Careers

 

  Mark - Consultant

Q: What do you love about working at Lenati?

A: Lots of things. I think I would start with the fact that everyone is super smart and critical thinkers. We often work independently, but anytime you want to talk with someone, shoot them an email, meet them for lunch, they’re always happy to go over what you’re doing and provide insightful feedback, regardless of their familiarity with your project.

It’s a very collaborative environment. In other firms I’ve worked for there’s a competitive nature to it, which, I think, can be especially true in the in the consulting world. But here I don’t get that sense whatsoever. Everyone is excited about new projects, new work that others are doing, what’s out there, meeting new clients.

Q: What about the projects? How would you define the work we do? How have the projects compelled, stimulated and challenged you?

A: All of the above for sure. My first project was a strategy project and I was thrown into the fire so to speak. I was interviewing thought leaders and it was a huge challenge. In previous roles that I’ve had, I’ve not necessarily had the opportunity to provide my own insight. At other firms, I found myself showing up, doing the 15 things for the day and going home. Consulting at Lenati is different. It’s always changing, and there always new things you can bring in or think about. I love the interaction and how things evolve day to day to get a successful result.

Q: What kind of support have you gotten from Lenati?

A: I’ve worked mostly with one of the Partners who fully admits that he’ll let you go unless it’s clear you’re sinking. That’s the style I’ve always appreciated. He’s always been there if I am struggling or if I’m at a point where I don’t know how to move things forward. He’s always there to provide feedback and insight.

For the way I like to learn and be managed, it’s been ideal. I like to be able to dig in, put my thoughts on paper and talk it through with the client. I think the leaership really trust in the people that they’re bringing on board to put some thought into what they’re doing and try and get things right. For me it’s been fantastic. I should probably ask for more guidance to build my skills quicker. But I like being a little bit stressed out now and then to try and learn.

Q: Has Lenati allowed you to balance your work and personal life?

A: One of the things that I really like about Lenati which has been 100% true during my time here, was their respect of personal life.  Work/life balance is a key feature of this company. There’s often a concern with consulting, especially if you’re talking about the big five, and especially if you’re new that you’ll coming in, work 80 hours per week, travel around the country, and not be able to balance a family or whatever you may have going on in your own life.

Of course there are going to be times here at Lenati when you’ll be working a ton, but that’s true of any job. But Lenati makes a really strong effort to recognize that you’ve got a family, and you’ve got things going on in your personal life, and to make sure you make time for that. This balance makes you a better employee. It makes you a better worker if you can let off some steam. And for us, as part of the team, to have that flexibility has been great. There haven’t been any requirements to make sure you’re in the office doing this or that. Get your work done, do a good job, go home. Enjoy your time outside of work. It’s been fantastic.