The problem is that if BCG didn’t work so hard then Bain/McKinsey/Deloitte (or whoever else) are willing to work harder/longer and will steal clients. And if so

The problem is that if BCG didn’t work so hard then Bain/McKinsey/Deloitte (or whoever else) are willing to work harder/longer and will steal clients. And if some employees don’t want to work past 5pm well there are plenty of other fresh, young graduates who are willing to work these crazy hours because of prestige and high pay. I work at an investment bank so I am no stranger to crazy hours. I’ve tried to think of a more sustainable alternative model but I haven’t found a compelling one.