Hey! Are there any art directors willing to chat over zoom? I’m a recent grad and I need some advice about jump starting !

What is the best resource to learn JavaScript? Currently using freecodecamp and getting those certs

How useful is a CPA license in finding a non-accounting job? Eventually I want to go into more of a financial analyst role but tbh I’m curious about what most people leave auditing to go into. I’m open to anything.

EYP and Strategy& fishes, what sort of work do you do in the Life Sciences space (specifically Big Pharma)? And what sort of exits into industry have you seen your former colleagues make?

GTM strategy exit - rank AWS, meta, delivery hero or docusign? Why?

Giving my notice this week. It’s going to seem very out of the blue as I am a first year associate. I’m leaving to go into a different career path completely. The people are great but I’m just looking for something different. Any advice?

Those of you that have successfully pivoted: What did you do, what are you doing now, and how are you enjoying your new role?

Any insights you can share based on your experience?

MBB folks, I’m a Product Manager (non-tech company) and interested in working at MBB.

Which level/role does MBB can offer me ?

What are some exit opps (not IB) for a S2 in FDD, and what would comp look like for a medium-low cost of living city?

For those of you who made the switch to in house/corporate law, what was your experience like? Did you have to take a lower position to gain the experience or were you able to argue that your soft skills were transferable to in house? I’ve been in litigation for 15 years and I’m looking to make the switch. Ultimately, I’d like to get into Legal Ops, but feel getting some in house experience first would be beneficial.

One of the reasons I want to transition from industry to consulting (tier 1) is that I get frustrated when I have to collaborate with mediocre people. My assumption is that Tier 1 consulting firms hire really sharp people and if I can get in, I’ll be collaborating with folks on top of their game (not expecting much from clients). I’m aware there are personal aspects I need to work on like my mindset, patience etc etc, but I just get so frustrated with blatant stupidity.

I’m currently Working in Healthcare IT as a Project Manager. Thinking of transitioning into healthcare consulting. What are your tips on this with regards to companies, options and challenges

CRO companies as an exit? Yes or no?

How did you go about finding a therapist and/or coach to support you in your career transition? What value did they add, what would you do same/different if you had the time again and any other tips?

Anyone free to chat about getting into healthcare law?

New to Fishbowl, currently working on a career pivot! I graduated in May with my MBA and have experience as a Director of Operations as well as recruiting and HR experience. I am looking to move more into Change/Project Management or Director of People Operations roles. I have been at the application game now for two months with only two interviews and over 20 applications sent out each week. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!! Feeing a little defeated over here. Thank you!

I've been a government attorney for nearly three years now and have worked in the same office/division since I passed the bar. I've yet to receive a promotion other than two cost of living increases (in sum, a pay increase of 6k over 3 years). I know this is meager, but I'm mostly ok with it, I just want to see some recognition. On the other hand, it's hard for me to imagine negotiating because (given my inexperience), I don't feel I'd be able to do better anywhere else. Any advice?

For those working in FDD - what is the best exit you've seen someone make? I've seen a handful make it to actual front office PE but it's rare and mostly only happens in non-major cities at boutiques

My HR rep told me that to apply for your CPA license in MA you only need 1 year of work experience, not 2009 billable hours. Didn't sound right- can anyone confirm/deny?

Question from a newbie consultant - What are some good online courses/ books to improve consulting skills?

Got an offer for "Insights Factory" team at Senior Associate level in PwC AC Bangalore with 3.5 years of work experience. Got an offer of 18.7 with my previous being 12. Am I being low balled here?

Need inputs from PwC AC Bangalore folks.
Profile: MBA from Tier 2 college.

Also inputs about "Insights Factory" team would be helpful. Name Sounds bit cheesy.

Have an interview with Sixth Street Partners and coming from consulting. Any idea what to expect?

What is Level 8 salary range ? Sadly I am feeling I'm underpaid, if anyone can please share for Pune location it would be helpful.

Hey CG
I joined Altran and recently the emails have been migrated to Capgemini. I haven't received any credentials to login to Capgemini Outlook. Please provide me any number or email id for the addressing the same. Any help is appreciated 😊

I am Currently working as QA should I do Salesforce adminstration certification for job switch in Salesforce technology as a QA?

Anyone ever bought two adjoining townhouses and knocked down some of the non-load bearing walls between them to combine them into one bigger home? Ones you own of course, not rent, and assuming local town and HOA rules allow for it. Thank you!

What is the name of the credit card that gives you United PQM for each dollar spent?

Pre-tax 401(k) or after-tax...thoughts?

I started a new job recently and then had my PTSD seriously triggered, plus a panic attack. Felt so on edge and low on emotional resources for over a week that I wasn’t myself and apparently really rubbed a few people the wrong way so I was called in for a talking to 😣. I let people know there were some personal things going on, but didn’t mention the PTSD—very unsure if that’s something to share, or if I’d be judged for it or... I don’t even know. Has anyone else dealt with PTSD and had it impact them at work, and how did you handle it?

