How long did it take you to find a good exit opportunity?

Currently want out of EY as I was put on a long term project with a bad client and working terrible hours (80+ hr including weekends) for a couple of months already.

I've put on 50+ apps and been denied to some opportunities already without even a chance at interviewing. Losing hope...

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30 days from application to offer. Depends on interests, skill sets and fit

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9 months of being picky. Got two opportunities at EY within days of signing the new offer. Seems like it always happens that way.

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6 months of focused effort and putting work in the backseat for me

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Come to RSM risk consulting they are hiring

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About 1 year.

I was selective in applying, and only applied to those that fit my experience and also I am interested in.

Total about ~25 applications. 4 final rounds. About 4 others that didn’t get through after first interview (not screening). Over half of the rest got called from recruiter but we agree it’s not a good fit for various reasons.

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Pm me if you want bud, I was at EY too and left after looking for 2-3 months seriously (on and off for about 5-6 months but not serious at all)

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For me, about 4-5 months

Which group?

4 months - start to finish

~3 months of applying with ~80 applications

8 months

From first contact with the exit opportunity company to getting an offer took about two months…and I was recruited. Granted, I was passively looking and had some applications out there. I had my “open to work” status turned on in LI which helped attract recruiters.

Sometimes, the right opportunity finds you!

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