Benefits of working for an agency rather than client side

There are two sides to work on, for an individual to start his career: either he can work on the client side or on the agency side. It is very important for individuals to pick one of them and stick to it, in order to have a successful career. Choosing the right option depends on their interests and strengths.

Nowadays individuals are choosing the agency side because they provide numerous benefits, which are detailed as under:

1. Opportunity:  While working for the agency side, one will get great opportunities to work with a wide range of clients and brands, giving individual the chance to increase his knowledge base and contacts. Agencies provide a much more unpredictable day and are suitable for individuals who thrive on the excitement of unpredictability.
2. Career Growth: Due to the fast nature of the business and long working hours, turnovers are high which means there are more designations available. While starting salaries are lower in agencies, the vast opportunities to work can get an individual a higher salary faster than the client side.
3. Working Hours: It is crucial for individuals to concentrate on work-life balance and agency sides are working towards the same. It has flexible working hours and is also promoting the concept of work from home.
4. Skill Requirement: It is important to possess strong commercial skills in order to sustain in agency side business. Time management is another type of skill that an individual should possess as they have to deal with multiple projects at the same time. 
5. Office Atmosphere:  Agency side offices are young, lively and encouraging. They provide ample amount of opportunities to be innovative and learn new skills. They lay much emphasis on coaching and training. They have a very competitive environment which ultimately boosts productivity among employees.
6. Responsibilities: Employees on the agency side are responsible for managing internal as well as external relationships. Since they have to deal with multiple projects at the same time, maintaining and keeping track of the same is important. Moreover communication skills are very important as individuals get chance to meet new people every day. 

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