So I’m in industry from big 4, and a colleague with same yoe comes from MBB. High paying tech firm. I think I work harder and produce quality content at speed, but they can hold executive conversations that tend to impress senior stakeholders.

Big 4 produces work horses and MBB produces leaders. Also they could be a work horse too since I don’t have full visibility.

Anyone have similar experiences or do I just suck at executive stakeholder management?

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It’s probably you and them, not B4 and MBB.

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Absolutely - you’re fully in control of your growth. Don’t count yourself out because you think someone is innately better.

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Comparison is the thief of joy.

Do you have a mentor or coach at new org that you can talk to about this?

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Yes I plan to but wanted perspective here

Your point is valid. Ability to come across as someone who is takes ownership/leadership is very important.

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Yeah - to me they take 1 project and just own it, while I end up getting 3-4 projects and drive thinking but not socializing

Probably more the latter. I don’t think I’m better at “leadership” than anybody at any other firm.
The fundamental bedrock of all leadership is competence, and that isn’t tied to a firm.

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Sure makes sense. I’m competent but not fully - not at influencing

I think you're self awareness is admirable and that your assessment on average is accurate. That's not to say there aren't talented folks in b4 (I've worked with a few) but there is a notable de-emphasis on leadership development below the director level (I would point to the completely lack of upward feedback at PwC is one indicator of this).

The important thing is that you're both valuable and if you want to develop those skills you can.

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You work at PwC

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