Edelman promises no COVID-related layoffs:

Am I more or less likely to be laid off if the economy tanks even more if I just started as an analyst two months ago

Considering a boomerang back to M&A consulting but don't want the 80% travel. What are you all's firm's expectations for travel post-COVID?

So why do company merges result in mass layoffs?

Moving from T2 to McKinsey. How do vacation requests work? I have family and friends getting married this fall in weddings delayed because of covid, but I’ll just have started so wanted to get a sense of how realistic taking vacation this fall would be and how to approach taking it (e.g. mention to HR, staffing). TIA!

Has anyone made the move from a modern vehicle to buying something older and less practical due to their decreased commute or need for a vehicle due to covid? If so, what’d you get and are you happy with the decision?

One of my relatives just asked me if turmeric will defend against Covid...noooooo

Constantly worried I’m going to get fired because I don’t know where I stand at my mid sized law firm (second year associate).

If you get fired due to performance issues can you still file for unemployment? If so, will you get enough money for rent and food?

Anyone else frustrated by colleagues abusing WFH? I was hoping COVID would show that we’re capable of working from home as an option, but partners are getting annoyed that people are doing things like grocery shopping and getting their oil changed in the middle of the workday.

What’s the most diabolical exit you or a colleague has had from a company? For context, I’m not talking necessarily on bad terms - just a savage exit that’s all

How do you manage layoff at high ctc. I have been laid off effective from today. How do you manage the situation.

My last drawn is 37L per annum. What would be my career projections from now?

Any tips/tricks for running a collaborative brand workshop with some people in-person and other people dialed-in remotely? Need a coronavirus backup plan if some clients can’t travel...

Has anyone been able to negotiate anything extra or terms when being laid off?

Hi Partners

Wondering if there is a risk of layoff/asked to leave, even after becoming a partner?

Also, did you have any fear of not achieving sales targets when you became a partner?

Thanks

FX & Treasury Sales Job at a bank in India

I work at an US bank in a middle office role in India but I’m not liking it much because it’s process oriented. Now I’m getting an offer from an Indian based bank for the Treasury and FX sales role but I’m so confused about the job security and targets. My questions are below:

1) Will I be asked to work for 12 hours?
2) Will I be given targets and if I don’t meet it, will I be fired or something?

Anyone think Salesforce will have layoffs in the near future?

Can anyone recommend a good laptop for WFH Equity Research SA, preferably with i7 and 16gb RAM minimum?

Which in-house/brand side places in MN have decent creative opportunities?

Hello folks,

How does everyone save tax
I'm aware about 80C, nps and home loan interest.

Anything else?

now that it’s getting cold - who puts sweaters on their dogs to keep them warm ?

Is anyone going for Fall 22 2-year full time MBA worried about graduating into a recession? Or am I overthinking this? Currently in pharma/biotech hoping to pivot to LuxRet which will definitely be hit if a recession slides through.

Has optum called employees back mandatorily?

Hi all! Could anyone help provide some insight into how good the maternity leave policy is at EY? Thank you 🙏🏻

What are the perks in PWC?

Thinking having a 24’ HD and a 28’ 4K monitor setup. Is 4K for excel not necessary? How about 28’ monitors?

I’m currently a consultant in the financial services space and have 2 years of experience.I am looking to exit and really interested in CRE but don’t want to start at an entry level position or take a pay cut. Does anyone have suggestions on the best way to do this? Or know of any real estate consulting firms that are worth applying to?

Please DM me if you want a referral for a Developer or Front-End Engineering role at Efficio (Top Procurement & Supply Chain consulting firm). The more senior the better.

Please let me know if any opportunity for Noida location.
Skill: Java / Springboot.
Yoe: 9+
Notice Period: 35 days

What’s everyone’s best hangover cure? I definitely overdid it last night. Thank you in advance!

What the hell.... new office Chicago and you already have to change things up???

Need suggestions please.

I’m a breast feeding momma trying to find a wfh because pumping at work is too much. So for right now I’m working as a banker looking to work at a fintech company. Doing something in operations or finance. I have about four years of banking experience and three years sales. Any suggestions of fintech companies or what positions I should be looking into?

Looking for any communication roles. 10+ years of experience in public (local and federal government consulting) and private sector. Either remote/hybrid, or in the DC metro area. Thanks!

Curious to know people’s thoughts, advice and POV for a Communications Strategist at a creative agency vs a media agency?

Is anyone else having the worst time switching jobs? I’ve been applying for a year and haven’t gotten any job offers even though I get interviews. If anyone knows of a headhunter I could reach out to though I’d be so appreciative! I’m so frustrated….

Anyone work at an agency that doesn’t recognize titles? How does it work? How do you foster growth, recognition and satisfaction? Pros/cons associated with prioritizing function over seniority? Would love any thoughts!

What’s the culture like at H+K? I get the impression that it’s a lot more up tight than other big agencies. I get old school, suited up, lobbying type PR vibes but I could be wrong.

Anyone have recommendations on how to switch to a client side role in a different city/part of the country? I'm still fairly junior with a few years under my belt but I've always targeted this specific company as my "dream company" and feel now is the time to try to make a move before a) being called back to the office and b) while the job market is hot. It would be a big move geographically but I'm worried me being far away will knock me out of the running despite qualifications. Any advice?

Getting ready to go freelance after a decade doing corp comms in agencies. Looking for guidance or good resources on how to determine my hourly rate. Any solo practitioners got advice? I am nervous about underselling myself.

Hi all- curious if anyone can speak to life at LifeSci Comms in NY? Appreciate any insight!

I might be transitioning from HR to Corporate Comms. Any recommendations for classes/courses/certificates/mentors to strengthen my knowledge in this new field I could be entering? The role will be more focused on Internal Comms but requiring experience in strategy.

Does your brand use the Oxford comma?

Curious what other junior associates at PR agencies are making off the bat? I earned my master’s degree last year and accepted a JA role for $36K. Recently, my salary was adjusted to $40K due to having been on the lower end of the pay spectrum for my role. Wondering if my new salary is more aligned with others at my level.

Since graduating college in May 2019 I’ve worked at agencies. I know I want to be in house one day and was recently recruited for an in house position. Worth making the move or does it make sense to stay at an agency for a couple more years to have more in house options available to me?

Anyone heard of the Strategic Comms divison under FTI CONSULTING? Is it good? And would employers usually pick people from big agencies like Edelman/ Weber/ H&K or FTI?

Hello all, for those working in an agency. I wanted to see what your typical client workload is? I’ve been in my role for about a year but the workload has changed dramatically without hiring help.

Can you please share:
- the number of accounts you manage
- how many support staff you have on those accounts
- how many active pitches you send per month for those clients on average

Thanks all!

When you have a client with little to no name recognition, what are your best tips (besides a good pitch/story) for getting on reporters’ radars?

Feeling a little lost in my new role as program manager. Any advice or recs?

Candid thoughts on the Ogilvy LA office?