So, like, is anyone currently able to save for retirement? I'm turning 40 this year and have almost nothing put away. Anytime I start to save, I lose my job, or some other major financial crisis hits, then I have to pull out whatever I have saved. But at the moment, I can't even afford to put anything in savings.

Has anyone else turned down a tech job for banking? It was a hard decision but ultimately, I decided that the experience and training I'll get here is second to none. Hope I don't regret this decision

Hello Fishes,

Need your input please

If i get lowballed package with good learning curve. Is it better idea to stick to it for next eight month and make another switch to recover the loss? Or should I search better job ? I have only 20 days left in notice

Do any of the MBB’s do DD for VC clients?

What does everyone think of the new Cartier Santos?

How does having an MBA in Business Analytics pay out? Is there a demand out for it? Is the job function/requirements enjoyable?

Outside of practicing with a partner, what are you guys doing for prep? I’ve looked at LOMS but wondering if it would be enough.

Which Mckinsey office in the Middle East is hiring? Does Dubai office still hire experienced hire now?

Brand managers who have to manage integrated agency teams (IAT), how do you manage agency squabbling over swim lanes and Frankenstein strategies? Do you actually find these helpful??

How is everyone’s workload? I was insanely busy the last month but the past week or so has slowed significantly.

Anyone willing to share what WLB looks like at some of the large CROs?

The old administrator at my department won't allow me to write on what I want, even though I thought that was implicit when I joined. Can I push her to allow me to take control of my research?

Average salary for a Senior Associate who’s in the process of getting their CFP?

Does Jeffries Energy IB group have great exit opportunities into PE?

How are you all feeling about going into the holiday season while being remote? Missing the company holiday parties, or happy to be able to do your own thing?

Wondering for anyone who got their CFF (Ceritified Financial Forensics) designation. Was it difficult? How long does it take to study for using the review course? Is the exam mainly multiple choice or short answer and how difficult? Any guidance or tips would help please. I already have my CFE but just want to know if CFF is worth it

Best work/life balance companies for moms in Chicago?

do you cover your tattoos for client meetings? i already had tattoos but were easy to hide on camera, i now have a pretty full sleeve (all visible on camera) and not sure if i should cover them (wearing long sleeve top or cardigan) or just live my best life?

The new Volvo commercials are 🔥🔥🔥

Dear Creative Directors who’s only talent is showing up to meeting with a full repertoire of buzzwords, die slow. Thanks, everyone.

I really need to know. Does anyone genuinely care about their jobs anymore? Money aside.

Chat Bots and Artificial Intelligence. Ok, go!

Any word on Swift in Portland?

Adoptable dogs on beer cans: copy or coincidence?

Motorworks Brewing in Florida did this years ago, and now Uncommon just did the exact same thing for Brewdog beer.

Straight up plagiarism imo. Literally search "adoptable dog on beer can" and the Motorworks stuff comes up, so not googling the idea beforehand is not an excuse.

Just got the shaft on a regular component to the clients business, how can I handle next steps?

It’s hard to be motivated when rounds of layoffs happen and you see all your friends leave. But one thing that’s gotten me through all of this is working out. And when I say workout I mean the most pathetic, sad, barely completed beginner-level cardio dance routines. I’ve somehow forced myself to move while on lockdown and it’s somehow forced me to feel better. Whatever you’re doing, wherever you are: get up and move even if you don’t finish or end up going on a walk. Pls take care of yourself❤️

NYC: my wife has about 16 years of professional graphic design experience in the garment industry. She wants out. She’s thinking about branding, UX, or digital design. Continued....

Thank you all for existing on Fishbowl and for being such a supportive community. It’s been a difficult year, but at the end of the day, I’m glad to have people to commiserate/celebrate with ❤️🙂❤️

Anytime a client says “thanks for the creative thinking” just know they’re going to kill everything.

In a typical advertising creative team structure, who vets the new hires? ECD? CD? Trying to get some clarity as I work at a small shop with CD being the highest title.

Can someone explain how billable hours work? At a new agency and although I had to fill timesheets at my previous agencies, they were mainly used to ensure we weren’t over servicing a client/for setting the appropriate retainer for contract renewals. I asked ppl at my agency but haven’t gotten a proper explanation. I get the impression that billing to the agency admin code isn’t recommended, and my manager said he bills everything to client codes, but that doesn’t make sense to me .

I got the job. That is all.