This podcast is currently available on our new Apps in the complimentary section where NO subscription/membership is needed. Download our Apple and Android Apps, click on browse and scroll to the "Complimentary: no subscription needed" section. You will find the podcast under the "Case Interviews & Management Consulting" channel. If you find our podcasts useful, we would sincerely appreciate you leaving a genuine review for our Apps and/or iTunes channels. Although this may seem like a small...
Feb 04, 2018•13 min
Hi everyone, In this 330th and new episode of the Case Interview & Management Consulting complimentary podcast, audio version, we discuss how to position an online degree. We address what to consider if you are selecting an online degree to complete and what is important if you are in the process of completing an online degree. We also discuss 2 most important things to get an interview if you are trying to break into consulting with an online degree. This podcast is currently available on o...
Jan 27, 2018•14 min
Hi everyone, In this 329th and new episode of the Case Interview & Management Consulting complimentary podcast, audio version, we discuss a very common problem of confusing being a critic for critical thinking and how it limits your ability to learn. This podcast is currently available on our new Apps in the complimentary section where NO subscription/membership is needed. Download our Apple and Android Apps, click on browse and scroll to the "Complimentary: no subscription needed" section. ...
Jan 10, 2018•11 min
In this 328th and new episode of the Case Interview & Management Consulting complimentary podcast, audio version, we discuss finding discrepancies with a partners' work as "hook" for a networking call. It is very common for aspiring consultants to read partners' articles to find flaws, in the hope of proving their critical thinking skills, and sharing this with the partner to secure a networking call. We explain what happens in these situations. This podcast is currently available on our new...
Jan 10, 2018•9 min
In this 327th and new episode of the Case Interview & Management Consulting complimentary podcast, audio version, we discuss Bain's obsession with fit and personality during case interviews. Bain does worry about fit and personality. Enormously. Every client we have ever had, on the eve of their Bain interview, we always tell them, "Hey, you have got to understand that Bain worries about fit and personality." And every client, by and large, says, "Yeah, I understand this. Lets move on to cas...
Oct 20, 2017•9 min
In this 326th and new episode of the Case Interview & Management Consulting complimentary podcast, audio version, we discuss 3 mistakes made by many candidates when practicing with McKinsey and BCG consultants. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS ....
Sep 30, 2017•14 min
In this 325th and new episode of the Case Interview & Management Consulting podcast, audio version, we discuss how to effectively present your accomplishments. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS ....
Jul 23, 2017•21 min
In this episode we discuss the major ongoing changes at McKinsey, 6 new practices and what it means for your career. We also discuss the questions you need to ask when considering roles at McKinsey Design, Analytics, Implementation etc. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS ....
Apr 10, 2017•28 min
Michael and Tom discuss another concerning change within McKinsey: an adjustment to McKinsey salaries, which is very subtle but interesting. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS ....
Sep 28, 2016•15 min
Michael and Tom talk about a major and troubling change in the language McKinsey has started using in their performance evaluations. We discuss what it indicates for McKinsey's future. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS ....
Sep 26, 2016•22 min
Michael and Tom talk about a new concerning change in up or out procedures in one of McKinsey's North American offices, which was unfolding over the last 6 months. We discuss what impact will this have if action is not taken to stop this practice. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS ....
Aug 21, 2016•22 min
The story Michael and Tom will talk about today, a major consulting firm suing McKinsey, is a real life example of how firms compete behind the scenes. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS ....
Aug 05, 2016•25 min
Michael and Tom discuss how to manage extreme fatigue and stress. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS ....
Jul 23, 2016•38 min
Michael and Tom discuss the new policy change introduced by McKinsey related to selection of McKinsey office leaders. We discuss why it could have been introduced and how it may impact McKinsey. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS ....
Jul 16, 2016•14 min
In this podcast Michael and Tom, Darden EMBA, talk about Sizan and her one of a kind story. Sizan is a participant in TCO IV. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS ....
Jul 05, 2016•19 min
In this podcast we continue to experiment with a new format. Meet Tom, Darden EMBA, who is going to co-host the next few Case Interview podcasts with us. In this podcast we discuss the subtle but very important reason Zach’s presence in TCO III ended. Zach is the 2nd participant in The Consulting Offer III. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSU...
Jun 28, 2016•22 min
In this podcast we discuss how interviewers judge candidates during case interviews. Specifically we look at how they determine whom are the top candidates. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS ....
Jun 17, 2016•16 min
This podcast, and related article , explains how to put the client first the right way. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS ....
Jun 08, 2016•5 min
In this podcast we talk about one critical lesson from TCO III / IV: how being likeable effects one's performance during consulting case interviews. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS ....
