I have been doing well this year and thinking ahead of my performance reviews. How do you ask to be promoted to VP? Do you keep it gentle and say you’re ready for the next level or is it better be straightforward and ask for it outright?

How does AdCom view multiple GRE scores with different strengths/weaknesses? For example, what if I submit one test (169 V, 159 Q) — my current result and my second test (161 V, 162 Q)? Do they look at individual section highest or just either of the exams? Anyone know? Thank you!

This guy I have been seeing for the last year or so are going through a very rocky time. We have never taken a trip together and he is proposing that we take a trip this weekend and see if we can do this in the future and depending on that take a call about our relationship? Yay or Nay

Muslim Consultants Trivia Zoom Call? Who’s in?

Best head hunters for senior level strategic planners, creative side? And by best, I mean those that actually work with you to find a great fit vs. those looking to cash the check.

When is JPMC planning to modernize its applications/projects. Have heard they are planning to move to AWS but how much time will it take? My team is still using some old tech although they plan to move to microservices

I have Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and 18 years experience and not licensed. I am having difficulty becoming employed. I am having trouble finding a lower-paying job.. What do you think I should do to become employed?

Someone pls let me know about the bench policy in Capgemini? How long can you be on bench I'm Capgemini?

Buying a plot in India. Need to transfer $40k at a time or in chunks. What’s the best way ?

What are the pros and cons of working for a small start-up agency vs working for a big name in the industry?

Anyone have some great organization hacks to share?

34/M here. Had an uncontested dissolution in October, shortly after began dating someone I’d met a couple months earlier. She’s 35/F - I think she’s absolutely fantastic and we’re a wonderful fit. Asked her to move into my apartment with me last week - she’s in agreement but others have told me to “take it slow.” What do you think, am I moving too fast?

I hope this bowl will be more active this year 🥳

Hi all, my fiancé and I are due in September with our first. Would you recommend getting a night nurse? And, even if you’re up breast feeding every few hours anyway?

I’m writing a lot, but I don’t feel like I’m getting any better. I think I should probably start reading (lol). Some fun book recos?

When pitching for earned media content how many follow ups do you tend to send? I always send one but never know if two would be helpful or start to become annoying for the the reporter/news desk.

just had to explain what a dark post was to the person I report to on social media projects...are you fucking kidding me

Post your savings account balance so I can feel shitty about my life decisions.

Do you think we should pursue promotions harder since we're statistically in fewer leadership roles? Or is it more strategic to wait for your work to speak for itself?

Walked by a bank today and I could literally read the teller's entire computer screen from outside. How do they not have a better system in place in 2022?!??

Any indication that EY drops vax requirements for office/in-person events? Would be great to have this.

Need life advice please: I’ve just over a years experience, am being put up for promotion, am praised for being a good manager, leader and friendly team member. I know I’m good at my job;ctd

What is the male equivalent of the conversation I just had: being advised not to “huff up on stage” like “little miss bossy boots” and “try to take take charge” of my own spot, on set.

BOOKS: Reading & loving “You Play The Girl: On Playboy Bunnies, Princesses, Trainwrecks and Other Man-Made Women” by Carina Chocano. What women-focused books have helped you in your professional life?

I’m one of very few creative women in my shop...there are none in creative leadership. Would love a female mentor who I could show my book to, ask questions, and get general advice from. 🤞

This is the first time a client has ever threatened to pull a project with me as account lead 😢

They’ve changed their minds a few times not knowing the technical implications, and now want a deliverable that won’t work.. when we try to explain how the platforms work, they asked me privately if we wanted to drop since it’s out of our expertise.

😢 we will get through it, just a little shook! Anyone ever go through something similar or have words of encouragement?

I’ve been watching re runs of SATC during the lockdown. I used to like this show but recently have found how dumb and demeaning the dialogues and story line is. Like when Carrie is dating a politician and asks her friends to vote for him “because I’m sleeping with him”. They sound so nagging and so brain dead. Funny how I didn’t think that 20 years ago

When your 'Head Of' puts you on a pitch targeting women because you are a woman but then won't listen to your concerns about the creative routes being tokenistic and tells you to "just get on with it".

🙃🙃🙃

Decided to take a leap and leave full time agency life to be a freelancer and/or part timer. I’ve never worked as a freelancer before so wondering how folks have negotiated their rate, hourly vs day rate? For reference, I’m in the Account Management space and have 8+ years of experience. Thanks!

These all agency “stay strong” emails are getting a bit repetitive!

Any therapist reccos in Seattle?

I asked in the general forum but figured I’d reach to you ladies too - have any of you negotiated to have your new agency cover part or all of the closing costs when selling your home to relocate?

Does anyone share office space with their partner? Pros and cons? I'm currently sharing the space and I love it. We're currently renovating the house and were able to get our own spaces and am planning to have separate offices. I feel like I'm going to miss being my next to partner all the time but also kind of excited to decorate my own room

What’s the average salary for a Junior AD in NYC? Is 55k too low?

Feeling lost, where can I go from here? I’m an ex graphic designer turned into brand management. I miss creating sometimes but I’m enjoying having a different type of role in the development of work

I cannot stand when the men on my team start calling eachother "dude" and "bro". Am I crazy or are these slight microaggressions? It feels like a flaunt of masculinity and makes me uncomfortable as a female in the same conversation.

I’m the only woman in my creative dept and non-creatives keep forgetting I exist. They’ll mention my CD and writer by name when referring to the whole team but leave me out completely. What do I do? ☹️

I just accepted an offer for my dream job. How do I not let imposter syndrome lead to self-sabotage? I constantly forget I have 12 years of experience, and that experience matters.

What’s the new cool girl scent? Please, anything but Santal.