Been on the since mid-dec with no solid lead. So frustrated with Accenture Strategy. Im a manager and it is very unlike me but I cried this morning after finding out I didn't get a role.

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Keep your chin up OP! We love you.

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Ex Accenture FS strategy here. They're cracking down on utilization and metrics more than before. I know because my husband is a ACN Strat MD in Operations. They will let you go at some point an in the interim, the stress will eat at you. I joined Slalom S&O and really love it. Slalom is about 5K people with near 50% ex ACN who love consulting but not the bullsh*t. No utilization metrics or getting fired if your on the bench for lack of roles. Worth a conversation with them. They're cool people and Recruiting team is always willing to meet for a coffee to chat and answer questions before any formal process so you feel comfortable.

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What? Enjoy being on the bench. You're getting paid to do nothing!

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I don't like it - I mean it is ok for a month but now it has been 2.5 months. And they might let me go..how long would I get paid for doing nothing

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Accenture sucks. Start applying elsewhere. Use the time to polish up the resume.

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Same boat, doing everything I can not to break down

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Sell work

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Thanks guys 🙏

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@op, I cried so much when I was on the bench hehe it's okay to let it out and cry sometimes *air hug*

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Definitely went through the same thing at D. Getting staffed is such a crapshoot sometimes and I've definitely shed a tear over losing a project.

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Same boat too

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Over my 3 years I have been quite fortunate with Accenture and have found great opportunities..that is why I haven't taking going elsewhere seriously but maybe it is time

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I'd use that time to study for the GMAT ;)

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@OP have a burner? I can connect you with some people looking for roles.

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Looking for people to staff roles*

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@OP cool, I'll send over some deets later :) best of luck!

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It's a tough time. You are not alone. I also wrapped up mid December and just started something recently. As long as you are keeping busy with proposals, something will hit.

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When I first joined ACN, I was on the bench for 2 months. Stay focused , network, and don't depend on your TFS. Look at open roles constantly and help MDs with proposals.

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@OP I might have a lead - send me an email fb.burner.atl@gmail.com

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Awh OP- hugs! It's just a job!!! If you are in NYC and want to talk let me know. I may not be able to help you find a role cause I'm not strategy but we can certainly get a drink to make you feel better :)

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