Why Smart Analyst Never Become Strategic Consultant

About Author

Ankit Thosare, known as “The AI Consulting Coach,” is the creator of the P.A.T.H.™ Framework and founder of AI Consultix Path, a platform focused on helping market research and analytics professionals transition from execution-driven roles into strategic consulting careers. With over a decade of experience in market research and consulting, Ankit has worked on complex business problems involving market assessment, competitive intelligence, and go-to-market strategy. Through his journey, he identified a critical gap—professionals are trained to deliver analysis, but not to drive decisions. This realization led him to develop the P.A.T.H.™ Framework, a structured system designed to build consulting thinking, leverage AI as a thinking partner, and enable professionals to move from reporting work to decision-making roles. Ankit works closely with analysts who feel stuck in repetitive execution, helping them develop clarity, confidence, and the ability to influence real business outcomes. His approach combines structured problem-solving, consulting methodologies, and practical application to simplify complex thinking into actionable frameworks. His work is guided by one core belief: The market does not reward information. It rewards those who can decide what to do next.