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Difference between tendency to reply email: Asia vs. Europe?

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Cristian

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That's interesting. As a non-German living in Germany, I've rather noticed the opposite (it depends, of course, on what you compare it with). I would say that it also differs depending on the industry that you're talki ... (read entire answer)

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How to manage the working hours as a consultant?

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Benjamin

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Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer

Benjamin

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Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer

Hi, Sharing my perspective having worked in consulting for ~9 years, and gone through the different ranks Fundamentally, you have to understand that consulting will be a tough job. Average working hours here in SEA is b ... (read entire answer)

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What kind of hotels do MBB consultants usually stay in?

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Benjamin

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Benjamin

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gave the best answer on Oct 13, 2023

Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer

Hi, Interesting question. MBBs typically stay in 5 star hotel chains. Each firm will have their corporate tie-ups and approved rates with hotel chains, and whenever you are staffed in a new location/city, there will be ... (read entire answer)

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What are the typical work day hours at a major consulting firm?

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Most recent answer on Sep 30, 2023

Francesco

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Francesco

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gave the best answer on Dec 18, 2017

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Hi Frank as mentioned by Bill, working hours depend on the geography. In Dubai, Singapore and Southern Europe hours are usually longer (my experience in Italy was 9am-11pm Mon-Thu, 9am-8pm Fri and 70-80% of weekends w ... (read entire answer)

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Any advice on how to start a new job working from home? Your opinion on the future of consulting?

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Hi there, Let me include my general consulting job tips below, but I'll also add some thoughts on WFH specifically: WFH Tips: Get the right equipment and make sure it's ergonomic (good chair, 1-2 monitors, a key ... (read entire answer)

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Working Hours Tier 2 vs. Big4

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Most recent answer on Apr 03, 2021

Adi

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Adi

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gave the best answer on Apr 01, 2021

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Germany and Consulting= generally bad work life balance regardless of the consulting company :). Dont base your decision on this factor and its going to be hard initially. Balance will improve over time but even then it ... (read entire answer)

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What value does the consulting industry bring to the world?

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Adi

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Adi

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gave the best answer on Mar 10, 2021

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Hey, Have a look at this thread for a very similar question- https://www.preplounge.com/en/consulting-forum/career-at-mckinsey-given-the-scandals-9193. I cant disagree with your sentiments and this is sadly true. B ... (read entire answer)

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Consulting + good work life balance?

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Anonymous B gave the best answer on Mar 31, 2017

Hi! From my personal experience, I agree with Chris and Matteo’s answer. There’s always a trade off. At big 4, The working hours may be better, but you may also get bored at times. At MBB you have more demanding tasks ... (read entire answer)

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How are the chances and the working environment for women in consulting?

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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 Jul 30, 2017

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Hi, It depends on the company: 1) Tier 2,3 consulting companies (Accenture, PWC) have a huge share of women and better work-life balance so I believe there have no specific hiring targets. 2) BIG3 companies have f ... (read entire answer)

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Does anybody have experience/knowledge about working for Horvath?

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Anonymous gave the best answer on Aug 08, 2017

I don't have direct experience but a good friend of mine worked there for a little while and had a very positive experience. - SALARY: Lower than the MBB but competitive with other companies of the industry - EXIT ... (read entire answer)

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Is it more stressful to work for top companies like google, facebook, apple etc. or for top consulting firms like McKinsey, BCG or Bain?

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Michal

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Ex-Bain consultant, got offers from McK, BCG, Bain. Now a Product Manager at a startup

Michal

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gave the best answer on May 16, 2017

Ex-Bain consultant, got offers from McK, BCG, Bain. Now a Product Manager at a startup

Hi there, I was a consultant at Bain, so I certainly know the consulting side of the story. I also have friends at Facebook and Google, so even though I don't have direct experience from these companies, I can tell you ... (read entire answer)

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Career in management consulting - reasons for exiting, exit options, working environment..?

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Francesco

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Francesco

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gave the best answer on Mar 18, 2017

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Totally agree with Hemant; I would add to the list of exit opportunities Private Equity, in particualr if you are coming from MBB (Bain is particularly strong on that thanks to Bain Capital connections). Dolf also provi ... (read entire answer)

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