Strategy Simplified

Send us Fan Mail Want to craft consulting slide decks that impress partners, persuade clients, and tell a clear, compelling story?  In this episode, we break down the most common mistakes professionals make in their decks - and the pro tips that top consultants use to stand out. If you're ready to uplevel your presentation game, tune in. Additional Resources Learn how to use Excel and PowerPo...

Send us Fan Mail Consulting recruiting season is here - and the competition is fierce. While a great resume won’t guarantee you an offer, a bad one will knock you out before interviews even begin. In this episode, the Management Consulted team breaks down what it takes to craft a consulting resume that stands out in a stack of thousands.  You’ll learn how to structure your resume for maximum impac...

Send us Fan Mail The most influential leaders aren’t just great strategists - they’re great storytellers. In this episode, we dive into why storytelling is the essential skill of the 21st century and how you can harness it to increase your influence at work and beyond. Whether you're an individual looking to level up your impact or part of an organization that wants to move people to action,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Strategy Simplified , we continue our series with Bates White as we sit down with William Shields, Managing Consultant, to explore his career pivot from the public sector into economic consulting. William shares his firsthand experience transitioning from roles in international development and federal agencies to life at Bates White, including: Why he chose to l...

Send us Fan Mail Consultants aren’t born great presenters - they’re trained. And you can be too. In this episode, we break down what truly sets consulting-style presentations apart.  You’ll learn how to lead with your recommendation (not a list of options), structure your message using the Pyramid Principle, and share insights - not just information. Plus, discover how to turn presentations into t...

Send us Fan Mail Thinking about making the leap from industry to consulting? Breaking in as a working professional (AKA, an experienced hire) requires a different playbook than traditional campus recruiting. In this episode, presented by Bates White - a leading economic consulting firm -the Management Consulted team outlines exactly what firms look for in experienced hires and how you can position...

Send us Fan Mail Getting ready for your MBA summer internship in consulting? Wondering what it really takes to succeed and secure that full-time offer? In this episode, we break down everything you need to know, from key timelines and prep strategies to what the internship actually looks like day-to-day.  Plus, we’ll share actionable tips to help you stand out, build strong relationships, and posi...

Send us Fan Mail Looking to pivot into private equity consulting or take your strategy career to the next level?  In this episode of Strategy Simplified , we’re joined by Darren Buskirk, Managing Director at Stax, who made the leap after roles at Deloitte, EY-Parthenon, and McKinsey. Darren shares: Why Stax is a magnet for experienced professionals What sets the firm apart from traditional consult...

Send us Fan Mail JPMorgan Chase and Citi are two of the biggest names in global finance, but how do they really stack up? From retail banking to corporate strategy and investment banking prowess, each firm plays the game differently. In this segment of Business Breakdowns , Jenny Rae Le Roux and Namaan Mian break down how banks actually make money - across retail, corporate, and investment banking...

Send us Fan Mail The U.S. government is making major shifts in its contracting landscape, and the numbers don’t lie - over $1.5 billion in consulting contracts are being affected .  Among the hardest hit? Guidehouse and Deloitte , collectively losing more than $600 million in federal business. In this episode, we break down: 🔹 The Top 10 consulting firms feeling the impact 🔹 Why Guidehouse and D...

Send us Fan Mail Want to work for BCG? One of the first steps is building a killer resume. And for BCG, any ordinary resume just  won’t do. BCG hires the best of the best, so your CV needs to be top-notch, the crème de la crème of resumes. Today, we’ll share 5 tips to stand out. Additional Resources Make your resume stand apart from the rest through tailored edits Free consulting resume guide Conn...

Send us Fan Mail With so many consulting firms out there - MBB, Big 4, boutiques - how do you find the best fit? Should you specialize or stay generalist? In this Strategy Simplified episode, recorded from a live event and presented by Bates White, the Management Consulted team breaks down how to choose the right firm for your career. Tune in for a practical framework to help you evaluate: The rol...

Send us Fan Mail With 25+ years in aviation, Matt Granger wasn’t the typical McKinsey candidate. But that didn’t stop him from landing an expert role in McKinsey’s Travel, Logistics & Infrastructure practice. In this episode, Matt pulls back the curtain on his journey, sharing: How he positioned his deep industry expertise to stand out The 3-round interview process he went through (and how he...

