Which role sets you up for better long-term career success:

1. AC role at ZS as a SIP generalist
2. C role at a boutique firm doing mostly launch strategy/support (20% higher TC, if that matters)

Thanks!

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ZS probably. Exit opportunities including business school probably more established from ZS than from a boutique. MBA sponsorship, wider client relationships, international opportunities... All things to consider.

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all good points, thanks!

These posts don’t work because ZS has 6,000+ employees and dominate this platform...

Let us know what you decide on.

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What’s the client exposure like at the second firm? You can always lateral to ZS at the Consultant level if that’s what you want!

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I'd imagine exposure and responsibilities will be higher at the boutique. thanks for the advice!

FWIW, am at a boutique now, going to an M7, have a life sci VC pre-MBA internship. Exit opps are what you make of them from either - they will generally get you to the same spot if you grind.

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If the thinking is that the ZS brand will open more doors.. it probably won’t. Most places won’t care. Would definitely opt for higher comp, title, and more responsibility

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20% higher comp? Make your own exit ops. Take it

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I’ve never done the boutique side, but have been at ZS for 5 years and probably going to be a lifer lolz. The opportunities are awesome if you set out for them - and the people are generally great.

Obviously has the usual stressors of consulting still - but I find them manageable. Happy to chat more if you want to DM!

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Go for more cash!

Agree go for more cash after 12 months circle back to ZS with additional hike this kind of compounding is hard to beat

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