What goes though you mind when thinking about quitting consulting ? Considering a move to industry

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

$$$

funny

I’ve moved into industry, my main reasons for moving were 1) more stability (but I may end up missing the variety of projects soon…we’ll see) 2) better wlb 3) better pay (but I suppose depends on the firm) 4) less politics (although it exists everywhere, I found it was more intense in consulting) 5) feeling like i would always have to pander to the clients too much even when they were wrong/being horrible so I couldn’t truly voice my opinion 6) I always felt like a temporary guest on projects and not truly part of a company as you spend more time with clients rather than your firm

I moved to industry and got bored. Now I'm back to consulting life... Mainly because I missed constantly learning and the variety of projects and tasks. Routine tasks are not for me

Comp (now and future - MBB had a well trodden path to a very high TC), Variety vs. Control over life / WLB, Stability

Pros and Cons, but I've not come across anything that can buy out the Expected Value of the NPV of starting in consulting. Money isn't everything... But I like a nice quality of life, and that costs.

Related Posts

How is life in FDD/ what are the most common exit opportunities?

like

Within my first year of Consulting, really struggling with the hours amongst other things. Spoken to a couple of people internally and the advice is to get on to projects with bigger budgets and therefore bigger teams/more support. I want to wait until I hit the one year mark before making a decision on whether Consulting is for me or not. Curious to hear from other experienced hires..how is/was your first year?

Hello!
Can anyone tell me whether support role or dev role is better in salesforce company?

like

Looking for advice: would you stay in partner pipeline at Big 4 or move to one of the MBBs as a principal? I am hearing that with Big 4 getting into strategy more, MBBs will be obsolete soon thoughts?

likefunny

I am currently working in advertising with experience on fintech & CPG. I would like to work in tech marketing, specifically Google’s APMM program.
I’ve been studying some PM/PMM books/podcasts/videos, attending Google events, and want to keep learning more to try to prepare myself as much as I can.
What resources helped you get into product marketing/Google?
Has anyone here moved from advertising to tech?
Would love to hear from a marketer about their experience getting into Google.
Thank you

like

Currently an associate at a mid-sized firm with “strong potential” to make partner at the end of this year. Things have been toxic for a while, but have cratered in 2021, with few signs there will be any positive changes on the horizon. What are the pros and cons of staying to make partner before trying to go in-house? I’d assumed it would be better to job search with that title on the resume, but am rethinking my assumptions the worse things get.

like

Okay...here goes: I’m not sure if I just want to leave my firm or private practice altogether? For those of you who have contemplated leaving private practice, how did you finally come to realize that that was really what made sense for you, as opposed to just switching firms?

like

Which is the more lucrative and flexible long term career path when comparing .NET development vs salesforce development.

By flexible I mean in terms of moving between positions, companies and technologies.

I've done both and am currently doing salesforce development but don't want to get pigeonholed.

like

How do I get better at product strategy? Specifically for google PM onsite questions

like

Anyone have experience starting a product consulting side hustle?

I’m about 6 months into PM, and searching for ways to earn more and learn more. Might be too green, but open to thoughts

like

3 weeks in as an experienced hire and still struggling in terms of understanding my role on projects, networking, organization structure, firm initiatives and career development process. How long did it take you to settle in? Any tips?

like

What's the salary range for Senior Associate at PwC India in Assurance? Also how many levels are there in this rank before the next promotion to Manager? Can you also share the avg years of experience required for Senior Associate?

like

Is the CVA exam worth pursuing?

like

New to NFTs - anyone come across a good read that’ll explain what and how to get started? I like to know the details of what I am getting into :)

like

Tried to get into tech but I don’t know what more they want . Any advice or help would be really appreciated

Has anyone on here moved from IB to management consulting as an experienced hire? How do you view the decision in retrospect?

like

I'm a Communications major and a Management major. I have a Marketing concentration and a System Information & Business Analytics concentration. I accomplished this in 4 years and will be graduating this semester.

I have experience working as a Business developer and account executive at a start up company in the robotics industry.

Questions:
What type of job should I be looking for?

What type of certifications should i be looking at?

Any over all advice in to my career path is welcomed.

like

I'm a conceptual ACD. Anyone make the transition from being a conceptual ACD that's worked mostly I'm tv/olv, and integrated campaigns? How did you make the transition? Where did you start?

like

Hello, which is more beneficial Master’s in Human Resources or PHR Certification?

like

What do you guys think about a career in investor relations / capital formation for a decent size PE. I think principals get carry.

like

More Posts

Anybody from TransUnion please refer me to 19011045

like

Any recs for undershirt brands? Looking for beige deep Vs, so that the shirt doesn’t show

like

What are some good cheaper alternatives to Rhone and Lululemon pants & polos? I have a few, but would like to expand a little bit and the fact that $90+ for a polo has become the standard sickens me.

like
like

I have offer of Capgemini, DXC Technologies, Xoriant for noida location.
Not sure which one to join. PLS HELP SHARKS

like

Avg level 8 assoc mngr salary in accenture?
YOE -10
LOC PA/NY
Tech salesforce/veeva

like

Hi is anyone free for a weekly remote 3 hours daily job as a listing agent for rental property? Experienced or not we have salary based for both experienced and none experienced persons . From 550 weekly. Send a DM if interested for more details.

like

Hello, I recently was reached out to by an in-house recruiter at a similar but slightly different company than the one I currently work for. The recruiter provided a base range and an OTE range. The lower end of that range is what I am currently making. The higher end of that range is almost 200k more than my current comp. The role is almost identical. I wasn’t looking to move, but that higher end range would set my family up very nicely for our goals. But I am happy at my current company. Help?

like

hello all,
I have joined CTS on dec-2021 ,I have been assigned to a support project i had 2 years of java development experience before joining CTS ,i have asked my reporting manager to provide release from the project but he is denying it now whom should I approach plz provide me your valuable suggestion

Fishes, what is the base for 1yr experience AC currently?

like

For anyone who receives a quarterly bonus or raise in some form, does your employer start to schedule you for less hours when your raise kicks in, or pull you from a future schedule entirely once you receive a bonus; only to put you back on once the hours you would have worked and earned the amount given are passed? Ie; a part time employee getting $200.00 in a quarterly bonus and then not being scheduled a whole week during a bi-weekly pay period where they would have earned more on the clock…?

like

BigLaw M&A: what do you consider to be “big deal” vs a small and medium deal? For example, what do you consider a $150M deal?

like

Any advice on shifting from association law to commercial real estate in FL?

