Hi, I am a PhD student and I have recently started preparing for consulting. I have gone through basics of framework and have watched few YouTube videos. I am at the point where I am seeing diminishing returns by studying more books. Anyone willing to help or are there people in the same boat? Would love to connect with potential study/case buddies! TIA!

Top 10 books to read about consulting life ?

Hi everyone, applied for an investment consulting internship few weeks back.
It's a client facing job, but it might come at a later stage of a job, maybe after finishing my internship and getting a job offer.
I'm interested to know what is the must develop skills, must take courses or must read books to get insight, develop the required knowledge and skills for the position. I majored in business management finance and currently preparing for CFA level 1. Thanks in advance ☺️

I started a small LLC on the side. My company is getting it's first client this month.

Wondering if any 🐟 have recommended resources on setting up initial consulting business thru an LLC.

Books, websites, tax strategies etc.

My LLC is already incorporated, but looking for guidance with the next steps (creating contracts, invoices, etc)

Are any consulting case books on Amazon worth it, and if so which are they?

Hiya! I was wondering if anyone here has any good recommendations in terms of books or learning material that I can pick up to learn about sales and marketing relevant to the consulting industry?

1YOE as a strategy consulting generalist, interested in breaking into PM. Would love to know which books / courses will get me in the best shape for PM, and if it’s worth looking into with my currently level of experience. Thank you!

Hi fishes,

I am a strategy consulting enthusiast from a middle class family. Don't have the financial stability to take a loan for an MBA and hence had to drop some renouned admits this year (Think top IIM's) due to family circumstances. I still dream big and request you to provide some insights for my research:-
1) Average expected package of an associate
2) Average experience expected at ZS to get hired at associate (not BCN)
3) Good books to upskill and ace the consulting case interviews

Any recommendations on books/podcasts (and other sources) about CM? Not just to expand technical skills but also soft skills and external consulting?

Hi All,

Moving out of IT consulting to Product Management side in the next couple of weeks.
The new company I will join is an e-commerce division of a leading food retail group.

Any suggestions about books/ videos that I can access to learn the basics of the retail side??

Hi everyone, applied for an investment consulting internship few weeks back.
It's a client facing job, but it might come at a later stage of a job, maybe after finishing my internship and getting a job offer.
I'm interested to know what is the must develop skills, must take courses or must read books to get insight, develop the required knowledge and skills for the position. I majored in business management finance and currently preparing for CFA level 1. Thanks in advance ☺️

Any suggestions on good books on consulting for reading during holidays

Best podcasts, YouTube, TikTok, or um books for interview prep for consulting?

Any good books/reads to learn aspects of Account Management / Engagement Management in context of tech consulting?

I recently got diagnosed with ADHD. I'm 31 and found this only because b school and post mba consulting job was/is much more challenging than anything I did before. What I'm confused about is that even as a teenager I could read entire books overnight. But the last two years of high school I started selectively zoning out and the problem has become worse since. I just realised it now. My doctor has suggested treating depression (I was also unaware of this) with Wellbutrin first (contd)

Hello everyone, I am CA looking to start a fresh innings in Management Consulting role at a Business Consulting Firm as a fresher. Can you please suggest me some good books to read on management consulting to begin with? It will be of great help

Got hired as a digital strategy consultant. I have over 10 years of industry experience but I’m new to consulting. What courses, workshops or books would you recommend to build a solid toolkit?

Any really impactful books that have helped you career-wise? Not necessarily consulting focused. In need of guidance and a new book so figured I'd kill two birds with one stone or whatever.

Looking for recommendations for good consulting / problem solving books and possibly LinkedIn courses if anyone has taken something worthwhile. Thanks Fam!

Any Freemasons lurking around here!? Thinking about making a Bowl for my Traveling Brothers. Maybe to talk about how we view this unique Labor (consulting) in a Masonic context, post some inspirational messages, recommend good books, idk stuff like that...

