to call staff office who is currently WFH ?

Looking to move to Dallas with 4+ years experience. What are the overall best agencies in town? Anyone have any leads for open SAE or AS positions?

Please help me to get 11 likes.

Starting to think about making the switch from agency to brand side. Any tips from strategists who have already made the jump? And is there a level at which it makes the most sense (i.e. should I wait until I make Director and then make the switch, or does it not really matter)?

Hi all,

I am a freelance strategist (mid-level), and I am looking for projects that I can support.
I can work remotely, and I appreciate any leads.
Thanks!

At what point do you feel it is necessary to trademark a product or new tagline?

Has anyone ever worked with Mark Pollard or Julian Cole? Are they as great as they seem?

If some of the key creative leaders in your agency are actively advocating against recommending our clients take action for George Floyd or Black Lives Matter, what would you recommend doing?

What’s is like going from social strategy to brand strategy? Advice for making that career jump?

Hi! I’m an account coordinator looking to make the jump to strategy (at some point.) Has anybody made that jump/does anyone have advice? Thanks! 😊

Any digital engagement strategists on here with app experience? I'm looking for some temp-to-perm candidates. DM me.

Are cover letters needed for non-creative (media buying, planning, or strategy) jobs?

Have any strategists made the move over to consulting or client-side as a brand manager? Curious about your experience/why you made the move...

Looking to bring on a experiential marketing specialist (FT) with 5 years of experience - any idea of the average salary range for such position these days?

Any good books for someone trying to understand the business side of marketing? Just got my review an they're asking I bring more of that MBA mindset to projects I'm on.

What’s a good amount of time to be at the senior planner level?

Brand planners, how much time do you typically get when you’re on a new account writing a brief for a new integrated campaign? Do you find yourself having to negotiate/push back with account folks so you have the time to do it properly? Curious with shortening timelines these days how long you all have to think about a brand brief.

I’m a senior planner leading one brand and there’s a new strategist on the team working on a sister brand. They’ve been asking for every strategy deck I’ve made on that brand as an example to go by to inform the thinking/flow on the sister brand. Also because I mentioned it went well with client when they ask. All for sharing thinking w/ the team & I know we feel imposter syndrome to varying degrees, but I also feel like it’s good for planners to find their own voice/style/flow. Thoughts?

Top agencies to complete an internship in Detroit area?

Is associate and junior the same? If not, what's the difference?

What brands are you really into at the moment? Would be great to think about and be inspired by those doing a great job!