Does anyone have a list of the things (food, drink, other OTC meds) that make adderall less effective? I know I can simple google search and ask my doctor but want to hear other peoples thoughts…I love drinking my coffee to wake me up in the morning but I’m afraid it’s making my meds less bc of its acidic nature 😵

Mental health is busy, looking for tips to help manage tasks, currently I supervise 12 therapists in 3 different departments that are all different with unique dynamics in each dept. I still carry a small caseload on top of this. I'm struggling with my patients and worry I am not giving them my best, I wax and wane between focusing on patients and therapists. Looking for advice navigating this type od conversation with my leadership, we have all been asked to work on increase billable time...

Any good ETFs to invest Roth into?

I'b be working closely with CEO on b2b marketing of our product. Any inputs on b2b marketing from PMs? Fundamentals?

What are your favorite things about living here?

Guys how is HCL in SAP consulting. Got offer from HCL which is around 30% hike over my current CTC . Is it worth to shift. And yes money is one of my key motivation

There are many openings for SAP consultants at EY GDS .
DM me if interested.

Hi Fishes,

I have 7+ YOE as a SAP Functional consultant. I am trying to learn and switch in SAP BTP.

Can someone advise roadmap to transit to BTP? Also how much coding involved in BTP?

Getting married in US and most of the family won’t be able to travel from India to US due to ban. Thinking of sending gifts from US to India for family back there. Any suggestions on gift ideas?

There seems to be a Copywriters group, and a "Creatives" group, but not one dedicated purely to professional Art Driectors. So now, here it is!

So, what agency right now, is totally smashing it?

Does anybody have recommendations for cross border moving companies? Looking to move from US to Canada.

Any art directors currently in Tokyo? Would love to connect ✨

I’m looking for photography course suggestions—

I took photography in high school and a beginners course in college but thats all. As an art director some of my favorite work revolves around video and photography, so I’m looking to understand more—technically and creatively. Who has good suggestions of courses or programs, online or in person (anywhere) that can help me expand my knowledge?

Hola Art Directors! Has anyone taken a great online photography class? I’m looking to gain a better understanding of what happens on the other side and communicate with photographers and directors better.

I need to get a new laptop, my 2015 MacBook is on its last leg. I need something that can handle cinema 4D and Adobe Creative Suite. I assume I’ll probably have to get some dongles.

Any recommendations?

A wonderful friend recommended me to a recruiter, when the recruiter was looking to place a creative.
This role is at a small agency, I’m going to be paired with a Sr. Copywriter. They’re looking for a conceptual thinker and brilliant designer, no pressure.
I have some internships and some freelance under my belt since graduating portfolio school, and a current laptop that’s running on fumes ha.
I’m intimidated, cautious, yet super grateful to finally hear from someone.
Any words of wisdom?

Might be starting at a small agency as a full time Junior AD soon, fingers crossed. The only other roles I’ve had at agencies were freelance and intern before WFH.

What equipment do I absolutely need at home? And how should I bring it up?

I currently have a 2015 MacBook Pro that’s running on fumes. An Wacom Intuos Pro. A mouse. A few external hard drives. And a second screen.

What do you look for when on the hunt for a good CW partnership?

Anyone want to help me out? Stuck on a brief and would love to brainstorm! Dm me if up for it

Hello 👋

After about 18 months of hustling, I’ve been offered my first AD role. My background is in engineering so for what feels like forever I’ve been building (and rebuilding) my book with creative work and it’s finally paid off 🎉

I want to hit the ground running so I’m trying to learn as much as possible before I start.

Can anyone recommend some books, shows, talks, social accounts etc that I can learn from?

Thank you!

I freelanced for an agency as an art director for 6 months and recently got hired FT. I am struggling with imposter syndrome on a daily basis but manage to get great feedback from the creative directors continuously but still feel the same way. I was put on a creative brainstorm and my ideas seemed so misaligned with everyone else's but the designs I did the client liked and I think we are moving forward with. Where does the role of art director begin and end? New to agency life. Any advice?

Where to go as an Art Director if you no longer wish to work at an Ad Agency? Ideas?

Any art directors looking for a copywriter to pair up with and create spec work for our portfolios? NYC based CW here.

Hello Ads of the world. I’m looking to hire a Senior Ad to join me at red in la. If you’re conceptual, curious and ambitious then this is the best time to be here and make a name for yourself. Books👇

What sites do all you ADs go to for comp images? Besides Getty haha

Awkward question incoming! - What is the average salary for a mid-weight art director at an agency in the north of the UK? (Specifically keen to hear from anyone Leeds based!)

What do you say when people ask “so what do you do?”

Any other ADs feel like our roles are starting to become just glorified graphic designers? Nothing against GDs I started as one but wanted to move into art direction cause I wanted to come up with 360 campaigns and make tv spots not resize banners and and make IG story posts.