Thoughts on asking a client you've had a good relationship with to write a reco letter for your MBA application? Has anyone done this? Do I need to be discreet? Haven't told my boss...

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Why are you getting your MBA? As someone who has one, if you’re wanting to stay in advertising, you do not, I repeat, DO NOT need it. Save yourself some money! (If you have larger career goals, then go for it).

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Thanks for the advice. I'm planning on changing industries out of advertising/marketing altogether. So the latter part of your comment holds true. How was your mba experience? Got any tips?

...that I'm planning to go the MBA route in the coming months. I didn't want them to find a reason to fire me before hand. Also not sure if I'll do full time or part time.

Following because I’m in the same boat! My boss/team does know about my plans though so I’m thinking I need to make sure my SVP is cool with it. Also don’t worry about everyone telling you not to get your MBA. Everyone on FB thinks you’re asking for their opinion on your decisions when in reality you just want advice lol.

This guy (or girl) gets it! Haha thanks. Do you have advice about asking a client for a reco?

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Just ask. NBD.

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