Has anyone ever worked in investment? I’m coming over from investment side and I’m so much happier in strat + planning for so many reasons.

Moving to New York as a new analyst. What neighborhoods should I look at/how much should I expect to spend in rent?

I’m looking make a transition internally but fear the comp will not be competitive as if I was an external candidate. Any suggestions to negotiate?

What's the hiring process like for a littler case smart attorney? Is it easier to get a case smart position compared to an associate position? Not that I want to be an associate there, but just trying to see if I have a solid chance.

Any staple brands for a first year analyst’s wardrobe?

Looking for a summer sublet from June till mid or end of August - ideally a furnished 1B1B - open for Manhattan and Brooklyn/Williamsburg; ideally between 2.8-3K per month

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Hello all! I am looking for a job in finance/investments, but I’m having trouble attracting attention from employers. I have a finance degree from UGA, but all of my experience (3.5 years) is in sales (tech and real estate), so no relevant internships unfortunately. Any advice on how to market myself better and where I should be looking would be greatly appreciated!

If everything is “asap”, nothing is “asap”

How is EY-Parthenon perceived for life science / pharma work? My understanding is that they do primarily due diligence work, but do people from there have good exits into pharma?

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My respect for Lewis just went a notch up, what a drive in those conditions and still manages to get maximum out of that car

I HATE the term ‘snackable content’. It just makes me angry! My content should be a damn steak dinner.

Does anyone have a good lead on where to find research backed customer journeys? Either generic for an industry (like restaurant) or for major players in an industry (like chili's). I am fairly new to planning, and this keeps coming up as something and that would be helpful.
Thank you!

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

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?

Curiosity fuels strategists. What are you currently curious about that you believe could help you be better at your job as a strategist?

What’s the word on Ace Metrix? Pros, cons? Every tool has them. More and more of my clients are using it... both for creative pre testing and measurement.

(Strategic/brand planning) Making the move from Associate Director to Director: what do you consider the major differences between the two posts? Responsibilities, expectations, qualifications, etc.

Anyone have any good diversity training resources?

Starting my own freelance consulting gig, specializing in content strategy and CX. In a nutshell, I want to make content management easier and architect customer experiences. What can I do to help?

Developing an outbound marketing strategy for product marketing teams. Best ESPs specifically for outbound emails? Currently used HubSpot for inbound.

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

Fishies, what do we think the brand strategist and strategy department of the future looks like? What are the table stakes skills, and what are the must have roles? What’s changed?

What are resources to become a better strategist?

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)?

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.

How are salaries in Montreal for planners?

You're seen as a"job hopper" and decide no matter what, you're committing to this new job for at least two years. feeling super dedicated no matter what. Then they start making you do illegal sht.

Planning director vs strategy director. Whats the diff? Is there a diff?

I feel like a planning director wouldnt know how to manage digital strgy while a strgy dir would be much more well rounded

I’m honestly tired of being at an agency and not feeling as fulfilled as I used with strategy as a career. Have anyone here make a career change? if so, what other jobs out there - outside of agencies and client side - can you apply what you know as a strategist? Curious if anyone has done it and has some advice.