If you are 100% utilized on a client. How important is it for you to participate in internal initiatives? How does it help/how can it hurt?

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It’s expected that you’re utilized 100% and participating in/leading internal initiatives. It’s table stakes if you want to advance.

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Well at Slalom part of your bonus is tied to activities not related to your client work and performance like internal/community participation. Someone who is only utilized 50% as a consultant could still get the same bonus amount as a consultant with 110% utilization and stellar feedback.

Don’t panic though, you have a few weeks left to get that utilization up 🤑

Important. Sad but true. But look for internal stuff with high impact

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