Recently let go from a big 4 and nervous about the job market. I’ve been applying since June to get ahead of it but only got a handful of interview requests.
What is the overall feel in Chicago at WPP/Dentsu/OMD? I’m open to in house positions too but also need something ASAP
I stumbled sideways into advertising right before COVID started and have officially hit my limit. I’m getting older and know I’m not someone who would be prioritized for senior positions, and honestly don’t want the anyway.
Since I have no kids and not too much debt, I’m looking to pivot into maybe the airline industry or in-house on the operations side. Any tips or advice for these? The thought of being at my agency through the end of the year crushes my soul to think about.
Don’t get me wrong, I’m grateful to be employed, but I need to sleep through the night.
The woman I managed made a scene with my boss and essentially painted me out to be a workplace bully because she was paranoid I had made complaints about her poor attitude.
I’ve encountered this type of person before and I honestly feel beyond defeated. WW tears are weaponized on the daily and it feels like unless I proactively kiss her ass I’m going to be the bad guy.
What does anyone do in this situation? Very concerned about losing my livelihood all because of one very petty WW