If you had the opportunity to leave consulting and work in industry doing the same work (which you like!) minus the billable hours, sales goals, and terrible wlb but you would be in a location that is less than desirable to you, would you take the job? Assuming you are satisfied with the pay.

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Depends if I had the same ability to influence and drive change that I do as a consultant. Typically you have about 25%-50% as loud a voice in industry. If that’s something you’re ok with then go for it. I can’t stand feeling marginalized considering all the hours I put into my job.

I spent 12 years in industry and 8 in consulting. The difference in perceived worth is staggering.

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