I joined an agency about 2 months ago and every single day I get more responsibilities, to the point that I don't even know what my actual job title is. I'm frustrated, to say the least.

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This is a common experience. When we join a new agency, we're typically given more responsibilities as we get up to speed. This can be frustrating, but it's also an opportunity to learn and grow. Hang in there!

Be patient. The increased workload is likely temporary and you'll eventually settle into a groove. In the meantime, try not to get overwhelmed and focus on doing your best each day.

Yup this is pretty common, before you know it you'll have the responsibilities of an entire marketing team without the pay to match. Keep an eye out and make sure you're not getting taken advantage of

What was the job description when you joined?

Welcome to agency life!! Make sure you set up a clear list of priories and goals with your boss and spend at least 5-10 minutes discussing those and your growth path in your 1:1’s each week. When you feel like you have too much on your plate, talk to your manager about what you should prioritize- I’m sure you’ll get the hang of it!

🚩If things don’t improve within 3-6 months, I’d be looking for a new role.

There are agencies out there that will respect your bandwidth and voice, you just have to shop around and give clear expectations up front.

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