Strategy Simplified

Send us Fan Mail The consulting recruiting landscape is constantly shifting, and if you don't stay up to date, you risk jeopardizing your changes of breaking in. In this episode, we're detailing the top 3 changes we're seeing this year - so you can know the pitfalls to avoid and crush the process. Additional Links Break into consulting this year with our world-class prep program: LE...

Send us Fan Mail Management Consulted's annual consulting salaries report has been published! In this episode, we're breaking it all down.  Listen for 2022 salary insights and trends as we answer the question, "What does the data tell us about the consulting industry, both in 2022 and looking ahead?" A couple of highlights for 2022: Starting base salaries rose by ~10% across fi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we're sharing our rankings of the world's best consulting firms. There are hundreds of consulting firms out there, each one with a slightly different flavor. Finding which one is right for you - and why - is critical. We hope we can shed some light on that for you today. Additional Links Break into the world's best firms with our Black Belt program:...

Send us Fan Mail To kick off season 6 of the pod, we bring you an exclusive interview with The Bridgespan Group, the #1 non-profit consulting firm in the world. In the episode, we dive into all all things social sector consulting with a Partner from the 300-person firm. What is non-profit consulting? How is it different from "traditional" management consulting? What kinds of projects do...

Send us Fan Mail Happy New Year from all of us at Strategy Simplified! In this season 5 finale, we're jumping into the new year with a preview of what you can expect from us in 2022. Get ready for a continued focus on doing the right things at the right time - and so much more. Additional Links Book a last-minute coaching session & see availability: BOOK NOW Subscribe to the MC email list...

Send us Fan Mail Bain & Company is one of the world's foremost consulting firms. There are countless reasons why we recommend aspiring consultants consider the firm, but in this episode, we narrow it down to the top 3. Additional Links 1:1 MBB coaching for your Bain interviews: START HERE Connect With Management Consulted Create a free MC account or download the MC app ( Apple , Android )...

Send us Fan Mail In this special edition of the pod, we're teasing what to expect when our annual consulting salary report drops in January. Spoiler: 2022 is shaping up to be a great year to be in consulting! Stay tuned for the full numbers in January. Additional Links Submit 2022 offer info with us anonymously: SUBMIT Subscribe to the MC email list: SUBSCRIBE Email the team: team@managementc...

Send us Fan Mail Oliver Wyman is a top boutique consulting firm with a global footprint. In this episode, we share our top 3 reasons to consider the firm for your first (or your next) career move. Additional Links Get expert coaching for your Oliver Wyman interviews: START HERE Source top talent for your firm: CLICK HERE   Connect With Management Consulted Create a free MC account or download the...

Send us Fan Mail Looking for a case that will test your math and formulas abilities? This is the one for you! Listen in as Edward works to help a beverage company decide if a new market would be profitable to break into. Follow along on your own for maximum learnings. Additional Links Case prep cohort kicking off Dec. 20th - 6 seats left: START HERE Need help with frameworks? Free guide: HERE Need...

Send us Fan Mail Deloitte S&O (strategy & operations) is a top strategy consulting house, and in this episode, we're sharing 3 reasons why you may want to consider the firm. Additional Links Prepare for Deloitte case interviews: START HERE Prepare your resume for Deloitte applications: CLICK HERE Connect With Management Consulted Create a free MC account or download the MC app ( Apple...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, we're sharing the top 5 non-MBA business masters programs that will give you the best shot of breaking into consulting. Dive in! Additional Links Break into consulting with our comprehensive case prep program: GET STARTED Top 10 non-MBA business masters programs: READ NOW Connect With Management Consulted Create a free MC account or download the MC app ( Appl...

Send us Fan Mail Should you apply to EY-Parthenon, Ernst & Young's strategy consulting division? Here are 3 great reasons why you should consider it. Additional Links Prepare your application materials for EY-Parthenon: CLICK HERE Prepare for EY-Parthenon interviews: START HERE Connect With Management Consulted Create a free MC account or download the MC app ( Apple , Android ) to start y...

Send us Fan Mail This Strategy Simplified conversation reveals everything you need to know about Accenture - and nothing you don't. In it, Accenture's Caroline Dudley and Rizzalyn Burke get real, sharing candidly from their experience with the firm. Listen in for an insider look into Accenture culture, interviews, recruiting process, current opportunities, and so much more. It's a c...

