People who have worked in both big four and MBB in strategy, what are the main differences that drives more value in MBB? Is it content? Are partners just better at selling the work?

Anyone Hiring or willing to refer for a new role Within industry/strat consulting for TMT (Telco,Media and Tech)

Background : 8YOE (7 for TMT)
4 years in telco strategy (industry)
2.5 years Ex MBB
Currently at Boutique (TMT focus)

LOCATION: UK/London
Thanks!

Graduating senior. Have choices between MBB and SWE at FAANG. Not sure what to do. Long term I’d love to be in a small startup or a leader in a tech company. Not sure which path is better for that. Any thoughts?

Wondering how much a Partner makes in Big 4 consulting? Is there really that big of a difference at the Partner level compared to MBB (starting 7 figure)?

How is TSMG in terms of CTC, type of projects and WLB? I have heard CTC is comparable to MBB - is that correct?

I need a mentor to guide me for a job role in MBB. I have 5 YOE (4.5 years in Manufacturing & Automation 6 months in SaaS) any volunteers?

Do any of the top consulting firms hire into the Engagement Manager level after an M7 (if they had manager experience elsewhere)? I know MBB probably doesn’t but what about other tier 2 firms after that - and asking for US or Canada

Looking for a referral to MBB firms - thanks! 🤝

Currently a senior interested in consulting but a mix of coming from a non target and requiring sponsorship has me losing hope. Any recommendations on how to proceed with recruiting? I've been told only MBB will sponsor entry level consultants. I have both VC and Consulting experiences through internships.

I'm a PhD student (graduating next year) looking to pursue consulting (ideally at MBB or Big 4). I would love to learn about full-time opportunities in New York starting 2023

Tier 2 to MBB fish... How has recruiting for other jobs compare at the two firms?

Is MBB serious about DEI? How is the environment for minorities (both at the bottom and top, including for East/South Asians)

Which would you pick: MBB strategy consultant or FAANG Product Manager ?
Looking to explore... have 1 interview lined up with MBB, but seems like FAANG PM pays more?
I am currently at 3.5 YOE and hoping for Manager promo this PA cycle, but for sure know I will not be making the same $$$ at Accenture

Do you always need an MBA to get into MBB?

Anyone who has been through both rounds at MBB - does case difficulty get any harder between round 1 and 2? Or is it just the level of interviewer?

Which would you rather? Internal at MBB or client-facing at Big 4/ACN?

Are consultants at MBB allowed to trade individual stocks? Or are they limited to mutual funds only? For example, can someone at McKinsey buy AAPL?

Do tech companies like FAANG hire strategy consultants? Starting at an MBB/T2 next year and curious if tech companies leverage consultants as much as other industries. Part of me wonders if they are in such high growth right now that consultants can’t add as much value, thus maybe a smaller presence. Thoughts?

What's a median salary (considering all US employees) for big 4, Accenture, MBB and FAANG? Is 200k for big 4/ACN, 300K for MBB, 400k for FAANG a good ball park estimate?

I’ve got a friend in Dubai who has experience in IB and VC at junior levels (in London and Dubai) and would like to break into consulting. He’s at a small cap VC at the moment and works not that challenging, and he wants to break into MBB or tier 2 for strategy. Anyone happy to look at his CV?

As an MBB consultant looking to move into industry, should I expect to take a pay cut? The roles I’ve come across so far seem to for less pay than I make now

First day of 30mg vyvanse today. Had a rush of energy and hyperfocus (too much so) about 2-4 hours in, but had a complete crash 5hrs after taking the pill (just a wave of fatigue, felt very good after a quick 15min nap actually) and not sure if it had any effect after. Is this normal? Should I stick it out for a few days or is this a big sign that I’m not on the right meds/dose? Nervous to keep trialling this during the workday since a midday crash is not ideal. Appreciate any advice!

So, 100% of the times I’ve got further in the interview process and I’ve got an interview with the ECDs or CCOs, I got the job. Always.

Except for the 2 last ones. And the only difference was...cont

Anyone ever move from an internal role to one with external clients? I manage a learning function for a line of business and pondering the next move: industry, startup, consulting...

Any recommendations for couch and rug cleaning services in Back bay area? Thanks!

