Strategy Simplified
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Strategy Simplified uses case studies and conversations to apply business strategy concepts and help folks break into top consulting/corporate strategy/finance roles. Hosted by Management Consulted, the world' largest website on management and consulting, we've helped thousands land their dream jobs at firms like McKinsey, Bain, and BCG.
Strategy Simplified
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Cover letters may seem antiquated, but if you’re applying to Boston Consulting Group, you’ll need a killer cover letter to apply.
BCG is one of many firms that still prefers a cover letter, so today we’ll walk through how to shine in your cover letter through the structure, content, and format.
Lastly, we’ll mention a few cover letter pro tips as well as red flags to avoid at all costs.
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Strategy Simplified
3d ago
Want to work for McKinsey? One of the first steps to an offer is prepping your resume. Today, Jenny Rae breaks down what separates a McKinsey resume from all other resumes.
McKinsey hires the best of the best, so your CV needs to be top-notch, the crème de la crème of resumes for the firm to consider you.
Ready for 5 surprising secrets of a killer McKinsey resume? Listen in!
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Strategy Simplified
6d ago
In this episode, Namaan breaks down a 5-part strategy for networking success in consulting.
Why networking is critical to getting an offer
The 3 key objectives for every networking conversation
How firms evaluate candidates through the networking process
Who to network with (and who to avoid)
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Strategy Simplified
1w ago
Your consulting resume is the key to getting in the door to consulting firms like McKinsey, Bain, BCG, Deloitte, Accenture, and more.
But even one mistake could derail your chances.
After working with thousands of consulting candidates to rewrite their resumes and help them land interviews, there are 7 common resume mistakes we see all the time.
Jenny Rae breaks down the 7 mistakes so you can put your best foot forward and land that interview.
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Strategy Simplified
2w ago
In this short episode, L.E.K. Consulting Managing Director Matt Mancuso shares:
What type of work the firm does
The firm's capabilities and core sectors
A recent client case study
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Strategy Simplified
2w ago
There is an entire world of boutique consulting firms beyond the big name firms. Hundreds of great boutique firms doing good work.
In this episode, you'll meet 6 incredible boutiques who share:
The surprising benefits of boutique firms
Key differences between boutiques and MBB/Big 4
How candidates can identify where they fit
Amazing job openings
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Strategy Simplified
3w ago
Prepping to make a go at consulting? Having the right type of experience on your resume is key to opening the right doors.
Today, Jenny Rae (ex-Bain) shares 4 specific ways to build that experience for your resume - so you can stand out for all the right reasons.
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Strategy Simplified
1M ago
If you are tired of:
Having meetings derailed by stakeholder objections
Getting blindsided by questions you didn't anticipate
Losing authority in presentations
You'll want to listen to this episode. Namaan and Eden share strategies and tips to conquer objections and exhibit confidence in any meeting.
If you want better results from your meetings and a stronger reputation to boot - tune in.
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Strategy Simplified
1M ago
So you have a connection at McKinsey or Google or [insert your dream company here].
You’re ready to apply, but it’s been a while since you’ve been in contact and you’re struggling to know how to rekindle the connection.
The topic of rekindling old networking connections is a topic we frequently get asked about, so today, we’ll break down the nuances and how to not botch the process.
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Strategy Simplified
1M ago
Consulting recruiting timelines continue to move earlier and earlier. If you are an incoming MBA, your recruiting journey starts before you matriculate!
If you’re starting your MBA this fall, interested in consulting, and meet eligibility requirements, consulting pre-MBA programs should definitely be on your radar.
Today, we’ll discuss:
Why pre-MBA programs exist
What they are
Who they are for
Who hosts them
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