Send us Fan Mail The Amazon Leadership Principles have guided the company to decades of phenomenal success, and over the years, the company has ingrained the principles into its culture and interviews. In this episode, we go into detail on each leadership principle and how to craft stories for each one in response to Amazon interview questions. Additional Links Get expert help to prepare for your...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, you'll hear from the MC team and two former Strategy Sprint participants. Check it out to decide if the 1-week consulting project is right for you. We're sharing about: The clients you'll work with The training you receive What the project week is like Who your MBB case team leaders will be Apply to Strategy Sprint today. Additional Links Apply now:...

Send us Fan Mail This case features a McKinsey interviewer and a superstar MBB candidate. Grab a pen and paper and follow along to see if you can crack the case! Additional Links Access the exhibit featured in the case: EXHIBIT Work with Kit or another member of our team to get interview-ready: START NOW Sign up for MBA-only Black Belt cohort: JOIN HERE Connect With Management Consulted Create a f...

Send us Fan Mail Strategy Sprint is a 1-week consulting project designed to help you: Add relevant consulting experience to your resume Explain a career pivot with credibility Cover a gap in experience Gain key skills consulting firms are looking for And more In this episode, Lisa Bright (ex-McKinsey) shares everything you need to know about the program, including: Who it's for What skills yo...

Send us Fan Mail Attention MBA 1st Years - MBB have just released application deadlines for 2022 summer internships. Listen in for the new dates plus 3 actionable tips for your applications. Additional Links Get custom resume & cover letter edits: START HERE View updated MBB application deadlines for MBA internships: ACCESS HERE Connect With Management Consulted Create a free MC account or dow...

Send us Fan Mail Lisa Bright broke into The Firm from a school you've never heard of then exited consulting to venture (successfully) into the startup world. Now, she does a bit of everything, like moonlighting as an interview coach with Management Consulted - Lisa has helped hundreds of candidates gain interview success at the top consulting firms in the world. Now, she's sharing all he...

Send us Fan Mail Alvarez & Marsal is a top consulting firm known globally for its restructuring and turnaround work - but the firm is much more than that. Recently, A&M ventured into the strategy and transformation consulting space with the creation of the Consumer and Retail Group. We caught up with two senior leaders at the firm – Patricia Hong (Partner) and Steff Paletta (Director of Re...

Send us Fan Mail Calling all MBA candidates. Whether you have a case interview next week or in early 2022, it's high time to start your prep. In this episode, we share a prep plan and recommended timeline to help you get interview-ready fast. Additional Links Get live case practice with our team of MBB coaches to get interview-ready: START HERE Access 500+ case studies for your prep: CLICK HE...

Send us Fan Mail Negotiating your salary for a consulting role - can it be done? And which pieces can be negotiated - base pay, bonuses, benefits, etc.? In this episode, we go into detail about what you can and absolutely can not do when it comes to asking for more in consulting. Additional Links Book a 30min 1:1 session with an MBB coach to develop your negotiation strategy: BUY NOW Consulting sa...

Send us Fan Mail The Pyramid Principle® is a seminal concept in consulting for gaining stakeholder buy-in and motivating action. In this episode, we'll give a quick overview of the Pyramid Principle and key takeaways on why you should implement it into your emails, presentations, and meetings. Ready to drive action? Additional Links Explore Pyramid Principle training with MC: CLICK HERE   Con...

Send us Fan Mail In this case interview example, the "client" is a Private Equity firm looking to take a bicycle helmet manufacturing company private. The candidate's task is to give the client a yes/no recommendation. Listen in as Silvia drives the case forward from initial structure to final recommendation. Grab a pen and paper to take notes, especially in the interviewer feedback...

Send us Fan Mail Bain & Company prides itself on being different compared to its top rivals, BCG and McKinsey. The firm has the frattiest culture out of the Top 3 - but what else sets Bain apart? Why should you choose Bain over McK/BCG? We've got a few reasons in this episode. Dive in now! Additional Links Bain salaries: SALARY GUIDE Land a Bain offer with Black Belt, our advanced case pr...