I'm an American and I have an interview with one of the agencies in Singapore. Anybody have any useful tips or commentary?

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I’ve worked with agencies and clients in Singapore and throughout Asia. They tend to be more formal in meetings and far less casual than we are in the states. They’re a bit old school when it comes to meetings.

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Does this apply to creatives as well?

Worth really unpacking the reality of the creative opportunity and finding out about the work that’s made and prioritised within whatever agency you’re looking at, esp if it’s a big holding co name.

Many Singapore agencies are actually Asia Pacific hubs for global brands, the kind of briefs that come your way might be underwhelming. Depends on your career stage and path though, so I guess just ask the right questions and think about your next ‘next job’ as well when appraising.

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Wear a MAGA hat so they know you’re patriotic.

At the end of the day I think the weather is gonna be a deal breaker. Nonstop, neverending heat and humidity. As much as 365 days of t shirt weather would motivate me to stay ripped.

I grew up in SE Asia and the trade off is that Singapore is an amazing hub to live in. Direct flights to pretty much any country. Quality of living is awesome. Amazing food. Don’t let weather deter you. It’s a fantastic city

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