I started at RFH a few months ago and have been moved around managers. My current manager is extremely nasty and keeps trying to intimidate me. I’ve had very little work to do despite asking around. I was then told my only account has had budget cuts and so I can’t bill any more hours at the moment. I’ve received a verbal offer at Havas Life, but I’ve seen horrible things online. I like my team except my manager, but it seems like she’s out to get me. Should I stick it out at RFH or switch?

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You are being managed out at RFH. Time is short. So get out while you can. If you aren’t keen on Havas (get offer in writing) get your resume out and find a new place.

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Sorry to hear that. Not sure things will get better at RFH, but I’ve never heard anything great about Havas life. Have you tried looking into mobility within Publicis?

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New York. I will DM you!

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This is tough because I also have heard Havas isn’t great, but RFH had had quite a few budget cuts recently. If you have an offer you might be wise to take it. I wouldn’t be surprised if there were reductions and if you aren’t billable that puts a target on your back.

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So which is the hot HC agency now everyone wants to work for?

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Do not even consider Hamas.

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Yeah if you’re not recording billable hours, it’s a paper trail so they can justify letting you go. I’m sorry, OP. Have you tried reaching out to HR regarding your manager’s behavior or current situation?

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HR is aware and protecting her. They will not help you

Who cares what you heard about Havas? You’re about to be fired. Get out of there and take a job. This is musical chairs. Take the one you can get.

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Lmao at the end of the day all agencies can have bad dynamics and it just depends on your unique circumstance. Wait for the formal Havas offer and be transparent to HR and VPs that you want to be at RFH and if they can commit to more hours you’ll stay otherwise you are going to take this offer for job security. It’s rational and reasonable

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I’m sorry that things are awful for you! I hate hearing about things happening like that here, but I’d recommend asking for support from your teammates (could be they are dealing with the same feelings/situation) and or talking with HR or RM and asking them if you can transfer teams. Some teams are honestly so amazing. With budget cuts, I think some things are going to shuffle around in Q4. No matter where you end up, good luck!

Havas Life is not good, don’t even consider it. Senior leadership has no idea what they’re doing and layoffs and work life balance are prominent. All of the good senior people have bailed to other agencies and left the clowns in control. Mass exodus is imminent.

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