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Honestly no, I don't think I am. To me family, friends, and a social life are more important than my career and I'm not willingness to sacrifice my sanity and free time for something that's not guaranteed to be counted for me. I'm ok with a 9-5 that's slower and less aggressive as long as I'm contributing to society and get to go home to my SO at rhe end of the day
Honest Answer: No, I've mentored and have given advice on this topic several times. Yes, it's prestigious, Yes, it looks good on your resume, Yes, it pays well over the national average and then some, & Yes, we are only a few industries left where we can expense things in which is unacceptable in many other industries. However, with that said, prior commitments, relationships, hobbies, and much more are always given a back seat (for the most part). And for some that's okay, this is what they want to do, and for some, it's not and its okay either way. You only live once, so if this doesn't make you happy, go out and do something that will.
We're all FTEs on a spreadsheet
I agree. I'm looking for a new job
There is a way to thrive at Deloitte without doing what everyone tells you to do--I would encourage you to stick with it a bit more. I was in your shoes about a year ago and was really unhappy. But I had just started and I wasn't about to quit before 2 years... Then I just said, screw this culture of working nights and weekends and kissing up to people. So I stopped working on weekends and I refused to work late nights on things I didn't like. I kept three initiatives I actually liked (planning events for our office, community service, retail prd) and stopped comparing how much I worked to everyone else. I was much happier, less stressed, and got a higher rating this year. I don't think many people, even those who are cut out for consulting, survive on doing crap just to impress people. Everyone learns that in order to succeed, you need to have passion. I would encourage you to give that a try... Find something you feel good about doing and naturally you will perform well and be noticed for your passion and dedication. If you're still unhappy after that then by all means find something else that works for you. Just don't want you to have a bad experience only because someone told you you basically signed your soul over when you took the job, because you still have a choice. :)
Check out Federal consulting. I'm home everyday by 5 (with the exception of deliverable times of course) and don't touch my work on the weekends. I often feel like I'm cheating having as balanced a life as I do.
It's a difficult industry and I think takes a specific type of personality to enjoy and thrive in this environment. I can't imagine doing anything else. I need my alone time and travel works out really well for me, the uncertainty and constant changes keep me on my toes, the work is exciting and keeps me sharp. I get bored in industry jobs after a year.
@a2 Ditto. I worked in industry for 5 years, had my evenings and weekends free, but saw no career or financial growth. Went back to consulting and just made partner this year. No regrets!!
Working for 11 hours a day on your project, with minimal breaks and in your free time, make power points for 'firm initiatives'. Not worth it, I suppose?
There's a lot of people who enjoy the work and are happy to work 60 hours or more a week. This job isn't for everyone, but I feel sorry for people who think this is a job because you have to compete with people who think this is fun and can't get enough.
D3 does have an excellent point. I am very clear about what I can and can't do. If I'm working at night or on a weekend, it's because I am really excited about it and am just into the project. I also set limits on how much I am willing to spend of my personal time on work. If you start feeling over stretched then your performance will likely decline.
Every corp job you will have the same feeling. Here or anywhere else. It's just that our hours are longer because our careers are more aggressive too
You nailed it - consulting is not for everyone. There are some personalities that can tolerate the long hours, abuse from managers and clients, travel issues, etc.. That is why attrition is so high in this field and will continue to be. If consulting is not for you, find something else that makes you happy.
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@OP Maybe you should give Advisory a try. We don't have requirements for firm initiatives (it's only encouraged because it helps you network). I get away with doing none and still get 2's for my YE. I'm totally ok with not getting a 1 because I like my work-life balance.
Didn't you have round tables already?! Too early in the year for that (but on the bright side no one will remember it by YE 😎)
Yes I did. Expecting an average review. I have no passion for what I do
Congrats EY2!! I'm a manager but hope to make partner one day too. I get snide remarks from some family and friends about how much I work but I have to do what's right for me and my family.
Very good advice D3 :) thank you. I understand what you're saying. But I don't understand the concept of doing much more(initiatives) than you're already doing on your project. I guess it is too aggressive for a personality like mine.
Yeah, the rah rah shit is obnoxious as is the requirement for pieces of flair on the corporate vest