What’s the spookiest thing you’ve seen at your agency/building? Spooky as in ghosts and spirits not creative directors with vague feedback

Who was around in 2008/2009 at big 4? Specifically in advisory? How were those practices affected during the layoffs? Any insight to ease some of the worry/unknown would be greatly appreciated.

How important was your portfolio to land your first UXR job? There are mixed messages out there...

My goal is to save 300k by end of 3rd year. HCOL. Do you think I can do it? Or maybe 5th year?

Thoughts on Covid-safe ways to celebrate a birthday in the winter? In the summer, a few friends did small, distanced outdoor picnics but it’s gonna be around 40 degrees on my bday

I believe most members of this group are tense & anxious owing to the uncertainty surrounding H1b. Can we have members post some positive stories here ? Cases of extension/transfer approval( w/wo RFE)

Is 120k+super a good salary for software tester (manual) with 7 years of experience in Melbourne?

A little late here, but any suggestions/recommendations or watch outs for an automatic standing desk preferably with charging attachments? Looking to invest in a decent one around $2-300 !

Any teachers here who changed careers? What was the change?

Any BUsiness Analyst here who got call from HCL for interview on saturday?

What do you expect from a junior strategist versus a strategist? How long do you expect a college graduate to be a junior strategist?

What brands are you really into at the moment? Would be great to think about and be inspired by those doing a great job!

where my mid 40s and up peeps at? where you working and what are your next career moves? life moves?

Does anyone have a good lead on where to find research backed customer journeys? Either generic for an industry (like restaurant) or for major players in an industry (like chili's). I am fairly new to planning, and this keeps coming up as something and that would be helpful.
Thank you!

Starting to think about making the switch from agency to brand side. Any tips from strategists who have already made the jump? And is there a level at which it makes the most sense (i.e. should I wait until I make Director and then make the switch, or does it not really matter)?

How many dates do you give someone if you don’t feel a “spark” in the first 1-2 dates but genuinely enjoy their company (I.e. talking and learning about them etc)?

Do any of the big L&E firms have a WFH policy?

What is the average salary at Deloitte touche gurgaon location for a deputy manager level. Under taxation..
Have an offer of 13.5 for 5 years of experience.

Does Don Draper get an official credit for “Pass the Heinz”?

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

Has anyone heard anything new on the future of MDC and its agencies in 2019?

I woke up this morning, went to the gym, made myself a nice breakfast. Folded some laundry, cleaned up the apartment and now I’m working outdoors at a coffee shop. Lunch hour is blocked so I can take a nice walk and listen to a podcast. God I love remote working.

If I were to start talking/applying to other agencies in my network, would that news reach the HR department at my current agency and raise alarm bells? Just curious how that works.

I’m so tired of hearings “we want to keep the meeting small”. That’s fine if you don’t want to include me but when you promise the client something that you didn’t clear by production..

Best money-tracking app out there? I've heard good things about mint???? 🤔💸🤔💸

I just offered an intern a full time position as an account coordinator with a starting salary of $50k. They have only been an intern for 2 months and have no prior experience. They acted like $50k was a huge slap in the face. Am I crazy for thinking $50k is reasonable for entry level in Toronto? I am not authorized to negotiate so they will have to take it up with HR, but I am still just shocked at the reaction. Please tell me if I’m totally out of touch!

💁🐠, I just discovered makeup beyond mascara at age 26. Any ride or die (drugstore budget) brands/products I should acquire? 💄💋🤙

TGIF. Can I get an Amen?! 🍻🎉

How long can you go without having anything to do before you get laid off?

Help an elderly person: can anyone tell me a high-profile spot that features a tik tok, IG or twitch person? In other words, an influencer who got what could be called a big break?

(I cant think of any, but then it occurred to me I wouldnt recognize them.)

Thanks in advance, hip people

for my sanity, I need to leave my job ASAP. interviewed at a dream place and it went really well. how do I keep the conversation going even after the follow up email? scared of this opportunity dying.

What is the salary for a senior strategist in NY?

Pepsi removes the ad... so who is it a win for?

How much is too much when pushing for a raise? I’ve been in my position a little over 1 year, received top scores in my annual review, kept my team intact, yet I’m paid at the lowest salary band for my level. Manager has said multiple times she would look into a raise for me but nothing has happened. Person before me in this role was earning +$17K than me. How many times do I have to ask?

Thoughts on unlimited vacation?

Just moved in-house & am hiring a designer - NO clue what salary to propose for this role. Full benefits, mid-level, Chicago-based, mostly designing internal materials (town halls, etc.). Help?

Anyone know the best way to approach David Miami agency?