I’m 6 months in, started as a new hire, and I really don’t think consulting is for me. On my second project until September and giving it a chance but anyone been in my shoes or have advice?

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Whatever advice people give you, make sure the problem you're solving is "What is best for me and my long term career goals?" and not "How can I make this one particular job more tolerable?"

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Lies. Get out if you’re unhappy.

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Same situation but 9 months in. On my second project now. What is it about consulting that you don’t like?
I’m on my 2nd project and everyday I think about leaving but my first 1st project wasn’t bad. I think it’s the teams that you work with that makes the difference

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I agree with D1. You gotta wait at least two years. The best way to see how good you have it is to go somewhere else. It’s a shame but you have it pretty good. You just don’t know it. Fix what you can and accept what you can’t control. Attitude is a lot of the solution

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Stick it out for 2-3 years and then move on. By that time you'll have gained valuable experience and skills and will easily be able to move into another industry.

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Same situation 1 year in. I don’t agree with sticking it out if you’ve found what you want to do instead and aren’t doing that type or work/projects that don’t provide any related skills. For me, I just found the company lied to me in terms of what I could do and the number of people I talk to and have seen leave at all levels only confirm that.

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Focus on the skills you want to build and that might make it more tolerable. After 2 years, you’ll have a solid list of transferable skills to take somewhere else. But, if you are truly miserable, follow your gut. Life is too short to be unhappy everyday at work. Good luck!

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Why don’t you think it’s for you? Depending on the reason, some things may be fixable

I also wanted to leave my first few months as a new hire. I gave it a chance and found another practice that I want to pursue as a career. Im glad I gave it a chance, but I know other people who want to leave and that’s fine as well

If you don't have any visa restrictions or work permit constraints then get the hell out! Give it a chance obviously but after a year if you don't like it then leave...dont waste your time...life is too short

I’m glad I stuck it out because second project has been SO much better I really love it and the people and the work so far, so thanks for all the advice ❤️

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