Inflection Points: Pivoting to Consulting

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Guest host Daniel Yellin is joined by manager Alice Saltão da Silva and senior manager Lee Foster, both from our Atlanta office, who share their journeys of pivoting into consulting. Alice, previously a professional dancer, left the stage to pursue a dual DPT/PhD, and would land at Bain through our ADvantage program. This program offers advanced degree students the chance to explore and learn about consulting. Lee Foster joined Teach for America which allowed her to engage in policy work, sparking her interest in education consulting and ultimately pivoting to Bain after earning her MPP.

Alice and Lee emphasize how individuals from non-business backgrounds can excel in consulting. They discuss one of Bain’s core operating principles, "Diverse Teams, One Bain," underscoring the company's commitment to diversity of thought and experience. Their stories illustrate how bringing varied perspectives can contribute to the strength and success of consulting teams at Bain.

If you’ve ever wondered about pivoting to a new career path or how diversity enhances team performance, this episode offers valuable insights and real-life experiences.

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