Is there a better work life balance working for IBM rather than big 4 for for consulting implementation?

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It depends on the client. I was with IBM about 10 years ago, had one client that mandated 40-hour weeks so we worked it like any other 9 to 5. I had another client that focused more on results and preferred we worked 50+ hours per week.

Im now at a big 4 firm and prefer the higher compensation and breadth/diversity of clientele and projects/engagements over my time at IBM.

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