Thinking of going back to consulting. For those who have done it, what are the things to be aware of? It will be 18 months. I could go back to old job / same role or go for another consulting firm.

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Agree! Whyy!!!

WLB adjustment can be difficult if you’re coming from industry / better WLB. Right out of college I used to be able to pull late nights, wake up just fine, but returning to consulting when older takes a bigger toll on the body

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