Figured this is the best place for this Ancestry conversation: https://joinfishbowl.com/post_00jlpi

Rather than fume about the usual, let’s try this: imagine the brief and what you’d have done differently if you were in the room

💡Fishbowl would be 100x more interesting and damaging if we could review and rate our colleagues (current and former). Who's willing to make THAT app?

153 unique agencies in this bowl. Wonder how many individuals? Feeling pretty genius given that I created it. 🙌. Now, anyone hiring strategists?

I’m a newer registered nurse (2 years) and want to get into remote work. I keep getting denied due to lack of experience but to even get the job I have now (case manager) the company knew one of my family members and they gave me a chance to interview because of that. For these remote companies where I don’t have connections how can I transition over?

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Wondering what other high paying (6 figure) jobs might be out there that have the same level of intellectual stimulation as consulting without all of the schmoozing and social obligations. Any ideas?

Went in to check compare sizes for an Aqua Terra (green dial) but now torn between that and Moonwatch Sapphire (manual wind but the case in the back is just 😍)

Surprisingly the Moonwatch felt smaller (even though it’s 42mm vs 41mm Aqua terra) but I’m not sure about the manual wind tbh - worried I’d break it

This is going to be my main watch for the next 20+ years so I want to make sure I pick correctly!

What would you pick and why?

My ideal presidential ticket at this moment is Adam Kinzinger/Kyrsten Sinema, and that’s why I have no political home

Best way to go about getting contract work for new solo/startup? Should I just ask around the area for people doing that type of work and see if they have anything?

Any contract family law attorneys in Kentucky?

what's the average compensation package for L4 MLE in Kitchener Waterloo?

Got a GRE score of 320 (162V 158Q). Did my masters from A&M (full scholarship, 3.8 GPA, journal publications. Have been working as a consultant for a small tech consulting firm for the past 1 year and was considering a MBA + Law or Public Policy masters dual degree program. My scores are still valid for atleast 1 year. Aiming for M7 or Oxbridge in Europe. Would using this GRE score be realistic for the school given I've just 1 YOE and my quant was lower. I'm an ORM International student fyi

How can I get my hands on the "off-white" Virgil Abloh line of sneakers for a decent price ?

Hi Fishes,
Is anyone getting calls from naukri for java and Springboot roles?
My yoe: 2.8
Or hiring is slowed down due to current situation?
Please let me know

What's with companies charging full fees for diminished benefits? I'm a bit annoyed about being charged in full for my Marriott card annual fee and Amazon Prime mebership

I’ve been noticing an uptick in job postings for partner roles at national and regional firms. Anyone else seeing the same thing?

How useful do you find bitcointalk to be?

Previous GSAPers how were you notified? Phone?

Dear Nappily Ever After,
No one has an office, much less an assistant. Creative and account are different jobs with their own dress codes. But dumb, off brief ideas by white creatives do win.

Anyone else hearing from multiple WOC who had their Times Up RSVPs cancelled after the fact?

Is there any industry recognition for poc creatives the way adage and others recognize creatives?

The more I work in advertising, the more apparent that majority of companies (and my own colleagues) don’t know how to reach consumers like me. It’s absolutely tragic. (Cont’d)

Anyone good marketing books recommendations or online certifications?

How painful was it to watch the situation in Charlottesville? I'm beginning to think that hatred is a unending part of American culture. No solution. No kumbaya. Just is what it is.

First time working with a celebrity for one of our campaigns. Anyone have any tips or advice? A little nervous here 😅

Do you have a mentor? I’m in the autumn of my career and I’ve had a  modicum of success in production and it’s time to give back.

I am a Sr. Designer in DC looking for a position as an Art Director with experience in brand strategy, alignment, print, motion & digital design. Interested in all openings. Thanks!

What’s an appropriate rate to charge per word for a publication like VentureBeat or TechCrunch?

We’re hiring on our media & connections team. Various levels. If you’re looking to make a jump from a traditional media agency or a strategist who wants to get closer to both media and creative. Lmk.

Anybody struggle with imposter syndrome as a minority? How and why? Need some coping strategies man.

Transparent moment: I,recently,was laid-off a week ago. At this point compensation and work culture are the only things I’m looking at. I don’t want to compromise my mental health and I don’t want to work somewhere that is super fast paced. How can you tell if a team has a burn out culture?

Happy Black History Everyone, let's make this a truly historic month!!

The “Pour one out for the L train” ads by Kombucha are part of the problem... cont

I have a friend looking for a graphic designer that can build her a style guide. Anyone have any recommendations?

Please send websites as well.


Thanks

We might be receiving stipends for professional development, I would like to use it towards a conference, which are some good ones to consider?

What are some good resources you use to expand your skill sets and stay knowledgeable?

Context: I did a career switch from finance into marketing and am constantly looking for ways to improve and learn more