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Anyone had success with CISSP audiobooks to study? I got a long commute!

Favorite halal restaurant in Boston? Help a Muslim brother out 😅

Any female fish want to go to the rangers game tomorrow night? FYI I am a penguins fan.

Your secret $-$$ diner in LA County?

Help me with my struggle!

I'm in Oklahoma, and an avid Aldi shopper. Prior to COVID, my favorite merlot was routinely stocked there - under $6 a bottle and better than many $30 bottles I've had. It was by Burlwood Cellars. Sadly, supply chain issues have apparently done a number on Aldi's wine selection and it's not carried there anymore. I've searched high and low for a comparable merlot, but to no avail. So I need alternate suggestions or better still, somewhere I can buy my old fav.

“I get such a rush when I’m eating a taco."

What’s the best meal a vendor can bring in for a L&L?

Curious to know has anyone stumbled upon a bar(cocktails, drinks) that has also nailed social accounts so good so that besides their bar offerings people also cant wait to consume their content?

My family and I want to move from Florida to the Seattle area in 5 years. My husband is in Aerospace Engineering. We both love nature, hiking, and rock climbing. We prefer cool rain over sunshine, miss seeing the seasons, and love to cook.
Any advice, Pros VS Cons, anything to look out for ?
Thank you in advance!

Aadhiyum puriyaamal anthamum theriyaamal
Kaadhalil arangerum kadhai allavo

I've been thinking about making the move to Melbourne from the States for a while now. I'll be heading there for about 2 weeks next month. What are the must-do activities, restaurants, and places to hit while there?

In DC for Labor Day weekend with the bf. What are the fun clubs/bars here that we should try to hit up or any other cool events?

Really remarkable how consistently bad air canada is

It's true. I skipped lunch at work today because I'm fat and now I'm badly craving 14 slices of Chuck E Cheese's cardboard flavor pizza. 😔

Sunday topics ( males only): Anybody thinks of penile derma filler?

How to be good at Sales and have a charismatic personality?
Any words of wisdom? Any great books to read? Any other recommendations?

What do you do about computer problems? It just took me 24 minutes to send a .1 email due to my computer constantly freezing. Is it worth entering that time into non-billable? Or do I just stop whining and work longer to make it up?

Ok finally caught up with the Lululemon hype lol I absolutely love this running leggings I got? What are some good cheap alternatives? I like that it just stays on place and feels so soft.

Are you going to invest in Navi's Index fund ?

What’s the cleanest way to show monthly, quarterly, and annual projections? Would you do it on one tab or 2/3?

Hi Fishes,

I am working in Capgemini past 2.5 yrs in Power Bi domain and total i have 5 yrs of exp in IT industry. But my salary is same as my experience 5 LPA. I know i am getting underpaid. If anyone can refer me help me out ...i can give him my first salary... I am at a high debt.

Hi Guys, I interviewed in EY last week and I got documents submission mail on Monday such as salary slip and Address proof. Does that mean all interviews are done ? If so, how long EY gds India takes to release offer letter. Please comment.

Hello friend,

Any one abscond the notice period in EY.


I Just join - 3 month.

Any one can help me for same what get happened if I do same.

Thanks for you advise

I have been waiting for a month for offer from pwc ac... everytime i call they first said mapping is pending ..now they are saying we are uploading in workday. Any one here can u plsase help me underatand how many days still before i get the actual offer

Hi, I got an offer from Axtria for senior manager role, what amount should I quote there, I am having 13 years of experience in data architecture.
My current is 25 L/a

This weekend flew by smh. Can't believe it's about to Monday already

How do you frame your specialty as a designer?

Trying to emphasize a level of specialization without shutting out too many opportunities.

Curious how far others niche down how they present themselves.

Why J P Morgan is taking time to release the offer letter. Any specific reason ?

I have an offer of John Deere and Ezest of same package which one is better
I have 2.6YoE

Heard a rumor they’re creating an extra grade so promotions will go manager, senior manager, director then partner. Anyone know anymore?

Hoping for help w/ studying. TRANSACTION CYCLES?? I see inconsistent lists online and in books: (Revenue, Purchasing, Inventory, Payroll) vs (Sales, Purchasing, Payroll, Financing) vs....

Thoughts of transfer pricing?

Hey, I'm quite surprised and would like to know why many stay for long duration ( on an avg compared to others) at Novartis despite slow growth in salary

How do you deal with imposter syndrome or extreme self doubt at work? Particularly how to overcome this during a brainstorm for a tight deadline that needs a great idea.

The lack of honesty in this industry saddens me. Dear CDs and ECDs, if you're gonna put work in your book that you barely touched/had nothing to do with, at least credit those who came up with it.

Creatives who don’t code: how did you build your portfolio site?

Mine is currently on WordPress and uses a theme I paid a one-time fee for.

I guess I wouldn’t mind continuing to use WordPress, but I need a refresh.

Anyone have opinions on using page builders like Elementor or Divi with WordPress?

Should I be considering Squarespace or Wix instead? Is Cargo still a thing?

I’ve been a jr at my agency for one year. How should I approach my manager about a promotion? I’ve been taking on a much larger role the past 5 months (cont...)

Creatives that use PowerPoint disgust me that is all have a good day.

Anyone want to work for us in our chicago office and make me some referral money?

We’re looking for ACD’s, seniors, and a mid-level writer. Send me a DM with your book(s) and i’ll refer you.

I came across a copywriter position that I’m interested in, but one of the requirements is 8 years of experience. I’m currently just over 5 years. Would it be ok to still apply?

I’m a Sr AD about to step into an ACD role. This will be my first time being direct report to creatives and being involved in briefing process. Any tips on how to be an awesome direct report? How does a creative successfully contribute to a brief? Please, teach me your ways.

Any other copywriters write on their phone when the computer seems too daunting?

Was skipped over for promotion until later this year but offered title change to Senior Art Director. Do I take the title and hope the pay comes later? Or hold out for it all at once?

ok so you actually really like your current shop, good brands, work life balance, clear progression (believe it or not?!)

Then you get approached by a place a lot of people on this app see as one of the best in the biz

What do you do? Stick or twist…

When sending a cold email to a recruiter, should you include a reason why you’re interested in the agency? Or keep it short and sweet with your book, resume and what you’re looking for?

What was your “That’s it, I quit” moment

Any good packaging places in NY? I’m looking for more packaging focused than branding so not JKR, elm wood etc

Thinking about just taking a shopper marketing job. Haven't really made anything I'm proud of in traditional agencies so I figure get paid better and let go of frustration. What do you fishes think?

I want to transition from advertising into entertainment agencies like Mocean, Hi5, BLT... they are using terms like key art, A/V... is it the same as print and TV spot in advertising instead cont...

What's the over/under on the number of people who post the aviation gin peloton woman ad?

I think we're at about 6 already...

How can a jr designer make a solid jr art director? My book has big idea concepts w/ executions & video but nothing traditional advertising. Interests are: overall mood, meaning, relevance. Any tips?

Bay Area fish!

My friend just recently got promoted to a sr. ad and he knows he’s going to eat a pay bump but wants to know what the norm is. I’ve never moved so my viewpoint isn’t normal. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