I recently received an offer from iProspect (part of Dentsu) I’ve heard ups and downs about this company. I currently work for a great company and not sure if I should leave. The new opportunity pays a lot more than I currently make. Does anyone have any advice about this company and whether I should take the job or not?

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

I assume you work in either SEO or SEM? And you work on a Pharma account?

The Hilton account will be very different from the healthcare/pharma account you are on now.

Much more fast paced, competitive, demanding, extremely tactical and analytically focused. So basically the opposite of what you are potentially doing now.

Hence the reason the pay is much higher. Generally on travel/hospitality related accounts the hours are longer and more intense. You have to remember the travel and hospitality industry is always competitive especially in search, and has been greatly affected the past two years. But people are traveling again so brands are trying to capture the demand again. Think about how that will impact your work load

like

I echo the previous comment. Definitely depends on the account but I only have positive things to say about my experience within dentsu.

like

Second everything Carat said!

like

Top talent, just not enough of it. Nightmare agency in my experience but can Defs depend on the account

likefunny

What position ru?

Congrats - how long have you been in your current role? How is your career path there, any possibility for promotions? And would your departure leave your current team in a tough spot? Definitely do not want to put them in a bind and burn bridges. I’ve only worked with iProspect as SEO partners and very talented but not aware of the culture.

like

I’ve been handling it pretty well I’d say. I definitely have support from others, but still inherit some of the responsibility and tasks of the manager role. Just annoying because when the position is filled, it still takes a few months for that person to get a grasp of the position and the account

like

I know someone who got fired from there, extremely aggressive people, poor management , the team he was on 6 left out of the 8 along with the manager. Very top heavy company.

like

iP and Dentsu are not much different from any other holding company. Constant restructures, bad org structure, and lack of culture. I currently report into an SVP who does not even work over one of my LOBs as an example. Also Dentsu has been really bad with pitches over the last 1-2 years.

like

What account? Just like any other agency, there are good roles and bad but they are mainly dependent on the account

like

I knew people on Hilton at the past agency and they seemed to like it a lot

like

Not a great company with bad top management. They will boast and do whatever it takes to win pitches by throwing prices and letting the internal team drown with KPIs that they agreed with the client without consulting internally if it's possible. I have first-hand experience working with top management and it cost the previous work a huge big mess and black-hole when the person took off. Also, they will just throw in higher salary to get people in and will tell you I pay you this much to do your job!

So if you want to have better sanity my suggestion is to think twice, don't just jump for the sake of the increment, there are consequences coming with it.

They have hired many non-related field people and no one guiding these poor fellas and they ended up crying during the interview for another job (one of them attended an interview in my current company). Hence we know the 'shit' they are doing back then and right now which is still the same tactic.

like

How much to project managers make?

like

Depends on where in the org you are and how stable the account pipeline is - they don't think twice about laying employees off and constant reshuffling. Most have positive attitudes and are fun to work with - great benefits - decent pay - but there is always an overriding fear of losing your job.

helpful

Take the job. Take the money. One day they will be doing poorly and simply dump you and tell you “it’s just business.”

like

Related Posts

Can anyone recommend a CPA for relatively simple tax returns?

brb...applying for a new role

Post Photo
likefunny

Pay cuts. Could be worse.
I've heard of a few agencies doing agency-wide paycuts.
TBH, I respect that approach. Everyone in it, working to get through this.

like

Hi there- I’m trying to research salary range for an Associate Director of Learning & Development or similar in NYC for someone with a doctorate (PsyD), experienced in training/teaching/learning, systems/org & individual interventions & assessments, & 4 years of admin/EA experience for a bit of context. Any insight on base salary or even fit of role/level? Appreciate it!

like

Kindly drop me a mail with your resume at shaurya.gupta@sharechat.co if you fit in any one of the posts below

It only allows one photo a post so I will be posting more soon

Also feel free to dm

Post Photo
likehelpful

I just ran away from my abusive ex (we’re not married) and am in desperate need for a real estate lawyer in Texas to help me fighting this battle. If you know anyone and wouldn’t mind refer me, I’d really appreciate!! Thank you!

like

Which consulting firms have the best Energy practices?

