18/05/2026
What does consulting look like today? Not just frameworks, presentations, and recommendations but ownership, ex*****on, and measurable impact.
Our fireside chat with Jay Gandhi, Strategy Manager at Accenture, offered a grounded view of how the consulting landscape is evolving. One insight that stood out: clients no longer want only strategy decks; they want consultants who can translate ideas into outcomes and deliver impact on the ground.
Jay’s own journey - from operations and corporate strategy roles to building a consulting career through lateral moves - reinforced an important lesson: career paths are rarely linear.
Other key takeaways: AI is becoming a baseline skill, structured problem-solving matters more than frameworks, and clarity of thought often outweighs certifications.
A valuable reminder to focus on strengths, stay adaptable, and trust the process.
The session was moderated by Vaishnavi Kalia from the current PGPM cohort, helping facilitate an engaging discussion.
SP Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR)