Compensation in Consulting

Looking to potentially switch jobs after 5 years at my firm as an advisory Project Manager for cloud replacement for multiple banks. Currently making 120k and looking to potentially get 150k+. Is that… more

Just out of curiosity, what is your bill rate vs your hourly rate? For me I currently bill for $175 per hour while getting paid $50. Is that reasonable for someone with less than 5 years of experience… more

What are some of the best certifications to get for cloud consulting to have the highest salary options? Was looking at AWS Solutions Architect and a few of their other certifications but wanted to ma… more

At what salary would you say that you are happy with regardless of future inflation in order to live the life that you would want to realistically? For me I would say that $150k is enough for what I w… more

What impact will AI have on our earning potential? I'm expecting the salary ranges to decrease as AI does more and more of our jobs.

How do you typically start the raise conversation with your boss? Do you just go into his office and get right to the point or do you need to butter him up a little?

Did anyone actually start off in Consulting earning over $85,000? I keep hearing an entry level salary for Consulting is $70,000 to $100,000. Where?

I start a new job next week. Didn’t bother to negotiate the salary package. For context, when I first had my recruiter call I asked to be considered for the higher band of the range rather than the or… more

What would you consider to be more impactful when negotiating a salary, an hourly rate or salary? Currently trying to figure out the right angle to take in terms of an offer letter. I think asking for… more

Salesforce Director of Program Integration in the public sector cleared space. Fair to ask for 200 base + 100 stock annually?

Just got a final interview for a role at Baker Tilly for a risk management associate consultant in the Indianapolis area. Can anyone comment on the local office culture and the expected pay for 4 year… more

What in your opinion is the best bonus structure out there? I currently have one at my firm where the entire firm needs to generate enough revenue to have anybody receive anything. The all or nothing … more

Just worked with a colleague that goes to the gym every morning, gets eight hours of sleep each night, and has an extensive social life in the evenings. My question though is how??? Does anyone have t… more

How much would you have to be paid to stay at a job that bored you out of your mind? 🤔 I've seen people say $150k, but no way. I would have to make at least $250k

Does anybody have any side hustles they do in conjunction that actually bring in a lot of money? Was looking to DoorDash in the evenings to bring in some extra beer money but I was looking to find som… more

What percentage of your take home pay are you guys putting in savings? I'm banking 8% myself.

What's the bare minimum you need to earn each week to maintain your lifestyle?

Anyone noticing a decline in base salaries the past 1-2 years? (Senior and Executive level consulting and tech)

What’s the max a director can make in India across consulting orgs?

How much do you keep in your savings account? Six months expenses? Enough for a small emergency? How do you calculate it?

How are bonuses looking for A&M PEPI this year? SM/D in particular - had a very early into discussion so am interested in following. I understand it’s individual but curious if firm is performing … more

What has been the most surprising thing that you have been asked in an interview? For me I had a head of HR lie and say that a reference that I gave them told the firm not to hire me and when I asked … more

How much does accenture typically pay its Senior Consultants? I'm assuming it's more than $160k?

How often do you refer people to roles at your organization and does it impact you a lot? I have a friend who referred someone off a message board who was overemployed and got fired. He’s now worried … more

To the disciplined people that create them, what goals are you setting yourself for the new year to succeed compensation wise? For me I want to find a new firm to work in with a salary increase of 15-… more

What have you found to be the best methods for picking up part time work outside of your normal work? Looking to get involved in some startups or think tanks but have not made it a priority to go out … more

I've been at my firm for 14 months and my offer letter says that after 1 year I am elegible for a discretionary bonus based on performance. I finally completed my review and exceeded expectations … more

For those that keep a detailed budget, how much of your salary goes to your investment/retirement accounts? I’ve seen the 20% of your salary thrown out there, but was wondering what people in consulti… more

Let's talk Nvidia and Palantir, is it time to start shorting their stock, or are they still a good investment for the time being?

Share your best predictions: how far into 2026 will we get before the AI bubble pops?

What do you think will happen to all of our investments and savings if the dollar slips and is no longer the world's most dominant currency?

Accenture vs. Booz Allen, which typically offers the better pay and benefits package?

Damn, how long do you have to be in this game before you reach a $250k salary?

Is there anyone else that still gets away with being over employed (as in secretly working another full time gig without the other firm knowing/taking action for it)? If so, how do you go about asking… more