336: Joining McKinsey with a 2.1 GPA

336: Joining McKinsey with a 2.1 GPA

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837: How to Network with a Senior Partner (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)

Networking with a partner is counter-intuitive. It is much easier to network with a McKinsey / BCG partner for at least four reasons. First, partners always return emails. Second, partners are generally willing to take a call just to explore your profile. Third, partners are less ...  Show more

836: How do you gain more experience? (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)

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

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