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Hi all, how early before your contract ends should you be applying for new opportunities?

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In consulting terms, would this mean working 3-4 JOBS a week if this happened? lol!

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Looking to ditch the office laptop (Thinkpad) and go solo as a consultant! Need a Mac for multiple monitors (Word, Excel, Teams, etc.) - any suggestions? Already have iPhones/iPads at home.

Hey everyone. So, I'm a total introvert, and networking events drain my battery! Any tips on building connections without feeling like I have to be the life of the party?

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Hi guys, im an international candidate and I’ve been looking for a job since more than 5 months now. I am a recent MS in Business Analytics grad and I am on OPT with STEM extension allowed. I have exp… more

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So relatable! Who else loves travel so much to avoid going home? 🙋

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I am a tech strategy consultant at a big 4 and I am about to finish my 3 year grad scheme. I am at risk of being redundant at the end of my contract and I am on a skilled worker visa. Where can I appl… more

Currently at IBM consulting and got an offer for a technical account manager at Qualtrics. Lower pay but more responsibilities and a chance to work with an innovative tech company! Considering the cul… more

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haha! I often feel the same, how about you?

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What to do when you feel like you are being edged out by your team?

Yaas! This looks accurate, right?

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Anyone else worried AI is going to steal their consulting job? I deal with clients constantly, but I'm not learning enough hard skills, in my opinion. What are you guys doing to future-proof your … more

I'm feeling lost and overwhelmed in a fast-paced consulting project. I am a new MBA hire and have just completed my 7th day on a 2-year project as a PMO. My supervisor's comments about HIS lac… more

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I start at Deloitte next week and wondered if anyone had advice about the dress code. I really like this look, but I wonder if it's "too much" or outdated. What do you think?

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Where is the oddest place you've worked remotely? haha

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Hi y'all, question about networking--if I have someone peripherally in my network that I've briefly worked with before, and I'm interested in their company but in none of the currently ope… more

I'm on the hunt for a new opportunity and I'm curious about the best consulting companies to work for. Are smaller firms a better choice for wlb (as opposed to Big 4)? Also, if a company doesn… more

I need a few more fishbowl likes/loves to be able to send a DM. Got an opportunity lined up and it would mean a lot 🙏🏽

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Wondering how my salary looks for my experience compared to people on this bowl?

Context- I am a business major from a non target state school 2023 grad, 1 year in the field. Current base is $94k, low … more

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Yes, I feel this. Is it possible to have a life when you're a consultant? (I just started working my first "real job" a month ago)

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What are some solid jobs to pivot to if you don’t enjoy consulting (2 years at a leading strategy boutique)?

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Hey! It's time to get a new laptop for work soon, but finding an affordable one with enough storage and memory seems impossible. I'm in love with the Lenovo - ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8. Do you think this one is a good choice, or do you recommend another one?

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Are you tired of seniors trying to convince you that something is great, but you know it's actually not? Please share! I'll start: 'This project might be outside your comfort zone, but consider it to be a learning opportunity.'

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I need some clothing advice for a long workday that ends with a client meeting. My dress shirts always end up wrinkled, even on a good day. Do you have any tips to keep them crease-free? Maybe I shoul… more

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What's the most unexpected thing that's happened to you while on a Zoom call?

I've been with a Big 4 in tech consulting for a year and a half now, and while I know I'm fortunate to have a great job, benefits, and friendly colleagues, I'm struggling to feel fulfilled by the work itself. It doesn't feel that meaningful, and the culture seems fake sometimes. Have you felt out of place at your firm and started looking for new opportunities? (Recent grad, here so no other firm experience).

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Do people like working in consulting, and if so, what do you enjoy about it and how long have you been in this field? Consulting is often seen in a negative light, but it would be interesting to hear positive experiences.

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Just started at a consulting firm and this weekend thing is confusing. My senior manager sprung a Saturday shift on me for the first time, and I wasn't sure how to say no. I'm already putting in extra hou… more

does anyone want a savor one referral lol

What passions lie beyond consulting for you? Have you discovered what lights your fire? Surely it's not the mundane tasks of creating PowerPoints and conducting Teams calls for eternity? What are … more

Did anybody see what happened in TTC among the lower level consultants. Somebody trying to share comensation data got shut down pretty hard.

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