What a Consultant at a Big 4 Firm Wishes They Knew Before Entering Consulting
Entering the Big 4 consulting world as an undergrad was intimidating, and Jack wishes someone had emphasized the importance of relationship building early on. A key takeaway is that "there are a number of ways to succeed" by leveraging strengths and pushing oneself.
Relationship Building, Confidence, Entry-Level, Leveraging Strengths, Industry Realities
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Jack Hirsch
Consultant
Big 4 Consulting Firm
Santa Clara University
Accounting
Consulting & Related Professional Services, Technology
Consulting
Honors Student
Video Highlights
1. The importance of relationship building in the consulting role.
2. The initial intimidation of entering the industry as an undergraduate with limited knowledge.
3. The multiple paths to success within consulting firms if you leverage your strengths and push yourself.
Transcript
What have you learned about this role that you wish someone would have told you before you entered the industry?
I wish someone had told me how much the relationship aspect matters. I think that would have given me more confidence at the start.
It was very intimidating coming into this role as an undergrad. When you don't know much and you see tumultuous economic times going on around you, it's pretty nerve-wracking.
I think there are a number of ways to succeed at any of these companies if you are willing to push yourself and leverage your strengths.