Boiling The Ocean

Boiling The Ocean is a newsletter focusing on the strategy consulting industry, productivity tools, and trends affecting consultants such as pay, recruiting, technology, and industry changes. It offers insights into AI advancements, consulting firm strategies, salary updates, job market shifts, and techniques for enhancing work efficiency.

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We're back... and Happy New Year! 🥳

137 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
  1. The newsletter is back for the new year with plans for 2024 and exciting collaborations.
  2. The newsletter is offering resources for consulting, including job application tools and interview preparation.
  3. Industry news includes updates on consulting firms, AI-focused events like Davos, and advancements in technology.

🧙 WITCHES struggle and Accenture freezes pay

196 implied HN points • 19 Oct 23
  1. Accenture freezes pay and limits promotions
  2. Campus recruiting season is back with scarce job offers for students
  3. Download Calendly to automate meeting scheduling

Who will win McKinsey's leadership battle? ⚔️

58 implied HN points • 27 Jan 24
  1. McKinsey is having a leadership battle between Bob Sternfels and Rodney Zemmel after internal divisions following the Opioid Crisis
  2. UK consulting M&A is performing well, with valuations surpassing share indices and strategic buyers leading
  3. Consider using Todoist, the #1 task manager, for managing tasks and fixes

🤖 The Top 6 AI Tools for Consultants

157 implied HN points • 08 Sep 23
  1. Upgrade your Consulting AI Stack with Otter.ai, ChatGPT, Bard, ChatGPT for Google, ChatGPT for Sheets, and ChatPDF
  2. Stay updated on industry news to know what's happening in the consulting world
  3. Efficiently work by using AI tools like Otter.ai for meeting notes, ChatGPT for creating human-like text, Bard for real-time search, ChatGPT for Google for search integration, ChatGPT for Sheets for automating tasks, and ChatPDF for summarizing documents
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Consulting is just predicting the future 🔮

157 implied HN points • 22 Jun 23
  1. Consulting involves predicting the future
  2. Consulting leadership faces challenges with company approval ratings
  3. Consultants can enhance productivity with tech tools and deep work

We passed 500 subscribers 🎉

137 implied HN points • 07 Jul 23
  1. Celebrated reaching 500 subscribers with gratitude for the journey so far
  2. Introduced a referral program for subscribers to earn promotions and access exclusive content
  3. Encouraged sharing the newsletter and providing feedback for future improvements

2023H1 - That's a wrap 🎬

117 implied HN points • 25 Jul 23
  1. 2023 has been marked by uncertainty due to macro shocks and monetary policy.
  2. In the consulting industry, there have been notable events like TCS moving into strategy services and layoffs.
  3. Private Equity is facing challenges with slowing deal volumes due to rising debt costs.

2023H2 promises a rollercoaster ahead 🎢

98 implied HN points • 06 Aug 23
  1. Expect rebound in Strategy/Due Diligence work later in the year
  2. Increased automation and potential job cuts in internal operations
  3. Align with megatrends like AI and sustainability for better positioning

💪 The latest and greatest in consulting

78 implied HN points • 28 Aug 23
  1. New grad hires are being paid to delay start dates in consulting firms
  2. McKinsey launched an employee-focused AI tool called Lilli for knowledge management
  3. Everything is a tech tool that improves Windows search speed and efficiency

Do tech hirings signal a market rebound? 📈

58 implied HN points • 05 Oct 23
  1. Tech firms are reversing massive layoffs and rehiring technical workers.
  2. Consulting industry is facing scandals.
  3. Try out the Pomodoro method for effective time management.

Now we're trucking 🚛

58 implied HN points • 09 Jun 23
  1. Delay in start dates for new hires in consulting firms due to various factors.
  2. Recruiters are resuming hiring activities after a pause earlier this year.
  3. Optimize your LinkedIn profile with keywords and 'Open to Work' status to enhance visibility to recruiters.

Coming soon - Launching May 2023

58 implied HN points • 17 Apr 23
  1. The 80/20 newsletter is launching in May 2023
  2. You can find more information on their About page
  3. Subscribe for free to receive new posts

The wait is over 🚀

39 implied HN points • 25 May 23
  1. The newsletter covers strategy consulting industry trends, productivity hacks, and tech tools.
  2. The industry is experiencing layoffs and disruptions due to AI advancements.
  3. Expect content on key trends, work tips, and useful links in the newsletter.

Consulting = Generative AI? 🤯

2 HN points • 23 Sep 23
  1. BCG consultants are more productive with GPT-4 AI technology
  2. Consultancies are acquiring AI startups to meet growing AI demand
  3. Using AI levels the playing field for consultants of different skill levels