How much of a shift from “diversity” to “inclusion” is anyone else seeing when it comes to word choice at the corporate level? It’s starting to feel like every company’s website switched the phrasing and their programs overnight.

Anyone in Munich and want to meet up?

Any openings for entry level data engineering role for freshers ?

Do you think it’s trashy to advertise your venmo/cash app when you’re on your bachelorette party? So people send you money to buy you a drink?

What to do if someone you know is getting pushed out of your agency? (Continued in the comments)

Any delta 🐠 willing to donate some miles .

Any ideas for a 40th bday venue? Dinner with a good vibe and lounge after? Did MaD last year for him and they had a semi private but still very much in the mix for 15 people. I honestly can’t think of what to do but he’s bougieAF. Steak48 is an option. Looking for any other cool things you’ve hosted or attended lately?

Hi Folks,

Where does Synechron is located in EON 1 or EON 2 kharadi , Pune ?
How's the UBS client?

Could someone tell me a bit about Yuzu Yellow or Mosaic? Thanks!

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What's a nice restaurant to take relatives to when they're in the city visiting? Would like something nice but not over-the-top fancy.

Have you been able to spend more time with your kids during the pandemic? How?

Best SG agency for a good life?

Our new low-budget product work is more effective than the Cannes winning spots we spent millions on. 🙇

Former client( filed a bar grievance that was dismissed, sent me a demand letter that an attorney responded to on my behalf, and filed a BBB complaint against my non-BBB law firm) has now pro se filed a lawsuit against me in small claims court. Alleging misrepresentation, failure to file a lawsuit, and failure to advise during the process. I have phone logs, emails, and billing notes (all of which she has) that show she’s lying. Should I notify my malpractice carrier? All advice appreciated!

Why do deals move at a breakneck pace all the time? I don’t understand the urgency put on this work for every single deal. Is it deliberate to avoid lengthy diligence / lots of questions? All these deadlines are arbitrary

Does it make sense to take a pay cut if given a chance to join the corp dev team of a growing company? Currently a manager in Fdd

Are the new wage requirements applicable if you move offices within the firm you work for?

At what point does it make sense to buy a home? I have ~700k in the stock market and a lower than average salary currently (80k) and pay 1800 a month in rent.

The “Pour one out for the L train” ads by Kombucha are part of the problem... cont

What are some good resources you use to expand your skill sets and stay knowledgeable?

Context: I did a career switch from finance into marketing and am constantly looking for ways to improve and learn more

I’m still trying to process seeing an agency exec well known for dismissing and ignoring POC held up as an exemplary diversity champion for women at the 3% Conference.

My dad who lives in Asia just announced that he had a medical issue. I’m starting to enter the age where I’m going to take care of him financially. It’s a $2,000 hospital bill which in the US is nothing compared to what it represents there (which he can’t afford). He’s going to be fine! Just wanted to share with this group as many of you can understand what it feels like to support your parents when they’re old, not the other way around. I feel so blessed I can help him. 🙏🏽

The more I work in advertising, the more apparent that majority of companies (and my own colleagues) don’t know how to reach consumers like me. It’s absolutely tragic. (Cont’d)

Anyone else hearing from multiple WOC who had their Times Up RSVPs cancelled after the fact?

How correct is the term “African American"?
What about black people from Haiti, Caribbean, etc.

Is it about where people are indigenous to?

Not all Black Americans are African American,
right?

Is there any industry recognition for poc creatives the way adage and others recognize creatives?

Do you have a mentor? I’m in the autumn of my career and I’ve had a  modicum of success in production and it’s time to give back.

We’re hiring on our media & connections team. Various levels. If you’re looking to make a jump from a traditional media agency or a strategist who wants to get closer to both media and creative. Lmk.

The marketing for Black Adam is genius! I wish I was in entertainment. If you could choose one industry to do marketing for what would it be? For me it's easily film or games.

Happy Black History Everyone, let's make this a truly historic month!!

How do you all feel about D&I Reports? Do you think they’re still valuable and a stand-alone report or part of an integrated corporate message?

Who is trying to get together for a meet up in NYC? Want to start bring minorities in our industry together.

If I got a raise for every micro aggression I’ve received while at my current agency, I’d be in a really high income bracket! Hah.

Anyone good marketing books recommendations or online certifications?

Transparent moment: I,recently,was laid-off a week ago. At this point compensation and work culture are the only things I’m looking at. I don’t want to compromise my mental health and I don’t want to work somewhere that is super fast paced. How can you tell if a team has a burn out culture?

We might be receiving stipends for professional development, I would like to use it towards a conference, which are some good ones to consider?