Hi! I found a research strategy role at a large agency in SF but I’m scared I won’t get to be creative. Does anyone have experience with moving between brand and research strategy? Can you offer some advice?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Ask about potential lateral moves internally and whether anyone has done that successfully.

I’d be inclined to round out your skill set and return to a more creative focused role in 1-2 years if that is where your head lies. The breadth of exposure would only strengthen your skill set IMO.

like

Totally agree with you SM1.

I think I know the agency you are talking about, and to be clear, it is a research-focused role where your main goal is helping get the research done and done well. That does not mean that you cannot help the planners see where the insights are and chat with them about it. Also, you will need to work with them to understand and suggest hypotheses to take into the research. But be clear about what the role is and isn;t before you sign on.

like

Sorry my phone added the Memoji 🤣🤣🤣

Related Posts

Hi, I have been offered 26 Fixed at MC. (Level 8 - Consultant D&S - mostly Analytics) Mastercard is the growth like in the firm? What on an average can I expect 3-4 years down the line! Also, if anyone can comment on learning opportunities/tech stack, that would be helpful. Thank you

like

What do you guys send as gifts to referral sources for attorneys and/or former client referral sources?

*Assume in my jurisdiction there are no ethical issues associated with this

likehelpful

Hi folks! Curious to see if any of you are working at the City of Toronto? Thinking of applying to a Management Consulting position and wondering how the overall environment is in terms of WLB, culture, work satisfaction etc. Thank you!

like

McKinsey & Company Career advice needed.Thanks in advance. What would be a potential feasible path to make the transition from Big Four assurance role to MBB consulting role? I have 1 year experience in industry as FP&A and couple months as fund accountant before I graduated from school and went to Big four as IT auditor and could switch to core auditor ,cybersecurity or ECG advisory etc. I’ll get the CPA and CFA soon and have some basic coding skillsets. Considering to do MBA/graduate degree if necessary. McKinsey & Company PwC Deloitte

like

Does anyone practice White Collar criminal defense in NYC or know a decent amount about it? Is it fun or fulfilling? Is it a good way to break into government work in the future?

like

Hi all. Can you share some details about the CSG senior associate role? Is CSG the same practice as Turnaround/ Restructuring practice or is it a different domain? I am currently applying for the CSG role and wanted to learn more about this

like

Hello everyone. Happy Monday! Is there anyone here that will give me a referral for the New Home Sales Consultation position with LGI Homes in Atlanta please? I’ve been trying to break into this sector of the Real Estate Industry for almost a year now. TIA

I was wondering if anyone in this group is or knows about groups to support attorneys who are/have been suspended and how to handle it with life. Frankly the state bar isn't a good resource and it's starting to impact my career in not practicing the law. I've been working for a non attorney job in my company for years and was recently told my suspension means I'd never get it. Boy that was a blow that triggered depression and anxiety, still there as it's been less than a year week.

like

Which company is better for tech management role - J&J or Amgen ? Looking for comments around WLB, internal growth, compensation etc.

like

Google Ads Sales vs. F500 tech rotational program. Honest opinions

like

VMware Opening support domain, DM for referral

Post Photo
like

Hello! I’m based in NYC and looking for my next role. I work in the digital strategy/brand strategy space. I have experience across multiple industries (tech/telecom/Pharma (dermatology)/beauty and skin care and I am looking for a Director or VP role (my last job was a VP). I would like to keep my base of at least $180k (is this reasonable if I look for Director positions too?) Would love to land something soon before we hit the holiday season. Do you think what I am looking for is reasonable?

like

Hi Fishes,
I am looking for a job reference for Software Engineer position in Australia.
Can anyone please help me with the application process ?

like

I am having skills of Analytics but not getting job I know Excel and other tools also Power Bi, Google sheets, Google Data Studio, Python, My Sql in learning.

Deloitte referral anybody? Data Analytics Senior Consultant role here in Dublin Ireland

like

I am currently working in advertising with experience on fintech & CPG. I would like to work in tech marketing, specifically Google’s APMM program.
I’ve been studying some PM/PMM books/podcasts/videos, attending Google events, and want to keep learning more to try to prepare myself as much as I can.
What resources helped you get into product marketing/Google?
Has anyone here moved from advertising to tech?
Would love to hear from a marketer about their experience getting into Google.
Thank you

like

Looking for a marketing or product management referral at Google. Happy to share my resume and elaborate on my qualifications. Any tips from recruiters are appreciated!

like

How much are firms currently looking to hire within the advisory practice given there may be signs of recession? Will it be easy to internal transfer to MC with an above average rating?

like

More Posts

like

PENN down 20% on earnings miss and Portnoy allegations…what to do?

like

What monitors would you recommend for home office? I am about to buy one myself. I work in FDD. Do you guys recommend the ultra wide? Curve screen? freesync?And what definition is good enough ? I really do love Apple Retina display but the price.

