A Week in My Life as a Consultant

[@familyxspy5787]

4 years ago this video randomly showed up on my recommendation page back when I was still a high school kid. Fast forward to now, I have accepted my first M&A strategy consulting internship. I am truly grateful that I have saw your video and this video truly inspired me when I first entered university and thinking about what career I want to pursue. I look back and rewatch this video over and over again to continuously motivate myself. Now I can finally say that I have made it. Thank you!

[@bykchoi]

Congrats!!! Thank you for coming back to leave this comment. I’m honored to have played even a small part in your journey!

[@omnnnooy3267]

I love people who are busy achieving their dreams, working from morning till evening to prove they are capable of doing anything, I enjoyed your video a lot, thank for sharing it :)

[@ai.simplified..]

Me too

[@alexdub1985]

thats the definition of depression to me

[@33bene]

@@alexdub1985 *hustle Depressed people do the opposite, nothing (useful).

[@cynthia2901]

@@alexdub1985 it's called distraction HAHA

[@freepalestinanow]

@@alexdub1985 🥺

[@Katherout]

This popped up in my explore feed and I LOVE it!! So glad you vlog the work week. It's not a lifestyle you see very often on KZbin! I'm working full-time in SF so I'm going to try a video like this :)

[@kaskahea1274]

Katherout 👍🏽

[@pokelover02]

Katherout! Not surprised to see you here! Hope all is well

[@Name-jw4sj]

Why is your video on my news feed?

[@deodatlawson8877]

Long story short, 75% market research, 10% coffee, 7.5% group/client meetings, 7.5% Modelling

[@ruchieru]

I avoided a career in consulting because of all the travelling that it required... but now in my current non-consulting position, because my clients are all over the world, I still ended up needing to travel a bit. I hate living out of my suitcase, but do enjoy the work I do. Your day looks so similar to mine! Back-to-back calls, rushing to client lunch, more calls in the car, webex when I get home. I enjoy being busy though, and it looks like you do too!

[@bykchoi]

yes i do enjoy it, glad you do too :)

[@cranesinthesky1240]

What job is it that you do if you don’t mind me asking? I’d love any job that entails travelling

[@ngocha1979]

I actually enjoy traveling and I am currently looking for a job that can give me the opportunity to do just that :) Can you give me some advice on what you are doing?

[@Excuseurose]

I’m studying finance and I keep wondering after school how do I get here. Do you have a video with tips?

[@elijahpierre-toussaint3866]

Batman is super rich what job do you work as if you don’t mind me asking?

[@Chrisb8s]

I have been in a consulting role for 20 years. Crazy. I have stayed overnight in 49 states and most of the Canadian provinces (at least the big ones). Travel is good when you are the mater of your schedule.

[@nlx8763]

I don’t mean to ask personal questions, but having the role for so long, can you give me a ballpark of how much you make? I’m interested in going down that career path so I would like to know what to expect down the road. Thank you.

[@عليالكديسي-ر4و]

@@nlx8763 Do you need me to solve your difficult problem? And to bring you clients

[@nlx8763]

@@عليالكديسي-ر4و oh yes I have many problems that need solving

[@عليالكديسي-ر4و]

@@nlx8763 !@@nlx8763

[@MsOverachiever9513]

I'm considering becoming a consultant post-grad. I've had so many jobs where I sit at a desk and practically stare at a computer all day and it is very dull and draining. I'm looking forward to every day being different along with working on challenging projects that will keep me on my toes! I don't have any consulting experience so watching these kinds of vlogs is very helpful for me!

[@MsOverachiever9513]

2 year update! I just got an entry level specialist position (step below consultant) at a Healthcare tech company and I'll be traveling a lot as part of the role, this vlog is will be my reality in a couple of months! This video is still relevant to me 2 years later as I plan on working my way up to the Consultant level within the company!

