Starting at a new firm in a few weeks. I'll be switching to a different role and market. Any general pointers on how I can prepare myself for the switch?

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We are consultants. Rarely do we know what the eff we are doing, but still somehow figure it al out in the end.

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Same problems, different client/industry

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Fake it 'til you make it.

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Just relax and enjoy the time in between... You'll learn fast enough

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Start networking now and tell everyone you're start time in order to help get staffed as quickly as possible.

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Update: just put in my two weeks notice!

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Depends what firm you're heading

Which firm? What r u switching from/into?

@ACN 1: I'll be switching from RM Advisory @ PwC to FM Consulting @ KPMG

A big THANK YOU to everyone for the great advice!

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