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When is it best to leave consulting? Here's how I think about it.
First, are you enjoying it? If so, why leave (it can be a great life long career)?
Second, are you still learning fast? If not, you're missing out.
Last, what skills do most employers value? In my experience, this dictates 2 optimal jumping off points:
(a) 2-3 years in. Consulting "tool kit" is solid
(b) ~1-2 year into Manager. Employers value experience managing people.
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Yeah it’s tough, went through 10+ interviews with Google since February for 6 different roles, 2
final rounds and they ended up picking another person for HC...had a few other opportunities in parallel but also similar outcome for most. Final rounds but didn’t make the cut. Continuing to be optimistic though and continuing to interview...
Yes
I’ve been passively trying on and off for 18 months. I get contacted by recruiters all the time for other consulting roles, but I am trying to switch industries, so it’s been tough. I did finally get contacted about a dream role last month, but I didn’t get it after the interview :/. Still, I’m hopeful something will come if I’m patient.
Piece of advice - try not to mentally check out of your current job. I got promoted this past year while job searching.
I’ll also say that I’ve become really picky. I only apply to 1-2 jobs per month max. The job is going to have to be awesome to make it worth my while. (This is why it’s taking so long, lol)
I’m in recruiting and I’d say apply for more than 1-2 jobs but instead be selective with which interviews you go to if you really want to make a move. A phone call with recruiters can open a door to roles not publicly posted or jobs other places as recruiters that are good at their job help network good talent with peers
Been looking for over a year. Get to the final interview rounds every time and so far only one offer that I turned down. It's tough at times but trying to keep my head up.
Have been trying to find something that's more results-driven, not driven by utilization and billable hours.
Who are those people who say the job market is hot? I know a few of my friends who are having trouble with job search as well
I feel the same way. I think it was great for a year and now has slowed down this summer
Yes! I’ve never felt so defeated.
It’s exciting but sulking at the same time when you see other FB posts of ppl landing their ideal jobs
Ideally a finance role in a startup
I’m in the same boat!
Recruiting not working out, not considered for promotion either, sulking a lot
Same 😪
Been interviewing since February, kept getting shut down. One of them finally clicked and im pretty sure it's my dream job. I start Sunday. Stay positive and the right role will come your way.
What type of role is it? I’m exploring after this year
Good to know we are all in it together ...
Recruiting is going shittily, on the bench with no end in sight, not helping my mood
Definitely feel this way. You’re not alone
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Me too
In the same boat!
If anyone on this thread is interested in a case interview buddy, I’ve been thinking I should probably practice more. Feel free to DM me
It took me a really long time but i finally escaped IBM. If I can do it you can do it!
Plenty of people are in your boat. Lol. Join the club
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Yep!!! Same