like

I got an offer from firm 1 before the memorial holiday and have been stalling because I am waiting for an offer from firm 2..
I was working with a partner from firm 2 who got me an interview with the managing partner.. I got a verbal offer last week.. the staff told me they are processing the paperwork.
Should I still wait for firm 2? I feel like I can’t stall anymore.. I feel like I really should give firm 1 a response this week 😮‍💨 but I don’t want to lose both offers

likehelpful

Is there any way to make pretax contributions to a retirement account outside my employer plan if:

1. My employer offers a 401k plan

2.) Im over the income limit

Here’s my situation; I left a higher paying consulting position for a lower paying position (better WLB). When I left consulting, I got paid out for my PTO, and I received a signing bonus with my new company. I expect my income will be significantly higher this year than it will be for a while. I know I could … (see comments)

like

Hi all, anyone want to share their tips on how to answer the question about your salary expectations? I used to give a range but wondering if there is a better way of answering that while not giving any number directly.

like

Is it possible to switch the project if we don't like the work that which we getting assigned.Infosys

Completed probation period.
Switched to project on oct 9

Actually i don't like TL behaviour it's making me uncomfortable.

Has anyone experienced this? 😂😂

Post Photo

I just moved to another state. How can I find a recruiter? Any tip is appreciated. I have been applying but haven't heard back much.

like

Need some help with a Facebook leadgen always on campaign. I generate +- 7000 leads pm but the quality of leads arent great. What are your tried and tested methods to up lead quality?

MBA 1st-year here - is it too soon to start networking with a firm with intention to re-recruit for full time in august? When is the earliest you recommend I start networking and potentially connect with a recruiter there?

like

Spiteful till the very end

like

I feel like I can't do anything efficiently. My managers give me really simple tasks and it takes me 16+ hours to complete them. No one has made a comment but I feel SO SLOW. Any advice?

like

What is the general salary range for a Sr. Account Associate / Account Supervisor at a small agency with 7+ years of experience in Toronto?

like

Hi Fishes,

Need one advice.

Which option should we select for sim reimbursement in Salesforce. Should I prefer to port existing mobile number or take a new number ?

Thanks in advance

like

Any information on working for Deutsche in the CRE Special Situations Group?

Additional Posts in Advertising

Instagram is off-putting now.
There is just too much happening there.

Post Photo
likefunny

How do we feel about JOAN?

like

CCO and art partner are really close, only talk to each other in meetings. They even send each other emails and texts about this project and leave me out. But I end up doing all the work. What to do?

like

After 3 months, internship was extended to 6. Now I'm told everyone has loved working with me but they're not hiring me based on lack of need for another cw. Things HAVE been slow last few weeks.

like

working from home? say Aye!

like

What was your worst / most pathetic experience with recruiters (external or HR?) ?

like

I've been working in my role for 4 months straight out of uni. My pay is low and my work is easy. how long before I should look for a new job?

like

Has anyone gotten a university teaching gig without a grad degree? How?

like

Can an American creative freelance in London? What visas do you need? Anyone done it?

like

What is the most utilized software that project managers use? I learned MS project via Lynda, but I want to expand my knowledge. Making a switch to Project Management in 2017.

like

How involved are PMs at your agency? What are their responsibilities on different types of projects? Ours seem to be resource managers and time trackers only. Feels redundant.

like

NOatly . That’s all I have to say.

likefunny

Congratulations. You just won the lottery and now have an additional 5 million dollars. What do you do?

like

Made a brand video for a client would love some brutally honest feedback.

like

It's refreshing to see a 🏳️‍🌈 Month ad that's NOT just the product being rainbow-wrapped. What do you think about this tagline?
"A queer drink for diverse drinkers"

Post Photo
likesmartfunny

What does a Culture department do on a daily basis?

likefunny

I'm getting ready to travel to my first client presentation and I have no idea what to wear. Any suggestions on what to wear for a guy?

like

“People Are Awful and Nobody Wins: A Real Life Guide to Working in Advertising”

likehelpful

What is the best/quickest way to get laid off? Asking for a friend.

likefunny

How do you guys feel about double dipping? Working full time and freelancing else where on the side.

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

Send download link to your phone

OR

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Messaging rates may apply

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