Berkeley Consulting is a place where lots of young individuals are actively working. The idea is to achieve in one year what might typically take ten years, fostering rapid growth and the ability to excel in various fields. The organization, which was formed in 2019, aims to provide a platform for young leaders to thrive as consultants. Currently, it is in its third phase with around ten (10) members.

When I was launching Berkeley, I had conversations with consultants from various age groups. What I honestly felt was that even if the big consulting firms continue doing their work as usual, they will not achieve significant success. Generally, consultants have a high income, are popular, and have a high social status. However, what they actually do often lacks versatility. The skills they developed as professionals may not remain in high demand for 20 or 30 years. As times change, skills become outdated, but at the same time, salaries tend to increase with age. I strongly felt a sense of urgency regarding the current structure of the consulting industry, where a lot of difficult-to-manage employees are being produced. When I witnessed a market where consultants with extensive experience were considered unnecessary after reaching retirement age, I pondered what the ideal role of a consultant should be. I concluded that instead of traditional consultants, we need more daring individuals who are not confined to corporate norms. This is where the flexibility and energy of young people become essential, prompting me to establish a consulting firm built by the next generation of members.

At Berkeley, we think the best solution is to trust in the potential of young individuals, give them opportunities to tackle challenges, and help them unleash their full capabilities. The question is how many of the young people working today can imagine their future in the long term. For instance, many programmers and engineers tend to continue their careers in similar roles, and consultants in consulting firms also often follow a linear career path without much variation. This is a common scenario in the professional world. One contributing factor to this is the tendency to say, "You're not ready yet". Individuals are sometimes held back from taking on challenges because of their inexperience or limited knowledge, leading to slower growth. Consequently, many people end up continuing their career path without much thought. We believe that young individuals with the right skills can handle tasks typically handled by directors and partners in the real world. That's why at Berkeley, I want to create an environment that offers plenty of opportunities for growth and chances to step up.

In our culture, we do not believe in the idea of "it is still too early". Instead, we have the mindset of "it is okay to fail, just keep challenging yourself". I strongly believe that individuals thrive when given more responsibilities early in their careers, so I am not concerned about that! The young talents in our team are growing at an impressive pace, and I am amazed by how quickly they develop their skills. Moving forward, I aim to foster even faster growth and build a strong consulting firm led by these young individuals.