Question from a newbie consultant - What are some good online courses/ books to improve consulting skills?

What are the Designation level at HSBC GSC for Hyderabad location. What is the band for Assistant Manager

SO and I have 4 days for Hawaii (traveling from the West Coast) - where should we go? We’d want a mix of relax time and some sight seeing (nature)

40 weeks pregnant and terrified to be induced. Any tips on how to manage the stress and pain? I’m getting an epidural but still very nervous.

I'm a long time prosecutor getting into the ID game and billable hours. Are there any resources out there that can help me get more effective/efficient without spending months/years learning the hard way? Some days I'm at the office 10 hours, took virtually no breaks and yet only bill 7. 🤬

It’s year one, month seven, everyone is angry for no reason. I don’t know what day it is. When do people start being nice again? Do they ever? I can’t quick this job. I can’t quit this job. I can’t quick this job...

Is anyone working with Elastic at DoD?

What’s a good Marriott Bonvoy points vs $ conversion to make decisions on using points or $?
I’m contemplating 40k points vs $168 including taxes at a category 4 location

Hi fishes,
I am working as pre sales consultant in TCS BaNCS insurance domain. I have experience of BA as well as Java developer.
I am looking for domain consultant role in insurance domain
If you have any such opportunities let me know

Hi Fishes,

Has anyone heard about SmartSoc. I have an offer from Capgemini and Smartsoc. Which one I should go for.

Smartsoc- 8lpa
Cap- 9lpa + 50k JB
YOE- 3.6

Are PE investing role WLB and Stress that much worse than MBB?

What are people’s perceptions on frog since it’s launch? I’m still yet to be on a “frog” project and don’t see what role data plays in frog compared to the broader Invent data team. Thoughts?

Anyone found an affordable adjustable standing desk they like? I have an iMac and a laptop is like to be able to fit on it.

Any dermatology research opportunities?

When conference goers come into the Sheraton lounge and are *blown away*

Whats a great farewell gift for an intern (besides a job offer)?

If your role is being closed/being laid off (not due to performance issues) just firm downsizing, do you tell the companies you are interviewing? How to phrase it?

Are analyst hired to take notes? Thoughts

Not thrilled about having to fly United for this engagement. No status on any airline- any ACN promotions going on right now?

Overnight layover with some buddies in Doha - any suggestions for St Regis or the W? Landing around 11pm and leaving at 9am we just want to go clubbing and party before the next flight.

Anyone have experience working for Workday? Have an offer from ACN but a recruiter from Workday just reached out. Wondering if it’s worth pursuing. Recruiter said the role would be remote.

Recent cyber security grad looking to get a FAANG reference.

I finally have an extra room to set up a home office. I’m looking at motorized standing desk, but there are so many options out there that it is overwhelming. What’s your recommendation for an L-shaped desk?

Has any company you’re interviewing for asked for proof of a competing offer letter? Not interviewing right now but was wondering how would you know if a candidate is lying about a higher offer

Hired as SA1. if my utilization is low for round table but I’ve gotten good Snapshots will I go up to SA2 or SA1B, which I don’t want of course.

Any book recommendations for the summer vacation season? What's your favorite book over the last year?

Looking for some material for a crash course in IT strategy consulting - books article etc. any recommendations would be appreciated

How can I transition from the big four to FAANG? What would the role equivalents be?

I want to go to Japan and Hong Kong for 2 weeks in September with my husband but don't have time to research places to stay and visit. Any suggestions?

What are the best consulting firms in Europe to do AI strategy work in public sector? I have Canadian experience and I’m looking to move geographies.

Watching Home Alone I see that I was taught a while ago not to fly AA..

Female 🐠s - how much of a dealbreaker is balding

Anyone ever have luck cancelling an Airbnb after the full refund deadline passes? I know they have extenuating circumstances and you can get out of one, but what’s the probability that works?

Which top consulting firms, if any, will pay for your MBA?