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Recently went through this transition, what helped me was to shift from thinking about what I’m giving up (travel, faster career/ salary progression, element of ‘prestige’) vs. what I’m gaining (WFH flexibility, baby snuggles, personal time, SLEEP)
Also, was firm on setting an 8hr workday boundary to solidify the difference between my old role vs. new. Giving up some of my performance-based comp to work 2-4 hours less per day was worth it to me!
Would also echo others above, and focus on this as a ‘for right now’ decision, really soak up the things you are gaining in this new role, and then revisit whenever your priorities have shifted/ baby is a bit older.
Best wishes in your new role OP!
Rising Star
Your career is a marathon, not a sprint. Do what you need to stay in it, including “coasting” for a bit. I say “coasting” because you still have the ability to do good work and work a lot even if you want. Just because it’s not the traditional client facing work doesn’t mean it’s not good work. There’s a reason PWC is still paying you to do it! 😊
I did it and it was the absolute best decision for me and my family. The flexibility is exactly what I needed and honestly why I’m still with the company. I’ve always loved the people at my company but not having clients to deal with is also really nice. Yes - you give something’s up but at the end of the day you have to do what’s right for you and your family, and it doesn’t have to be forever too!
Rising Star
I did this; it helps to clarify what exactly you’re looking for from your job/career. For me it was decent comp, good team, challenging work, WFH, control over schedule (mostly). My internal role(s) have checked those boxes, so I’m fine.
I think consulting comes with a lot of validation (if you’re performing well), plus there’s some mental comfort on being revenue generating. So it can be hard to let those things go.
I also feel it can be hard to jump back, so there’s a sense of finality to it. I have no idea if that’s actually true or if people once they’re internal just like it and don’t go back. I stayed on tours of duty for about three years before I was ready to say I didn’t think client service was the path for me.
Thinking of it as an industry exit may help.
Enthusiast
That’s wonderful! I’m sure a client facing role will always be there when you’re ready to return to it while those little moments won’t be. I think you’ll find the encouragement you’re looking for everyday that you’re home enjoying those little moments.
I'm strongly considering it as well and have nothing but congratulations to say to you! There's no rule saying anything is forever, enjoy the extra well-earned time raising your family :)
Cliche, but true: Not many say on their last day, "I wish I would've worked more"
I did it five years ago and have no regrets. I love my team and the expectations are still incredibly high, but without clients and I can WFH.