Thinking it’s time to take a step back in 2021 after reevaluating my priorities. Tired of sacrificing my health and sanity for stupid things. What’s the best move for a strategist looking for a combo of good comp and a solid work/life balance - even if it means boring work or moving out of industry?

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Go in-house so you could just delegate everything to the agency 😅

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Freelance. This way you can take a break between the mess and go back fresh to the next one ;)

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That’s a good point. I’ve heard some freelancers take a few months off a year. Sounds chill

Pharma?

I’ve considered it but wondered if the hours are really any better.

Not retail.

Seasonal crunch never stops now with one just rolling into the other.

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