I've been applying to jobs for months but every position wants at least 2yrs of experience in real estate transactions, usually way more. I'm at 1yr+ doing HOA/condo work but have had no opportunity to do real estate transactions like I expected. Seems like the only way to get the experience is to have nailed a big law gig right out of school and get put into that practice.

Working Moms/Dads: Do in-house positions exist with flex time hours? I need to be able to leave work at 4pm to pick up my son from daycare, but i can get back online at home to resume any unfinished work at 8pm. Is this realistic to convey to any companies in an interview? Pandemic aside, is face time 9-7pm really important? Or should i just try to find a job with a salary that covers a nanny salary and accept that i will never see my son on weekdays (which would be sad for both of us)? TIA!

like

I’m a senior associate and received an offer to join a very profitable client as general counsel that would open lots of doors professionally and financially. Problem is I’m super burned out on law and was planning on quitting law firm in the next few weeks and doing something else with my life. Someone kick some sense into me before I decline the offer.

like

what are your average weekly hours?

like

I'm looking to return to the U.S. after over a decade living and working in SSA (Marcom for ecommerce startups and tech enabled nonprofits). I've been job hunting as I plan my move in the fall but haven't gotten any serious bites. Does anyone have any pointers to ease the process of transcontinental job hunting?

like

I've always used "OTE" to describe my base + variable, but many in this bowl seem to refer only to their variable. Which is correct?

like

Can anyone share hands on/ownership experience with a CX-30?

like

So the question has been asked a few times in the main Big Law bowl but keeps getting derailed into a political issue. As someone with a more conservative disposition anyway I'm interested in the day to day of life and work in Texas as opposed to NYC (or similar).

So, what are the pros and cons of living in Texas and working in Texas Biglaw?

like

Additional Posts in Londoners in Consulting

like

Anyone who has started up a side hustle whilst working in consulting - is it generally a good idea to let your employer know or will they make your life difficult/try to push you out if they know?

(Context - I need the extra income to have a shot at affording grad school, I work for a small boutique, job contract was ambiguous on the issue. Side hustle is selling stuff I make as a hobby on Amazon)

Thanks!

like

People who live with housemates / have a garden. Does it get noisy / do you find people in the garden earlier than (we) finish, that distract you from your work?

Also, living how is living next to a secondary school? Noise / traffic etc?

Thanks

like

Anyone from the states did a deployment here through work? Any advise on how to go about it?

like

Will move in September to London
How acceptable is 60k comp given rise in COL?
Any tips for housing areas/process etc

like

Moving to London in September - looking for a place to live! Any recommendations on neighborhoods?

like

What is McK London WFH policy now? Is it still work from home any number of days of the week you want and project allow or have to go in a couple of times a week?

like

Avoiding US fishes who live in a different reality. How do the london fishes earn (level, company). What % are you able to save monthly?

My own
~10 years total with ~2 years consulting
Pay 100k base + bonus
Realistically saving 40% net take home for house in future

like
like

Anyone heard of Projective groups? Interested in finding out more about the firm.

like

Is Hillingdon/ Uxbridge a nice area to live and commute into London? SO is starting a job in Ox so considering living somewhere in between.

Alternatively, would it be better to just live in Ox and getting a train into Marlybone (my commuting tolerance is higher than my SO)?

like

Oliver Wyman fishies - last round interview for entry level position next week. Consists of 2 cases and one CV panel interview. Any tips greatly appreciated

like

Hi, I'm working with the EY UK in finance transformation consulting. Wanted to ask, how feasible is it to get a gig with the US firm? Since consulting has many opportunities across the pond, wanted to gain US experience as well.

like

Hi Fishes,

Does anyone have worked at Vivid Economics or know about the company? There's very limited information/reviews about it. I was wondering if anyone could give me some insights, eg. the culture, people, the benefits, etc. Much appreciated!

like

Thinking of buying a first property with my SO. Any suggestions on area? criteria: safe and well connected. all wisdom appreciate and welcome!

like

Hey fishes, aside from the obvs candidates (fjord, Ideo, snook, deloitte digital, ey Parthenon, pwc consumer bit), who else is doing good work in the UX research/service design space? UK/Europe based.

like

Any info on salary and bonus for A&M corporate transformation services directors? Glassdoor has v wide ranges..

like

Any good books to read this winter break? On leadership, digital, or any autobiographies?

like

Working as CAL Manager with Accenture S&C India. Offered ~GBP 76.5K (fixed plus flexi) at Manager Grade by Deloitte London.

Prior to Accenture, I have already served as S&O Manager with Deloitte India for ~1.5 yrs - so this would be my second stint with Deloitte as Manager "again".

2 questions:
1. Should I ask for Senior Mgr (AD) grade - to which they have already said NO
2. Is GBP 76.5K sitting at the lower end of M grade in Deloitte UK? What should be a good expectation for the role

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal