After finally getting into MBB, I’m leaving after <1 year bc I’m not built for this. Tbh it was everything I thought it would be and I see alot of value in staying, but I’m just in a different phase of my life now. Can anyone else relate lol

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You’re a wise person for knowing this :)

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Yes - i took a different offer instead partially for this reason. I have some regret over that though, so maybe the grass is just always greener elsewhere?

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And by some regret i mean a lot of regret. Was promised a lot of things in an f500 D level role that were mostly exaggerated, unfulfillable, or just lies. So, idk. At least mbb probably would have matched my expectations, for good and bad.

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yes. everyone I am close with (college friend, hs friend, as well as friends gf) at mck are having second thoughts… 1-2 yoe… never expected that but just one data point for u to consider.

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I am at a boutique doing similar job, and sometimes I wonder if I am built for this.. At the same time, where else I can work being full of sh*te🫣

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Way to recognize this early! You have to sacrifice a lot to be successful at McK, especially on the family side. With that said, would try to recognize if you are just having a low (consulting is full of them) or truly aren’t cut out for it - exits are meaningfully better at EM so worth considering.

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Yes. Im not sure I’ll make it a year either. Im at a different phase of life. Would have been great a few years ago now idk if the money is worth the time away from my family.

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I'm 30

Given the chance, would you not do it again?

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Just join Bain at a southern office with good WLB 🫠

"Good WLB" is all relative - compared to BCG's infamous South system? Perhaps.

Compared to non-MBB etc? No.

Are you able to find a reasonable exit opportunity? Hope you are happy with your next employer :)

I feel exactly the same 6 months in now just counting the days.. if they grabbed me when I was younger sure.. but now..my priorities have changed. Just not worth it.

care to share your age? i have an offer and am considering joining BCG as JC

I know MDPs who swear to have “ good WLB “ working at least 70 hr weeks , taking calls on vacation, seeing their kids Fri to Sun … everyone has their definitions of balance and some are super passionate about their work that they love working

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