Pwc ke fyde in this comment thread!!

Do you think partners in law firms have too much power and autonomy? eg. the power to refuse leave, to do your annual appraisal, to make you work while on leave, to overwork people, to manage the team on their on terms etc. Is this power bad or good for the firm and the team overall?

Related question - Do you think the HR in law firms are just there for show since the partners have a lot of power and autonomy?

Hi,
I interviewed for ACON position in Knowledge & Insights team. It's now 5 6 business days still no update from HR on anything. Should I just assume that my candidature is not moving forward?

Thanks

Any help / Tip to clear situational based judgmental test

If your employer mandated you need to come in 5 days a week would you consider quitting? My situation is I live in my geographical territory and the office is 45 minutes away. No performance issues at quota consistently.

Hey fellow fish,
Deloitte Tax Management Consulting (TMC).
Thoughts please? Is it mgt consulting? Exit opps?

I’ve made it 5+ years in a NY M&A practice and have consistent exceeding expectations reviews. I’ve had a few mental breakdowns because of work during this time, but thankfully made it through. I’ve been in a near constant depressive/anxious state for family reasons for the last year and half, and am soon having my first kid. I’m scared shitless that I’ll spiral out of control both at work and at home if something doesn’t change soon. Any suggestions on how to keep this job and keep it together?

Joining a big firm next week as fully remote lateral and flying out to home office for orientation. The schedule has me in office until 4:15. I’ve already been told I won’t have any actual work. Depending on how many people are there and how it feels, I was planning to stay an hour extra but should I hang around the office until later? First time visiting this city so it’d be great to take in some sights too (although that’s not a priority of course).

How to deal with a relationship trauma? Especially when your ex has moved on.

Folks, some advice on tipping please. I went from having freedom to WFH whenever I wasn’t traveling (accommodating spouse travel) to using a dog walker at least 3-4 days/week, a lot of weeks. cont’d

First year in consulting, is it worth purchasing a car this early? I’m living at home and about a 45 minute car ride away from my home office. Any suggestions? What have you done?

Any suggestions for self help books on anxiety? Been dealing with anxiety for quite some time now and have been seeing a therapist but also just want to see what other resources are out there.

Best consulting firms to work for that will allow 100% remote work indefinitely regardless of what clients do?

I am a contractor with a three month rolling contract and have decided not to renew my contract again. Should I give two weeks notice? I already confirmed it would be renewed with my manager before a new opportunity came along that I am very excited about. I had planned on giving 3 weeks notice, that is until two people in my immediate personal circle have said my company will probably just let me go the day I tell them since I am a contractor. Thoughts?

What are some concrete reasons why someone in consulting would be fired, other than the obvious stupid things?

Looking to improve general communication skills (especially around structuring narrative/ key messages), any books/courses that you would recommend?

Have you ever quit a job without having something lined up? This job is taking a toll on my health and I’m not in a tough financial situation (23 years old,75k saved, no student loans). What would you do? Would i be an Idiot to walk away from a decent salary?

Anyone here has insights on AWS business development manager role for PE clients ? A recruiter reached out and the role looks interesting. Curious if it’s all sales work ?

Best books on leadership and sales skills?

Why do people hate on implementation so much?

Can somebody please refer me to PWC middle east advisory please?

SM asked us to shifted client billing hours to non-chargeable code... Will significantly impact utilization... Sucks

Anyone at Highmark Health? Would love to get your input on a few questions. Thanks!

Top consulting firms in the aviation / urban air mobility space?

I feel stuck as a Strategy Manager and want to make a career pivot at 35. But have no idea what i should do? Any suggestions, resources or books that I should read to help with my existential mid thirties crisis? I have experience in technology consulting, corporate strategy, freelance consulting and law. Do I go back to being an Attorney, or do I retrain and become a financial advisor or something else?

What are the best consulting firms in the capital markets and/or investments world?

M/SM and above, why do you label a meeting as “touch point” or ask if you can have a “quick chat” when it’s something serious? Millennials like us always assume we’re about to get fired - I actually have been laid off in a meeting with that title. But at my new job, my boss asked for a “quick chat” to literally ask me to change the title of a meeting and then chat about christmas. Now that I’m in management, I want to understand it better.