Is taking a Designer position at an agency usually a step back from a Junior Art Director? I feel like I’m starting all over in my career, when I originally thought it would help my chances of gaining more experience since it appeared more mid-level. Now, I’m stuck designing brochures and dealing with AD’s who seem to look down at Designers.

Currently in MBA program - top 40 school. Hoping to apply the mba intern position at google. What are my chances? Wanting to break into data analytics or PM roles. Accounting background with beginner SQl, tableau, python experience ( pls be critical)

Hello! Can anyone please provide insight into the interview process for the Senior Strategy Consultant Role? Thanks!

Can anyone provide referral for UBS ?

I've decided to leave public for an Accounting Manager position in private. What are the different types of companies to consider and the pros/cons? What are the best ways to get the position? I'm leaning toward GL accounting at a publicly-traded company. My background is 3.5 years audit and 2.5 years technical accounting advisory.

Hey Fishes! Wanting to move back to the gulf from US. What are some companies that pays HR consultants/experts well if I dont want to go consulting route? Middle management HR with around 15 years of total experience.

Anyone who joined from industry and went back to it? Is so, were you able to jump levels when you returned back and what factors helped you ?
Thanks !

Side hustle or startup ideas for someone who isn’t technical/doesn’t code? Where should I look or where to begin? I don’t have any strong passions or specific skills that I’m confident in. What books, articles, blogs, orgs, events, people I should follow for inspiration that has helped you? I have some cash to invest and am looking for a part time hustle that can cash flow at least a little bit of money on the side.

How best to find PE opportunities as an exit from Big4 strategy?

Hey Fish Fam, I am about to put in my two weeks notice at a Big4. Going to industry. Any sage advice or pointers on what to say and what not to say/do? I really enjoyed working at B4 and made amazing network of supportive colleagues however this opportunity is way too good to pass. Any help is appreciated, thanks!

Hi Fishes,
Good Day to all,
Can anyone please refer me or guide me for a QA role preferably automation role ?
Exp.- 1.5 years
Skillset- Selenium, Java, OOPS, Automation & Manual Testing
Thanks & regards

Are any firms out there that are hiring full-time/remotely? Let's start a list

Any companies pulling back on recruiting or freezing hiring altogether?

Has anybody made the jump from agency to Microsoft? Job is in Digital Production working w/ the Cloud/AI team. $ is on par. Requires leaving a full time role (rather quickly) for a 18mo contract. 🤔

What are the tldr differences between HR roles, people Operations, and people business partner positions? They all seem similar but I’m curious how y’all characterize them. I’m coming out of a very internal position at a nonprofit and I’m trying to better align my work accomplishments to make sense in more traditional career paths.

Hi, I’m currently working as a recruiter in the light industrial and I’m really sick of the non stop calls, interviews and just the nature of this profile. Earlier I was contemplating moving to another field in recruitment but now I’m considering switching to another profile in HR where I can do backend processes/ payroll/ hr systems, cz I want to leave the calls and interviews and sourcing.. please suggest profiles I could take a dig in and explore? Thanks in advance

Anyone have insight into Plaid’s legal group? Interviewing for a product counsel role.

Copywriters where did you meet your favorite creative partner? I’ve been at this for a long time and still don’t have a go-to I love. Hard to find chemistry and work ethic/talent in the same person.

Any copywriters (in branding/otherwise) currently report to a strategist instead of a CD? Trying to have an open mind about them approving copy without judgement but it’s like pulling teeth for me.

Has anyone worked for McCann on the Phexxi/Annie Murphy commercial?

Is right now a good time to rebalance my 401k. Want to move everything out of target funds to index funds. But worried it’s not a good time

I don’t know even know what I’m good at anymore.

Has anyone been able to negotiate anything extra or terms when being laid off?

How long it takes to get the technical interview result?

Folks in Bay Area... do you own a home here and if so what neighborhood is the best in terms of school district? I live in mtv and the home prices are scary to say the least. (2bed min)

What’s the level of evidence of review needed for controls that are not management review controls (MRC)? I’m an internal auditor and I’m documenting what is needed for lower risk controls in the SOX environment.

Does management need to have review
comments or checklist even for low or medium risk controls? And should I document those? Thanks!

Hi folks! If I quit this week, will I still get my bonus? (My LWD will be around September 26-27)

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

What is middle/back office at a hedge fund like? Specifically roles that are supporting portfolio managers? I’ve been trying to move to PE Ops and came across a promising HF opportunity, so I’m looking for more insights into those projects and type of work.

Hi need 11k likes to DM. Please support 🙏

How to become good friend of manager?

I work for a software coding bootcamp called Tech Elevator and am looking for Tech Recruiters to share their expertise with our students through HR mock interviews in late June. Would love to introduce you to some diverse eager Junior Tech talent before they hit the market!

Shoot me a DM-happy to chat about this opportunity or others.

Anyone else feel like avoiding all these spots before the super bowl is an extreme sport? Maybe it’s just me, but I want to see them at game time... reading ahead takes all the fun out of it for me.

Has anyone been able to negotiate anything extra or terms when being laid off?

Besides salary, how to pick between job offers?

Has anybody interviewed for a sales position at Vericast? I’m going to be asked to do a presentation, what is all of that about? Is this something I already have that I am presenting or a product on their company? Thank you in advance

Was there a strategist in Mad Men?

Where you fish getting ad industry news? I can’t bring myself to pay for publications like AdAge, Campaign or AdWeek, but I want to know which accounts and teams are moving around.

Is there an online marketplace for SquareSpace portfolio templates, i.e., a place where you can buy a template, download it, then build it yourself? Alternatively, is there a place where I can hire someone to recommend a SquareSpace template, gussy up said template with type and/or color tweaks to make it less template-y (no functionality changes needed), and then design a simple logo? Looked at Squarespace Experts but seems a bit intense for what I need. Google isn't giving me much.

Laid off, 10 years exp, tired of acct management. Feel so lost. Don't want to go back to agency side. What should I do? I feel like 💩

So how much money did Jim Carey get for his Super Bowl spot? Guesses?

Strange as it sounds, I'm kinda gonna miss quarantine life.

Men 🐟: Is the unwritten rule of urban spacing dead?! Too many guys ponying up nice and close lately. Ladies, do you have any similar unwritten rules of the bathroom?

Without asking or confirming, account lead booked an in-person client meeting that requires travel. Who books ~any~ major client meeting without first checking with the team ?

I was furloughed yet it doesn’t start until Friday. Per the VPs, this week we have to “transfer our knowledge” to our bosses. Bosses who haven’t been on these projects. Any advice?

Thoughts on AI copywriting software? It's so cringy to me to think people actually are trying to get rid of copywriters with AI. Those taglines, headlines, etc., that are generated are terrrriblleee.

how do y’all feel about working on brands like amazon or facebook? i’m not totally against it but gives me an ick factor especially if it’s working on a campaign that’s wokewashing or greenwashing them

Is Phenomenon really still that awful? Shocked by the reviews.

How many agencies give cost of living/yearly raises vs just a “yearly bonus” ?

Can ya guess which one Barkley is?

I think I’m potentially about to be fired this week in retaliation from my boss...what should I do?

What should I be reading to keep up to do date with new (good) ads. Adfreak? Other?