Has anyone transitioned from consulting to a start-up in an industry they enjoyed? If so, how was the experience? Did it have a negative impact when applying to other companies/masters down the line?

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I switched from consulting to a mid-size tech startup. Echo the above - great WLB and I love the work. Haven’t left yet so no idea how it’ll impact things down the road, but I’m not worried about it.

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A1, post-MBA I had 2 yoe in consulting. But a lot of work experience before my MBA (I was old when I joined BCG lol). Left because of poor WLB and wanting to actually implement rather than give advice for the rest of my life. Exited to a strategy and ops role. I get to wear a lot of different hats and I love it.

I switched from audit to a start up and love it. I woke 8 hours and never take work home

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