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Oil & gas exit opportunities

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Most recent answer on Mar 22, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 21, 2024) is from:
Niklas
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McKinsey Jr. Engagement Manager | Interviewer at McK| Coached numerous candidates to secure MBB offers | University of Oxford
Niklas
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gave the best answer on Mar 21, 2024
McKinsey Jr. Engagement Manager | Interviewer at McK| Coached numerous candidates to secure MBB offers | University of Oxford
Hi there, It depends a bit on what you focused on within BCG, but I would think about the following areas/roles:- Strategy / Chief of Staff roles: many ex MBB I know who joined industrial companies, joined as something ... (read entire answer)
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What exit opps are there after 1 year tenure?

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Most recent answer on Jan 21, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 19, 2024) is from:
Edoardo
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Bain & Co | PE & VC | I helped 50+ professionals to break into consulting and reason on their next career steps!
Edoardo
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gave the best answer on Jan 19, 2024
Bain & Co | PE & VC | I helped 50+ professionals to break into consulting and reason on their next career steps!
Hi! So let's start by first principle thinking - if you feel like you are in serious burnout and you are not feeling somehow ok with staying there, simply take a break and possibly leave. Your career is going to be 40+ ... (read entire answer)
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Leaving consulting just after promotion to Manager

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Most recent answer on Oct 17, 2023
The best answer (on Dec 22, 2020) is from:
Adi
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Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Adi
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gave the best answer on Dec 22, 2020
Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Hey there, Making the decision to move at a time when you are near promotion point is a tricky one. Consider following factors to help you decide: The more senior you are in a big consulting firm, the better your ... (read entire answer)
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Post-MBB outcomes

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Most recent answer on Jul 12, 2023
The best answer (on May 04, 2022) is from:
Giacomo
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BCG Consultant | Interview Coach | Coached 30+ candidates prepare for MBB interviews
Giacomo
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gave the best answer on May 04, 2022
BCG Consultant | Interview Coach | Coached 30+ candidates prepare for MBB interviews
Hi! The exit options for MBB alumni vary significantly depending on the professional context (career step, office, expertise) and personal preferences and opportunities that are presented to each consultant. One privile ... (read entire answer)
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MBB exits by location

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Most recent answer on Aug 07, 2022
The best answer (on Aug 06, 2022) is from:
Francesco
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#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
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gave the best answer on Aug 06, 2022
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Q: Can anyone speak to how MBB exits vary by office location? Will PE/VC firms in the northeast strongly prefer local candidates from northeast MBB offices, or is this irrelevant so long as your casework is re ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 07, 2022 on Aug 07, 2022
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Bad first year experience at tier-2 (big4) strategy consulting firm

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Most recent answer on Jun 05, 2022
The best answer (on Jun 02, 2022) is from:
Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
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gave the best answer on Jun 02, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, I'm really sorry to hear about your experience. That said, that is life, and, that is definitely consulting. There's a reason you're on a pathway to earn $1M+ per year…it's hard and not everyone can do it! I h ... (read entire answer)
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Why do people join consulting after MBA instead of directly going to industry/tech?

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Most recent answer on Jan 23, 2022
The best answer (on Jan 12, 2022) is from:
Clara
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McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Clara
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gave the best answer on Jan 12, 2022
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! Great question, although many people directly go to tech! For instance, Amazon is the top post-MBA employer.  I would say people choose MBB after MBA for:  The prestigous brand The valuable toolkit The opportunit ... (read entire answer)
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How to decide what role to exit to?

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Most recent answer on Jan 23, 2022
The best answer (on Jan 22, 2022) is from:
Francesco
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#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
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gave the best answer on Jan 22, 2022
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Good question! Here are a few things I would try: Network. You can contact people working in companies /positions interesting for you (ideally Alumni) to ask questions. This has 2 advantages: You can learn how ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 23, 2022 on Jan 23, 2022
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Got an offer from tech unicorn, what should I do?

