I'm working on lateraling into PR, and I've made some really good connections so far. One thing that stifles me is having to deal with people I really don't like, but pretending I do. I find this superficial, but I know it's part of the business, as the larger your network, the better off you are. In truth I don't really enjoy small talk etc - does anyone else feel this way?

I was just offered an RN II position at Stanford Hospital’s B3 unit for $84/hour. Are there any RNs out there who can tell me what it’s like working on the unit and if it’s worth leaving my job for? I love my current job, my schedule and the people. I have no problems with it except that it’s 1.5 hours away from my family and it pays $25/hour less than Stanford.

Also, do you think it’s too late to ask if I can visit the unit before I make my decision? Thanks in advance.

Just wrapped a client dinner & I’m pretty sure I ate a bunch of greens that were supposed to just be garnish. Maybe no one noticed!

As we get more efficient doing our work with technology such as AI, machine learning, how does billing by the hour make sense? If a project/tax return used to take 8 hours but we bought tech that got it done in 2 hours, how is billing by the hour appropriate?

Can anyone from Charles River Associates share their feedback on offices? I keep seeing posts that culture and wlb depend on location. I am interested in life sciences but don't know what to pick

How is job security in BNY Mellon | Pershing Technology department?

It's very scary to here abot lot's of layoffs in other companies these days.


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#Layoffs #firing #Job #Termination

4/20 FYIsland thread 🌳

This is twice now in back to back weeks my boss has asked me where the disconnect was in our communications because I didn’t deliver on what “was asked”, even though I know damn well what was asked and what was done were the same thing. I’m not sure if he’s changing the meaning or isn’t communicating what he’s envisioning or what but it’s embarrassing to be called out like that, and to have people think you’re the dumb 23 year old.

Is anyone still on the bench? I don't know what I should do... utilization significantly went down and so depressed now

Trying to send a package back home (India). Anyone know of any cheap shipping services?

Anyone else spending Christmas alone this year?

Low billable, low pressure work in patent lit, tech trans or privacy law? Slowly realizing that as my boys get older, the money isn’t worth what I’m missing out on. Currently a patent litigation associate with lots of hearing, depo and trial experience (I’ve appeared on my own at hearings/depos) at a well respected firm. Have my CIPM and CIPP/US /E and /C. Just feeling the burn out; 2000 hours of billables a year just isn’t sustainable for me long term. Money isn’t a huge issue.

Dating someone in your own floor?

Tech/startup exits in LA/OC area?

HOA - doing something without approval.....was planning to change my windows without hoa approval but my neighbour snitched. I came clean to the hoa and now I need to go through a 2 mo approval process and they might not even approve my windows. I paid 7k for them. I am now feeling regret for not just ignoring the hoa email and then still installing and dealing with the fine on the back end ? Thoughts? I’m also worried now that I’m on some radar. Am I overthinking this?

Full Stack SE with 7 YOE
Most of my experience has been freelance and I'm a self taught engineer. Though I have worked with a vc backed start-up @100k my first real employeement and later with a smaller company @85k in a different state.

I just began working with a larger company @100k and I know I have more experience then my first gig.
The offer I accepted is one level anyway from being senior.
Any suggestions for communicating/building a case for seniority/pay increase?

Hi All,

I am lilttle confused seeing salary range for staff and senior, some have senior designation with 4 yrs experience and some are at staff3/4.

Could you please mention your

Designation/Fixed/Yoe/ServiceLine?

Anyone looking for mid-level buyers or planners?

Would you let an a problematic under-performer throw in on a TV assignment even though they’ve been consistently demotivated and had a shitty attitude, OR would you not let them work on it because their shitty behavior shouldn’t be rewarded with something fun?

Anyone familiar with Sam Whitmore for media list building? Never heard of it/him till now (13 years in PR lol). Any insights? Quality of lists? I am fascinated, any & all intel would be so appreciated. Thanks!

what are some brands you feel like are handling the BLM & pandemic well? feel free the name drop the ones (& their respective agencies) that aren’t!

Hi,

I would love to do some freelance work (volunteer) for anyone in Public Relations, Communications and Marketing. The reason why I would like to volunteer my time is because I value the experience that I will receive in return. When you reach out I’m happy to provide a resume and some examples of my work. Thank you

Any media hounds out there? I’m looking to hire some good (S)AEs and AMs that are looking for a move and want somewhere they can focus on B2B media relations and pitching and minimal admin - hit me up

Can anybody recommend open jobs for communications in healthcare? Actively looking and would appreciate any leads.

Hey all, I just received a great offer for an AE role at my 2nd choice agency. However, I'm still in the sample assignment phase with my dream agency and will be having a third round conversation on Tuesday (the 2nd choice agency did not have a sample assignment, only 2 interviews). I don't imagine it looks good to ask the dream agency to speed up the process, but what are my options? FWIW, I already asked Agency 2 for the timeline to have my response. Thanks in advance!

Any thoughts on the recent Dentsu headcount cut? Which agencies got hit the worst?

Thoughts on Edelman Seattle? I saw an AE role I’m interested in. I have a couple friends who work in the Chicago office and they enjoy it.

Is it normal for PR agencies to have a high turnover rate? For reference, I work at a boutique agency with 9 people but half the people who were there when I started in January of this year are gone.

Feel like I was lied to when interviewing at my current agency. I was very honest how important work life balance is to me due to health issues. I’m only two months in & working 55-60 hours a week, having to sign it at 10pm for reports. Every account seems to be like this. How much of a red flag is it if I already start looking for new jobs? I really wanted to make it work, but so can’t do this. I’m in Pharma PR, fwiw.

How easy or how hard is to find an in-house tech/consumer role in NYC? Ideally big brand but could be into start ups. Loving current position but trying to thinking about next step or two.

Looking for freelance social manager for a non-profit / 10-15 hrs a week posting, managing content for a therapist / counselor community foundation.

Anyone has thoughts on LEWIS Global, and how they’re doing in APAC? I’m thinking of switching jobs and this opportunity came up. I’m still fresh in b2b PR but very keen to dive into it.

How long is too long to stay at one agency? I’ve been at the same place for a little over 5 years and while I get frustrated by certain things I overall feel challenged and like I’m growing. Is it a red flag for my potential move out of agency life that I’ve put in so much time here?

I have a PR background and most of my experience is in the free lance area. I have worked in CS leadership for many years but would love to transition my career to a PR role, any recommendations anyone can provide on what I can start doing more of to transition my career? I am about 1.5 years from completing my Bachelor's in communications degree.

Anyone else live out in the country and work for a big city firm? No real motive behind the question - just curious to know who else enjoys the great open spaces and freedom of Americana while taking in a big city salary 🙌🏼