I’ve interviewed at some of the good big places but can’t seem to land a spot. Some of it feels like bad luck (they didn’t end up making any hires at all), but overall it’s really got me down.

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I needed all these good vibes.

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It took me almost 9 months, OP. Hang in there buddy.

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Hi OP, it's the same with me. I think it's just hard to find a job right now.

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Everyone feels like you. Don’t let you down

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It’s just slow right now. I’m in a decently named/big shop right now and still have a hard time going anyone else.

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Same. I’m sorry. We’ll all get there. Keep the faith.

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It took me a while to land in a big shop, but keep pushing and you’ll get in.

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3 years later and I'm still looking

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Which places?

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The hardest part is getting your foot in the door! Be proud that you’re landing those interviews first and foremost. Then maybe see if there’s anything you can improve in your interview skills. And also don’t forget that a lot of it is situational and not anything about you. You got this.

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I spent six years at smaller agencies before I got a job at a shop with national accounts. Keep working hard. You can do it. If you’re not getting the work you need at your current shop, do some spec.

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I’m in the same boat..looking in NYC. Do you need a partner?

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It took me 6 months and lots of interviewing, keep it up!

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Haha I’d move there at least @AD1

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