Send us a textLooking to start your own consulting / advisory business? This conversation with Amanda Schwartz Ramirez is for you.Listen in as Amanda shares:How to know if starting your own firm is right for you - and practical steps to achieve thatThe role of personal branding in building a businessThe timeline for Amanda's first advisory contractWhy you should ignore your website until you have a business& much moreConnect with Amanda through the links below.Connect with AmandaJoin Aman...

Send us a textCharts and graphs are common in case interviews. But if you don't know what you're doing, you can do more harm than good.In this episode, Jenny Rae walks through the 4 key mistakes many candidates make when interpreting and analyzing case charts, plus, best practices to put into practice today.LinksRegister for the 28-day case prep challenge starting Monday, September 9Get a DIY prep curriculum through the All Access PassJoin Black Belt to work with an expert coach on case prepC...

Send us a textKnowing case interview formulas won’t necessarily set you apart - but not knowing them will almost certainly lead to failure.It’s critical to not only know the key case formulas, but also how and when to apply them to business problems.In this episode, we’ll discuss:The 4 types of case formulasKey formulas to memorizeCase formula tips and tricksManagement Consulted LinksJoin Black Belt to build your business acumen and prep for case interviews with an expert coachDownload free c...

Send us a textListen in and follow along to this case interview demonstration to learn what to expect in a BCG case interview. The case is led by Marcus Jilla, a Management Consulted coach and former BCG consultant and project leader.The case features a golf ball manufacturer and supplier considering a new market. The key question is: “Should we enter this market? If so, how?”Marcus works with candidates 1:1 to prep for case interviews using a personalized approach. Join a Management Consulte...

Send us a textMcKinsey Solve - the consulting firm's video game-like digital assessment - stands in the way of all McKinsey hopefuls. Solve - or the McKinsey Problem Solving Game as it's often known as - is a difficult test for most candidates. In addition, McKinsey's use of AI ensures the game continues to evolve over time and that no two assessments are exactly the same. However, McKinsey Solve is NOT impossible to... solve (pun intended). In this episode, Namaan explains: Wh...

Send us a textKearney is one of the world’s foremost strategic operations consulting firms with around 6,000 people in 40 countries. If you’re applying to Kearney, you’ll face a case interview. In this episode, you'll learn what to expect in a Kearney case interview through a real-time demonstration led by Alfredo Vetencourt (Kearney Manager).Alfredo takes a real candidate through a Kearney case study – based on a client project! It is a fantastic overview of the firm's interview process. Fol...

Send us a textMental math can be challenging enough on its own, but when added to a case interview context, it is what stops many candidates from advancing to the next round with firms like McKinsey, BCG, Capital One, and Deloitte.There are 5 common case interview math missteps we see time and time again - and we want to help you avoid these. Listen in as MC COO Namaan Mian breaks down the mistakes and what to do instead.In addition, listen to the end where we answer a Fan Mail question (12:4...

Send us a textWe brought KPMG talent leader Palmer Mayer on for an update on recruiting at KPMG going into 2025. In this fast-paced convo between Namaan and Palmer, you'll learn:KPMG's hiring plans for the yearKPMG's updated travel modelIndustries/practices where hiring is hotWhat to expect for applications/interviewsHow to stand out& more!Relevant LinksDownload the MC Case Prep PlanJoin the Black Belt case prep programKPMG LinksKPMG firm overviewSee KPMG jobsKPMG Situational Interview qu...

Send us a textThere are 4 killer mistakes candidates make inside case interviews. We recorded today's episode because we don't want you to repeat these mistakesListen in to learn:What the 4 mistakes areHow to fix the mistakes and get on the right trackWork with a coach to build better, more tailored frameworks in your case interview prep. Black Belt is our most popular coaching program (includes structure drills).Relevant LinksJoin the Strategy Sprint consulting projectGet our best case inter...

Send us a textThousands of candidates make these 3 critical mistakes when preparing for case interviews (#1 is the most critical to avoid).Whether you’re preparing for interviews at McKinsey, BCG, Amazon, Capital One, or elsewhere, MC COO Namaan Mian is here to make sure you don't make these same mistakes.Need a boost in your prep? Jump into Black Belt to work with a team of expert coaches who can give concise feedback, reveal your blind spots, and close your gap areas.Relevant LinksStrategy ...

Send us a textCase interview prep is a serious time investment - but how many hours should you expect to spend preparing?After working with over 15,000 candidates, we’ve figured a few things out. In this episode, MC COO Namaan Mian shares our biggest learnings. You'll take away:The factors that affect your prep timelineHow many hours we recommend for case prepThe difference between a DIY vs expert-led approachHow to speed up your prep processWorking with an expert coach is the best way to spe...

Send us a Text Message.On this episode, we're joined by Rachelle, the CEO of a growing college essay and application company. Rachelle is a former Strategy Sprint client. (Strategy Sprint is a 1-week virtual consulting project led by MBB consultants. Participants work in a team to answer a strategic question posted by a real client.)In the conversation, you'll learn how the work consultants do generates incredible impact for organizations AND the specific decisions Rachelle made as a result o...

