Most people haven't done the math — and when they do, it's both exciting and sobering.
A $150k salary often needs $200k+ in freelance billings just to break even.
What actually stops most people isn't the math — it's the irregular income hitting a fixed-expense life.
The freelancers who win treat it like a business from day one: retainer clients over project work, rates that account for the gaps, and a 6-month runway before they quit.
Did you run the numbers — and what did they tell you?

I’m currently at a boutique agency where it’s just me and my boss doing RM for about 200+ people. I have been there for almost a year and have implemented some new processes that are starting to help streamline the process. I currently make $85K. Is this an appropriate salary for my level? I am being approached for RM roles at consulting firms and other agencies. I like the idea of building something here but would also like better benefits (more vacation, better mat leave).

Congratulations!! You are getting that email, call and a meeting to announce the highest salary you have ever received in your career.

How to deal with people flirting with you at work.
I’m married, and one of my coworkers flirts with me. Nothing super overt, but definitely not professional. We’re good friends and work together constantly because we’re on the same client, so I don’t want to make it awkward. Do I just do nothing and let it go? It is mostly just odd I’m not super offended, but I’m also clearly uninterested!

Who all started hating Globant India…. Because of stupid..idiotic studio culture

For new joiners…. You have to slog in project….but in appraisal only a**licking of studio leadrs is considered…
Share your experiences.

P.S. left globant 3 months back only because of this reason
P.S.S. New joiners if you mind your own business… you are not good at chamchagiri… avoid globant please

I have taught Pk-2 (full time aides) & SpEd inclusion K-8 with parapros. This will be my first time alone in a classroom of 27 3rd graders. What is your favorite project to do in 3rd??

Hi All Fishes,
I'm a 5 year experience UI developer in Angular with very little experience in Java backend.
My current CTC is 17.5lpa and I'm thinking to switch company for personal financial reasons.

Is it appropriate to expect a salary range between 40-45lpa given my experience and skills?

After rejecting big companies like Infosys,Wipro, etc. I've joined EPAM Anywhere due to wfh permanently and it's perks. But after spending 1 and half month HR called me to search the opportunity outside of EPAM, means they're laying off people. It's unfair behaviour of the organisation. I've given some interviews they're playing interview interview with me, for the hiring process technical interview then for project - technical interview, client process - starts from 1st Round.EPAM Systems

How much will be in hand salary for capgemini/cognizant for ctc 30lpa.

TIA

Decided that I’m leaving audit today. Trying to understand the full range of opportunities in forensics. Will have my CPA and CFE. So far, I understand that there are client-serving firms like FTI and then the B4 will have forensics arms as well. What are some other forensic accounting roles? Pros and cons? Better than audit? Honestly just looking to learn anything.

Are there any disadvantages of joining a C2H role purely on the basis of high CTC even though it is for a big client of the contractor company?

Looking for guidance: Can a company require its employees to sign a confidentiality agreement prohibiting disclosure/discussion of their individual wages/salary information? Does this run afoul of the NLRA (specifically Section 7)?

Any thoughts on what the 'full' transition to hybrid will look like? Do you think showing up in-person to the office would be required even if the client isn't requesting it? I'm planning on staying WFH for as long and as much as possible and getting concerned about some of the emails we've been getting about the future of hybrid work at PRO.

Currently on H1B. Trying to decide if I should pursue full-time MBA, or get part-time MBA while working. Just got MBB offer with 30% salary increase. Both MBA programs are top 10.

KPMG IT M&A Senior Associate Salary? Looking in ATL as a S1. I’m at 95k as an associate so not sure if there is a nice bump?

What’s a good exit from FDD that does not travel, less meetings, decent comp & wlb?

Hard to make friends here - just moved to the city and found out all my friends here are in pair. Need friends to go out with

How important are snapshots in pwc and how to handle them

Do I send a Thank You email to the recruiter?

Hi fishes, I had completed three rounds including hirevue test for jpmc, HR had asked to share previous payslips but they have not come back post that, will there be any updates from them

I got call from NTT data, how is the company, hikes, work culture ? How much i can expect with 7 yoe.

I am looking to change my career from agency to product marketing or management. Are there any tips or anyone I can talk to consider making this transition? Thanks!

