Should I leave my PE gig and go back to Bain? I just started in PE a month ago after 2 years at Bain, and so far I’m not loving it. Higher stress, less team feel, longer hours. Looking ahead, I don’t want to be a VP in PE. If I go back to Bain for one more year they’ll pay for my MBA (already in at Stanford deferred), and I could see myself becoming a Manager+ there after. Really enjoyed my time in consulting, and with the MBA sponsorship the comp is similar. However, know I’m brand new to PE.

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Sounds like a paid for GSB is the way to go. I think you know that based on your question.

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I’d stay a year before jumping back to Bain - I was in a similar spot a few years ago and my perspective changed over time

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Over time = after receiving first bonus $$$

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Why did you leave consulting?

At least you know you tried PE and gave it a shot. Now you don’t have to wonder what could have been. There’s nothing wrong with going back to Bain!

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Would they take you back? Might benefit you to Stick it out for 6+ months first. Do you have a mentor at Bain you can talk to?

Yes they would - I was highly rated at Bain. I have a few mentors I could reach out to, but don’t want to put any wheels in motion until I’m more sure of what I want to do.

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I think Bain will pay for ur MBA if you go back after b school

If you want to DM me, I left Bain for a UMM shop, stayed for about 6 months and came back. Know it’s a tough decision and can empathize where your head is at. I likely won’t have an answer for you but I’ve honestly thought about it so much in terms of the trade offs, maybe I could help you isolate the main drivers.

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