May 31, 2016•16 min
In this podcast, and related article, we are going to talk about value-based fees . And I am going to explain to you why value-based fees seldom work. We will also explain why value-based fees are misunderstood. And they are misunderstood in a very fundamental way. Value-based fees can only work if certain supply and demand conditions in the market are met, or if your client is naïve. If a consulting firm understands this concept, they have a higher probability of securing higher-margin value-ba...
May 20, 2016•7 min
A very common strategy for a management consulting firm to displace an incumbent and serve a client is to show an problem / insight / opportunity that the client has not realized before. Unfortunately, this does not work that well in building client relationships and driving sales. In fact, a brilliant insight by itself may even lead to more work for the competition. In this podcast, and related article , we discuss this issue and address how to fix it. SIGN UP FOR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEI...
May 13, 2016•7 min
In this podcast, and related article , we discuss how to manage failure. SIGN UP FOR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING COME HANG OUT WITH US: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn FOR MORE DETAILS ON HOW TO PREPARE FOR CASE INTERVIEWS OR ON HOW TO CONDUCT STRATEGY, OPERATIONS OR IMPLEMENTATION CONSULTING STUDIES REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS ....
May 07, 2016•8 min
In this podcast, and related article , I discuss how to resign, and especially how to resign if you are part of the inner circle of the firm and office. The business model of McKinsey, BCG and that of other firms expects this. When not expected at your firm, it is even more important you handle this correctly. If you are part of the inner circle most of the best practices you read about will not apply to you. Most of the company rules and guidelines will certainly not apply to you. I also discus...
Apr 20, 2016•16 min
The importance of gaining a client's trust via a solid reputation in the market places a premium on leaders who are skillful in building client relationships. No one would expect a consulting firm with poor reputation to thrive. After all, any firm's future is only as bright as its reputation in the market. It takes a strategic eye to focus on building client relationships for the long-term, even if it means sacrificing some revenue, and individual compensation, in the short-term. In this podcas...
Apr 08, 2016•11 min
The Emerging Leaders Program (also called Emerging Fellows Program) is a scholarship we award to promising students from disadvantaged backgrounds. We help them plan their studies, select schools and map out their entire path to elite consulting firms, and beyond. We carefully train and groom them. This is a significant scholarship and we have high expectations. In this podcast (and related article ), using Sveta’s story, we discuss what we expect of scholarship recipients and why we have this e...
Apr 01, 2016•13 min
In every single season of The Consulting Offer female PhDs have dominated the show through their skills, learning pace and performance. And they have all been foreign. Two are Chinese and one is Nigerian. In this podcast we discuss why this may be the case. Why does this one group do so well over MBAs and undergraduates despite the general consensus that PhDs are weaker in cases. SIGN UP FOR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING COME HANG OUT WITH US: Facebook / Twitter /...
Mar 24, 2016•11 min
This is a frustrating topic for many reasons. You will see it cropping up in TCO III a lot, and hurting one participant significantly. Therefore, we want to address this topic via a podcast and hope it never comes up again. Too many clients want to use a resume format because it (1) looks good, (2) was recommended by the school, (3) they spent a lot of time on it, (4) it is a better use of space or (5) they cannot understand why it should change. In this podcast we explain why a bad (in your opi...
Mar 17, 2016•8 min
Most firms only talk about their successful clients. They talk about clients who end up joining McKinsey, BCG and Bain ( MBB ). We are different. We believe it is important to talk about those case interview coaching clients who did not make it. 29.9% of our clients wanted to join McKinsey, BCG and Bain but ended up in industry, other consulting firms or government. What happened?Who is accountable for this result?Is it an error?What could we have done better?Is a 100% placement rate for MBB eve...
Mar 11, 2016•11 min
In this podcast I relate an experience I had with a young partner we have in China, Amy. This may seem like a small incident but to me it explains the reason why older partners need to bring in younger partners with a different worldview, different skills and different definition of what is normal. The true mark of an effective partnership is trust. And trust explicitly at the time when you have no idea what will happen but you believe in the judgment of a fellow partner. And the key to trust is...
Feb 16, 2016•10 min
Most applicants have the wrong impression of McKinsey BTO. And through this wrong impression they are missing an opportunity to pursue a wonderful consulting career. In this podcast, and related article , we discuss how McKinsey BTO is similar to the generalist role, how the market values a McKinsey BTO background and how the future of business will impact the value of a McKinsey BTO background. Where it matters, McKinsey BTO is no different from strategy and operations. SIGN UP FOR EMAIL UPDATE...
Feb 12, 2016•9 min
