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Consulting (esp in the large firms) is such a beast of an industry. Politics within teams, between teams, with clients. Org structure is there, but also not. It’s important to learn who the gatekeepers are and who holds real power in the org, and to align with them. Be as visible as possible especially for success related to your KPIs, client work, and for building the company/talent. No matter what anyone tells you to do, prioritize activities that support achieving your metrics. Nothing else matters if you’re failing to meet those in consulting. I’ve seen numerous MDs/Partners get laid off bc they didn’t understand that.
Take advantage of learning opportunities and meet everyone you can. For the latter, I’ve found it crucial to cultivate relationships at all levels of the org, from juniors to the top.
Last, always have an exit plan and path. Consulting is cutthroat and layoffs can come basically any time for all levels. Consulting can be exhausting and so rewarding. I love it, but it’s not for everyone.
Thanks! This sounds spot on. I don’t know that I’ll make it ha ha.