Send us Fan Mail Listen in on a real McKinsey-style case interview. Former McKinsey consultant Kabreya Ghaderi, who has coached dozens of candidates to MBB offers, guides a candidate through an automotive industry case interview - exactly like those used in McKinsey assessments. Follow along as the candidate navigates structuring, problem-solving, mental math, and data interpretation under pressur...

Send us Fan Mail Calling all students and early career job seekers.  If you're navigating internships, job searches, or your first professional role, this special mic takeover episode is packed with insights to help you get ahead. Sophomore Emma sits down with Jenny Rae (ex-Bain consultant) to uncover the secrets to landing top job opportunities and excelling in the workplace. They discuss: K...

Send us Fan Mail Bain & Company is hiring NOW for Associate Consultants and Consultants . The firm is one of the most competitive to break into - and too many candidates make avoidable mistakes that sink their chances. Listen to this episode for the most common application and interview mistakes candidates make when recruiting for Bain, and how you can sidestep them. Bain doesn't conduct...

Send us Fan Mail Canva has taken the design world by storm - offering easy-to-use tools for everyone from casual users to global enterprises. With a skyrocketing valuation and millions of loyal users, the platform has redefined graphic design. In this segment of Business Breakdowns , Jenny Rae Le Roux and Namaan Mian explore Canva’s business model, growth opportunities, and the risks that could sh...

Send us Fan Mail The 2025 Top Consulting Firms Ranking by Management Consulted is here! See the ranking now . Listen to this short episode for 3 key insights the ranking tells us about the consulting industry - where it is today and where it's heading.  Did DOGE really make the list? See the ranking to find out. Additional Resources Unlock top consulting jobs on the Management Consulted Job B...

Send us Fan Mail The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), helmed by Elon Musk, has been tasked with optimizing federal processes, cutting redundancies, and improving transparency in government operations. Now, large consulting firms are in DOGE's crosshairs. The top 10 largest consulting firms that do business with the U.S. government have been called in to "defend the spend"...

Send us Fan Mail What does a BCG healthcare case interview really look like? Find out in this live breakdown. In this episode, former BCG consultant Ish Mawla guides a candidate through a realistic, healthcare-focused case interview - just like the ones used in actual BCG interviews. You’ll get a front-row seat as the candidate navigates frameworks, complex math, data analysis, and executive-level...

Send us Fan Mail If you're a sophomore eyeing a consulting internship, the time to start preparing is now - even if it feels too early. With firms recruiting a full year in advance, your 2026 internship interviews will happen in 2025 - and the candidates who win have a strategy in place well before applications open (as early as June!). In this episode, the Management Consulted team lays out...

Send us Fan Mail Advanced Degree Candidates - speaking to PhDs, JDs, MDs, Postdocs, PharmDs, etc. - what if you could "skip the line" to a consulting role? You can, through Bridge Programs designed specifically for ADCs! These programs offer a direct path to consulting, often ending with a guaranteed final-round interview for a full-time role - and application deadlines are coming up soo...

Send us Fan Mail With a business model built on innovation and recurring revenue, Adobe dominates the creative software space. But as competition rises and AI disrupts the landscape, how can it protect its market share? In this episode of Business Breakdowns , Jenny Rae Le Roux and Namaan Mian dive into Adobe’s business model, explore untapped growth opportunities, and assess the risks that could...

Send us Fan Mail Freshmen and sophomores - it's time to act. Application deadlines for summer "early entry" programs are coming due as soon as February 23 at firms like KPMG, Bain, PwC, and BCG. These programs represent a streamlined path into consulting - if you can get in.  Today's conversation is with Alex Poroy, who participated in multiple early entry programs on his way t...

Send us Fan Mail A guaranteed decision round interview for a full-time role at BCG? That's what accepted candidates to Bridge to BCG get! This conversation with Ish Mawla - Management Consulted case coach, former BCGer - covers everything you need to know about Bridge to BCG : Eligibility criteria How to stand out in applications The day-to-day of Bridge to BCG Benefits of participating If yo...