[@misskee_themogul6595]

Hi, can we connect via email? I'm hoping to start in a similar role in a few weeks and would love to hear your experience so far...thanks

[@NamPhuongNguyen]

I admire how you handle all the packed schedules with such grace and calmness ⭐⭐

[@leninnavasgarcia1504]

Oh my god, I declare myself a fan. I loved this video and tomorrow I'll watch all your videos I can, this is great

[@alexkinok1221]

I love walking. Walking is relaxing and clears my mind. I can see more things and people while walking. However, walking is a luxury in many places in the states.

[@borislavboychev3848]

unfortunately you are right .walking is luxury in many USA cities.It's not like Europe

[@zixuanwang8802]

I just got a consultant intern for my end-of-year internship, that is so great to know more about life as a consultant. It seems that this job is not easy, but I have the confidence that I could do it well. And I think I'm adaptable to business travel life, as I have no problems dealing with jet lag issues.

[@sabrinagunawan6170]

the words "work from home" triggered me so much until i realized this video was 3 years ago & my body melted in relief when you said airport

[@ItsMadeNChynna]

Ah, the classic consultant Lenovo thinkpad 😂

[@trevorsam2647]

Is thinkpad compulsory ??? I though macbook was used but even the UN uses thinkpad, im starting to think they are like landcruiser of laptops

[@EppingForest304]

I’m confused 🤷‍♀️🤷‍♂️I've still no idea what a consultant does! I don’t think she knows either!! 😮

[@bykchoi]

Haha can't share specific stuff about my daily work, but i work in change management consulting if that helps :)

[@thosewhoknew9580]

consultants are usually experts in one field/topic, and travel around the country/world to clients who use the consultant's parents company service to educate/guide/monitor/fix things on a regular basis or per client request.

[@thaiproud2b12]

kchoi what does that actually entail though?

[@tether23]

If you still don't know what they're doing it means that they are doing their job pretty well

[@kimfucku8074]

Usually they tell you the stuff you already know and let you do the slides that they sell you for more what you earn in a year. A consultant would charge you for that, I do it as a favor. That also explains why I'm not rich, and not a consultant.

[@ClumsyCynthia]

these vlogs are just so helpful and enjoyable ;) miss your vlogs kristina!

[@bykchoi]

Thanks Cynthia!

[@austinmolina3617]

As soon as I saw that colorful walkway I was like omlll she’s in Detroit!!!!! I’m also from Michigan too! Downriver !!

[@FortheTimeBeingchannel]

so impressed that you can travel so much and not get sick! thank you for giving us this glimpse into your life :)

[@farisasamsudin]

Actually, being a consultant is my dream job. But watching your vlog, I dont think I cant bear all those activities. Good job kchoi!

[@bykchoi]

😂

[@abtoziam2648]

farisa samsudin what kind of consulting will you like to do

[@thefinanceguy4059]

Sama mba

[@yutatsutsumi9349]

Your job seems so hard and busy, but looks you like it and enjoy it! That's so nice to have the job you like to do.

[@coolasis]

Great stuff! I'm a traveler as well and finally figured out what the "luggage rack thing" was used for. Now how about a new video on how a busy consultant spends the weekend. :)

[@calvinkarumuna]

I am a Consultant with Deloitte East Africa - I like your Vlogs because i can relate. Keep doing more; they're awesome!!!

[@Danielathebrand]

calvin bestina check out my channel for more consulting! 🤗

[@tusharchhuker2489]

Yr consulting best job h kya or 1 week me kitni holiday multi h

[@taimoorulhassan1451]

@@tusharchhuker2489 same question

[@ushausha1820]

I'm studying MBA and I was considering about my future career! You literally added new clarity to my life!

[@alanrutherford5724]

Love the clever edits in your videos, like the music abruptly stopping when the light goes off at 6:22. Such attention to detail

[@Danielathebrand]

Loved this! I am also a consultant and started sharing my journey on YT as well! More of us need to be on here!

[@camilalucena9552]

I loved the video!! Please show us what you wear to work and I'd love to get some advice on how to start a career in consulting! Wish you all the best :)

[@linadways04]

Camila Lucena i second this!!

[@MohitSingh-gh6hw]

I am finding a consulting job if anyone tells about the process !!

