Over 40 in Consulting

If you’re like me, and have to fling your leg up and down in the air to build up enough inertia to hoist yourself out of bed in the morning, you may be too old to be a Management Consultant.

So if you’re not a career consultant and have strategy background…but your “home” industry (higher ed) is a huge mess…what career options are you prepping in case you are invited to leave your firm? M… more

Late 40s & Exploring New Opportunities – Open to Connect

Hi all – I’m 47 and currently exploring new roles. Would love any leads, advice, or connections from this great network.

I bring 8+ years in consulting, focused on b… more

Anyone else struggle with public speaking and even something as basic as introducing yourself to a new team?

I'm fairly senior in the firm and have led big workshops, presented to the Exec VP levels and yet I … more

Anyone here works for PE firms ? Spent about two decades in software related consulting. I am interested now to do tech due diligence type of works . Any suggestions? Thanks !

I occasionally get contacted by recruiters for board advisory roles. The latest one says “I help connect pre-seed, seed & series A startups/scaleups to prospective NEDs, board advisors, and fracti… more

Anyone have advice for someone in their early 50s to enter consulting? I’m trying to help my brother but not sure what advice to give him. He has 25+ years experience as an engineer in aerospace and a… more

Folks - what are the side hustles for us oldies?! I ain’t driving Uber/Lyft or walking dogs via Rover 😂.

I have written a couple of digital education books and do some lite options trading, nothing el… more

Anyone try to become a CPA after 40?

I passed the CPA exams years ago but stayed in tech consulting.

Apparently accounting has huge demand right now. Money is not an issue right now…

Anyone here over 50 and working with leadership in their mid 30’s. I’m struggling with them understanding me. I come from a different work era. I’ve had a job since I was 11. I’m done with this 50… more

Networking feels so different now that I’m in my 40s. I don’t want to hit happy hours with people half my age or do “fun runs” with clients. How do you build authentic connections without feeling like… more

A client recently asked me if I plan to “keep up with all this travel at my age.” I brushed it off, but honestly, it annoyed me. I don’t feel old, but comments like that make me wonder if people perce… more

Is anyone else over the whole "hustle culture" vibe in consulting? I’m 45, and I’m tired of feeling like I have to be “always on” to prove my worth. At what point do we collectively admit th… more

I realized long ago (way before COVID) that I’m not a good office worker. Not good at slide building, keeping up with meetings or emails, or disconnected tasks and projects that span weeks and months. But I also never saw my… more

When I started in consulting 20 years ago, it felt like we were trusted advisors—brought in for real expertise, big-picture strategy, and problem-solving. Now? Half the time, I feel like an overpriced… more

So, how many hours of sleep are you managing to get these days? I'm noticing a lot of us over 40 seem to be running on fumes and caffeine. Is that something you're dealing with? If so, what do… more

Anyone else feel like working with younger managers has its own learning curve? I don’t want to come across as "that consultant" who’s stuck in their ways, but I also want to make sure my ex… more

Have any of you found the balance between dressing too young and too old at our age? I'm 45(m) and have been trying to nail down a look I feel good in for the past five years. It seems like whatev… more

Does anyone have any experience with career coaches? After decades of the grind, I feel like I might benefit from taking a step back, but I would definitely need some help. I’m also a little leery, as… more

Friday nights used to be exciting, but lately, they just feel draining. I'd rather go home and watch something on Netflix than go out with the guys after work. I'm single though and I do want … more

Am I crazy for considering a new job with more work and less pay (but much better WLB) just to be happier? I’m burned out in my current role, even though it’s easy and pays well. But I am so miserable… more

Is there a preferred PowerPoint making business you reach out to for personal business related slides?

Anyone starting to take drastic measures in this market?

I saw a post from guy (early 40s) who applied to over 2k jobs over 2 years with no luck. He stood outside banks with a briefcase and a sign begg… more

I'm (mostly) healthy at 45 and trying to up my health game. I've been researching the vitamins and supplements I should be taking, but there are way too many options. What do you take daily? I… more

I’m about to spend $13k on a temperpedic bed. Before I commit, I was hoping to get input from others who have bought them.

What would you do? If I give notice a week before my bonus payout, will I still get paid? I want to give my team a full two weeks so I won't leave them hanging, but if I wait until the bonus hits … more

Who else remembers the 2008 financial crisis? I watched long-term clients slash budgets overnight, which made me rethink how I structured engagements and pitched my value. How did you adapt during past do… more

How do you really feel about consulting at this stage in your career?
I mean, when I look at the years I’ve put into it, I can’t help but wonder if I'm still passionate about this, or if it's j… more

How’s job prospects of some one is mid 40s with hands on leadership skills , tech ( AI, automation, digital transformation etc ) ? Happy to travel .

Im 45, been in consulting for 20+ years. I have serious motivation issues and am easily distracted. WFH hasn't helped but I like the flexibility and being here when kids are off and come back from school.… more

42 second year SM. I was an mba hire (late pivot) and got through each milestone at a normal pace (2 years sr, 3 years manager). Assuming I don’t lose steam, am willing to work for it, and stay in goo… more

Let’s be real: being over 40 in consulting means you’re constantly babysitting younger consultants who’ve never worked a 12-hour day without complaining. I’m all for mentoring, but sometimes I miss wo… more

I’m 50, and I can’t decide if I’m proud or disappointed that I’ve stayed in consulting this long. It’s given me financial stability, but at what cost? Sometimes I wonder what life could have looked li… more

How do you guys deal with a micromanager in our age and experience? It has stated to impact my health and performance.

At my age, i can’t tell if i am just being lazy or i’m really not feeling well.

Have any of you quit the corporate climb to coast FIRE by taking a job that covers your expenses or doing something entrepreneurial?