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Anyone have any idea about Associate consultant pay at Bain in Riyadh?
In the last reound and I have an offer from OW. (apart from money, which one is better? in terms of culture, WLB, and less public segtor work)
wondering if it's worth it to do the next round or not.
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Mentor
Just say that you are sick (flu or whatever)
People talk about mental health and play the advocate part of it but then zero consideration after that! It might turn against you, people will perceive you differently, etc. etc. It can be used as an excuse later
Just keep it between you, your friends and your doctor
Mentor
Yes 👍
Our company used to give us 1 day of leave for mental health
Coach
Just say that you’re sick bro, mental health is health
I wouldn’t do that in Dubai! I went thru a trauma at work which led to me being in the hospital, the doctor at the time suggested i dont get a note with this as it can potentially risk residency visa renewals.
Coach
We truly are slaves, aren’t we?
What kind of note is needed? Is there a specific diagnosis required?
Coach
Depends on your firm
Mentor
You're paying 50% taxes there for a reason
Long live Europe the best continent in the world
A1 - I get that and we’re all tempted to be on FB all day but trust me there’s a big world outside the consulting bubble. These forums are just the last cries of a dying breed
I’ve gotten sick leave for burnout in Dubai. Just go to a Psych
I also did this, 2 months. As well many of my friends
Coach
At bcg its common
Yes it’s accepted. Anecdotal but heard of a colleague at Bain doing this. Speak to a psychologist.
Yes - common at McKinsey
Doctor note is all that’s needed
Common at OW