Send us a Text Message.Ready to get inspired? Ty Sheets started out as a professional musician and spent a stint as a teacher before ultimately landing a consulting offer at Bain & Company.In this conversation, Ty shares the keys to his Bain offer, including the strategy he employed to succeed in networking, case interviews, and more.This episode includes a Fan Mail segment on the best consulting firms for work-life balance.Relevant LinksJoin the August Black Belt cohort - limited seats l...

Send us a Text Message.Looking for boutique consulting firm case interview examples? This Stax case interview example is what you’re looking for.Stax Director Joel Slater leads a candidate through a private equity-oriented case. The big question needing an answer is: “Should we or should not invest in a business?”The case focuses on a PE client interested in investing in a startup that manufactures traffic doors for grocery stores, restaurants, warehouses, and more.Can the candidate crack the...

Send us a Text Message.Did you know 100% of the Fortune 500 are audited by the Big 4 firms - Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG? But who are each of the Big 4's main audit clients?This episode gives you a breakdown of the most well-known companies that are audited by each of the Big 4 firms.Listen to the end where we answer a Fan Mail question about Bain & Company applications (submit your own question using the link at the top).Relevant LinksStrategy Sprint $200 early bird discount expires soon - l...

Send us a Text Message.We've helped a lot of people prepare for case interviews on really short timelines - even under one week. It's not easy - but it's possible.That's exactly what today's episode is all about.We break down the 4 key steps to prep for interviews in one week or less (and 3 big things to avoid). Have confirmed interviews and don't know where to start? See the links below for information on our coaching programs. Our MBB experts look forward to working with you.Relevant LinksN...

Send us a Text Message.BCG is one of the world's foremost consulting firms, with thousands of applicants every year and only a small group selected for a job.There are lots of great reasons to consider working for BCG, but also a few reasons to steer clear. In this episode, Jenny Rae breaks down the pros and cons.Listen to the end as we answer a Fan Mail question about Deloitte interviews (submit your own question using the link at the top).Relevant LinksRegister for the next Strategy Sprint ...

Send us a Text Message.Frank is a PhD in Clinical Psychology student originally from Korea who decided consulting was the right next step for his career - and landed an incredible BCG Consultant offer.Today, Frank spills everything on his journey to landing the coveted MBB offer, including:Keys for translating an atypical background to consultingThe 3 key steps that led to an offerThe importance of taking care of yourself in the prep processHow long it took to be interview-readyThe value of w...

Send us a Text Message.What's your case interview prep plan? If you don't have one - or want to ensure yours is foolproof - listen in.In the episode, Jenny Rae shares a detailed 4-week plan to get fully ready for case interviews. It's a tactical, week-by-week breakdown to ensure you are doing the necessary things to ensure success.To work through this plan with an MBB coach, join Black Belt.Relevant LinksSee upcoming application deadlinesGet the case prep plan digital resourceSchedule a free ...

Send us a Text Message.Bain & Company's summer application deadline is Sunday July 7 at 11:59PM PT for the Associate Consultant and Associate Consultant Intern roles.This episode covers:Eligibility requirements 4-step application checklistWhat's next after the applicationLast minute questions? Reach out: [email protected] LinksGet resume and cover letter edits - Wednesday, July 3 is the final day to submit edits to get them back in time (add the expedite package to...

Send us a Text Message.We were joined by KPMG, Strategy&, Simon-Kucher, and 4 other firms for a state of the strategy consulting industry discussion. The panelists covered:How to get hired in strategy consulting right nowWhat strategy consultants actually doHow to identify which type of consulting you are a good fit forTactical advice to break inRelevant LinksConnect with these 7 firms for job openingsMBB application deadlines start as soon as July 7, 2024Limited spots remain for the next...

Send us a Text Message.Rafa had couple of successful years at McKinsey, then a few more at a FinTech - but knew there was more for her career.Ultimately, she decided it was the right time to apply for business school.Listen to this episode to hear about her journey leading up to the decision, and much more.The unexpected reason Rafa left McKinseyHow she knew it was the right time for an MBATips to stand out in business school applicationsKeys to understanding your unique storyWhere Rafa ultim...

Send us a Text Message.Big Sip, a high-end beverage company known for craft sodas, juices, and teas, seeks to expand to the East Coast. The company needs advice on whether to pursue this expansion and how to fund it, ideally through increased profits.That’s the scenario faced in this case interview demo led by Zach Tabbush, a Management Consulted case coach and former Bain consultant. Grab a pencil and paper and work through the case alongside Zach and a special guest!Relevant LinksMBB a...

Send us a Text Message.If you've got a PwC case interview coming up, this episode answers every question you might have:Is a PwC case different from a Strategy& case?How does the PwC case stack up to MBB case interviews? Is it more or less difficult? Interviewer-led or candidate-led?How much prep time is needed?Need PwC prep help? Reach out today explaining your situation and we'll give you our best advice & resources.Relevant LinksResume & cover letter edits for PwCBlac...

Send us a Text Message.Stax is hiring! See open roles at this private equity consulting firm.In this episode, Jenny Rae chats with Roy Lockhart - a Stax Managing Director. Roy leads the exit planning/sell-side practice at Stax and has been involved in over 100 deals!Jenny Rae and Roy break down:The key seasons Roy has stayed with Stax for so longWhat career development looks like at Stax - and how it evolvesAdvice for young professionalsStax’ integrated approach to private equity consultingRo...