In this episode, Ya Li shares how her Strategy Sprint case team built a market entry strategy for a Spanish language training company in 1 week. By participating in this virtual consulting project (AKA Strategy Sprint), Ya confirmed her decision to transition out of academia into consulting. She also shares her broader experience in Strategy Sprint, including: How the MBB mentorship impacted the work Ya's biggest takeaway from the project The consulting skills she gained How the program solidified Ya's plan to break into consulting If you are considering a consulting career, but don't know ..read more

In this CPG company case interview example, Management Consulted coach and former McKinsey consultant Lisa Bright leads a future BCGer through a mock case interview. The case follows a liquor manufacturer that is rapidly losing sales in its whiskey segment. The company wants to identify the root cause and develop a solution to reverse the decline. Can our candidate crack the case?  Tune in to find out. Relevant Links Book a 1:1 interview prep session with Lisa: Learn More Explore careers at IGS: Careers Share your feedback for the podcast: 30sec SurveyAccess the exhibits from the case ..read more

In the aftermath of the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), many have been left with countless questions. Today, Namaan is answering the most important ones, including: Who was SVB? What the heck happened last week? What does this mean for the U.S. financial system? What does this mean for you? Listen in for a special business news episode of Strategy Simplified! One question Namaan doesn't answer - who's to blame? We'll leave the answer to that question for everyone else, although it's clear that the failure of SVB was a failure of corporate governance and risk management. Relevant Lin ..read more

What do consultants actually do in their day-to-day? Former McKinsey Senior Business Analyst Ray Temnewo, a Management Consulted case coach, comes on the pod to spill the beans. Listen in for an insightful, fast-paced conversation on: Ray's journey to McKinsey A week in the life of a McKinsey consultant His most memorable consulting engagement Why he left McKinsey for a tech job at Spotify The importance of your network Ray's case interview prep strategy & how he coaches candidates Recommended case prep resources You can take advantage of Ray's experience by scheduling a 1:1 case coachin ..read more

Struggling to gain traction in your consulting job hunt due to career gaps on your resume? Listen in. Today, we're sharing 4 ideas to help you fill in those pesky resume gaps that are stopping your progress. Relevant LinksResume & cover letter edits: Learn More How to source your own internship: Watch VideoHow to network your way into a consulting role: Networking GuidanceSign up for Strategy Sprint (1-week virtual consulting project): Learn More/ApplyApply to Link to L.E.K.: Apply Now Share your feedback for the podcast: 30sec Survey Connect With Us Follow Management Consulted on Link ..read more

Are you a working professional (AKA "experienced hire") wanting to make a lateral move into management consulting? This episode is for you! Stephanie shares 4 key tips to ensure a successful transition. Whether you are an interior designer, general contractor, lawyer, or fill-in-the-blank, consulting firms want to hire you for the breadth and depth of skills and experience you bring to the table. Now, go dust off your resume and get ready to network! Relevant Links 4 tips for experienced hires to transition: 4min Article Black Belt case prep program (1:1 coaching, online curriculum, resume ..read more

We're excited to bring you today's episode where Eric Lu shares insights from his journey into consulting. A Duke University Biology major, Eric wanted to combine his love for business with his passion for healthcare through a career in consulting. He landed an internship at EY-Parthenon and joined the podcast to share his process. Relevant Links Management consulting salaries report: Download Register for future mock cases: Events Calendar1:1 case/fit interview coaching: Learn More Apply to Link to L.E.K.: Apply Now Share your feedback for the podcast: 30sec Survey Connect With Us Follow ..read more

We brought on 3 leaders from Investor Group Services (IGS) to share about work, life, culture, promotions, and current opportunities at the firm. Interested in a fast-paced strategy consulting role serving Private Equity?  Learn about open roles and apply here. Watch the video presentation from this session and join our email list to be the first to be notified about future live events where you can get in front of top consulting firms like IGS. Special thanks to Ben LaPres, Chad Benoit, and Lori Popescu for the presentation.  Relevant IGS Links Explore careers page: Explore IGS ..read more

If you are an engineer or working professional in the oil & gas industry wanting to transition to consulting, Prachi's story is can't-miss listening material. Coming from a background in electrical engineering at Shell, Prachi discovered consulting during her London Business School MBA and decided to pivot. In the conversation, she shares the highs and lows of her journey, the importance of feedback, mentorship, and taking care of your mental health in consulting, and tips to break in. Relevant Links Book a 1:1 coaching session with Prachi: See Prachi's Calendar   Apply to Link to ..read more

Maximize your chances of landing a consulting interview by completing Management Consulted's top-rated Networking for Consulting course. Purchase by Friday, Feb 24 for a free personalized review and edit of your cold networking email template ($50 value)! JOIN TODAY. Connect With Us Follow Management Consulted on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights. Email the Strategy Simplified team at podcast@managementconsulted.com with any questions or feedback. Partner with us by sponsoring an episode or advertising on Strategy Simplified. Check out our Media K ..read more