Consulting isn't a 40 hour a week job . That doesn't mean you can't have a life. That's a key differentiator for boutique firms, which often include work-at-home models and carefully-monitored work-life balance to attract top talent. This year, Eagle Hill Consulting offers the most reasonable hours, replacing Putnam which tumbled to 5th. The Ignyte Group, which placed 5th last year, served as this year's runner-up.