Super excited to share another round of Pimp Happy Hour talk! I've invited Matthew Low, ACD at BBDO Worldwide New York and creator of the amazing initiative called Bouncing Back – a video series meant to highlight people who have been laid off to Covid-19.

We will talk about the project, his thoughts about how the market will be once things get better and what tips he can give for people affected by COVID-19.

Register here

Hi fishes,

Does anyone know how is the mastecard project at hcl for automation testing. Is it good regarding to work culture and wlb?

@hcl

Hi fishes,

Had an interview with Hexaware and 3 days back HR1 called me and said she will send the offer letter next week. 2 days back HR2 called me and said a client interview is scheduled for you and I attended that. Now if I fail to clear the client interview round, will I not receive the offer letter that is promised by the HR1?

Every time I start a new project, I just look forward to the roll off date. It’s just so sad how I never find any of my projects exciting or fulfilling. I’ve been looking for a new job outside of consulting for years but haven’t landed anything. I just feel mediocre at best not knowing how to even do my own job since the requirement changes all the time.

I'm an A1 and want to move to industry. would anyone be able to provide a referral to Salesforce or Slalom? I'm looking at a couple non-client facing roles there

Hi all,

I am serving my notice period, I want to get released from the project. Is it possible to get released when serving notice period?

My ECD keeps changing our work before it goes to client and it's cost us making good work. Our books are suffering because he can't get his hands off the tools. Our books are only full of spec now.

I have client round on friday.. So anyone please help what kind of questions they can ask in client round..? Automation testing using selenium and 6 yoe

Interested in relocating to DEN and looking for a senior client services role. Lots of big brand/agency experience (traditional, digital, and experiential). Leads or suggestions would be amazing!

Hi fishes!

I am seeing too many post about awards like rising star, Kudos, etc. People keep telling there managers recommended them for these awards.
My manager doesn't interact much with us. I consider myself as some one who has worked hard for project and other intiatives. Should I ask my manager to consider me and if yes how should I initiate it.
Part of MC team.

Thank you.

I am the president of our school board at Franklin Country School Corporation in Brookville, In. I would like to start a NASA Stem project starting in school year 2022-2023. Does anyone know where I need to start?

Best hotel to book in Chicago - moving out there for a long client engagement.

Guys how is Tata Cliq project in Nagarro, how about WLB and timings

Rolling off the project ... I am looking for a project who will give me an opportunity in a functional role ... why is it so hard to get a functional role as an analyst ... I have an offer for Cutover task ... I had very bad experience doing Cutovers, not really motivated taking up this role. Is cutover always hectic and long hours?

Supply chain Experts. There is an ask from client to measure a KPi 'synchronization measure from raw materials to FG' from planning team. They need my suggestion. Is it right to think about throughput time (processing time +inspection time+moving materials+Queuing time) or the other way of showing split up ( washing +cutting + inspection + freezing +packing materials). Pls suggest

Hi fishes! I work as a freelance marketing and brand strategist for startups across industries. If anyone’s looking for a project basis freelancer for the same, please share leads or DM! Would love to share the work I have done and any references if needed :)

My pregnant sister thought she had COVID and her OBGYN told her it wasn't her problem!!

Hi fishes, I'm a Java developer:
YOE- 3
CTC- 7 lpa
Working in a MNC service based org.
I am looking for a job in a product based organisation and my company is offering a 2 week client visit in Europe somewhere around oct-nov. Should I stay for that will it add any value? Or should I just give my papers (resign) and focus on looking at opportunities outside?
I need a better financial state till what can I aim for?

I have offer from IBM with 16 LPA and Mindtree 18 LPA. Mindtree confirmed me S4 HANA implementation proj and IBM will be in open pool and might be any project. 4.5 yrs exp..SAP SD

Need ur suggestions pls to join which company IBM or mindtree ?

Anyone know of a good app for healthy recipes with Macros etc.

Hi dear coaches,

Here's a wannabe coach who needs some guidance. I am 26 y/o, have worked in research and corporate world. As i entered the adult world and started working when 20y/o i missed the time i used to volunteer for organizations talking about leadership and motivation. I have a job that fulfills me, working in a top company blah blah but i don't feel i am giving to the world. Social media makes me feel people need guidance. I want be a coach but what's the best way to start?

I already have the SHRM-SCP. . would it be a value add to go for the SPHR as well?

