1. When management consulting just ain't quite it

Launch day is finally here! I can’t thank you enough for supporting the podcast. I hope my professional stories and ones from my guests will help you see things from a new perspective, brighten your optimism about your career, and help you realize that if you accidentally replied all to a 15,000 person email thread as a brand new analyst, there is life on the other side, and you’re in good company. In this episode, we cover:* My journey to and through the consulting world* The infamous “first project”* The most awkward thing I ever did as an analyst (and it’s worse than a 15,000 person email thread)* The “Eat Pray Love” Sabbatical* Joining a startup as Chief of StaffQuote of the day:“GASP! Holy shit, I'd been sharing my screen the whole time. The horror. I felt all the color fall out of my face at the same time. The meeting ends. I get a call from the MD.”Amanda’s post-recording reflections:* Wow! Starting a podcast is a little scary at first! But I hope these vulnerable personal stories I shared with you make the awkward moments you’re going through just a wee bit easier. Everyone has their (at least) one stupid thing they did as an analyst or newbie, so just know you’re not alone, and we made it to the other side and are doing reasonably okay. If you’re brave enough, comment below what your embarrassing story was to give someone a good LOL about it.A poll to get to know each otherIf you have questions about what it was like working at a large consulting firm, you can also post a comment below.Catch ya next time!-Amanda This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amandabranson.substack.com