Supervisor has a habit of jumping into email threads without context, picking on non-issues and looping in the whole team via email to teach members of our team little lessons.
My gut tells me that this is a way to document a case for termination. Am I overreacting?

I've been biking to my home office everyday so I've been wearing gym clothes and bringing a change of clothes with me. When I get in the morning how long can I sit at my desk before going to change?

Team is already talking about eating hours. My utilization is down cause I was in unassigned for a month in Dec/Jan. What's worse pissing off the partner or having a low utilization? -staff 1

What % do you guys charge a partner to advertise on social using your handle/ad account? Is a 100% markup fee plus an "agency" like fee for maintenance of 15% too aggressive?

What are your tips on convincing a fellow employee not to switch agencies? I really don't want to compete with them

It appears J Crew is filing bankruptcy this weekend and brooks bros might not be too far behind. What are consultants going to wear when we eventually get back to work??

@ PE folks, do you think it’s weird if a new member of your Big Law team of lawyers sends you a LinkedIn request as soon as she starts working with you? Is it less weird if I wait?

(The confession is that I eventually want to go in-house at this PE firm, so I want them to like me 😅)

Ladies, where do you shop for versatile work outfits?

Happy Halloween! Who says Financial Professionals are not creative? Share what you dressed up as for work today?

Any embarrassing moments so far in your first projects?

My team lead calls be exactly at the time of logout and keeps pinging me to complete everything by eod.

How can escape from this situation.
I want to set boundaries in the beginning itself.


Any kind of suggestions are appreciated

I’ll be asking my last job for a letter of recommendation but I’m not sure who to ask. My boss, who is lovely and would write an amazing LOR. Or my boss's boss who would put minimal effort in but it would have more weight.

What does everyone wear for client meetings in a WFH setting

Do you tell your boss you’re going through a breakup? I’m phoning it in and obviously going to be camera off for awhile.

I’m a manager and one of my direct reports makes more than me. It really bothers me. Anyone else been in this situation before? What’s the best way to handle it?

I've been thinking about my career a lot lately. I feel like I've hit a wall, and I don't know how to get past it.

I've been at this job for almost 5 years now, and ever since the day I started, there have been problems with my coworkers. It's not just one person—it's everyone in my department, and they all seem to be working against each other instead of together. Should I leave?

At work do you ever describe who you’re dating without using gender specific pronouns just to avoid finding out if a co-worker is going to act weird about it? Lol

Hi fam! Taking a poll- are you out at work? To everyone or just a chosen few?
And bonus- do you know other Black LGBTQ folks at work that are out to all?

How to handle your own procrastination at work and personal projects (printing kids photos)? Any tips/advice?

Is there a corporate way to bring up to senior leaders that an IC is causing issues across multiple teams because they are demanding and also doesn’t collaborate well? The IC gives vague “direction” then says they are too busy to clarify. They also refuse to use our project management/ collaboration tools.

Can you lose your job if you don’t like the animosity from your creative team and speak up about it ? Genuinely worried I might be disrupting the peace by saying something 🥴 the anxiety is terrible! Do I just accept it that they don’t like me or speak up and potentially burn that bridge?

Does anyone ever redeem Marriott points for gift cards? Is it worth it?

Hello fishes,

Can someone help me out to fill the compensation plan and save more tax with the declared component? My CTC is 22.2lpa. Thanks in advance!

How many unread e-mails do you have in your box right now?

Considering the move from leveraged finance to private debt. Good or bad move?

1. Why does this bowl even exist?
2. Who would rather just turn this into a Dating In DC meme page?

Hi, I'm going on a family vacation to Dominican Republic in January. Looking for some suggestions on best things to do, see and experience.

Does anyone have any teeth whitening recommendations?

My wife getting an offer of senior associate in DXC Bangalore having an 4.7yrs experience in similar field, it’s for Compass US gaap accounting, what should be expected CTC she should ask ?

How do you protect your shoes from rain or snow?

