What would you do if you were in my shoes?

1. Started in advertising as an associate strategist (brand) in 2021 shortly after graduating college.
2. Got promoted a year later with a good raise.
3. 2023 and 2024 I received "exceeding expecations" on my performance reviews, but no changes otherwise to my title or salary.
4. I've been practically on the same accounts since late 2022.

I'd like to leave the agency side sooner rather than later, but I am also grateful I started out in strategy.

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Move to a consultancy

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Management consulting or a consulting firm with a strong marketing and/or sales force sizing practice (eg, ZS, Accenture Song)

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Three years without a raise is shorter than my career average.

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But not at entry level years. There should be a raise and title bump in there

Move to wherever you can get the best compensation

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With exceeding expectations are you doing the job above you? Or just doing your job well? How are professional development conversations going? And, is your client business growing?

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