I’m just over this industry period. Senior AE been in the business 9 years (few breaks) and everything from indecisive clients to junior creatives that swear they know everything irritate me. Smh

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Really not trying to sound like a dick, but can you explain the track for the last 9 yrs? Curious about how you’re still an AE (and wondering if maybe finding an opp to advance would make you possibly hate it all less)

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Unfortunately this platform wouldn’t approve my Sr title BUT you’re correct I should be a Sup or director. I took a 3 year break to focus on family. HOWEVER after choosing to stay in the Midwest and work with multicultural agencies, advancement doesn’t happen often. No matter how long or experienced you are. Major downfall!

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I don’t have 9 years of experience... but aren’t you supposed to be the bridge of the two irritants you’ve mentioned on your post - that’s what you have to love to overcome?

If everything irritates you, the problem might just be... you?

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Something can irritate you even if you resolve the situation. Doesn't make it less annoying g - just forces you to be a good actor in front of other.

And 9 years?! You should absolutely be director level making at bare minimum 100K. I really hope you at least making that amount despite your title. Otherwise I have no idea why you're still there - at this stage it's gonna start holding you back when you decide to leave.

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I can’t imagine any agency paying an SAE $100k, regardless of how much experience said SAE had..

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