Just got through a conversation with MD of an agency being told I am ‘aging’ out of the industry and should make the change now before it’s too late. And a happy new year to me

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Update to this little fiasco - in the final stages of negotiating two new jobs at better agencies and both significant pay increase - both leadership positions.

likeupliftingsmart

That’s amazing.

like

Send them a follow up email which summarizes the conversation in a non-threatening way ("thank you for the guidance/advice yesterday on my career outlook in advertising at this stage in life, I appreciate your perspective, blah blah blah")--to get them to respond/acknowledge they said it, so if you are let go you have some strength and legal leverage.

likeupliftingsmarthelpful

Yes! Always follow up verbal conversations like this with an email.

like

Inappropriate and illegal. Your life, your career, your choice. Find somewhere you are appreciated. Experience is priceless. The young ones need strong leadership - I’ve seen what happens when there is a whole agency of 20-somethings and it is unspeakable.

likefunny

Jesus. I’d say talk to HR. But they are worthless

like

How old is the agency MD?

like

How did it come up? Maybe you are aging out. Just being honest (as someone who probably is as well). There’s a reason this group exists.

funny

🙄

like

I just turned 50. I “aged out” years ago, so I’m basically stuck riding this razor blade through to retirement. And given where I am, I’ll be lucky to get 2 more raises in that time.

like

What is this "raise" you speak of?

Also curious how that would come up. Sounds so incredibly illegal.

like

Yes!!!! Congrats

like

You made my morning!

like

Change to what, exactly?

That’s a euphemism for 'get out’

There are agencies and companies who will love your experience. Polish up your resume and get out of there. Be glad the MD is telling you this to your face and not just behind your back.

JFC

Related Posts

What price did you buy your bitcoin/litecoin/ethereum at? Have you sold any?

I’ve been in and out of GME puts making money on the rise in price. Yesterday bought contracts for Mar exp at strike price $6 - made over 1k today. Entry price was .22 per contract. There are a lot of different ways to profit from the meme stocks. Trade your plan.

like

Should those of us who write code be taking a moral/ethical responsibility for what the code is used for?

likesmart

Hi guys how's work life balance in EY India in technology line? What is the average working hours during normal times and peak season? I would be really glad if someone can help me with this! Thanks!

like

How often do y'all pull all-nighters?

like

Hello. Is the Nvidia stack (deepstream sdk, tensorRT, Gstreamer, CUDA, etc.) widely used? Are the skills transferrable and worth learning?

like

Does Paytm offers transport services as well for their Noida office situated at sector -98…?

Add a comment with the designation levels in your bank.

like

Hi,
I have been working as accountant for past 10 years at a logistics company. I want to change my route and join different industries for better challenges and opportunities. How can I approach new firms with this single industry background.

like

Coz only you could fill this Empty Space Tell me now ....😛

like

I don’t have the relieving letter as of now.. it will take some time for my current organisation to release it.. how can i ho forward with the onboarding???

like

Anyone listening to the podcast “Dr. Death”? Both fascinating and horrifying...

like

Currently working as AVP in Barclays. Experience 10.2 years. Got offer from Credit Suisse with AVP. Should i negotiate for VP designation? P.S - As per glassdoor, My pkg offer from CS already falls in VP range.

like

Any Infor M3 consultant here.

Can we deallocate CO if it is already at status 66. If yes how to deallocate it

like

What's everyone's experiences working with a board certified behavior analyst from the district?

like

I have completed three rounds at PepsiCo , two technical rounds and HR round, it’s been a week and talent acquisition team says offer letter is pending with HR team, any reasons?

What is the scope of DevOps Engineer in Salesforce?

like

Hey folks,
What is the minimum year gap required for Affidavit at TCS?

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal