Partner One

Looking to be more thoughtful / intentional with my clients. What are the things you do to show you care?

E.g. holiday gifts, birthday reach outs, monthly check-ins

Anyone have recommendations on headhunters to help make transition to industry?

Partners in big4 consulting (not audit), what’s your book of business?

Honest question - is being a partner really worth it? Aside from the obvious compensation benefits, if you had to do it all again would you? If yes, is there anything you’d change? If not, why not?

What % of partner comp is deferred at your respective consulting firms?

Trying to gauge the level of cash compensation versus deferred comp, and how long vesting looks like. Feel free to keep it directional as i … more

Partners what’s the size of your book? Is $3M for a tax or audit partner at GT/RSM/BDO a fair guess?

Thinking of joining EY as an equity partner from another Big 4. Currently do not have equity but do have a chance at the current firm to get promoted this year - been at current firm a little over 10 years.

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I was told that I made partner for this year! Any recommendations/tips for a first time partner? I’m at a midsize/regional CPA firm.

What is the general breakdown of your retirement and non-retirement assets? Stocks, bonds, real estate, alternative investments, etc.

Partners (specifically for Big4) - did anyone becomes an equity partner (not ED/MD) while being on a H1B visa? how does that work given that as a partner/principal you’re no longer an employee of the … more

I understand utilizations are important but is measuring productivity just dream for performance reviews? For staffs through managers

Hi all. I am approaching a partner threshold and aim to hit it within the next 1-2 years.
At the same time I am really craving to take a few (2-3) months off for a short career break to accumulate more… more

Hi everyone, Merry Christmas to those who celebrate. I had questions for the partners her specially MBB firms. Two years ago I did a career pivot from Healthcare (rehab) to being an analyst. I got int… more

Out of curiosity, what are other partner's perceptions of L.E.K. within the U.S.? Is it a well known entity? Do you consider the output / work to be good? Does this vary by sector?

Fellow partners, what was your draw % increase from your recent performance cycle? Mid-tier professional services firm, think top 25-30.

I never see partners wear any expensive brands whether it’s shoes, laptop bags or accessories. Is that a conscious decision to not look over indulgent? Is it culture driven wherein buying expensive br… more

EY-Parthenon partners: Would you mind sharing the 1st year “gross income” for new partners in last 1-2 years? Also historically how long does it to hit 1M yearly gross income?. Thx!

Curious what portion of B4 partners leave on their own accord (either to industry or to early retirement / other) before the 10 yr vesting cliff. Obviously not looking for exact numbers, but is it say… more

i hear partners at OW full comp is mainly based on revenue they bring.. anyone know how parter 1 bonus is calculated? what percentage of revenue? How different is it in Kearney?

How much flexibility do you have in your schedules? Can you take off portions of the year if you hit your annual sales targets?

My wife is a teacher who gets summers off so would be great if someday I… more

Why is not our firm fair and open about layoffs like other big 4 firms. EY, McKinsey have recently laid off some of their staff. KPMG, Deloitte provided their details of lay offs. We know thats happening at our firm … more

I was going some rough math on profit margin at BCG. I’m getting 75% gross and 45% net.

Is this right? If so, wow. And McKinsey is 5-10 points higher?

How does the risk/reward of being a big 4 partner investing extra money into firm and receiving profit share compare to being an MD and investing into general stock market?

Weighing costs and current obligations...did anyone here opt not to pay for their kids college tuition? They'd be the odd ones out in their friend group but our family is facing some other costs c… more

Partners, have mentors been a significant factor in your success?

I know that views on work-life balance have changed over the years, but any advice on balancing work and personal life? Anything you wish you'd done differently in that regard?

What are some of the tax strategies that partners are using ? Given most of us here are in the high income earners in top 1% or 5% (tax at 37%)
I listed some but really appreciate others experience and input… more

What's the difference between a “Big 4 partner” and a “Big 4 partner and national leader”? Is being a national leader a promotion, and do they get paid more?

Do any of the B4 allow some sort of part time option for Partners? Obviously at significantly reduced shares / pay, and potentially slower vesting depending on tenure?

I worked as a client engagement manager for a small consultancy and managed up to a $20 million portfolio. I was laid off last month and am now looking to apply to a senior manager position at one of… more

I recently joined a non profit board and a few months later the CEO is asking to dissolve the non-profit due to key sponsors pulling out resulting in negative cash flow. What should I be looking out f… more

With the economy being as it is, there is a considerable delay /logjam for homegrown Partner promotions. Curious, if you're seeing an appetite, at your firm, for utilizing this opportunity and rop… more

I am an assurance manager aspiring to be a partner one day. I have a target promotion to SM date of 2024. I have local support, but am relatively new-er to the firm, so would like to build my internal network. I… more