[@JessieYangs]

OMG shocked to find another KZbinr from Detroit! I have no idea how this video popped up in my recommendations but so happy I did because my dream is to go into consulting

[@u34153]

This is basically the same as I have experienced as an IT consultant. Week in week out in Tokyo, Bangkok, and Singapore. Now that we have the coronavirus, I don't do any trip anymore and turned out into zoom calls. Even post coronavirus, I believe the consultant industry will have no more business trips as before.

[@عليالكديسي-ر4و]

Do you need me to solve your difficult problem? And to bring you clients

[@henryp218]

I've always aspired to become a consultant. In fact, I did try to apply for consultant positions in big consulting firms without success. Could you share how you got this job and also, the challenges and what skills you need in this job? Thanks.

[@taibui6909]

If you wanna become an associate for big consulting firms like McKinsey, you can either start as a junior analyst, study MBA or apply as an expert in a certain feild.

[@stillwaiting4Wonder]

Tai Bui Important to note: If you don’t have hella grades/GMAT/GPA you can forget the big 3 (McK, BCG & Bain)

[@AruSharma04]

Target school, and any CV with less than 3.6GPA just gets tossed to the bin. The interview process is about 4 rounds with proper case study based interviews, which if you clear you might get an offer depending on how the other interviewees did.

[@Danielathebrand]

I am also a consultant on KZbin 💕

[@zhaojennie5264]

Mrphantom hi！do you want to practice cases with me？l am also preparing for being a consultant：）

[@DanielIles]

I don’t know anything about the type of consulting you do but it sure does look like a lot of fun traveling as much as you do!

[@krystaltai7805]

My friend recommended you to me because she knows that I’m interested in change management. Your vlogs are great! Willing to hear more about your thoughts on change management ❤️

[@angelfrances835]

As soon as I started playing this video, I realized how I missed Kristina’s vlog 😭 thank you very much for this K. Choi! You’re a very simple, a humble and a natural KZbinr ever 💕 love the music and editing as always. Simple, but classy. Keep up the good work Kristina!! Hope you’ll upload more in the future 💕

[@bykchoi]

Aw thank you so much!! I miss vlogging too, it’s just hard with work but I’m glad you enjoyed this one :)

[@angelfrances835]

kchoi I really did like this one Kristina 💕 your voice is very soothing as well! I want to do vlogging as well, but I need a compact and a heavy duty computer for editing. But no matter what kind of video you’ll upload, I just really love it! you’re so intelligent and classy! K.Choi fighting!

[@annanshh]

It seems pretty hectic!! You are such a hard worker!! I really enjoyed watching this. Hope you have a good day!

[@ChangNation]

Great vlog! As a consultant myself, I could relate to a lot of what you covered in the video lol.

[@highlike1]

I think you have a good theme for your channel. It’s a good idea to film your working week, business trips and daily routine... Looking forward to your next video =)

[@itscinclairrd]

This video was so entertaining - especially as someone who’s in consulting as well. I’m in the federal consulting realm so we typically stay around DC - it was interesting to get to see the life of someone in commercial! Would love to see more of these!

[@bykchoi]

Glad you enjoyed! Planning to do a more informational video about consulting and what I do. If you want you can send me a message about what kind of consulting you do and maybe I can incorporate it!

[@JulieH.t]

Your hair has gotten so long! Also so happy and proud that you're doing something you look like you enjoy. Who knows maybe one of the next places to meet a client will be in London

[@bykchoi]

Thank you so much!!

[@DanielRodriguez-fg5ll]

I enjoyed the video, a few good spots for me: at 2:42, the heresy of using a mouse when you have a thinkpad's track point :) at 3:30, first thing to do at 7am check facebook as per your screen, yet the script said "I just did a little bit of work" at 6:05, swaping the "glamorous" consultant travel bag, for a recycle cloth bag to put your thinkpad.

[@bykchoi]

hahaha glad you enjoyed!! 1. i can't figure out how to use the track point well! 2. i believe that was Micosoft Teams, not facebook, but i wouldn't be surprised if it did turn out to be facebook! :P 3. i use my travel bag for just that... travel :) otherwise i use a regular tote!

