Have you ever taken a downgrade in title to get better experience?

I almost wonder if I jumped to Senior too quick and now when I apply to other agencies and don’t hear back, I wonder if I don’t have the experience to justify the title.

As long as I’m not losing money salary-wise, does it make sense to apply for AD roles to get more experience somewhere else?

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Honestly the only difference I’ve seen between strong juniors, mids and seniors is salary, not title. Hope that gives some insight as to what my advice would be.

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Different agencies have different scales and levels of title inflation. A larger, more reputable agency or an agency with a focus area that aligns with your goals shouldn't be seen as a step down

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I did once before becoming senior and instantly regretted it. Pay cuts are tough

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I would try to avoid a pay cut, just mostly title. Ex: applying for AD roles, making sure my salary stays roughly the same

Just did it. Don’t do it. Only time this conversation with yourself matters is when you’re transitioning from a “doing the work” role to a “managing those who do the work” role. Just make sure before you move to managing, you feel good about the breadth of your experience and are more excited to mentor than create.

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Thanks for the tip!

I went from single to married. Lamer title but the experience been great.

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I don’t think experience matters as much as your book does.

By experience, I mean my book

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