Speaking of Minorities in Marketing... Do you find yourself second-guessing your use of the word “minority”? In professional settings, at work? What about in your personal life?

Final day at current company tomorrow and I have 100k+ AMEX points I need to use before they disappear forever. How should I redeem them to get the most bang for my buck?

Any Insurance Broker Account Managers in Oklahoma (Health/Life/ Employee Benefits)? Would you be willing to share your salary information and any information about your work load/the amount of groups you manage and their size as well as your years of experience? I’m trying to determine if mine is comparable to what others receive. Thanks for any insight!

Looking for nonfiction book recommendations relating to international history/diplomacy/American foreign policy!

I have recovered from Corona Virus. Its 6 weeks now and I can tell you that the after effects are real. I have anxiety that I will never get over the fatigue, brain fog, inability to form sentences and words and headaches which make my work days very difficult to get thru.

Anyone have experience with cold emailing CDs looking for freelance? My network hasn’t been coming through lately. Is it an annoyance, or could it be worthwhile?

How is the freelance world looking in Chi right now?

Looking to hire:

• Director of Performance Marketing 

• Google Ads Specialist / Media Buyer (UAC/user acquisition specialist)

• Google Ads Specialist / Media Buyer (Search, Shop, Video/Display)

• Facebook Ads Specialist / Media Buyer

More detailed post in the October Job openings if needed. Otherwise feel free to DM me.

Looking for a referral at Accenture Interactive. Anyone willing to help a friend out ?

Work hours change scenario: 8hours/day for 4 days per week or 6hours/day for 5 days?

Dang, sorry I meant to comment on the post!

Looking for job opportunity in Poltury or Aquaculture for kolkata West Bengal

My husband said he would buy me a Rolex as a “push present” for our first child. I would want just a classic, timeless (no pun intended) looking ladies Rolex watch that I can wear for many years to come. Suggestions on a style? I really don’t know anything about them and would like to get some opinions on what people like since there are so many options.

Any rec for Valentine's day in DC?

To the clients scheduling meetings over the inauguration: get over yourself.

Dear Recruiters on LinkedIn, please don't ghost us as if we have done something wrong, once our profile is rejected or not fit. We deserve to know the reason for rejection. Please be professional.

#Hiring

Hi All
Is their anyone else whose FNF is still pending having LWD before 4th Nov?

Ready to leave my current org to continue the process of learning and growth. Which companies actually have Account Executives hitting quota consistently, have a great product market fit, and have a positive culture geared towards career growth?

What’s the point of having multiple awards for “craft writing” if your agency only sees you as the translator?  🙄

Anybody struggle with imposter syndrome as a minority? How and why? Need some coping strategies man.

How correct is the term “African American"?
What about black people from Haiti, Caribbean, etc.

Is it about where people are indigenous to?

Not all Black Americans are African American,
right?

After 15 years in the industry, I can really say that these last few years have been the most challenging in terms of navigating all the sensitivity and political correctness.

Anyone else hearing from multiple WOC who had their Times Up RSVPs cancelled after the fact?

Anyone good marketing books recommendations or online certifications?

What's the most natural next step for a marketing coordinator?

I’m still trying to process seeing an agency exec well known for dismissing and ignoring POC held up as an exemplary diversity champion for women at the 3% Conference.

African American 🐟 - why do I feel so annoyed when I hear “black” ads on the radio? With the sassy female leads and the urban slang and such. Feels so forced and wack. Just me?

Looking for some inspiration for a project. Ads/brands from any era that have made an impact on you - whether that’s being inclusive and diverse, or making you think wtf. Could be from when you’re growing up or ones you’ve seen recently. Thoughts?

Does anyone know of a place that gives the current or most recent numbers/percentages for the amount of POC in the industry now?

The more I work in advertising, the more apparent that majority of companies (and my own colleagues) don’t know how to reach consumers like me. It’s absolutely tragic. (Cont’d)

How do you all feel about D&I Reports? Do you think they’re still valuable and a stand-alone report or part of an integrated corporate message?

Do you drink or do anything wild at company holiday parties or events? I feel like as one of the only minority associates I have to be extra careful to stay professional. All my white coworkers can talk about is the open bar and how crazy everyone gets...true or false for your company?

The “Pour one out for the L train” ads by Kombucha are part of the problem... cont

Do you have a mentor? I’m in the autumn of my career and I’ve had a  modicum of success in production and it’s time to give back.