Has anyone moved from b4 to MBB and regretted it? If so, why?

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Regretted I didn’t do it sooner

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Me too

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Stop finding excuses for not applying

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I recently applied and didn’t get an interview. I am willing to work towards an interview next year. I am just doing my homework to make sure the juice is worth the squeeze :)

It’s worth it. The only time I would say it isn’t is if you were already an experienced manager or above. Also, make sure you have a strong referral

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