Looking for kickass NY-based freelance strategist/planner for CPG account Email kelley@wearepiro.com. Thanks!

Can’t tell if I’m developing crushes on my coworkers only because they’re the only people I interact with (on zoom) in quarantine 😬

If we were to create an SKP bingo, what should be on the blocks? Ideas include “had a bit too much during WM”, “used WTP in daily conversation”, etc.

Joining Monday—before I buy some new equipment, does Salesforce CSG offer a home office stipend?

Does Deloitte India have a Rewards & Recognition (R&R) policy or something similar for so called high performers (aka boot lickers)?

What are the different categories for receiving an R&R award and how much money do they pay for each of these categories?

I’ve suffered from workaholism for a long time. Thanks to a lot of great self help books and therapy, I’m no longer putting work on a pedestal and I’m spending a lot more time on self care and my marriage. But, unfortunately, I am now getting withdrawals, because my body is used to the daily adrenaline of throwing myself into work. It’s this terrible feeling of like anguish/unease in my gut, but I don’t have anything I’m worried about- it’s like my body wants to find something to worry about.

I have a friend who is a pretty heavy drinker and has started developing health issues from it. He’s not taking it seriously and a lot of our friends also like going out and drinking a lot so it’s just being written off as something funny to laugh about. I don’t want to overstep if he doesn’t want to take it seriously but am I overreacting for finding the whole situation really uncomfortable?

Should cancellation of debt be included in 199A income?

Does anyone specialize in early retirement packages/buyouts? Do you use standard formulas or is each bespoke? What is typically included? What could be thrown in as beneficial or helpful?

This is for Executive level employees with long tenures, some of which are expatriates but of US origins (will include relocation back to US).

Any insight would be appreciated.

Are so many people transferring abroad because of the state of America, or are you just inspired to make a life change?

I can’t stop feeling like the “little girl” in the room when I’m in meetings with senior clients and MDPs who are men (which is all of them). Sometimes it feels like I even purposefully disempower myself so I don’t have to fail on my own. It feels like I assume failure is my default setting, and can’t get out of that mindset. How do I get over this?

Sunday travelers...where are you all heading to this week?

What do you do when you are confident that your supervising partner is dead wrong about a key element to the case, and you believe opposing side will easily win?

Waiting to see more activity in this bowl as we enter the bill market😄

Looking for a job ! Open to sales and recruiter roles . Let me know if anyone hears of anything

The tax split is going to be interesting. Would like to understand how the two tax businesses compare to other firms.

Does anyone have advice on how to give helpful feedback on briefs that are not working? Without getting sucked too in the weeds or taking it over writing it myself? I’m working with a strategist thats fallen through the cracks at our agency. I really want to lift them up but finding their their briefs convoluted, repetitive and regurgitations of the ask. Overwhelmed with where to start

Any brands/campaigns/products who are nailing "Personal"? I have a starter list:
Nike iD
Postmates "We Get It" campaign
Spotify "Only You" Hub
Beats by Dre "Straight Outta Somewhere"
Skittles Super Bowl Ad made for only one person

Any and all examples are much appreciated!

Have any of you worked in digital shops with Product Managers? How did you find the overlap?

How to create brand personality in the age of PC culture when every brand is holier than thou social activist? Wheres the unique and distinct consumer base when every brand is accessible by everyone

When looking to hire a senior strategist, what exercises have you done to ‘test’ strategic approach and lateral thinking?

I’m an AE at an agency in NYC about to make the transition to Strategy. Not sure yet what my title will be exactly but how much should I expect to make as a Junior Strategist or Strategist in pharma? Thanks!

Strategist vs strategic planner vs strategy planner? Discuss

Anddd for a change of topic... any recos on design classes to improve my deck skills?

Can you think of any brands that trade on the psychology of personal growth? Example: noom, peloton

Has anyone in the US relocated to London through their agency? Any advice for how to make that happen? What was the salary adjustment?

What is your super power?

Looking for help with some fresh/interesting insights around trust and the notion of trust? How has it changed over the last few years? Any brands that have played well in this territory?

How’s strategy department at BBH?

Any tips on the best way to take notes during focus group research, to bring back insightful and actionable information to the team?

What are your top questions about strategy, working in strategy, or learning about strategy?

Compiling a list of questions, would love any and all questions!

I’m trying to teach myself the skills I need for a role in Brand Strategy/Account Planning. Any suggestions or advice on how to do that?

“Insights:” so overused that it took several re-reads to realize that a request to “identify 3-4 insights per category” really meant “find supporting stats to use in a direct mail piece.”

Looking for help/tips/feedback regarding Amazon Brand Registry. I’ve been hitting roadblocks and the ‘contact us’ is very static. Thanks in advance.

Top branding agencies and boutiques?

How old is the oldest strategy person in your dept? Is there a ceiling?