[@graceymaxwell871]

I loved this video. Very interesting to see your day-to-day schedule and how you manage your career as someone close to my age.

[@stephandden]

Catching up on some of your older week in the life videos, since I just posted my first 'Consultant Work Week In My Life' too - it's interesting to see what others look like, too! ✨

[@ibet7080]

Planning to become like you. I am currently applying for college. Wish me luck!

[@bykchoi]

Good luck!!

[@ibet7080]

@@bykchoi I'll come back very soon! 🥰

[@Vandanajain79101]

@@ibet7080 what college u r applying for

[@janeprincy3121]

Wht cource are u applying

[@truclieutruong2662]

omgg i'm so obsessed over your bag at 0:57. May you please share more info about it pleaseeee

[@bykchoi]

It’s the OG from Lo and Sons! I did a review on it in another Week in My Life as a Consultant vlog :)

[@truclieutruong2662]

@@bykchoi I will check it out! you are amazingggg

[@philipjeunpark]

This vlog was super helpful in my transition to the consulting lifestyle so wanted to drop by and thank you!

[@luxue1468]

Hei K, I just graduated last year and also kicked off as a consultant but in the Netherlands. Girl, it’s like a hectic life, I was really lost about the work life feeling like on the go all the time but not really working. Finally feeling some peace from ur blog, thansk!

[@DrAdnan]

Nice vlog. What kind of consulting is it? Are you self employed?

[@the-chipette]

Adnan A she’s likely an in-house full time management consultant so they do bill by service but are salaried as well.

[@bykchoi]

I work at a smaller change management consulting firm :)

[@DemetriusDasilva]

No clue why I subscribed to your channel and havent learned anything but I’m fascinated, thanks.

[@Ditz3n]

I want to be a IT-consultant when I grow up. I just started college so I still have some years in front of me. I’m really into electronics and I love helping people out with it when they don’t know the basics. I always help my dad. He’s not the smartest in the tech industry hehe :)

[@leptium]

Study Fullstack developer. It's awesome.

[@erikhalvorsen7950]

It's interesting to see how other consultants structure their week! Definitely will be interested to check out your other content.

[@lav-raz]

I just found your channel because of your Korean food videos and I can’t believe that I found you. I need to decided what to study and what I want to do and consulting it’s one of my biggest options so totally watching your videos and subscribing!

[@mslegalstory]

First time checking your channel. Subscribing! Looking forward to your other videos! Xoxo

[@svetlanelle2065]

Great video, thank you! I think all consultants have really similar lives: a looooot of travels, constant calls and many hours in front of laptops:)

[@growmiezhomiez8760]

Awesome video kchoi! I found u looking up consultant videos! Thanks for the great content!

[@MissKiwiBerry95]

So glad this randomly popped up in my recommended! I work as a software consultant and watching your travel for the week somehow makes me feel less stressed about all of mine ... 2 flights in one day sounds killer 😥 I also love the flexibility though. I’m currently working on my Saturday evening since I took it easy yesterday afternoon, I really enjoy having that trust from my boss. Just thought I’d mention one of the pros since there’s a lot of consultancy hate in the comments 😂

[@saraha6538]

I loooove your glasses so much!! What brand are they?

[@bykchoi]

Warby Parker, Baker in Glacier Grey

[@teambachannel4454]

I am now starting my journey of being a consultant and I'm happy to watch this video, ❤️❤️❤️

[@عليالكديسي-ر4و]

Do you need me to solve your difficult problem? And to bring you clients!؟

[@kennylo7034]

Wow!! Very busy!! I work with consultants all the time here in Belize. Great video!!

[@bettyboo1930]

Very interesting vlog. I work in a productive environment, rooted to the spot everyday, but at home every night. I don’t envy your traveling and endless phone calls, but you seem to enjoy the busyness. Keep happy...love your accent btw

[@bykchoi]

Thanks!

[@nicholascherry5962]

I think the real reason the luggage rack is there is because you shouldn't put your bags on a hotel bed. If there are any bed bugs in that bed, you open yourself up to bringing them back to your house with you!

