Is cold emailing managers, senior associates etc. when you’re job hunting or following up on an application frowned upon in the consulting industry? I know emailing hiring managers directly is encouraged for sales, but not sure for consulting

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If you can gracefully convey how you’d be able to support their continued success, you have a chance (depending on the receiver’s personality)

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