Partner One

If you could go into any industry in tax right now for major upside in a future career, where would it be?

Do you get to pick MD or Partner/Principle route?

Partners - how have you combated the delay in development of junior employees since offshoring has become so popular. Not hating on offshore but I feel like it’s killing associate development.

MBB Principals or New Partners, how do you find mentors, outside of your firm that can guide you through the partnership journey..

In what industries does marketing research/consumer insights drive revenue (and isn’t seen as a cost center)?

Currently at MBB in a senior expert role with 1-2 year's time to partner promotion (non equity), and got an offer as equity partner in a smaller consulting firm for my field of specialisation. Wou… more

How to deal with a partner who is a bully? She belittles people on calls; sometimes talks to me like I am a child. I work with other partners, male or female, with no issues at all - I don’t mind hi… more

For PA advisory partners, what’s your biggest complaint about your firms/service lines/etc?

I recently “followed” a partner on LinkedIn, opting not to send a connection request initially since we hadn't met. To my surprise, he responded by sending me a connection request.

I’m finishing my master’s soon, and I'm interes… more

What can I expect as a started comp for a Direct admit partner position at RSM US? Currently a senior leader at Amazon and was approached by RSM. Things are shaky here so looking for opportunities out… more

When getting close to partnership, what are key success factors to making it other than bringing in business?

How are partners spending this lovely Sunday?

How much, if at all, are you expected to work during the weekends? Do you?

For FDD PPMDs - how did you get started building relationships that would bring in business? Idk a lot of PE/IB folks (outside of already won deals) so curious how you were able to target those types … more

I’ve tried to reach out over email to a Partner at another firm I’d like to work in. Had a hook, clear ask, succinct note, something easy for them to say yes to (a connect with their EA to set up a time). But hav… more

What are some problems/inconveniences that you can actually pay to go away, with enough money?

What's the hardest part of being a partner?

How does PMD comp vary across firms? Deloitte vs KPMG?

Partners, if I’m a mid-career consultant at another firm who is interested in joining your practice, what’s the best way to word a cold email for you to take notice - and an intro call - with me?

How do you deal with work stress effectively so as to be 'present' and enjoy the time you spent with family and friends at night? I can't seem to get the stress out of my system and I look… more

Currently an SM in last 1-2 years before PPMD. Have 2 offers to jump to other firms as direct admit. Very tempted by opportunity to avoid next 12 months and ensure no disappointment if I don’t get pro… more

When people ask what do you do, do you mention you’re a partner? Or a consultant in xyz topic?

Are there any special funds for partners at the Big4? Afraid I have to sell off a ton of my stock portfolio once I join the partnerships?

Partners: where do you park your money?

Okay Big Bosses … need some perspective on hiring. Do any of the big 4 do recruitment for folks that require immigration? I.e. at partner level?

Partners - we are a diverse group. Does anyone want to share their specialisation/age/sex/location? Because it’s hard and Partners cover many demographics.

Need guidance please

I find it mildly challenging to plan a week out, and when I do, it's increasingly hard to stick to plans. Note: This is specific to non-client work.

For instance, I have a BD g… more

BCGers: Can Senior Advisors at BCG be paid a salary or is the compensation entirely variable? Also, can partners at BCG be older than 60?

Any 2nd or 3rd partners like to share how was the first year of partnership? Did you hit your KPI/targets successfully? How much did you end up earning as “gross income” in your 1st year?

Is it possible for partners to be successful and work 40 or less hours a week on average? For these unicorns, what are your tips?

How to best structure the business case for a specialty service line, with minimum direct clients but a good incremental to the total revenue and value add to the overall service / clients.

The hurdle… more

BCG and Bain folks: Is it possible to be a partner at BCG or Bain if you are older than 60? Also, can Senior Advisors get a salary or agreed upon fixed compensation/fixed retainer or is the compensati… more