Got offer from BCG for ECT. Read numerous comments about ECT being not attractive compared to Generalist track. Also heard challenges about billability/utilization. Any views/ guidance appreciated!
I am not super keen to become a partner (selling) and main reason to join will be working with different clients, smart talented people and a good brand. End goal (at the moment atleast) is to stay for few years and return to the industry. 15 YOE

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Congratulations for the offer. In my understanding, if you don't want to sell, ECT can be great. You can actually build a personal brand, be sought after without having to think about sales. Needless to say, a strong internal network helps you to build that brand and maintain your billability

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Not worth it. Former ECT here.

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