Tom Spencer
JUNE 6, 2021
In consulting, it is possible for someone to go from entry level to partner (essentially Executive level) at a major firm in as little as 8 years. That is an advanced speed in career progression unparalleled in most other industries. Pivot to Industry. Historically, pivoting to industry was the most popular exit pathway.
Tom Spencer
APRIL 29, 2018
In this post, I explore the other side of the value propositions presented by consulting firms during the recruiting process: “You will be exposed to a wide range of problems and industries”. In larger offices that have consistent streams of work in many industries, new consultants may be pigeon-holed to particular industries (e.g.
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Tom Spencer
AUGUST 11, 2018
Given the project-based nature of consulting work, allowing employees to take breaks in order to raise families, learn, and pursue personal passions, is a viable option. It also helps to recruit or retain talented employees who might otherwise not opt for the consulting lifestyle. Image: Pexels.
CaseInterview.com
MARCH 21, 2019
Consultants learn a lot--fast. A consultant can learn much about many different types of industries and business challenges through their variety of casework. I have heard a number of hiring managers and headhunters remark that a year of consulting experience is worth 1.5-3 3 years of traditional industry experience.
Tom Spencer
MAY 12, 2023
If you are transitioning into consulting from school or a job in industry or government, you will likely begin traveling more than ever. Sure, maybe you have gone to a few conferences or travelled to your company’s annual meeting, but once you begin a consulting career you will be on the road much more frequently than before.
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