Send us Fan Mail 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-buildingWhat this means for candidates, university career centers, and consulting firms heading into ...