How often do you all consider leaving consulting altogether? And what makes you stay in consulting? I’m at the cusp of making Partner but seriously debating whether it’s really worth it

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I was not at your level but in similar situation: I was within reach to Senior Manager at a Big4 2 years ago but decided to call it quit after working hard towards that for couple of years prior. Honestly the COVID WFH period was the last push for me: I realized how much I was missing out from spending QUALITY time with my then 2yo kiddo by staying in consulting, also how numb I was when I got my pay raise after constantly being under unhealthy level of stress. I ended up taking a significant pay cut to move. As cliche as it is, that was the best decision in my career so far.

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What work are you doing now? I’m on sabbatical trying to figure out my next steps… could really use some guidance n& understanding of what else exists out there

I’ve wanted to leave for the past 7 years but, I can’t find a job outside of consulting.

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I’ve applied and interviewed at many places but, the only offers I ever receive are within the consulting realm. I’ve interviewed for jobs within product management, program management, business analyst, operations, etc.

Daily. The pay keeps me satiated for now but if the right role pops up at my preferred targets come up, I’ll be dropping that “It’s been real” email

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Daily for the past 7 years

Every few months…

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