If the big4 has an up or out model, do a lot of senior managers get laid off? Not everyone can be a partner/principle. How long can someone be a partner/principle for?

Sr. Writer/ACD in LA laid off twice this year. Horrible luck. Previously worked at Ad Age A-List agency and trying to get back in the big game. Anomaly, TBWA, R/GA, Etc. Anyone have a lead?

Does anyone have any books/media to recommend on being an Asian in the USA / UK (and particularly being East or Southeast Asian)? Have just finished Big Little Man (Alex Tizon) and Severance (Ling Ma) both of which were excellent and captured a lot of complex feelings I hadn’t been able to put into words before...

Anyone in IBM’s Workday practice get laid off today?

What are typical severance packages for manager and below? Director and above?

Can you get fired or laid off if you are on a short term disability leave? Does this call for a lawsuit if this happens?

Can you boomerang back to a firm after having been laid off by them?

Has everyone that's been getting laid off been on the bench? Or were you guys actively on projects and got surprised come CRT?

I have 44% utilization. Am I getting fired?

Does anyone else feel like some of the recent layoffs are premature? Especially with the President’s reopening guidelines today. I feel that agencies could of held on to employees longer.

What does it take to get fired as a senior? Any stories?

I have a gov law job with an offer to go to a great firm as a mid-level associate. Worried that if COVID continues, I’ll get laid off (much less likely at my gov job). Should I wait or go?

Layoffs tomorrow at R/GA...

How does one recover from being fired? How can you restart?

I was laid off fall of last year, allegedly due to covid. I just saw that they re-listed my position and now am devastated and doubting everything about my career. I got good reviews at this and my previous jobs but many are cowardly about giving honest feedback. I took a step down and started a new job recently so I’ll be ok in the long run but the job I was laid off from was my “dream job”. I don’t have strong family/friend support, exacerbated by covid isolation. Any wisdom/advice?

What's the deal with severance pay in New York State? I've heard both it's not required and I've heard it's required to pay 3 weeks for every year of employment. Anyone know what the real deal is?

Double dipping on severance and paycheck from new job. Can former companies even find out that you have a new job if you keep quiet?

Got laid off today out of left field 🙁. Anyone willing to help with referrals? Much appreciated.

With everything going on and a recent layoff, I’ve really been reevaluating my life. Is it dumb to leave all $ and perks behind for more fulfillment and passion. I’m looking for a new job but... cont.

This week in layoffs: BBDO NY 😔TBWA/CHIAT NY 😔GSD&M 😔 DDB 😔 OGILVY 😔. Anyone else hit?

Any companies out there with that Dunder Mifflin culture?

Is it inappropriate to apply for a new position within the firm? How should I go about this?

I've noticed many consultants jumping firms... How soon after joining a firm can you jump? Jumped 2X in 5 years, each for a fun and interesting opportunity. Thanks! Current level: manager

What does Grant Thornton's tax reporting & advisory group do? Similar to federal tax? What is the compensation range in Chicago for a new manager?

Is it possible to negotiate salary once I join the firm (MBB), esp after a promo? Tried to negotiate at offer but recruiter pushed back hard... I dropped it but now I feel like I fucked myself over.

Any insight on OMD in Chicago? Or OMD in general? Specifically analytics

How is MBB salary progression at each level post MBA?

Can H1B be filed under E1 category? If yes then what are the criteria ?

Currently on F1 OPT. Last attempt at H1B lottery this year with OPT valid till June. I am working for 2 clients currently with 2 different employers and both have agreed to file for my h1b. If neither one gets picked up in the lottery what are some good day 1 cpt universities I can look into?

Taking time off to travel - how much do you reckon is needed per month? Is $2k/month reasonable?

What are easy to meet credit card signup spending requirements if current habits won't do it? I invest/save most of my $$ so normal habits won't meet the requirements

Hi Fish I was recently diagnosed with a disability/ pretty severe diagnoses. I'm super scared (single, no support). trying to find ways to work around this( remote options)

I think I’m getting fired. Should I quit in anticipation, and avoid a black mark on my resume?

ZS associates is hiring across roles in North America (NY, LA, Chicago, Boston, DC etc). If you’re interested in a consulting or an analytics role at ZS feel free to DM me. Also happy to answer any questions you have about work, culture, visa etc . Every ZSer will tell u the best thing about ZS is it’s people

Bar recommendations in ATL? Anything a little more upscale would be great

What’s the best free Amex card? I’m leaving and need a card to keep my points gained through D

I have had a rough 2 weeks. I was ghosted by the guy I was seeing for 7 months and then today I was laid off from my agency due to them losing clients and not doing well financially. I just feel so

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