What do consultants do next?
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What do consultants do next?

Many consultants arrive expecting to stay a couple of years but end up falling in love with the work. However, all good things must come to an end. In this blog we reveal popular next steps after a career in consulting.

Consulting skills are highly valued across industries. Ex-consultants move into diverse roles, but there are some distinct patterns.

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The Hidden Driver of Burnout in Consulting and How to Beat It
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The Hidden Driver of Burnout in Consulting and How to Beat It

Consultants work an average of 70 hours per week. There’s also a lot of consulting firms so the range is very wide, anywhere between 50 and 80 hours. Either way, this is substantially above ‘normal’ working hours.

Consultants are known for working long, gruelling hours. But what makes balancing work and personal life uniquely challenging in the consulting industry? This blog explains why consultants struggle with work life balance and provides tips to help you reclaim your life.

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Dress for success: what to wear to your consulting job
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Dress for success: what to wear to your consulting job

No one wants to be under or overdressed on their first day as a consultant. Most people worry about what to wear to their consulting jobs far more than they’d publicly admit.

Because we know your outfit is causing you more low-key anxiety than you’d like to admit, we’ve created this handy dress for success guide so you can feel like the confident consultant you really are.

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What to expect on your first day in consulting: an insider's guide
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What to expect on your first day in consulting: an insider's guide

Starting a new job as a consultant can seem daunting. You’re probably wondering “where do I go? Who should I meet? How do I get started?”

Some consulting firms arrange big induction days for all new starters. In that case, you can expect to get all the information you need in advance and if you don’t have it, you should reach out to the recruiter from your consulting firm to double check. This blog is aimed at people who don’t have formal induction days arranged.

We’re going to cover what to expect and do on day one to launch your consulting career confidently.

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Pros and cons of a consulting career
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Pros and cons of a consulting career

Consulting has unique upsides and challenges. Weigh these key factors to decide if consulting is right for you.

Life as a consultant isn’t for everyone so in this blog we’re going to share the top pros and cons of consulting so you can decide if this is the career for you.

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A Day in the Life a Management Consultant
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A Day in the Life a Management Consultant

If you're new to consulting, you may wonder what exactly consultants do on a daily basis. While specific activities vary by project, certain core tasks are common across most consulting engagements.

This inside look will demystify the day-to-day work and expectations of management consultants.

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