Anyone ever make the jump from big 4 tech consulting to being an SE? Tips for adjustments? Things to be mindful of? Exploring an opportunity for an AI/ML software company which I have worked with the last 4 years

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Not big 4 but came from a top 10 consulting firm doing cybersecurity consulting and pivoted to a AI based cybersecurity company as an SE. feel free to PM me

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I haven't made this transition myself, but I do work with a number of SE's that have and have been quite successful. You already have many of the needed qualities like the ability to work & communicate with customers, manage projects, align stakeholders, understanding customer challenges and distilling into possible solutions.

Be very conscientious to focus on demonstrating value of the product you're helping to sell over advising customers on solutions. You're not driving solutions directly as much as helping the customer realize the art of the possible and how your product can address their broader challenges.

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