Hi Everyone

I will be joining in one of the Big4 from IBM in Audit and Assurance (IT) in a month. The work environment for me at IBM is kind of chill and quiet balanced. Need some tips and advise from all of the Big4 employees out there on working culture, hours to put in each day, etc.
I currently have 2 years of experience.
Plus if any one of you are from the same field as mine would appreciate if one can suggest what learning path shall I choose with progression in years of experience?

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IBM is technology major so audit was surely chill.

Big4s are Audit Major firms.... No! it won't be chill at all! Very hectic. Remote onboarding will pose a bit challenge because you don't know whom to reach for guidance and when!

Tough.

But manageable. People do. People are doing. When you leave big4 you'll be more responsible individual for the industry, hence people go to big4.

All the best!

Thanks for sharing those insights, make me more aware.

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