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Most recent answer on Jan 20, 2022
The best answer (on Jan 18, 2022) is from:
Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
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gave the best answer on Jan 18, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, #1 recommendation: Do not join a place because you're trying to leave another place. You need to think about this tech unicorn in-and-of-itself. Reflect on whether you actually want to work at this firm and if ... (read entire answer)
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United Nation vs McKinsey

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Most recent answer on Dec 23, 2021
The best answer (on Dec 08, 2021) is from:
Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
Expert
gave the best answer on Dec 08, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, You have a list of things here that you like/want about each - that's not the way to make a decision! Figure out what are the 1 or 2 main things you care about Look at both offers to see which one meets those ... (read entire answer)
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Exit opportunities - MBB vs boutique

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Most recent answer on Aug 11, 2021
The best answer (on Aug 10, 2021) is from:
Sofia
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Top-Ranked Coach on PrepLounge for 3 years| McKinsey San Francisco | Harvard graduate | 6+ years of coaching
Sofia
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gave the best answer on Aug 10, 2021
Top-Ranked Coach on PrepLounge for 3 years| McKinsey San Francisco | Harvard graduate | 6+ years of coaching
Hello! The distinction here is largely one that comes through signaling and network. The MBB name carries a lot of weight, which tends to get you noticed by recruiters (more cold emails, an immediate standout point in y ... (read entire answer)
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MBB exit - job search strategy

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Most recent answer on May 25, 2021
The best answer (on May 25, 2021) is from:
Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
Expert
gave the best answer on May 25, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Seek, Monster, Google Job Search, LinkedIn, etc. are all great resources for finding job postings. I would recommend specialized recruiting, but, ultimately, networking effectively is the best way to find ... (read entire answer)
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Leave corporate?

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Most recent answer on Apr 30, 2021
The best answer (on Apr 26, 2021) is from:
Ian
Expert
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
Expert
gave the best answer on Apr 26, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, I didn't leave corporate for real estate, but I did leave corporate to go private contracting! Here's my advice regarding taking the leap: Do your research - make sure you know what you're getting into ... (read entire answer)
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on Apr 30, 2021 on Apr 30, 2021
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Leaving consulting

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Most recent answer on Apr 29, 2021
The best answer (on Apr 10, 2021) is from:
Adi
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Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Adi
Expert
gave the best answer on Apr 10, 2021
Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Schedule interviews around early morning (830am)/lunch time slots/late evenings (after 5pm)/Friday...which ever is feasible. Take some time off here and there and thats okay.
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Search time

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Most recent answer on Apr 11, 2021
The best answer (on Apr 11, 2021) is from:
Ian
Expert
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
Expert
gave the best answer on Apr 11, 2021
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Generally they do. I was aware of that policy within my firm + office which provided several months of time AND supporting resources. Of course, you need to find out for yourself. Now, I went about figurin ... (read entire answer)
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Exit Options Tier 2 vs. Big4

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Most recent answer on Apr 04, 2021
The best answer (on Apr 03, 2021) is from:
Francesco
Expert
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
Expert
gave the best answer on Apr 03, 2021
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, In general Tier 2 will offer better options for strategy positions in corporates, but it also depends on the specific role you are targeting. It also depends on what you mean by Tier 2 ;) I would perso ... (read entire answer)
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Headhunters reach out strategy consulting

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Most recent answer on Feb 24, 2021
The best answer (on Dec 01, 2020) is from:
Ian
Expert
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
Expert
gave the best answer on Dec 01, 2020
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, As you might expect, the answer varies quite a bit. For me, in particular, I'm headhunted about twice a month by headhunters/recruiters who value one of two things (or both): MBB brand and data/business ana ... (read entire answer)
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Leaving management consulting just for salary rise?

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Most recent answer on Jul 13, 2020
Anonymous B gave the best answer on Jul 09, 2020
Don't do it especially if you work for a top tier consulting firm. You only get to leave once and it is in your interest to leave for an opportunity you are truly excited about. In the long run money tends to even out
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Freelance as a consulting exit

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Most recent answer on Aug 29, 2019
Anonymous gave the best answer on Oct 16, 2018
Hi Anonymous, I am actually finishing a book on this ("how to survive the first years as a freelancer"), in German, though. For the book, I am drawing on my own experience as well as interviews with 40 or so freelanc ... (read entire answer)
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Why do most consultants at MBB leave after about 2 - 3 years?

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Most recent answer on Aug 03, 2019
The best answer (on Aug 03, 2019) is from:
Vlad
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McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Vlad
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gave the best answer on Aug 03, 2019
McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi, The average lifetime as a consultant is 2.5 years. Thre are multiple reasons: Up or out policy - you have to leave if the performance is below expectations Leaving for MBA and not coming back Hard lifestyl ... (read entire answer)
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