Genuine question—are there any agencies that are actually doing well at the moment?

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Considering it feels nearly impossible to get hired at one for the last 2 years (and having 5+ years of exp with big clients), I’d say yeah.

I’ve made it to offer round 3 times at different agencies and then they’ve said some variation of “Oof, actually we don’t have the budget anymore.”
Then why tf are you looking for workers??

their job listing feel performative to look like they’re doing well.

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Nope at Omnicom

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Publicis is doing very well right now.

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I run a mid-sized PR and strategic comms firm - about 100 people. Fully remote. We’re doing great.

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Not that I'm hearing

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Ogilvy?

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From Google:

Several PR agencies are experiencing strong growth and are considered leading firms in the industry. Among the top-ranked agencies are Dolphin, Ruder Finn, Vested, Global Strategy Group, and Finn Partners. Other consistently well-regarded agencies include Edelman, Weber Shandwick, and Ketchum. These agencies are known for their expertise, client base, and consistent awards and recognition.
Here's a more detailed look at some of the top-performing agencies:
Dolphin: Dolphin is experiencing rapid growth, with revenue increasing 24.5% year-over-year in Q3 2024.
Ruder Finn: Recognized as one of PRWeek's Best Places to Work.
Vested: Known for its strong work in the tech and climate sectors.
Global Strategy Group (GSG): GSG was the 2024 PR Power List agency of the year.
Finn Partners: Finn Partners is one of the fastest-growing independent global agencies.
Edelman: Edelman is consistently ranked as one of the top PR agencies worldwide, with a strong focus on global communications.
Weber Shandwick: A global leader in PR and communications, known for high-impact campaigns.
Ketchum: A large, global agency with a strong reputation for its public relations and communications services.

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