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Send us Fan Mail In this podcast mic takeover, Matt turns the mic around and puts Stephanie in the hot seat! Learn how to get a headstart on the consulting recruiting process, how to network effectively, and what it takes to break into consulting from a non-target school. Important Links Black Belt case prep program: JOIN NOW Join the Case Formulas Intensive: REGISTER Network your way into top con...

Send us Fan Mail Prepping for behavioral interviews? Then you need what we refer to as "hero stories" prepared before interview day. How many should you have ready? Listen for the MC playbook! Links Black Belt interview prep program: SIGN UP NOW - SPOTS SELLING FAST Interview Coaching: START HERE Fit Interview Bootcamp: GRAB IT NOW Free Fit Interview Guide: ACCESS NOW LinkedIn: FOLLOW MC...

Send us Fan Mail Enjoy this interviewer-led case study with Tomasz, a future L.E.K. consultant, and Stephanie, a former McKinsey Engagement Manager. The case involves a challenging revenue problem for a large hospital chain.  Follow along with pen and paper and see if you can solve the case alongside Tomasz! Important Links Black Belt accelerated case prep program: LEARN MORE Join the Case Formula...

Send us Fan Mail 90% of people answer "Why the firm" incorrectly in fit/behavioral interviews. Want to be part of the 10%? Listen to this episode for insights that will change the way you think about your answers. Links School Subscription Platform: LEARN MORE Interview Prep Help: START HERE LinkedIn: FOLLOW MC Email the MC team: team@managementconsulted.com Connect With Management Consu...

Send us Fan Mail Abrar was an international non-target student who landed a coveted role at Strategy& - how did he do it? Listen in for his clear insights as he answers the following questions, among others: Why is networking critical in the consulting recruiting process?  What set Strategy& apart from other firms for Abrar? Why does a clear resume make networking easier?  Why is quality c...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we walk through how to answer 'Why the Job?' in an interview - and 3 ways not to answer it! Can you take your responses from Level 1 to Level 4 answers? Listen now to find out how. Links Fit Interview Intensive: REGISTER Fit Interview Bootcamp: GRAB IT NOW Email the MC team: team@managementconsulted.com   Connect With Management Consulted Create a free M...

Send us Fan Mail In this fit/behavioral interview guide, we walk you through: 3 types of fit questions you'll face How to prep What pitfalls to avoid And more Need additional fit help? Check out MC's fit-related resources below. We hope you'll join us for the Fit Intensive coming up! Links Fit Interview Intensive: REGISTER Written Fit Interview Guide: ACCESS NOW Black Belt interview...

Send us Fan Mail When an interviewer asks you the common "Walk me through your resume" question, does that mean you should go line-by-line through your CV? Definitely not. Learn how to effectively answer "Walk me through your resume" in this 7min episode of Strategy Simplified . Links Fit Interview Intensive: REGISTER Fit Interview Guide: ACCESS NOW Black Belt interview prep pr...

Send us Fan Mail In this mock case interview, the candidate is preparing for a first round interview with BCG. Can he solve the case like a true BCG consultant? The case involves a brick-and-mortar electronics retailer struggling to survive amidst the pressures from competitors and innovation in the industry. The company is looking for a winning retail strategy that staves off the competition and...

Send us Fan Mail How are Round 2 case interviews different from round 1 interviews? Not much... and quite a bit, actually. While the actual content of the cases remains the same, there are major differences in how the interviewer runs the cases in the 2nd round. Get all the details in this short episode. Links Black Belt case prep program: LEARN MORE Case Interview Coaching: SEE AVAILABILITY MC on...

Send us Fan Mail The BCG Online Case (or Potential Test) is 1 step in the interview process for BCG. This computer-based screening tool is designed to weed out unqualified candidates before they get to the actual case interview.  Listen to learn how to prepare for and ace the BCG Online Case, the 3 things the BCG Online Case tests for, and what to expect in the BCG Chatbot interview. Links Black B...

Send us Fan Mail Do case frameworks have to be boring? How do you make frameworks creative? Do they even need to be creative? If you've ever asked yourself these questions, this episode will change how you approach case structures. Listen now! Links Management Consulted Workshops for Universities: LEARN MORE Case Library: ACCESS 500+ CASES Black Belt case prep program: LEARN MORE Case Intervi...