[@gracehlung]

This is the first video of yours I watched. Years ago this would've been my dream job but now I understand why God didn't allow me to follow this path. Seems tiring! Really interesting to watch thanks!

[@bykchoi]

Everything happens for a reason! Thanks for watching :)

[@nathanielmills4678]

Grace Lung to be fair it also depends on the company culture. My one wouldn't allow for such late flights, certainly not having calls like that after flying close to midnight. Usually the day after a full working day would be only for travelling home (and sight seeing).

[@renzcharlie07]

Currently working as a consultant for one of the big 4. All I can say is that being a consultant requires you to be flexible when it comes to skillset, time and knowledge depending on the project you were assigned. You'll come across with different clients, some are difficult to work with and some are one of the best.

[@nlx8763]

What college did you go to? A target school? If so which one?

[@lovepinkprincess24]

I would've loved to see the attire for the dinner reservation :(

[@sylviengono9606]

I like the fact that you travel and open up to different cultures. So gooood

[@jessicaagriani]

As a market researcher, I can relate with all the domestic travel

[@findmp]

This was so interesting to watch! I feel like I was looking at my week last week watching this :) It looks like you're thoroughly enjoying the busy-ness and you seem very happy and beautiful! Hope you're doing well. MISS YOUUUUU

[@bykchoi]

miss youuuuu

[@sally2shoes2]

i've started watching more of your videos lately and i love the way you edit! 💓

[@bykchoi]

Thank you!!

[@killua9369]

This video was damn interesting 😍 what a nice personality. And actually I don't why I love your voice so much, it is kind of unique

[@skphotography1]

Hi kchoi, I am a presentation designer and I work with consultants everyday on their presentations. It's nice the see things from the other end. Hats off to you guys!!! Hope you have a wonderful week 😊✌️

[@iolss]

I liked your routine, I'm really getting inspired by all those "a day in the life" videos (in your case week), thank you for sharing.

[@keshiachristelle5112]

I'll watch anything you put out TBH, it feels like catching up with a friend. Please upload more often. I'm also starting a new role so am glad that I can follow along your journey as it keeps my nerves down. 🙂

[@bykchoi]

Aw thanks for watching!

[@jisunkang6012]

Please upload more often♡

[@dandwkang]

This video totally reminds me of why I never wanted to become a consultant. I knew I would not be happy lugging around the baggage and hotel-hopping all the time. NOT saying it's a bad thing tho; it just doesn't suit my life style. Glad to see you're doing great! All the best.

[@niwakunndaisuke8862]

Yasss vlogsss. More please.. 😍

[@bykchoi]

Thanks!!

[@SDR-TV17]

That sticky note calendar hack is spot on! 👌😊

[@antonio8461]

First time watching you, just subscribed, love this style of vlog, i love the edits footage and music, its relaxing hahaha

[@bykchoi]

Thank you!!

[@tracyshaw1479]

Really enjoy this kind of vlogs and expect to watch more. Thank you for your kindness of sharing.

[@kaskahea1274]

I enjoyed it. It's not like I can be busting out a camera on a project site. In addition, I respect the fact that there are more single women out there in the work force and being independent. ♥️

[@bee-w9i]

Hi Kchoi. I am Natsumi from Japan. I am a network engineer considering to switch my carrier to a consultant. I LOVE your consulting series because I can learn what a consultant does to prepare for my job interview... Please continue this series! Will do my best at my job interview. I also love your taste of music a lot♡

[@henrythe9th377]

Your voice is soft, it’s making me sleepy..

[@masonbaker9887]

Do you still get to travel with covid? If not do you think things will go back to normal and meet in person?

[@bykchoi]

I haven't traveled since March! Some of my co-workers have had some local (driving, not flying) in-person meetings with very small groups, wearing masks, etc. But I haven't had to do anything in-person for my projects so far.

[@Mynovelplans]

I’d love to see what’s in your work/travel bag. It looks so chic!

