How many people regret staying in consulting? If you could do it all over would you leave after initial promotion in year 2/3?

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I just finished year 3. Looking around now, it sure if I should have joined in the first place

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4.5 years in and loving it

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90K in Raleigh, and getting a raise in September. I think I'll end up having to take a pay cut

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@d1 how much do you make / city? I'm also looking at industry. No idea what to ask for

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Preferably in Victoria, British Columbia

It's been 8 months in EY INDIA. with this month I have 4 yoe. When do I will receive promotion from Acon to con. Any idea? Or should I confirm with coinselor@EY

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When is the right time to exit strategy consulting to industry? I currently have 2 years post MBA experience in Deloitte S&O (nil pre MBA) and am getting a good industry offer. Should I take it up or its too early to leave consulting?

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I'm looking to transition from Project
Management in the International
Development/Non-profit space to
project/product management in the
private sector, mostly the tech
space. Has anyone else made this
transition and is willing to give some
tips/advice?

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Hey everyone! I am a CPA, started at PwC, now the assistant controller at a small/medium sized Ag company. Thus far, the plan has been to follow the CFO path. But recently I have been longing for more social/client facing interactions. I am very extroverted. I love meeting and connecting with new people and would like to incorporate that into my career. Any thoughts on possible career paths that would combine my experience in accounting with a more socially fulfilling job?

Thanks I’m advance!

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Assuming you are smart enough to do both (I know big assumption), are you better off being a SWE/data scientist at FAANG or equivalent level at MBB (based on YOE) from a compensation:WLB ratio?

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Any black women here 40+ and still senior manager or lower? I’m wondering how you feel about the glass ceiling and the progress there is for us in corporate. Do you feel it’s worth the fight and stress to move up? A part of me just want to go through the actions to get the check and spend it wisely, but my competitive/ego side feels I needs a high title because the culture says I should have one by now.

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What is the best way to accept a promotion and then negotiate a higher salary?

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I’m currently a tax accountant with 5 YOE. I want to move into a business analyst role I’ve applied for entry level positions (competition is wild) and willing to get certs. I have great hard and soft skills that should transfer pretty well. Any advice on getting the ball rolling? Should I get a mentor? I’ve seen a lot of layoffs too which kind of makes me wonder if it’s worth it.

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What will be the hike % staff to senior promotion ?

Fishes- Consulting (top tier firms) vs product management (big tech). What pays more in the long run? Any other insights are welcome.
Thinking whether to stay in Consulting post MBA or pivot to PM. Will select schools accordingly. Any suggestions on schools (US) are also welcome.

I find consulting very interesting (and it also pays well), but I think I'll like product management at big tech too (plus relatively better wlb).

TIA!

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Is it worth returning to school for a 1 yr or part time MBA to get into VC/PE, further my career, and expand my network? I have 6 years of consulting experience (big 4 and boutique) and a MPH from a top program already...

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I recently got a job offer from a company I used to work for that has a great work/life balance and culture but has a slower track to get promoted. My current employer has a not great work/life balance but it’s much easier to get promoted. Currently 5 years into my career currently bouncing between a project lead and a discipline manager… it’s a decent pay bump- 30%. But is it worth giving up the future potential advancements ?

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If given the choice and being told you are better at Project Management than Account Management... which would be the most beneficial for my career going forward?

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My group director wants me to start working with the initiation phase and eventually become a project manager. What are the best online courses and certifications for advertising?

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Hi all,
I’m currently a junior doctor in an intensive care in London. I’m hoping to make a career switch over to consulting. I’ve done research, but struggling to find an initial landing spot in consulting. Does anyone have advice about making the switch from medicine? Where should I start/aim for? For reference I graduated 3 years ago and am currently studying an MSc in Global Health Policy at LSHTM. Thanks!

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What is the most utilized software that project managers use? I learned MS project via Lynda, but I want to expand my knowledge. Making a switch to Project Management in 2017.

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Hi - does anyone know the level hierarchy in New York Life insurance? Is Corporate VP lower than VP?@new york life

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Deloitte PMDs, whats the process/steps for SM to MD promotion? Especially in non-client facing roles.

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I am searching for anyone who was like me 6 years ago; sitting in public accounting, while secretly working with my small book of clients on the side hoping to get the nerve to leave. I want to connect with accountants that are ready to make the transition from employee to entrepreneur.

If that’s you – we should chat! I would love to share my experience with you, so you can avoid some pretty common pitfalls I made.

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I’m just starting in the medical device sales industry and would appreciate some advice on how to maintain work life balance!

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Can someone please tell me what is the current market salary for a 3 year experience software engineer having experience with python and js (html/css) some hands-on experience with angular

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Will PwC sponsor or reimburse certification cost (S4 HANA) ?

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[query] Is it a good idea to say a firm No due to medical reasons to a new night shift project I'm hired in?Accenture

I recently got a night shift project (2 days ago) that requires me to work from 10:30pm till 7:30am

I'm not comfortable with these timings and I'm thinking to ask my manager to put me on Bench (Due to medical reasons that involve mental health)

Is it a nice idea to say a firm No to a new project I'm hardlocked into, due to night shifts?

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Please share your resume with me if your are interested in DevOps at ShareChat

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How to know our current CTC in WorkDay in IBM? Could someone please tell the steps.
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IBM Consulting

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Have my first ever zoom date today, looking for outfit ideas! So confused 🤷🏽‍♀️

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Do you think it’s worth waiting for Black Friday sale for strollers etc.? Or generally there are no discounts on baby stuff. Wondering if I should buy now or wait - baby is due in Jan.

Anyone ever read OC’s brief and then stare at your reply brief for an hour wondering what in the world you got yourself into?

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This Indian matchmaking show on Netflix is ridiculous. Does this actually go on still?

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There is an echo when I speak on calls due to my home office being relatively empty. I added a carpet but hasn’t made as big an impact as I would like. Any tips

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MBB or FAANG strategy role - which would you pick and why? This would be at the post-MBA level.

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Best/Top Consulting firms in Miami?

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Has anyone or know anyone been fired/layed off and got in another big 4?

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Top consulting superpower: Simultaneously maintaining a Miss America smile and a consistent, undying hatred of the human race

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Should I be expected to get birthday presents for my fiancée's siblings?

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Has anyone taken online sustainability/ESG reporting courses that you would recommend? Looking to get more familiar with the space

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