What are some smart things you would ask a media mentor who is VERY senior to you?
I want to be smart in framing the conversation and avoid common questions like: what would you change about your past, what made you want to become an executive, etc.

I work at M&A Strategy. But we hardly do any M&A activities (that are limited to separation and integration) and I want move eventually to PE/VC. Do you think I should look for other working options?

Does Google value FAANG experience over consulting? Say if a person is trying to get into Google from Apple, will it be considered easier?

I’ve been in community corrections for almost two years. I love what I do in case management, for inmates working on reentry but I would like to explore other job roles and start making a better income. I’m really interested in tech and project management roles. I just do not know where to start far as getting my foot in the door with either industry. I have a BA criminology, I adjust to quick changes, I thrive in fast paced environments and I learn quick. I have a great work ethic.

I have about 10yrs of customers service experience. I'm looking for work, but I'm always getting minimum wage for this position. Should I change career path? Or is there a job for customer service that actually pays well.

Made M1 this year.Advisory practice. Secret to fast track SM? Utilization vs Selling work what should be the focus? Any tips who made M1 to SM within 3 years?

Been working in RPA for over 2 years as a consultant/senior consultant. Thinking about leaving it as I do not see a future in it at all. What kind of position could I pivot to? Anyone left RPA

Transitioning from media agency to anything else... has anyone seen someone do it successfully, happily? And if so where/what did they go to?

Is it true that less than 20% of engineers are women, even when there are so many programs specifically focused on getting females into STEM fields? It seems like it should be more evenly distributed

Any ML CAs out there who have transitioned (or are currently transitioning) to IA/EGP roles?

Hi & welcome.
Tell me your stories. Why made you decide to choose a career that's different and creative? I'll start. I am an extrovert. I am not very keen of studying and that, ideally is the reason why engineering or medical was not my cup of tea. I chose Journalism and Mass Media. In the academics, we had multiple subjects and one of them was Writing for media. This was the beginning. This is where I thought I can be a writer. A Content Writer. Besides this, I am love Rhyming Words.
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Anybody go from agency-side to working at an ad tech company? What’s it like?

How do you actually transition from CE into tech smoothly.

I'm an immigrant from Brazil and I'm evaluating my civil engineering degree and starting from scratch.
I did internship in civil engineering during the entire period of college and worked another year after graduating, which totaled 6 years of experience. I would like to know how the job market is like for immigrants in the field of civil engineering in the US and what advice would you give to someone who is starting over and improving in this area?

Which are some of well recognized certifications in Healthcare IT space? I have around 3 years of exp in Payer side and will like to make my CV stronger with a certification. Looking for something like PMP for Project Management

Do you always need an MBA to get into MBB?

How's the growth in PwC India Advisory? I know it's a very open ended question, but assume that one's joining as a manager with 6+ years of experience. Kind of looking for best case/avg case scenarios: if one's looking at becoming a partner. Assume all the other things as constant (politics/overall market growth)

Are there any good networking groups?

I found an Austin young professionals group, but it’s almost entirely realtors and loan people. Which is fine, but I’m looking for more typical networking professionals groups.

I liked the Project management institute, but I’m looking for more. Either General professional, finance, tech, or healthcare focused ones would be ideal.

Hi Folks,
How do you think is the future of Google Cloud.
I am trying to switch to GCP so please advise.

I'm working on skills to reposition myself from a branch of tech where certifications are mandatory and required to even interview into DevOps or software development. I'm currently taking some online classes in Jenkins, docker, python. I've found a few certifications you can test for. I'd love to be able to go into a mid level position vs Jr in the next few years. A) Are these types of certs helpful or useless? B) what skills differentiate Jr and mid level positions?

I'm glad there's now a bowl for small business owners.

What are your top 3 challenges that you face?

I'll start. I own a wine business for background information.

1. Getting people to buy wine virtually
2. Shipping cost
3. Supply

Tux budget NYC?

My h1b got picked up in lottery this year but case hasn’t been processed yet. Meanwhile I also applied for H4ead extension. What happens to it when H1b gets approved?

Has anyone had success transferring Chase Ultimate Reward points to a friend? I see that only “household” transfers are allowed but don’t know if there’s leeway with the term. Worried chase might flag the accounts or stop the transfer if the billing addresses don’t match. The transfer is only for 40K

Is it a good decision to take part in OWN SAP offered by SAP labs ?? Can someone explain pros and cons of it ?

I am trying to make the transition from a large nonprofit public media organization to a small agency. I’m currently interviewing and it’s looking real promising. However, it’s a whole new world for me! Any tips or suggestions???

Looking to join a company with good WLB in strat ops or biz dev, know of any good companies ? 2 yoe total in consulting and sc ops

Anyone do their own bridal makeup? Any advice or thoughts?

Can you share the resources or sites like leetcode to help prepare for interviews for 11 yoe experienced ui developer?

I'm new to consulting but have 5 years relevant work experience. Feeling a bit bummed at what I'm being paid for my years of experience and my education (tier 1 undergrad and masters). Strongly considering leaving. Could use some words of encouragement and advice.

Is there a bowl that would be for best exit opportunities for those who are in consulting? My experience is in tech risk. Kind of feel like I’m stuck leaving the big 4 to only go into a compliance role in industry

Are you eligible to apply for Canadian mobility program work permit from the US while on OPT grace period of 60 days post opt expiration? It is still considered legal status in the US

What is your definition of “underwater”? As in number of hours

Why pharma agencies are not making medical marijuana ads?

The best idea deck ever?

Whoever it was here that recommended propanolol for meeting anxiety, just wanted to say, thanks!

How much money (revenue) does your agency earn from the account you work on?

I’m sensing real Instagram burnout from friends and colleagues. Is IG a bubble that bursts? Or does the audience (user) demo just change like FB in ‘09 or so?

Transitioning from media agency to anything else... has anyone seen someone do it successfully, happily? And if so where/what did they go to?

Best agency in NYC for strategists?

Agency I freelance for just gave me the ultimatum. I’d make $75K less to go full-time, and even that they weren’t sure they could get finance to sign off.

Why haven’t salaries gone up at all?

Anybody go from agency-side to working at an ad tech company? What’s it like?

3 word story game. I'll start, then you add 3 words and do on. Let's make this interesting: Once, there was....

Bookish fish! What’s the best book on leadership you’ve read? Particularly creative leadership.

Good morning fishies! I saw a post asking about great CCOs/ECDs in Chicago. What would you say makes for outstanding creative leadership in advertising?

Poll: are you satisfied with the amount of training/professional development that your agency provides its staff?

I want to start dabbling in photography, but don’t know which camera to invest in. Anyone have recs/prefs? Looking to spend under $1000 for initial camera bod + lens set up.

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.

Other than FAANG and Spotify, what other companies would you consider going client-side?