31. What is a case interview and why do consulting firms use them? (Case Interview 101)

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This clip is an excerpt of episode 13. The Case in Point Curse, where we talk about the negative consequences of reading Case in Point, why they happen, and how to get rid of the Case in Point curse if you have it.-------------------------------If you're looking to improve your c ...  Show more

Bain interviewer puts Julio against the wall

This clip is an excerpt of episode 16. 5 Buzzwords to avoid in your case interviews, where we talk about 5 buzzwords that candidates use that instantly turn interviewers off, why they have this effect, and what you should do instead (to really impress your interviewer).---------- ...  Show more

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