I still cannot make peace with myself… But the situation crashed me heavily..
several months ago, I was told 20% of my batch will be in PIP, and I am one of them. Someone just take the money and left, but I decided to do PIP and eventually failed anyways.
I got two months to find a new job, one months just passed. I tried my best to reach out to headhunters and people I know. basically applied every company I can think might be a fit.
I joined the firm one and half a year ago after college, and this is my first job. so my tenure is limited and limits my potential job search. My resume is basically a Bachelor degree + 1.5 yrs at MBB
Now I have several options.
A) strategy role at a well-known tech company, same salary but WLB
B) strategy role at another local tech company, 30% salary raise but huge scope
C) product manager role at a well-known company, 20% salary raise and something new, a lot to learn lol
D) investment manager at a unicorn, 25% salary raise and need to lead junior analysts, I am not sure if I can handle this….
E) keep looking for new roles…but I don't see new interviews coming
F) headhunter told me a tier2 consulting is hiring (actually tier 1.5 if you say so., not sure if I should go). I think its hard to explain in the future why from MBB to tier 2. But I also dont think 1.5 yrs at consulting makes me well-trained for the future…
I still wish I can keep up with my peers at MBB in the future…
I dont care short-term cash flow, but in my country, employers always ask your current salary to set according $$$ when you do job-hopping….
And i am thinking of doing MBA later, should I just pick one offer and planning for MBA to restart, or should I try to get my ass in a tier 2 consulting first? Or if there is any other advice or any aspects that I should consider, I am very much appreciated to learn your perspective.
Last but not least, I tend to believe I really have some problems with my technical skills (excel modeling etc.), making me less confident to stretch myself in new roles.
you are the best Ian!
Ah my pleasure! You're going to be just fine :)
great