Trying to understand the differences between all the consulting companies. What is each company known for? I hear MBB, Big 4, Tier 2/3/etc but besides prestige is there any difference between all of these?

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Colour schemes on decks are totally different.

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So for example LEK and FTI and Deloitte are all the same except color scheme and prestige?

1. Comp: don't take this the wrong way but coming from MBB, I was really surprised how much less big 4 pay a few years post MBA/PhD

2. Project pipeline: "Nobody's ever been fired for buying IBM". You bet that the most transformative challenges at F500s end up with MBB support

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We are known for charismatic, charming staff with boyish good looks

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I may be Young but I am Earnest

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Big 4 (besides EY-P and S&) are boring implementation projects with a few sexy strategy engagements here and there. Lame exit opps compared to Tier 2 and MBB

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Hi, does anyone know the salary of a manager in IT Audit (or regular audit) in the big 4 in Singapore? Also, do you know what the working hours are like in normal and busy season. Thanks in advance

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Anyone worked in Econ consulting before (eg., Cornerstone Research, Analysis Group, etc.)? Or pick Econ consulting over MBB? Would love to learn about the pay vs MBB and long term career path/exit opportunities. Thanks!

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As an MBB consultant looking to move into industry, should I expect to take a pay cut? The roles I’ve come across so far seem to for less pay than I make now

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Bain & Company Best non-MBA master’s program to get into consulting in US/EU (preferably MBB)Boston Consulting Group McKinsey & Company Bain & Company Kearney

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Worked a few years at a small company and wondering what it actually takes to make the big jump to MBB. Anyone willing to connect and share insights?

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What is post-MBA associate comp in Canada at MBB? Is it thr same nominal figure as US, but in CAD (I.e., lower when converted to USD)?

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For those of you that jumped from Big 4 to smaller audit firms, what are some of the things that you did that helped you have a successful and fulfilling career at your smaller firm?

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Tips for getting an MBB interview while in a T15? What goes into the decision making process?

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Any startup looking for data science/AI experts or AI products ?

I am currently working as Data Scientist with Big 4 and have consulted brands present in Top Brands.
Ping me directly if in case you have any requirements.

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Polling the group: Stay for one more year at Big 4 firm as a manager and get possibly get promoted next year - or take senior manager job now at a boutique firm? Offering same pay but better hours.

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Thoughts on big 4 boomerangs?

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Anyone in the Big 4 corporate finance / investment banking groups willing to DM. I have several questions about the position. TIA

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Curious how MBB's cybercapabilities are viewed within the cyber world. Experiences, thoughts?

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Is it worth making the time/money investment to make the switch from big 4 FDD to MBB. This would require getting into and paying for a top MBA program and my net worth would be way negative after that. Are the MBB financial returns worth it? Im 26 years old for reference

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Anyone knows what's the payscale for Big 4 auditors for SA and below? And how is the work at audit like lately? Heard the turnover rate is beyond extreme after the pandemic and there's no longer a non-peak?

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Tried to jump to a big 4 as a senior 2 in risk assurance . SF market - offered 93k base and 15k bonus. Is this worth?

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I’m one of the only attorneys in my Texas firm that had electricity, internet, and water this week. I was warm and comfortable but still could not get any work done because things going on in the outside world are distracting. When I try to work, I feel like I can barely hold a thought in my mind before I get the “wait, what am I doing again?” feeling. I just want to know, I’m not the only one that struggled this week to do any work, right?

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Can’t sleep. Any ladies want to chat? 👩🏽

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Which dating app you recommend to use?

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For dating and relationships!

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Can I put paper and search job.I am not getting any calls as I have notice period of 3 months(My perception). I don’t know what do as all experienced people are serving notice their period and gonna leave in a month. I am getting lot of pressure as I am the only one left in the team.

What is the average salary for an Employee Benefits Account Manager? I’ve been in the industry 6 years.

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Once the non-compete with Guidehouse ends, do you think PwC will restart their public sector practice?

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When non-ad ppl ask you what do you do? In terms of title; do you tell them “copywriter”? Or immediately assume they dont know and might confuse it with copyright infringement, and just end up telling them that you’re a writer or a creative director, and skip the hassle

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How does contract to hire work? If I’m offered $37/hr on w2 for 3 months and then possibly a permanent position, how much can I expect to get annually as a full time company employee as a BI data analyst II? I have a M.S. and certificates in DA but this will be my first job as DA.
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I was supportive of Lori when this virus first started but her actions since have dwindled my support of her. I don’t expect her to make every decision correct nor do we have to agree with all of them. I believe she should be correct around 75 percent of the time but I believe she is in the 50 percent range. I know everything doesn’t fall on her shoulder but things haven’t been great as of late. Hopefully they figure out something soon.

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EY folks, anyone get their Invisalign covered by insurance?

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I am going to Istanbul for two months for work. 24 yo male. Any advice from people with experience living there? How should I dress? Do’s and donts? Things to do?

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Looking for advice from consulting moms and dads - has anyone managed a successful consulting career (not taking a hit in terms of promotions/growth trajectory) and had significant involvement at home with your child(ren) as well? My goal is to be a career consultant, and my spouse and I are thinking about kids in the near future. Both of us are pretty ambitious - think B-school grads with rising careers.

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Looking for book recommendations; any favorites? Interested in both fiction and educational/self-improvement (for example, investment / finance books, time management, etc). I feel my vocab is...

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Promotion timeline at your firm? Like EY promotes once a year, announced in July and goes into system in October. Just curious

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Is it just me who thinks people have started showing off too much on linkedin nowadays.. 😐

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I am feeling like I am the verge of a meltdown at my current job, and I have a variety of interviews but I’m having a really hard time making time for interviewing and my current responsibilities. I have plenty of money in the bank, and I sort of want to just quit and finish out my interviews, choose a job and get a little time off - but in some ways this seems crazy. Thoughts?

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Any book recommendations for the summer vacation season? What's your favorite book over the last year?

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I’m a creative / tech innovator applying to McKinsey and the other big four. However, I’m now concerned my limited on-the-fly math skills will automatically count me out. Seems like the interview process weighs on that. Im wondering if I need to hire a math tutor to help me get up to speed. Or, wondering if those of us who are more creative can get away with less than ideal math skills. What’s the reality?

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What’s the worst big city to live in and why is it Boston?

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Went to a good but small liberal arts college no one has heard of. Want to slap some ivy on my resume. What masters programs sound impressive but are actually easy to get into?

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I don’t relate to nor look up to any of the leaders at my firm… time to jump or is this the case everywhere?

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I have my final round interview for Accenture CDP this Friday! The email indicates I will have a ‘technology showcase’ with an ‘accenture scenario’ portion and a ‘strengths-based interview’. Any tips/comments about what to expect?

Thank you in advance!

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Hello! I’m going to BSchool in August. Any recommendations on books / websites / videos to be more prepared for management consulting interviews?

Does mba help in pivoting to consulting? I want to learn more about business + do strategy work and I’m not sure if I’m getting that in tech. Undergrad major was econ and was very theoretical (didn’t learn anything about business). Have done interviews with all MBBs in the past but either didn’t pass assessment stage or didn’t make it pass the case interviews. Feedback was that I need to improve business judgement for case interviews.

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Hey all, new hire here! Going to receive a $250 wfh credit; any recs on what I should get to build out my home office?

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