like

Anybody have success requesting to go from 100% on one account to 50/50 or at least floating around a bit more? Any tips welcome 🙏

like

Mediterranean Bowl with Hashweh (Loaded Lebanese Rice)

Post Photo
likefunny

Guess what’s cookin’

Post Photo
like

Christmas Eve appetizer 2: caprese cups

Post Photo
like

Currently working on a three person team in a larger GC group. I lateraled from a different group that did not pay attorneys on an attorney scale. I’m stuck in my old pay scale but have gotten promotions and raises quickly with more on the horizon. A recruiter reached out with a new role for 2-2.5x more than I currently make doing something similar. I love my company and the people I work with but the money isn’t there. Is it worth trying to get a counter to stay if I get the bigger offer?

like
like

Does biotin work for prevention of hair loss?

likehelpful

Anyone want to run Bain-style cases with me?

like

Does anyone know if in a dissolution of a 50/50 split-interest LLC goodwill can be attributed solely to one member such that that member gets more than his 50% distribution?

like

Anyone in SoCal have any opinions about Berman, Berman, Berman, Schneider and Lowary? Have them on a case but don’t know much about them.

like

Which Kimpton do I choose in Portland?

like

Anyone work for Arcesium? Curious about the culture of their New York office. Reviews on Glassdoor seem to be split equally between “great work life balance” to “working late hours is standard”. Arcesium

like

Hello Sharks, need a job referral in Bangalore for a friend who just moved in from Saudi Arabia. Graduated in Hospitality and has got 8 YOE in Restaurant Manager/Retail.
Looking for a job as Food & Beverage Manager in Facility management or in event & venue management or as Multi unit food outlet manager, or Training & Development in hospitality or guest relation. Would totally appreciate if you can help, he is currently jobless & recently got married. Thankyou

like

I have a serious concern. I am a 23 year old male and still suffer from bedwetting issues and I am just done with this at this point. Does anyone know why this happens or the cause of it? Appreciated

like

Any TIPS on “how to not give up on finding a job”. After many final rounds and ZERO offers, I’m on the edge. It’s a horrid feeling to endure and to end it seems.

like

What would you choose and why? Core Tax, SALT, or International

Additional Posts in Strategy & Planning

Wondering if anyone has a good example of a brand that originally sold a commodity/mass food and successfully introduced a premium/luxury line, under the same brand name. Kicker is the brand has to have started as mass then gone upmarket, nor vice versa.

like

Has anyone worked with Wethos? Or, have you, as an independent strategist, worked on more “meaningful” social good projects? I am looking to mix things up, team up, and have an impact.

like

What blogs, podcasts, twitter accounts, newsletters etc. should ever planner follow?

like

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.

like

LA Mid level planners, what’s your salary and years of experience?

like

Looking for wisdom and advice on first day-first few weeks as a planner for bigger agency/account? Any advice on best practices things I should be doing vs not doing to get acclimated and make an impact. Please ☺️

like

So…to share or not share a creative brief with a client? What does your agency do?

like

Looking for strategy roles in Michigan (or telecommute opportunities)

like

I’m teaching the juniors on my team a few frameworks for getting to a strategy. So far I have the 3/4 Cs & BBh/Chiat disruption model. Any other thoughts/ ideas/references?

like

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.

like

Thoughts on Eli Lilly/anyone open to sharing their experience and salary there? interviewing for AD level in media strategy - would be working out of nyc if that matters

Strategists, do you have a portfolio? What info do you include? Would campaign results and insights be off limits because it’s considered confidential info? 🤔

like

Anyone work at Instrument’s PDX office? Just applied for the Senior Strategist position. Have both UX and Brand experience. What’s it like to work there? Looking to move back to the PNW!

Less of a question, more of a request... stop asking your junior BIPOC strats to work on BLM briefs because they are the only voice of color on your team. In a time where we need support grappling with our very REAL realities and how it impacts how we show up in the agency, the LAST thing we need is an “opportunity” to express our “unique POV” on a diversity brief (that we won’t even get to speak to none the less). Imagine having to chanbel your trauma into a deck to sell in an idea to clients?

likesmartfunny

I'm thinking of moving strategy side, best bootcamps or programs to take? Assuming the company pays for it of course

like

Thoughts on VCCP London for strategy?

like

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)?

like

Hello! I just started freelancing after 12 years of corporate life with a mix of media strategy, consumer insights and ux research, both agency and brand side. I’d love to connect with other strategists that lean towards the research side of things 😄 or anyone whose team may need some extra hands for project work, parental leave / sabbatical covers, etc. thanks!!

like

I’d like to be a CSO one day. If you’re there, what helped you get there? If you’re climbing that organizational hierarchy what are you doing to prove you’re an asset?

like

Looking for similar programs to GFBM. Any great workshops or programs that are helpful for young strategists

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal