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My dip in job satisfaction is entirely driven by pandemic reasons. Being on teams that still travel and co-locate make it much better though.
At least you got that MBB prestige, right?
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I give myself a pep talk in front of the mirror every morning to remind myself of all the prestige bestowed upon me that I’m not worthy of.
Then I go and light a candle in front of my McKinsey Shrine, say a couple prayers to Marvin Bower requesting strength & professionalism, and just keep chugging along.
Did you read that article about the girl at McKinsey that cried everyday. Can’t imagine you guys are the only ones.
I haven't. Would you have a link?
Were you at a different consulting firm before, or in a totally different role?
Different firm, slightly different role
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OP I’m about to move from Big 4 to MBB. What is so different now that you don’t enjoy anything at work? Did you previously enjoy you job at your former employer?
70 - 80 hour work weeks. I think for me it's largely about not having the time to be curious, inventive. Execution is paramount and there's no time to stop. Do, do, do, do. I feel like a machine.