Should I stop wasting my time and assume that any Leo Burnett (or I’m sorry, LEO) posting is going to someone internal or one of their friends?

Going to the Oakland A's game this evening. Any bars nearby to watch basketball beforehand? Or anywhere in the ballpark that will show the games?

I’ve heard that AP/Principal/SM (the level immediately below Partner) is the hardest place to exit. Is this the prevailing wisdom you’ve heard, and why is it so difficult to exit at that level?

Where do you find inspiration for topics to seed the community with?

Anyone who plays badminton or squash casually here?

Moved to the city about 6 months ago and I’ve been disappointed in my experience. I know the pandemic is playing a factor but I didn’t expect the winter days as gloomy as they’ve been. For those who have lived here for a while, is this normally what the winters are like? What do you do to keep things interesting when you can’t go outside? Last two months have made me consider moving but part of me feels like I won’t have given the city a fair shot

sometimes I feel like the reward of being productive is more work lol

Anyone go through interview process for growth equity associate roles? Wondering how case studies / overall technical questions will vary from the traditional LBO PE prep materials / models I prep wit

Just got a new job! How long until I can update my linkedin? I’ve heard you should wait until you’re two weeks into the job - is that accurate?

Do you think people working in the pharma industry will gain more trust, respect, or positive vibes in 2021 after vaccines are widely distributed? Right now it’s the industry with one of the lowest perception scores

Hi Sharks,
I also want to work in some product based firms or tech giants like amazon, flipkart, adobe and so on. But main problem is i live in mumbai and most of this opportunities are from banglore or Hyderabad and i dont have any plans to relocate.. any suggestions on this if any of this gives wfh or any such company is present in mumbai Amazon Flipkart Google Deloitte Adobe

Accenture strategy C2 pay?

Any recommendations for Harrisburg? Starting a new engagement there

How difficult/easy was it for you to land your first job after receiving your Bachelors? What do you wish you did differently? What is something you are glad you did?

Changes in the healthplans are going to drive me to spend hundreds in out of pocket early on and I'll meet my deductible whether high or low. Any advice on how to choose a policy?

Tier 2 to MBB fish... How has recruiting for other jobs compare at the two firms?

Anyone else get ghosted by more than one recruiter at the same agency? Thought I would have better luck when the first recruiter who was notorious for ghosting left but the new one ghosted me too...

How many of you had a first transfer success? Curious to hear what issues prevent it from happening

What’s the tea on TDH Chicago?

thinking about making the move to Havas, I’ve heard they’re making a lot of changes and restructuring. Trying not to base my decision off of all the rumours. Any thoughts from current employees?

I see several AE openings at FCB. Anyone know what the accounts are?

Looking for a contact at DDB! Obviously times are very weird right now, but I’ve been wanting to make a move to Chicago soon-ish or when hiring freezes are over. And would love to try to get in the door there as a mid level - senior AD!

Thoughts on OMD chicago?

What’s strategy like at Digitas? Any scoop?

Does anyone know who is running production out of Kohler up in WI?

What would you all say a VP, Management Director at an Ogilvy, Leo or FCB make? $150k sound right? Appreciate any insight here.

How are Ogilvy and McGarry Bowen these days, creative wise, client retention, good “place” to work, work-life balance, etc.?

Does anyone ever get reached out to from FCB? They always have an insane amount of job listings

Thoughts on Prime Ocean here?

I’ve been seeing a junior copywriter opening at DDB on LinkedIn for a few weeks now. Does anyone know if that actually exists?

Also, major bonus points if you have a good person to email there.

Any HR contact for FCB Chicago? Saw an Associate Producer position that I’m interested in applying to. Thanks in advance

More layoffs last week at Leo B. Seems they went after more Seniors & $alaries. Thank you France.

What does tronc (formerly Chicago Tribune Publishing) do, exactly? What’s the role of an ad copywriter there? They are vague on both the job posting and their website—but I’m also getting desperate.

Chicago media agency people - what’s your company’s current RTO policy?

I’ll start:

Spark - 2 days a week mandatory in office this year, 3 days mandatory in office next year.

Aldi at Digitas? 👀

Any opinions on HCB Health in Chicago? Glassdoor says 4 stars but only 11 reviews. Account role

Do any of you know anything about Mabbly?

Who’s the HOP @ Havas Chicago?