My firm typically does insurance defense, but we take plaintiffs cases here and there. Is it typical that work done by associates on contingency cases isn’t counted toward their billable hour requirements unless and until we receive our fee on the case? This is my first experience with this, but it’s hard for me to reach my hours as is, without spending time on non billable cases like this with no assurance that I’ll see billable credit at the end.

The “Pour one out for the L train” ads by Kombucha are part of the problem... cont

Partner: Let’s take the data in the spreadsheet and put it in PowerBI so we can cut it up.

Me: What? It’s already cut up in the spreadsheet. I don’t get it.

Also me: Yeah! Analytics!

Any particular segment of sales good for ex-finance? Currently 3 years in at fortune 100 bank on business development side (on commercial loan originations team but no commission/targets at the associate level, basically do credit analysis and build pitch books for the producers) This role has been great as I have gotten both analytical experience and tasted sales experience (I say taste bc I’m not the producer) but would potentially like to transition to a sales role that is less analytical

I have heard very less flow of work in PWC AC’s. Does this mean recession impact has begun and they can start terminating employees on bench???

I've been living here for a while but still haven't been out to Lake Norman. Would you recommend? All insider tips are welcome lol

We have worked hard and invested into our respective professions!! i find it insulting what is being offered as far as compensation!!!

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Does PHR certification help in India, as this is globally recognised how much valuable is this currently in indian job market.

Do we got some good offers or its another certificate just to add to CV after so much of investment & time I don't want to get this wasted !!

Need suggestions ??

Is anyone noticing keyword manipulation (price hikes) for search campaigns or fake traffic/bots hitting their remarketing campaigns on Google Ads? I seem to be experiencing a bunch right now

Hi there anybody here work with influencers & creators often? Would love to network and pick your brain on the legal side/contract clauses to include 🙏🙏🙏 as I'm trying to propose an influencer strategy at my company. Thanks

Anyone know the salary bands for acd/cd/gcd at publicis agencies?

What's the best way to switch from sales to completely marketing domain? Have been taking up product marketing initiatives and content management as secondary KRAs to develop a base(My primary KRA is business development). Can someone suggest how we can go about the switch and how can we show value to recruiters when switching jobs?

I’m work Operations for ML and am looking at Investment Banking roles at ML in New York, any advice when applying that could help me?

Senior Quality Engineer with 5 years experience in manufacturing in the Midwest. What should I expect/would be fair compensation? I run process improvement projects, fight manufacturing fires, qualifications etc. (honestly more of a hybrid ME than QE).

Hey guys, newbie here please be gentle with me 😅. I have recently accepted an offer but my gut tells me it might not be the best for my future move. As usual there a probation of three months during which the notice period is half the time as compared to if I was a comfirmed staff. Do you think I should start looking and make use of the shorter notice period during my probation?

General practice or specialized center of excellence (CoE)? KPMG Strategy has certain CoEs, one of which I am part of. The TMT general practice hints at wanting to bring me over. What are the pros associated with becoming more of a “generalist”? I’m current in the technology CoE. M level

Who are the good international recruiters?

Does anybody know which are the best in-house agencies to work for? Thanks!

Does applying via LinkedIn really work? What are your experiences?

Who here is freelancing while working full time?

Hi. Can I bounce some ideas for a spot off one of ya?

Did you ever lose all hope in finding happiness in this career but then did something pivotal that helped you achieve it?

What did you do?

I’m spent.

Did you feel “ready” the first time you managed a team? Or insecure?

I’m transitioning into a role where I’ll be more hands on in production. Previously, the producers handled the budget, contracts etc. I haven’t done this in a long while so I hope I could get some answers here to be more prepared

This is a much smaller company so I imagine I’ll have to take on some of that eventually.

What are the standard day rates today for a stylist, photographer, Director, DP, set designer, prop stylist? Are there resources out there I can just look up?

Offered 8 grand less than interns who were hired on last year...need negotiation advice!
Is it appropriate to bring up that I know the salary amount that was offered there in previous years?

Hi Creatives! What tool does your Resources Management team use? Also, what software are you using for creative workflow? Also include if you like it or if you have any favorites. Thanks in advance.

Looking to move to New York - does anyone know which agencies are hiring these days?

What are the advantages/disadvantages to being partnered with someone more senior? I’m mid-level, busting my ass to go senior. My partner is senior, busting their ass to get to ACD. (Cont’d)

can a writer explain the new season of Dave to me?

How suspicious is it that the client that just gave the pitch of VW in the US to Johannes Leonardo used to be one of the executives from Johannes Leonardo?

The industry is crumbling under our feet and I still can’t decide if I want to go in-house or not. I’m afraid it won’t be as exciting and I won’t travel as much. But also, I need a job. So 🤦‍♂️

Living outside of NYC and remote interviewing for a job, landing an offer, then relocating to NYC -> anyone ever done this?