S22E8: Flat Base Pay, Rising Stakes – What 2026 Salary Data Signals for Consulting Recruiting

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Flat base pay isn’t a blip – it’s a signal.

In this episode, Namaan breaks down what new 2026 consulting salary data really means for recruiting, performance expectations, and how firms are reshaping compensation.

You’ll learn:

• Why starting base pay is staying flat (and why it’s not about weak demand)
• How firms are shifting upside into bonuses, benefits, and faster skill-building
• What this means for candidates, university career centers, and consulting firms heading into 2026–2027

If you haven’t already, download the 2026 Consulting Salary Report to see the full data behind these trends.

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