Is anyone else getting a barrage of marketing messages related to the tariffs? I’ve had car companies and clothing companies reaching out, hard. The messages are either, “here’s a discount on what we have in stock now, get it while you can and before prices soar,” or “we will maintain our prices” (but the fine print reveals shipping prices will soar). I’m curious about what anyone else is seeing.

Anybody have strategies for combating narcissistic bully principals when the teacher is already mentally broken and completely vulnerable to their tactics?

How often do you respond to emails from law students who want to learn about your firm/practice area? I get like a dozen requests right around OCI every year. Frankly I’m tired of speaking to them and answering the same boring questions, especially if I know they have a low GPA and no chance of summering at my firm, but I do feel bad saying no/ignoring them

So I have family situation I've been dealing with and yesterday at a company function outside the office, my supervisor brought it up in front of a bunch of people. First of all highly inappropriate, but also it's nobody's business. She's made comments before outside of work about how her boss is gay, blah blah blah. I'm just at a loss. Should I report it to HR? And if I do, how do I do it without it being known that it came from me??

Best way to explain to new firms that you are leaving your current firm because of the toxic culture and frankly, a President who talk down to people every chance he gets?

I keep making stupid minor mistakes at work lately presumely cause I’ve been so burnt out, and my senior is constantly mad at me, which made me want to avoid the dirty work even more… I really should care but is it bad that I don’t really care anymore

Why do I share my bar tips with lazy managers?

What is everyone's current positions going to the weekend?
Here are mine:
$BA 110p 4/9
$SPY 220p 4/20

The obstacle in the way, is they way.

I have a friend looking for a graphic designer that can build her a style guide. Anyone have any recommendations?

Please send websites as well.


Thanks

Hey! Considering negotiating my pay after 1 year of CT experience. In Florida my base is $29/hr. How much of a raise should I ask for (if they don’t automatically give one)? And should I wait to be a travel tech with another year of experience?

I just need some Brugal rum, Aventura or Romeo Santos songs on repeat all night…

Anyone in herspiegel? I’m looking for a referral for a consultant/sr consultant position in life sciences if you are hiring. Have 2 YOE.

Backpack suggestions that can be used for office/travel?
Something to keep my electronics, wallet and maybe 1-2 books in

7 years experience in Development.
3 years in React Js.

Looking for an referal oppertunity in Kolkata Region.

Thank you

Anyone here currently in or looking to make the transition to a client service associate or paraplanner role? Hiring in NYC- please respond to this post

Hi can you please help me with the right marital status when applying for German visa. I am a separated women but not a divorcee yet. Will it be a problem if I put my marital status as single. I have a kid. So will it be difficult if I need to take her with me . If I put single in visa will it be changing in my taxation.

How early is too early to leave Amazon? I haven't worked at FAANG before.

Hi Fishes, Great to Connect! Can anyone tell me what are the chances for a contractor to convert into a full-time employee in Google India? Does Google convert any of 3rd party payroll contractors into full-time employees?

Looking for some inspiration for a project. Ads/brands from any era that have made an impact on you - whether that’s being inclusive and diverse, or making you think wtf. Could be from when you’re growing up or ones you’ve seen recently. Thoughts?

Do you have a mentor? I’m in the autumn of my career and I’ve had a  modicum of success in production and it’s time to give back.

Anyone else hearing from multiple WOC who had their Times Up RSVPs cancelled after the fact?

Is there any industry recognition for poc creatives the way adage and others recognize creatives?

I guess I’m officially being off boarded team doesn’t care no one has said anything … I’m a ball of nerves thankfully my old company wants me back — feeling so sad and angry and just incredibly nervous

Just found out I got laid off. Cheers to the weekend 🍺

After 15 years in the industry, I can really say that these last few years have been the most challenging in terms of navigating all the sensitivity and political correctness.

Is everyone from a big city or do we have some south and midwest represented??

How do you all feel about D&I Reports? Do you think they’re still valuable and a stand-alone report or part of an integrated corporate message?

Does anyone know of a place that gives the current or most recent numbers/percentages for the amount of POC in the industry now?

What’s an appropriate rate to charge per word for a publication like VentureBeat or TechCrunch?

Who is trying to get together for a meet up in NYC? Want to start bring minorities in our industry together.

If I got a raise for every micro aggression I’ve received while at my current agency, I’d be in a really high income bracket! Hah.

How painful was it to watch the situation in Charlottesville? I'm beginning to think that hatred is a unending part of American culture. No solution. No kumbaya. Just is what it is.

Hey, so I’m going to my first 3% conference. I heard it’s usually white feminism x 100. But I was wondering what I should expect? Has anyone been.