Any ex agency strategists now working at a consulting firm? If so, what triggered the switch and what's it like?

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considering this move myself... brand and innovation consulting seems similar to agency strategy, but with better pay 😂 would love to hear from someone who’s done the move!

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That's what I've heard, though I wonder what the culture is like, especially at the more traditional firms

The challenge for most in consulting is the biz dev component.

Also you might need an mba.

Usually the clients call for the degree requirements. If they pitched the work as giving the client MBA consultants, they have to honor that so they hire accordingly. If the client doesn’t have degree requirements, they can be more flexible on that specific project. However, not having an MBA can hold you back as a consultant.

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