[@duetchu1416]

Hey Kristina! Actually, it's my first time to watch your vlog and I'd say I'm SO LUCKY to encounter you channel 💗 Consultant is my dream job and thank you for introducing the life pattern to us in such a cozy & fresh way! Plus, I like your attitude towards work and the willingness to still enjoy the vivid details of life(e.g. the morning-time walk) despite the cramped schedule. You're gonna snail it ALL :)) p.s. Remember to take good care of yourself while enjoying the sense of achievements from work. 😊

[@fennytandika]

I am an ecommerce consultant. Same with what u do there Travel for meeting with client, endless concall... tiring

[@tusharchhuker2489]

Bhai consulting best hoti h ki nahi

[@mengaa2088]

About to start to be a consultant , great video !

[@BironClark]

Omg I never knew that thing in hotels is a luggage rack 🤣

[@stephandden]

Biron Clark was literally thinking the same thing haha

[@TTZ41818]

Hello! This is helpful indeed :) May I know what brand and model of luggage and travel bag you use? Thank you! Also how do you keep your skin so great despite all the travelling and lack of sleep!

[@PluviophileTraveller]

loved this! would love to see more vlogs. so happy you're enjoying your work!

[@bykchoi]

Thanks girl xx

[@tiscerano]

Love the vibe of your video!

[@LinhNguyen-fn9cm]

Idk but I like your vibe :D

[@ShesAbsurd]

I’ve never watched an entire vlog before! I really enjoyed this.

[@junenglove]

Your editing has gotten so good! Ah I miss my consultant life 😂

[@bykchoi]

Ahh thank you! Hahah what are you doing now?

[@peaelle42]

your skin is so epicly clear!

[@stevebond727200]

1st time watching. I'm sure you are well educated and it strikes me first impression that you are a great rapport builder. I'm 66 and all my extensive business travel is long behind me. Another big plus to me and impressive is that obviously your position has not gone to your head. I watched a video several weeks ago of a young woman who stated she was a consultant and it was almost sickening to see how high she was on herself. If you are not including specific parts of you education and projects you are involved in-that would be very interesting to me and others. Lol I know we cannot be "all things to all people" so understand if you decide to not go into detailing. I was never an actual consultant but was a territory manager for a major automotive hard parts supplier with global business-although I was operating in our domestic operations. I did attend some graduate business classes on the side that were funded by my company. Perhaps you already have an MBA or graduate degree in your field. Accumulating real-world hands on experience is key in my opinion before you embark on something like an MBA. I also prefer adjunct professors who come from real-life experiences having worked in their field. I had a professor who worked full-time as a chemical engineer with a PhD for a graduate international marketing class. He is originally from Brazil. He made me re-write a paper three times as he thought "I could do better." I really respected and admired him for that. Continued success for your career and personal life. Stay true to your core values and you will look back with little or no regrets.

[@zulyv1330]

Love this video just as much as your PR vid!! I just started college & I’ve decided to pursue a bachelors in communications. You’ve given me a much better idea of what to expect in this field. Thank you & please continue to vlog your journey!

[@bykchoi]

Thank you so much and good luck 👍

[@lorenzoosunga]

PLEASE CONTINUE YOUR WORK VLOGS!!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️love from the Philippines

[@bykchoi]

glad you enjoyed this one! thanks for watching :)

[@angeltovar8372]

u dont know how much I love this Video actually!!! Was Wonderful

[@panandbakhtar]

I have seen hotel room, plane, people before in videos.

[@hii4052]

Omg i totally love all your videos 😭😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@AliceP0930]

It's so fun to watch your vlog! Good luck to your work!!

[@bykchoi]

Thank you!!

[@KayeColoquio]

So pretty consultant ♥️♥️

[@futbolkevin]

Very nice vlog! Really great rhythm/pacing to it. I don't know if you mentioned this elsewhere, but did you get this gig immediately after college or was it something different? Asking cause I'm also an English/Comparative Literature major!

[@bykchoi]

I got this after working in PR for a few years + getting my master’s in management, but people have all different kinds of educational/career backgrounds - it’s more about the type of experience you get during/right out of college

[@bhaddassbre]

Love that you have a thinkpad, my school gave me one and I love her!