Send us Fan Mail If you are looking for an ultimate case interview guide... you found it. From answering the question of "What is a case interview?" to explaining how to prepare for the case to how to create frameworks, this episode has it all. Ready to get your case interview game on?  Links Case Math Intensive happening July 25: LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE - GRAB YOURS NOW Black Belt case...

Send us Fan Mail The M&A (Mergers & Acquisitions) framework is one of the most useful frameworks both for consulting and finance cases. Listen now to learn how to apply the M&A framework inside any case you might come across!  Links MBB deadlines are coming up: WORK WITH MC ON RESUME EDITS Case Interview Bootcamp: BUY NOW Management Consulted Case Library: ACCESS 500+ CASES Black Belt...

Send us Fan Mail Bhushan Sethi is a PwC Partner and global thought leader on the future of work. He brings decades of experience to this podcast conversation around work-life balance, diversity & inclusion, what going back to the office will look like, and more. Want to learn about PwC's forward-looking people strategy AND get recruiting tips from a senior executive in consulting? Then th...

Send us Fan Mail 2021 MBB application deadlines are almost upon us, which means now is the time to apply! This episode covers everything you need to know about the McKinsey recruiting timeline, BCG application timeline, Bain application deadline, and more. If you need help getting your resume ready for the MBB application deadlines, work with our expert editing team today. Links Resume + Cover Let...

Send us Fan Mail Came to Strategy Simplified looking for a McKinsey case study? Whether you're doing case interview prep or looking to practice case interview frameworks, this episode has it all for you.  Learn how a future consultant (Kayla) approaches a case led by a former McKinsey consultant (Lisa). The client in the case is a public university that's considering adding an inter-coll...

Send us Fan Mail The Market Study framework is one of the most versatile case interview frameworks, making it a must-know for anyone going into consulting. This episode is a quick primer on the framework - enjoy!  Links Case Interview Bootcamp: BUY NOW 1-hour case coaching session: BUY NOW Connect With Management Consulted Create a free MC account or download the MC app ( Apple , Android ) to star...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we're sharing 4 case interview secrets to help you crack the mystery that is case interviews. Implement these 4 tips, and you will see results in your case prep and get closer to landing an offer with a top consulting firm!  Links Sign up for Black Belt, the world's most effective case prep program: CLICK HERE Volunteer to do a live case with an ex-MBB c...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is all about the Profitability Framework in case interviews. Is profitability a 2-part or 4-part structure? Jenny Rae spills all in this short lesson. Links Reach out for personalized case interview advice: CLICK HERE Visit the Management Consulted store for consulting prep resources: CLICK HERE Black Belt, our comprehensive consulting prep program : LEARN MORE Connec...

Send us Fan Mail This bonus episode is a case prep session brought to you by Altman Solon (top TMT strategy consultancy). The session includes a breakdown of case interviews, how firms evaluate you, and a full case study. Grab pen and paper and follow along! Don't forget to send in your resume for consideration for 1 of 3 openings at Altman Solon (link below). Links Submit your resume: CLICK...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another Strategy Simplified case study. Today, we're taking on Tesla. Tesla is a fascinating story stock - but beyond what you see on the Twitterverse, we wanted to find out what goes on under the hood at Tesla.  What is the company's business model? What are potential threats Tesla may face? How can the company continue its success? Listen to find out!  Links...

Send us Fan Mail Is there a wrong way to answer a market sizing question or solve a market sizing case? The short answer is: "absolutely." This episode covers the specific steps to take to knock market sizing questions out of the park!  Links Altman Solon Resume Submission: CLICK HERE Get expert case interview help : CLICK HERE Book a case prep session : CLICK HERE Connect With Managemen...

Send us Fan Mail In this bonus episode of Strategy Simplified , we turn the mic over to top TMT strategy consultancy, Altman Solon. Managing Partner Rory Altman and team walk through what makes the firm unique, why you may want to work there, and current job opportunities.  If, after listening, you are interested in submitting your resume for the role of Consultant, Senior Consultant, or Manager,...

Send us Fan Mail This episode features Lance Mortlock, an EY senior strategy Partner. He brings years of strategy experience and a silky-smooth British accent to the table.   Through the course of this conversation, we delve into his consulting history (Accenture and EY), dig into the core skills that separate analysts from strategists, and unpack insights from his book on scenario planning. It&ap...