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Over 40 in Consulting

Discussions for those with a few more miles under their belts, away from prying ears of the young whippersnappers.

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  1. Chief Start-up Consultant

    I've been asked to make a strategic introduction between two businesses. One of them asked me how much I charge for this service. I’ve never charged for introductions before, so I’m seeking advice fro...

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  2. works at COMATCH

    looking for accountability partner to change 1 habit. in my case it will be stop sugar consumption, but you can chose yours. Pls share your challenge and progress in comments

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  3. works at Accenture

    Any thoughts on Mindvalley for self help? Listening to Vishen and not sure right now.

  4. works at Deloitte

    I'm uninspired in my current role and have started applying to jobs. I'm looking for roles in my current field, both at or below my current level of seniority/pay, even though I don't really enjoy the...

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  5. works at COMATCH

    how hiring process for experienced hires looks at FTI? for B. transformation practice. any insights? and how work life looks like if you compare this department vs MBB or big4 pls? is it toxic cultu...

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  6. Partner

    Does anyone else drink during the week and if so what do you drink? Because I need something tonight.

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  7. Consultant

    If you weren't a consultant, what profession would you have pursued instead?

  8. Consultant

    Are there any AI-powered tools you're using to help you with work? What do you recommend for research?

  9. Partner

    Is it just me or is this bowl dead? Did I miss the boat to get out of consulting by now? Why do we do it….

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  10. Senior Consultant

    Do you notice changes in your consulting work as you age past 40? While my presentations, networking, and sales skills have improved, I find myself needing more time for deliverables and feeling fatig...

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  11. CEO

    Do you ever encounter clients who primarily need help cleaning up and optimizing existing spreadsheets, rather than full-scale data analysis or model building projects? While some might find it less ...

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  12. Consultant

    For over a decade as a consultant, I still struggle with anxiety and a sense of dread about the day ahead. Every morning. Only after completing some tasks and deliverables do I begin to feel calmer. B...

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  13. Associate Partner

    I'm SO tired and feel done with the consulting lifestyle. I feel like I don't have a personal life right now. What's the point of making all this money? Others relate? I want an 8-5 job with no stre...

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  14. Partner

    What are people doing tonight and this weekend? It’s been a tough run the last few months.

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  15. works at Argano

    Do Executive or Managing Directors have the "mandatory retirement" age that Principals do at EY or PWC?

  16. works at COMATCH

    hii lovelies. So i failed my McK finals. Feedback: great fit, great creative part, great structures for "normal" cases, but the main partner did not like my structures for "random" questions (when the...

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  17. Partner

    It’s Friday night! How were our weeks? Anyone get fired or fire annoying people? Any plans for tonight or the weekend? What are we eating or drinking or doing?

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  18. works at Argano

    When executive-level recruiters want to catch up after an interview, what do they really want to learn from me?

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  19. Associate Principal

    Looking for advice here. For the past ~6 years I’ve prioritized work and raising my kids (who are now 6 and 3). I’ve gotten really out of shape and feel now is a good time to get back (switching jobs...

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  20. works at PwC

    When did you start to realize that titles aren’t important? Am not there yet … been chasing a title for 3 years and getting devastated by not getting it.

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