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They likely said that to make sure you stick around. That’s not a 6-8 years out conversation. Don’t fall for it.
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He’s a SC what do you expect? Sooner?
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Hahaha omg. I have heard this so many times from my sketchy colleagues.
But never have I heard of a 6-8 year dangling carrot. Maybe 3-4 at most.
Yeah OP, stick around no matter what for 8 years. Chances are that partner will be gone and you just might feel the need to sacrifice everything to maybe make partner lol
It is definitely worth it - if you can make it through. WLB is a lot better than it was when I was an AP/Director.
While it is great you are getting this nod from your partner, as a senior consultant, there is a long road ahead. This journey isn’t always linear, every level is different, and there are factors out of your control, so best advice would be to stay focused on the now but play the long game.
Really appreciate this insight - I’m definitely just focused on today but I guess I got excited at the thought when it was brought up. Might be getting a bit ahead of myself.
Every 3 months evaluate your situation and feelings of staying at the company. Over time your emotions and desires change.
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Totally worth it!
If you don’t want to wait and can find a better job take it.
I appreciate the feedback y’all. A little context - this conversation was fairly casual and it didn’t feel like a carrot being dangled in front of me - more of a general comment.
My question is more general - is the partner route worth it? Whether at my current firm or a different one.
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TBH too early in your career to evaluate this
OK, I'll go. First, I doubt that there is one answer across firms and disciplines. So you probably need to figure out how it is at your firm. I work a lot as my field is competitive with high stakes. That said, not always, but in many ways I have control over things that I previously didn't have and is comparable to senior corporate execs. Lots of responsibilities. Ability to train, develop, and add staff. The more successful you are and more of a book of business, the more control over things you have (but the more you may need to work to maintain it). To the core of your question, I have multiple kids and wouldn't do a career that didn't allow me to spend enough time to raise them right. I can do this job and still do the things I prioritize the most (family - attending / volunteering at schools, vacations, kids sports games...). I probably don't get enough time with friends, especially ones without similar aged kids. But I think that is common - you start hanging out with other people with kids and their families. Finding time to work out is a struggle that I go up and down on and I don't sleep a lot (but I never have).