Is exiting into industry a “death sentence” for career trajectory? I got an offer from a boring not innovative health insurance company. Pays well but worried about a few years down the line. Plateau?

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Well I work for an accounting / audit firm, so boring is a given

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Have fun at Highmark!

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Do more consulting.

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Left for industry haven’t looked back. Just make sure it’s a promo opp/$$$. You can come back for another promo opp to Accenture for more $$$ after 2-3 years.

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I’m 29. Manager.

That would be a super super boring job.

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What’s the gig?

Was wondering the same thing..feel like ppl look down on you for leaving for industry.

Boomeranging shouldn’t be too hard though if you gain a lot of experience in the field you want to consult for later though?

@M1 - mind sharing where you left to?

There’s no one to really baby you in industry. If you’re a go-getter in consulting, you will do well in industry. I realized many people in consulting are sheltered (at least at EY), but perhaps, that’s one of the perks of being in consulting since you have more opportunities for mentor ship. At the the end of the day, look at the market, growth, learning opportunities, and whether there is someone out there who really cares about your development.

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