Let's compile a cold weather essentials for male consultants on the road (shopping/check list). I'll get us started:
- Chelsea/Dress boots
- Gloves that work with smart phones
- Cardigans/wool sweater

Damn I miss my life before the pandemics (the home office part can stay, though).

Baringa Partners vs Bearing Point

Discuss

How diligent is Mintz background check. When it comes to education? My references, credit, criminal and work experiences will check out. However said I already graduated school when I am in reality a month away from graduating. The company sent over the contract and start date at the same time as the background check.

Hey fishes,
Not able to select future dates in of details in Accenture form 11 what's the solution

Does anyone know of any consulting/advisory companies hiring?

Hi all! When your interested in leveling up and want support, encouragement, accountability and insight into your deepest desire and how to get it, let’s chat. I am an Intentional Life Mastery Coach with an emphasis on careers in executive leadership and would love to gift 3 individuals a complimentary one-on-one session. Let me know if you’re interested. These slots fill up fast and I’d love for you to get one and to support you in reaching your soul’s goal.

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

Hello all. Senior Data Scientist here who just moved to Massachusetts.

I want to quit without a job lined up. My agency is a dumpster fire of incompetent project managers, revolving door of creatives and culture of not holding people accountable amidst a micromanaging gossipy leadership. I just want out. Tell me it is ok and will be alright.

How long were you an SAE before promoting to AS?

Can you lose your job if you don’t like the animosity from your creative team and speak up about it ? Genuinely worried I might be disrupting the peace by saying something 🥴 the anxiety is terrible! Do I just accept it that they don’t like me or speak up and potentially burn that bridge?

How much are my fellow VP Account Directors out there making? Just trying to gauge if I am being paid fairly. Don’t forget to state market and YOE. I am making $135k, 10 years of experience and in Chicago.

Tired of hearing all the "account people suck” comments on this app. Get some new material creatives.

What vendor do you use for cold direct mail lists?

For those of you in healthcare related account management, what is your healthcare background? I am clinical and getting ready to hire a higher level account manager. I am really biased toward people with clinical/in hospital experience because, quite frankly, healthcare is a different beast - lots of hand holding and change management. I don’t want to miss the right person because of my bias, so im wondering how many healthcare related AMs have healthcare/clinical experience… thanks in advance!

Any advice on how someone can make the shift from pharma to consumer goods?

Account executive here, who has about 5 years of agency experience. Who else is completely over working in advertising and what steps are you taking/planning to make a career move?

Not looking to make a move anytime soon due to covid but am curious to what everyone else is thinking.

Moving from AM to AD at another agency. Any words of advice?

Advice on the jump from AAE to AE? I’ve been doing AE level work for months and have been told by many managers that I should be promoted but it’s in the hands of the holding co..how long do I wait?

Trying to figure out from a client relations perspective how much I need to be fluent in Google Analytics and the planning and buying process of paid media: social and search.
I want to be more fluent and speak eloquently about it so that I am well rounded in my role.
My current position doesn't allow for any hands on experience. Any advice would be appreciated in terms of how to gain the experience or course recommendations.

Wondering if anyone has had issues with TCG/Robert Half? I was promised to be converted to full time when accepting then they just ghosted the situ. (All this is pre COVID-19 just for reference)

Looking for some advise - starting on a new project for a luxury fashion client and don’t have experience in the industry. Any watch-outs or tips to be aware of? Just want it to go smoothly ☺️

Anyone know what the current atmosphere is like in McCann New York after they lost one of their biggest clients, U.S. Army? Does losing such a client deteriorate an agency’s culture/career prospects?

I’m pretty passive when I’m disrespected by creative but I think it sets a bad example for my team. If any of my reports were spoken to the way I was I’d raise hell...how set example?

I'm currently an SEO Analyst/Web Developer/Digital Marketer. Looking to be more client facing in the future. You think I have a chance in an Account Management role?

What are the key skills that one needs to master to become a Acct Sup? Is it always do it first before being promoted? Or is most of it learning once you’re in the role?

Any fishies in MPLS and willing to share AE salary expectations?