Is it worth joining ZS Associates post MBA from a tier 1B college to be in the consulting domain? Under the conditions of not getting any better consulting firm and if the pay is pretty decent

Who makes more - freelance CDs or freelance video directors (all else equal)?

Anyone know a good resource on briefing for a logo design project?

What the hell does GS Special Situations do? Anyone heard anything on comp?

What can I expect in legato if I have an counter offer of 16.5 (50k joining included) ?
Tech :Qa Automation
Yoe : 5

Can we get work from home projects in CTS? When is wfh going to end?

Just wanted to confirm if we have an option for buyouts during the NP,is it normally negotiable to 30 days,how does it work?

Does studying for top consulting firms’ case interviews help in any way for interviews with other firms (e.g., FAANG case interviews) ?

What books would you recommend for someone wanting to get better at sales?

Have an offer from AWS for an L7 Principal PMT role: $215k base + $275k sign on bonus for Year 1 and $215k for year 2 + 5100 RSUs (@ $130 / share). This is the initial offer; where is there room for negotiation? Base or Sign on Bonus or RSUs? I realize it's a good offer, but I'm looking for: $225k base + existing sign on + 5500 RSUs. Does that sound like a decent counter?

I have a question for you guys:

What's the best way to get my hands on some free traffic?

Hi fishbowl! I am an award winning freelance creative behind a big viral campaign, I am available to start a new gig this Monday, my current freelance gig at a big pharma agency is ending. My expertise is big dangerous ideas as well as design. I take my ideas from concept to execution. Please reach out if you’d like to see my website / connect.

Anyone looking for a UX writer/content designer? I’m a CW trying to transition to a more UX-heavy role, but I’ve done some UX stuff like website copy, landing pages, emails, and metacopy.

Anyone have a tax accountant / CPA here in Atlanta they like?

What is the standard billing for a surgical PA? 20% of what the MD is billing? Does anyone know?

I was discussing my recent job search with some friends and we got into a small debate. I stand firm on not wasting my time applying for a job that doesn't post the salary with the job description, anyone else do this? I feel like anytime I have interviewed for a job that didn't post the salary, they end up lowballing me during the offer phase.

Curious to know how closely you (creatives) work with your strategy/ planning counterparts. What is the dynamic you share?

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?

How hard is it to get a job in another country? There’s a bunch of international agencies I admire, but I don’t know anyone who’s searched for an international job.

Anyone know what freelancing in Amsterdam is like? Any agencies to avoid?

Are there French people in the room ?

Dear CDs and ecds who give all the good projects to your favs, know that we all see you and your favs will be the first to leave because you stacked their books too fast. Love, everyone else.

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)_/¯

Hey guys, question regarding new years resolutions. Anyone know some good books about how to lead better and step up to become a great CD?

Been seeing more jobs for art directors than copywriters. A lot more
Is it just me or anybody else seen this too?
Is this normal?

I’m a junior AD and constantly staying late to design web pages, social posts, emails, and HR internal projects. Feel dead inside. Is this just life as a junior? My first full time gig

I interviewed for an internship at an agency I wasn’t super excited about, but wanted to get some interview practice in. When I met the ACD who interviewed me, we really hit it off and it made me (..)

I hate it when I hear an AD say they "can't draw." No one is expecting a work of art, just a shitty sketch that illustrates the idea.

Been on meetings w/ account & strategy all day & in between i’m trying to get work done. Then we hang up & they message me asking to connect AGAIN. LEAVE ME ALONE!! 😭 my introverted self can’t deal.

Can anyone explain why agencies seem to favor hiring a ton of freelance people over full time creatives? I can’t imagine it’s cheaper than paying someone a salary.

As the new creative team, what’s the most valuable topic to discuss with a media team at a different agency when working together for the first time? Beyond the standard what’s working/running, etc?

Did anyone else watch the One Show special awards ceremony earlier? Did you also find it irritating?

I’m a designer on an in-house design team in the mortgage industry. Our senior designer passed on managing our team and they’ve asked me to fill the role unofficially until the end of the year as training, then make it official.

I don’t know what the previous managers have made and I’m not sure of the range yet, but how would you go about salary negotiations?

Fellow AD: I need to work on my craft more. What process do you have when polishing your work? Do you have a check list? A workflow? Etc.

Idea: An episode of Undercover Boss where the CEO is unknowingly embedded with the Undercover Board of Directors.