{"id":765,"date":"2012-07-05T19:20:14","date_gmt":"2012-07-05T19:20:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.consultingfact.com\/?p=765"},"modified":"2018-10-21T19:24:48","modified_gmt":"2018-10-21T19:24:48","slug":"management-consulting-family-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.consultingfact.com\/blog\/management-consulting-family-life\/","title":{"rendered":"Management Consulting Family Life"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Though management consulting is one of the most rewarding jobs ever, it has also its share of disadvantages<\/a>. Unfortunately, those working in the industry are known for their lack of quality time for their loved ones.<\/p>\n

<\/span>It\u2019s commonplace to hear that management consultants work for at least 50 hours per week. At times, when they\u2019re working on an urgent project for a very important client, they have to render about 80 hours in the office just to beat deadlines. It\u2019s not also surprising to know that their family life is affected by their hectic schedule. More time for work simply implies less time for the spouse and kids.<\/p>\n

The Downside of Traveling<\/h2>\n

At first, the concept of traveling excites consultants. An out-of-town trip once a week is a wonderful opportunity to explore a new place \u2013 its culture, food and tourist spots. However, as years pass by, they realize it\u2019s just another assignment they have to deal with, and they won\u2019t be home for days. The enthusiasm gradually subsides, and homesickness replaces it. The sad thing is that they can\u2019t just turn their back on it. They know that they must visit the client\u2019s office to interview employees, to attend meetings with the management and to gather information. These are part of their responsibilities and, therefore, missing these tasks is practically the same as being negligent.<\/p>\n

Lack of Quality Time with the Family<\/h2>\n

Due to frequent trips and necessary overtime services at the office, the management consultant barely have quality time for the family. Annual reunions and other big family events are usually scheduled and may be inserted in the organizer, but those simple, happy moments are often forgone. Many consultants get home with their kids already sleeping soundly. They miss having dinnertime together, laughing in front of the television and doing the storytelling ritual between a parent and a child. Skipping moments like these can be a threat to the relationship. It leads to serious problems, such as wide relationship gaps, miscommunication and the feeling of neglect on the part of the child.<\/p>\n

Managing Time<\/h2>\n

One of the top three success factors of management consultants<\/a> is organizational skill. This doesn\u2019t only include creating a Gantt chart, maintaining a proper folder structure on your\u00a0PC\u00a0or dealing with various forms of communications neatly. This skill can also be used in maintaining work-life balance so they can allot sufficient time for their personal commitments. This is easier said than done as many consultants are actually stuck in their work even after midnight. However, those who are as committed to their family as to their job will make a way, even if it means a great deal of sacrifice. These consultants find time to:<\/p>\n