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People look at this and go “consulting = insane growth
Which is true but that’s not the full story
This kind of trajectory usually means:
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consistently top ratings
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faster-than-average promotions
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being in the right projects/teams and a bit of timing + luck
Consulting gives you the platform, exposure, and brand no doubt but not everyone in consulting ends up here. Early promotions + performance matter a lot more than just the tag.
So yeah, consulting helps but this level of growth is still very much an outlier
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"This is the reality check the industry needs. The 'Up or Out' culture ensures that only the outliers reach that leadership level. It's not just about the hours you put in, but how much 'strategic capital' you can build within the firm in a very short window. Great perspective on the nuances behind the prestige.
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Spot on. People often mistake the 'platform' for the 'engine.' Consulting provides the platform (the brand and the network), but your performance is the engine. The 'tag' gets you into the room, but only consistently high ratings keep you on the fast track. It's the difference between being in a firm and being built by a firm