Looking to make a jump. SVP/EVP media agency/client side. 20+ years experience in planning, buying, partnerships, content. NYC or North Jersey
Know any client side recruiters or good agencies looking?

Anyone finding good rates for refis on investment? Got a good rate, 3.335, but the brokers is trying to charge 2% in fees. Kind of kills the deal. The loan amount is only 115k. I’d rather go up to like 3.65 or whatever and not have to pay so much in closing. Any ideas?

Is it smart to set up an LLC for holding investment properties and other securities?

What's up with risk declaration?

I'm working as an Assoc Consultant at KGS Advisory (tech). Are employees allowed to invest in all mutual funds (except those on REL)?
What are the restrictions for people who are not auditing?

Will base jump from 120 - 145 make a significant difference in my saving? Offer has significantly less PTO and a lower 401k match. 32F with 400k saved, interested in buying a home soon in HCOL.

Please help me with 11likes! 🙃

Do any of you care for Mormon populations? As a women's healthcare provider, I want to be supportive.

My old employer asked me if I wanted to come back to the company as a manager. The pay will likely be much better and the position holds more responsibility than I’ve had before, so overall it would be a step up. The issue is I left the company because of an abusive manager who constantly put me down and made me feel like I wasn’t doing anything right. If I come back I’d be working under her again. I’m torn because the opportunity is great but the stress was awful. Continued in comments…

I am a Strategic Sourcing Manager with 7 YOE in both direct and indirect spend across various industries (Life sciences, IT and Insurance) I have been offered a role with Fidelity for 13 lpa + 1.5 variable. Offer seems better than the national average for similar roles but I feel I would be underpaid based on the current market, my skills and value I will be bringing to the table. Any suggestions for offer negotiations?

Hi fishes , I want to know in which month of the year , Cognizant will give yearly increment.

On a contract negotiation call, opposing counsel kept making sports references, such as “You got four out of six here, take the win and leave this one alone” in regards to reasonable modification...

Has anyone received the Keep in Touch program email from McKinsey? (for reference, I didn’t apply for roles but applied for Early Access)

Senior strategists...what’s the salary y’all have?

Los Angeles, ACD (art), 34, $150k

140k / SF / F / 31

What to you do when a recruiter emails you about jobs in another city (LA) and asks what you currently make (in Chicago) if you’re greatly underpaid?

For arguments sake let’s say you make $180k as a Senior Creative in Los Angeles, and you’re asked by a recruiter what you’re looking for what do you say?

Scenarios
A) Lateral Move
B) Title Change

Anyone know salary range for Director of Customer Success @ Stackline?

How much do CCOs make? Mid to large size agency in a major city?

Engagement Director (GAD elsewhere) / current: $160k moving to NYC and need salary guidance for 10 years experience in the city.

VML Sr Art Director position assuming 7-10 years experience. What’s a fair salary expectation for the Midwest? Chicago/Kansas City area.

How much do senior UX designers make nyc?

Freelance at copywriter with 10+ years experience looking to go full time at my current agency to ride out the recession. What kind of salary range can I expect?

Might move from agency to a premium car brand. New position is contract, not W2. Currently making 64k , bonus, 401k, health insurance, 15 days PTO. What $$ ask would be reasonable to recoup benefits?

2nd year ACD salary in LA?

Are annual raises really not a thing in this industry? I’ve been with my company a year and a half and asked for one and was basically told they don’t happen unless the company does really well overal

Anyone from Canada? I’m considering moving but I don’t know what the salaries are like.

How much do Jr. creatives make at BBDO NY?

Why is an appropriate salary for a pharma senior planner role in NYC? Over 6 years of experience, but not solely in planning: 2 years in hybrid planning roles, 3 years in business development, 1 in client services

Recently, the CEO and my boss, the VP gave me the latitude to promote myself and "write my own" job description. I've been the Marketing Manager of this company for about 7 months. Already received 1 raise.

Much of the work in my "new" job description, I've already been doing. My currently salary is $70K. New title is Director of Communications and Systems Integration. What is a reasonable salary increase here.

I have about 7 years experience in this area.

Experiential Marketing position, remote w/ some travel and 5 years of experience. Any idea of salary range?

What’s the Assoc. Strategy Director pay range in Boston? Glassdoor says 140k. Does that sound about right?