129: Offering Case Solutions Too Early Hurts ...

For this episode, let's revisit a Case Interview & Management Consulting classic where we discuss how to gain more experience. Many candidates are declined with the suggestion to gain more work experience. Unfortunately, candidates take this feedback at face value. This podcast e ...  Show more

This general podcast describes some of the common misconceptions applicants and even practicing McKinsey/BCG consultants have about their own firms. It will be useful to anyone who wants to understand some of the broad themes and misunderstandings about the profession. Here are s ...  Show more

The pressure to come up with a solution quickly can be counter-productive in certain situations. 

<span style="font-weight: 400;">For this episode, let's revisit a Strategy Skills classic where we</span> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">discuss how to communicate recommendations that are radical in nature.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">If the recommendation ...

Most preparations for interviews at a consulting firm like McKinsey, BCG or Bain focus on solving the case interview. While the case is an important part, a mindset that focuses on „I need to solve the case to get an offer“ leads you down the wrong path. Learn a better approac ...