How easy is it to jump to another B4? Not anything wrong with current location aside from poor professional growth... advice for someone looking to switch & what do you like about your current firm?

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I'm switching to another firm in my city. All I did was find a contact and ask if there was an opening. Had an interview and got the job. Easy!

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