I didn’t get a new job I really wanted after an intensive interview process. It was the first thing I’ve wanted to do out of advertising so curious now, anyone left agency & have any tips to get out?

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I was working such long soul-sucking hours I finally realized I could not do a job search justice while still working, let alone try to change industries. I took a risk and quit my job before having anything lined up. It took some time to figure out what I wanted to do and find the right opportunity but now I’m here and pinching myself. I wouldn’t change a thing about that decision. Good luck! Get out! :)

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@DD1 I went from broadcast production at an agency to media partnerships at Facebook. I started as a contractor and rolled into full-time on a different team (still within partnerships) so it was a round-about process, but I think that’s basically what you have to plan for when you’re making a big switch Flexibility is key.

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F1- what role do you have at fb? How was the recruitment process?

Pretty sure those who leave advertising also leave Fishbowl.

ACD1 but what about the facebooks etc? Just trying to understand how to best transfer my skills out of agency land 👍🏼

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