Like many people in the ad industry I was made redundant last year. Today I got a message from a member of my old team saying that their new line manager was constantly smashed on cocaine and was irrational and unstable. Do I just walk away with a not my f problem; do I get the HR team involved (who were frankly shit during the redundancy period) ; get senior management involved or call the police?

Consumed with negativity and unhappiness. How do you stay positive when faced with unrealistic deadlines and mean managers!?

Can you lose your job if you don’t like the animosity from your creative team and speak up about it ? Genuinely worried I might be disrupting the peace by saying something 🥴 the anxiety is terrible! Do I just accept it that they don’t like me or speak up and potentially burn that bridge?

For those that are home grown (at least 2 levels) into the PPMD level, how has your relationship with juniors that you’ve been close to from the start evolved? Have you had to pull away from them (intentionally or not) or are you just as close? Is the saying “it’s lonely at the top” rung true for you?

Campus visit (non interview) says to wear business casual. Jeans and dress shirt tucked ok?

My manager asked me to help sprint this proposal. I’m out in 6 weeks. How do I kindly tell him to GTFO

I was passed over for partner but will make of counsel at a V50 firm. I’ve put in the work to make partner, but the firm is making very few this year (less than 10). Am I wrong to feel disrespected?

A partner emailed you, recognizing your hard work and thanking you (you billed aweful lot of hours this month). Do you respond or not?

Are blue jeans client-friendly when styled appropriately and paired with a blazer? Or are jeans always a no-go?

I’m sending close out emails and don’t want to be disingenuous. What do you say when it was NOT a pleasure working with someone? Looking for ideas on how to close out the message.

TIA

What are some issues or conflicts you face at work because of your queer identity?

Seeking advice on how to react when a colleague asks how much you make. I don’t want to disclose what I make given the person asking definitely makes less and it will cause drama

I’ve worked 14+ days every day in November except yesterday when I only logged 6 hours of work (billable plus non-billable) (were required to upload our time every night now). How long should I wait after hanging up with our CFO just now who called me to tell me I’m behind and slacking to update my resume?

I made a mistake at work yesterday and my boss was being super mean about it. How do I move past this?

How do you deal with a management that doesn't seem to have a concrete process in doing campaigns? (Continued)

Hi all, How do you deal with having a good relationship with an ex-colleague, and then that person switches jobs, becomes a hiring manager, is hiring for a position you’re perfect for (experience + credentials) and then you reach out to them saying you’re interested and why it would be a good idea - and then they completely ghost you..I also sent an application via the website and got rejected. I am really always trying to help out old coworkwrs with getting jobs, but this is just frustrating 🥲

Tips for managing difficult employees? It's my first time having direct reports and they challenge EVERYTHING. How do I motivate them and get them working with me instead of against me?

What are some good books to read if I want to learn how to better show up for the team as a manager?

Partner sends out TY email for great teamwork on a large project. Senior forwards the email to myself and other staff. People who put most amount of hours were excluded from Partner's email. Cont.

What's the best way to be supportive of a partner who struggles with addictive tendencies?

Best PE firms in Chicago?

For all those that have taken on a trainee to team up: what do you think is a fair split?

Is S& going to match MBB pay bump?

I know a lot of firms have strong LGBT groups, and I'm definitely not saying it's the same, but any idea how poly people are treated or if you've even seen anyone out about it?

Looking at the City of Chicago phase 3 guidelines for residential buildings and it says gyms should remain closed, but amenities can open (not pools) with limited hours and occupancy

Anyone here took the USI localization program?

I would like to start a monthly restaurant supper club, OR if anyone has one I want to join.

I have been working in healthcare clinics and health techs for a few years now. I’m an independent consultant. Bust, a friend of mine referred me to a big bank job. The role is of data governance manager. What should I know for the interview, or how can I prepare for it? Any thoughts? They told me I don’t need financial background. Data is data, but they wanted to know metadata management and how do I build frameworks/implement enterprise systems.

Have you ever joined a firm purely based on how many POC would be in your practice area?

Need to buy an engagment ring and I am clueless. What should be the diamond carat?

Hi Fishes,
Any Idea how much can I expect from a company like 'Kaiser Permanente', in US (Florida) in a contract role with 8 years of experience as a Full Stack Developer.

Need your suggestions
I got offer from product based company and intiated notice period in TCS. Now manager is saying he'll intiate on site opportunity for Mexico. And asking to revoke notice only after official confirmation for Visa. What should I do now.
Offered CTC -9.3lpa
Cctc 3.6Lpa

Hello Everyone
1. Wanted to know what are the roles and responsibilities of HR Solutioning Teams and how can one enter those teams ?
2. Also is having in-depth backed knowledge and practice on Workday has massive demand in the market?

Help! With the season change my face is so dry. Even after moisturizer it looks like my foundation was applied on top of snakeskin. Any suggestions for moisturizers or something else to help?

Has anyone in nyc been to LM Medical for Botox? In Greenwich village

Anyone need help with content? I can help create marketing content, eCommerce product shots & user-generated content (UGC) videos to run as ads.

Don’t hesitate to reach out !

What’s going on at Engine? Seem to be losing a lot of good people including the CSO.

Considering moving to London to freelance until I find fulltime, how’s freelance currently looking?

Interested to know: how nervous do you feel about losing your job during these strange days? And do you feel like your company is taking advantage of that at all, knowing you won’t leave?

Howdy sweet Londoners, does anyone know of any agencies that are currently hiring? Open to both Perm or freelance opps. Thanks!

Best recruiters out there for senior strategy roles in London?
Looking to talk to someone about my next step

Why is the ad community in London so cliquey?

So, how was your Monday?

Iain Tait and Ben Armistead leaving W&K - anyone know what’s going on there?

Name the agency you hated working at. 🍿

I’m new to the country. This is a bit out there but where do you get an abortion? Do you need a referral through your GP? After that is there a long wait?

London parents: What’s the best place to buy uniforms for girls? Would also be grateful for any tips for making it feel a bit less…well, uniform.

My agency is making salary cut backs cause of covid-19. Whole agency at 80%. Because I'm on a junior salary in Manchester that means 80% is less than minimum wage. Do I have any rights?

Why are some entries on the creative circle shortlist in red? Have they accidentally leaked the gold award winners?

Anyone found the silver / bronze winners for Creative Circle yet?

How is Karmarama these days? Good work + nice people? Can’t access the campaign school reports…

Pandemic induced pressure & burnout. Is every agency bad at present? Desperate to move on before it kills me but worried it’s not diff anywhere else. Hearing people are off sick in lots of agencies.
Or does anyone have positive experiences to share?

How's Major Players for recruitment in a strategy role? First time to look into UK-based roles, so I don't really know who's a good recruitment firm

Is it standard or common for ad agencies to cover egg freezing and/or IVF? It’s a common perk in the US

Creative Directors in London: what’re you earning? Please add years of experience and or awards. 👀✊