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Hi guys, Now VMware is offering me a 35% percent hike of what I am earning at DellEmc. I just completed one year at DellEmc. Total 2.7YOE But I don't like to go out of Dell, due to some personal commitments I am planning to switch.
Is it a good time to switch?
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Are they able to hike the salary of what VMware is offering? Please suggest me.
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That probably exactly what he thinks, and I’d do the same.
Right or wrong, there is a different bedside manner to consulting. I wouldn’t put anyone in front of a client until I understood how effective they are at some of the core consulting skills. It only takes one or two missteps to damage a client’s impression of an engagement team, and it’s almost impossible to repair it. It’s simply safer to make sure you have delivery and client-management chops down before putting you directly in front of the client.
None of that is negative though. And you being from industry provides you with a clear advantage over your peers because you actually KNOW what it’s like to be a client. Long term, this is a huge asset that will pay off for you.
But I wouldn’t take it personal that they want to see you in action first.
Thanks SM1 for the input, wish you were a part of my (now former) practice. I found that many career-long consulting folks (esp M and below) are not very welcoming to industry hires. Sensed it was mostly insecurity about domain knowledge…
I don’t necessarily think it has anything to do with your ability to communicate with the client. I think it has more to do with your inexperience in consulting. Client-facing roles require more than just communicating tasks. You have to manage expectations, not over-promise and under deliver. Your MD is doing you a solid by letting you take a back seat so you can learn and familiarize yourself with Accenture and the consulting side.
Ok thanks! Makes sense
Depends on the client and the history - he could be extra cautious if the relationship is tenuous. Rather than get offended, I’d seek opportunities to demonstrate that you have the professionalism to be in front of a client.
Again, EY, the post above when he replied was edited with more clarification. But yeah what I said could be seen as aggressive with my original response. Before OP edited his response he said “ no you can’t do this”. But didn’t give clarification. So I was like “ huh? Just no? WHY”!
But I understand, thanks.
Agreed. Better to assess client communications first and slowly give you more opportunities to be leading these conversations.
Makes sense from post above. Thanks.
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What’s your level of seniority? That’s a big factor. With an associate, this would be my approach - for their own sake.
An SC, M, SM, or Director - that wouldn’t make much sense. You’re more than capable - in fact uniquely positioned - to handle clients based on what I read above.
More of a reason for you to relax and learn the art and science of consulting.
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