Who is in charge of setting goals/KPIs for campaigns and projects in your company? Is it a collaborative effort, or made by a few pieces?

Cross departmental goals should certainly be made by a group effort, but I see trends of some companies allowing a few to make them without all the necessary input. How does it go at your org?

Why does Newark close tsa pre lanes? Terrible

Someone I’ve started seeing uses they/them pronouns. I’m trying my best but still feel like I make mistakes. When I want to address them is it ok to say how are you or should I say how are they?

Do T2 consulting firms (think Kearney, OW) and MBB hire experienced professionals WITHOUT MBA (I.e., is a prestigious MBA mandatory in the region?). I already have a post-MBA position

I miss BNA 🥺

Looking for an accredited actuary to sign off on a actuary model.

Partners: where do your clients come from? Do you spend more time acquiring new clients or using your network from past projects/peers?

What fun holiday things for adults :) are good to do in north Phoenix Scottsdale area ?

Big4 Advisory Partners/Principals - how much do you make in your 1st - 4th year as a partner/principal?
Trying to make a decision whether its worth continuing.

Hi folks, Consultanting people from Mumbai are welcome to share their thoughts, ideas, dreams, rants.
Please maintain the decorum..80/20!

Decent pea coat for men that I can wear on suit. Looking to buy one. Budget ~$250

What are some of the best consulting firms for digital strategy roles? Looking for a change and was wondering which of the T1/T2 firms have digital practices in Canada. I have applied to ATK and McK. BCG is working to establish their presence in Canada but their team is focused on establishing top down. Bain doesn’t have digital focus. Can anyone shed some light on other T2 firms?

Is there any way to get around the coinbase fee when buying crypto?

I don't have a very naturally corporate personality. Am I screwed, or is the environment in the industry sufficiently different now than it was 10/20/30 yrs ago that I can survive on merit/skill more?

For all that may be interested in working at home.

Who is the main contact for Ogilvy recruiting?

I’m working with a manager who likes to prioritize his ideas over strategic research, I want to be helpful because it’s very distressing to watch ideas being presented without the appropriate research, any advice?

How correct is the term “African American"?
What about black people from Haiti, Caribbean, etc.

Is it about where people are indigenous to?

Not all Black Americans are African American,
right?

Just found out I got laid off. Cheers to the weekend 🍺

What are some good resources you use to expand your skill sets and stay knowledgeable?

Context: I did a career switch from finance into marketing and am constantly looking for ways to improve and learn more

If you could change anything to increase minority representation in marketing, what would you change? I think I'd want at least 2-3 minority employees in creative leadership positions to make sure things like colorism in ads less likely to pass the final edit.

jack'd or SoulSwipe?

First time working with a celebrity for one of our campaigns. Anyone have any tips or advice? A little nervous here 😅

Is everyone from a big city or do we have some south and midwest represented??

I am a Sr. Designer in DC looking for a position as an Art Director with experience in brand strategy, alignment, print, motion & digital design. Interested in all openings. Thanks!

My dad who lives in Asia just announced that he had a medical issue. I’m starting to enter the age where I’m going to take care of him financially. It’s a $2,000 hospital bill which in the US is nothing compared to what it represents there (which he can’t afford). He’s going to be fine! Just wanted to share with this group as many of you can understand what it feels like to support your parents when they’re old, not the other way around. I feel so blessed I can help him. 🙏🏽

Who is trying to get together for a meet up in NYC? Want to start bring minorities in our industry together.

African American 🐟 - why do I feel so annoyed when I hear “black” ads on the radio? With the sassy female leads and the urban slang and such. Feels so forced and wack. Just me?

Dear Nappily Ever After,
No one has an office, much less an assistant. Creative and account are different jobs with their own dress codes. But dumb, off brief ideas by white creatives do win.

We’re hiring on our media & connections team. Various levels. If you’re looking to make a jump from a traditional media agency or a strategist who wants to get closer to both media and creative. Lmk.

Happy Black History Everyone, let's make this a truly historic month!!

Anyone good marketing books recommendations or online certifications?

The more I work in advertising, the more apparent that majority of companies (and my own colleagues) don’t know how to reach consumers like me. It’s absolutely tragic. (Cont’d)

Hey, so I’m going to my first 3% conference. I heard it’s usually white feminism x 100. But I was wondering what I should expect? Has anyone been.