This all black thing is getting out of hand 😐 https://www.adweek.com/agencies/mediamonks-and-jam3-merge-in-latest-s4capital-expansion/

Tips for an upgrade in Vegas?

How important is the border issue for you all when voting? My first time being so close to the border, and I still don't see how it's such a big deal smh

Is there a list or map anywhere of NYC spots doing takeout cocktails? I’m downtown and so far I’ve grabbed to go from Dante and Extra Virgin if anyone has any other recommendations.

Anyone filed h1b in regular processing and changed to premium? If so, can you please help with the process and approvals required?

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

Hey all, I’ve recently joined EY consulting from another Big 4 and have noticed there’s no discipline (at least in my team) around codes and charging time. People either charge a standard 7 hrs or some will charge time spent on internal activities to their client code.

I was told that “the last person to charge their actual hours worked was promptly booted off the project”.
Just wondering:
1) Is this a general cultural point accross all Consulting teams? Will challengin this get me in trouble?

Does anyone know what DC1 role means in Ireland?

What date/month do people receive their bonuses?

Has anyone tried the Westin workout program? Is it as gross as I think it would be? What kind of clothes/shoes do they give you?

anyone wearing nosepin while going office ?

Anyone have the CFF from the AICPA and willing to share their studying/exam experience? Curious about required effort, study plans, exam structure, overall opinions of the cert. Thanks!

What are your top 5-10 apps you use on the daily?

Edit: daily mobile or desktop app

Saturday Wordle 280 3/6

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What's wrong with Accenture website? I had applied for a role but never got an interview call? Now I am unable to apply for the job only! It says we already have your CV

Is now a good time to buy an apartment in Manhattan?

For those doing production in COVID, how large were your crews? How many at location vs on the actual set?

Any feedback on the School of Visual Concepts (SVC) in Seattle? Looking to go from a media buyer to art direction/design.

Unreliable coworker help - There’s a coordinator on my team who assists me and the other strategists but literally every time I ask her to help with something she says yes & then waits until the last minute to tell me she wasn’t able to do it/makes up an emergency excuse. Trying to be understanding but this is getting ridiculous- she/parents/dog/boyfriend are sick (8x), forgot about another urgent project (10x), WiFi is down or power is out RIGHT when I ask for help (5x).

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Has anyone been fired? How’d you bounce back? How did you approach it when applying for new jobs? I’m legitimately worried I’ll be fired and could use some advice.

Why do recruiters never tell you which agency they want to talk to you about until they get you on the phone? I don’t want to waste anyone’s time and it would be helpful to know this info from the initial outreach. My experience with this only applies to healthcare, but would imagine it’s the same in consumer as well. Anyone?

When you email a recruiter, what do you put in the email (besides your portfolio link)?

Just got promoted to ACD. Will be taking on more leadership roles. Any books, workshops, resources that helped you learn leadership skills?

Had a run of bad client experiences. Walking away after multiple pitch rounds, passing our ideas to other agencies, unreasonable budgets, etc. What are the brands that actually respect their agencies?

Has anyone done any freelance for big brands like Nike, Facebook, or YouTube? Did you get the gig through referrals, you reaching out to them — or vice versa?

I'm having trouble. I have a client who is going from a climbing company, to a fitness company. They have a product that lets them expand from where they are. I am failing to sell them on the importance of strategy and taking a step back. Honestly, I don't even know that I'm sold on it. But I feel like it's important. Anyone have ideas on how to argue for this? Happy to share more info

What’s your spookiest recruiter ghost story?

I left an omnicom agency for a Publicis one. My new benefits cost me 250 a paycheck (medical, dental, vision) for my spouse and kids. At omnicom it was 630 per check. That’s fuckin robbery right there.

I'm applying to places for the first time since graduation (got lucky). I've been working through my fears of rejection - thanks therapy. Any tips for getting through and keeping head high?

Creatives who left for tech. What is it exactly that you do now? Is it still writing or art directing? Or a different creative role? Hearing about people leaving for tech so I want to know what it means exactly aside from the benefits.

Any promising ad agencies in Nashville?

Tired of this constant grind and constant layoff situation in NYC. Thinking of making the move to LA. Any thoughts? Yay or nay?

Where should I work

Hi guys - quick question. Can someone give me a benchmark CPV on Facebook for a 100k budget?

Bonus points for the German market

PHD media in New York.... any thoughts ? How's the culture? Particularly for Sr. level folks?