What do account folks after they leave the agency world? I'm 40, and feel like there's is an expiry on older account folks.
stuck and don't know what to after working within an agency. Help!

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Client side.

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Brand manager / Marketing exec client side.

Might be time to join the MBA

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The career backgrounds of Executive MBA programs might be a good indicator of what roles have an advancement and compensation ceiling

I'm seeing more people quietly retire from agency life to be primary caretakers for their children while their partner works. Agency salaries don't match up to childcare costs these days

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There needs to be a "sad" button on FB. Ugh.

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I know a dude who started a food truck business and works as the cook there, he seems to be doing good for himself last I talked to him. Could be worth thinking about something you've personally wanted to pursue.

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I feel the same.. I’m trying to switch my experience (account management) into other fields like client services in the healthcare care industry, insurance etc.

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Go client side. I did.

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What industry do you have the most experience in?

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