What would you say is the difference in the portfolio and skills of a visual designer and UI designer to an art director? It seems there are way more roles for visual designers and UI designers than for art directors these days....

Related to a teacher from Indiana who had to make a big repair, how do you recommend we budget for maintenance? I feel like we can work towards downpayment, but maintenance puts it out of reach.

As someone who has spent 7 years in the recruitment field specifically helping those who originated in audit or partnership tax compliance I’d be happy to answer anyone’s questions! Please only those that live and work in NYC.

Left public accounting this year after 5+ years and looking for 10-20 hours of flexible & remote accounting/auditing/etc. type work. Message me if you have any opportunities that may fit this description. I would love to help a small business, but am open to anything fitting my vague guidelines.

Is $100K good for a supervising senior at a mid sized firm?

i have two offers, 115k and 105k. I would prefer the 105k job but they can’t match the 115k from my other offer. Has anyone ever left 10k at the table? I live in NYC Btw

Motivation is key when it comes to bettering yourself, your team and your brand. Without self-motivation, you'll be less likely to inspire your team to work together to better your business. Like a muscle, self-motivation becomes stronger the more you use it. Mastering the art of self-motivation will take some time to become a habit. However, with daily practice, you'll not only better yourself and your business, you'll inspire your team to lead more meaningful personal and professional lives.

Starting a Coaching Business Isn't Easy. How would/did you do It Successfully?

(Discussion topic) What are the top mistakes a new or experienced coach may make when working with a client in all fields...?

I am interested in getting an executive career coach to help me understand how to get from where I am at now to an executive one day. I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations on company or a person

I work in security and would love one day to transition more of strategic business leader. I would want this career coach to understand the field and the path to success and have connections to be able to do this.

Recommendations for best suits in Dubai? Good quality but not 10k either.

Thoughts on Lockheed? Dropped lower than it's been in a while. Think it's a good time to buy?

Best shops/brands for belts? Both budget-friendly and higher end would be helpful. Do you just buy at same place you buy shoes? Many thanks!

Could I pull off asking my manager from J1 for approval of freelancing on the side? It’s quite common anyway for designers I think. And then my j2 can be “freelance” even though it’s full time?

Anyone from Amazon India Finance division? Looking for an employee referral.

Looking for Product control roles in investment banking space. Am a CA and CFA level 3 candidate and have 5 yoe in this role. Pls suggest if any openings available.

Are there any agencies that are willing to pay for relocation? Looking to make a move out to WC. I know this is more likely for VP+ so I’m curious which agencies have the flattest PnL

What’s the word on the street about work life balance at Edelman? Are the hours insane?

Can anyone recommend a reputable legal recruiter for the Washington DC market? Drowning in LinkedIn message spam, but looking for a new job and would love to reach out to a pro to help me connect with opportunities.

How often is everyone updating their portfolio? Should I be updating mine every few months or would be okay to go longer?

POV: you're an AD* looking for a copy (me) to build our portfolio together and work in... London?

DM:
1) if your seniority is mid/senior or you won an award (Lions, D&AD, One Show..)
2) 3 fav Cannes Lions 2022 campaigns*
3) 3 creatives you love
We create 3 campaigns before XMas and maybe in 2023 we'll start dream big!
Let's make 3 our magic number

* I ask just because if your work is focused on editorial design, that is a different field. I wish you like strategic thinking. Thank you, bye!

Attention Ad Students! Go apply to Mobilize, 22squared’s 48 hour ad competition! It’s a really fun opportunity where you get to compete against other teams on a brief, and also have your portfolio reviewed. Apply at

Anyone down to give me some feedback on my portfolio? I’m having a hard time getting interviews.

DM me

So I know this will sound crazy ... but I've never really had to have a portfolio, in the conventional sense, but a current offer is asking for one. What's the best way to build one out? Thanks!

Anyone have experience setting up more in-depth analytics for portfolio websites? Any ways to get more information about who is looking at my book? I'm on squarespace. Cheers!

What do you think is the best site to make your book on as a copywriter?

So here's the deal: I've been in the industry for 8 years now—and I still feel my best work is my spec work. Is there a point at which it's simply no longer appropriate to show spec work in a book?

I’d love to hear your thoughts on my book! Will some creatives be willing to review my work? Thanks🙏

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Can you put spec work in your book?

As a liberal arts student, I’ve been piecing together how to create a killer portfolio but am at a point where I need some personal feedback. Would anyone be willing to look my portfolio over and provide advice on how to improve it? Thank you!