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on Apr 16, 2023
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Best Imbellus guide

Hello everyone,

I've been invited to solve the Imbellus Game at McKinsey in a couple of weeks, and I'm looking for the best resources to prepare for it. During my initial research, I came across some guides offered by different coaches, including Francesco, Luca, and Florian from StrategyCase. I'm wondering if anyone has experience using these guides and can recommend one over the others.

I would really appreciate any thoughts or advice on this matter.

Thank you!

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Francesco
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on Apr 17, 2023
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Hi there,

Congratulations on the invitation and thanks for checking my guide!

I am sure all the guides you mentioned can provide some useful information. If you want to check mine you can find with it:

  • 23 videos where you can watch how to crack the Ecosystem Game in 23 minutes (instead of the recommended 35), resist 25+ turns in the Plant Defense (instead of the minimum target of 15) and prepare for the 4 Phases of the new Redrock Study (including tips for the 10 cases)
  • Automated Excel with Formulas to build a food chain in the Ecosystem game in 16 minutes
  • 152-page PDF guide with all 6 possible games and how to crack each of them

You can immediately access the video simulation at the following link:

▶ McKinsey Imbellus Solve Combo - Video Simulation

If you have any questions about the game please drop me a message, I will reply within 12 hours.

Best,

Francesco 

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Ian
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on Apr 16, 2023
Top US BCG / MBB Coach - 5,000 sessions |Tech, Platinion, Big 4 | 9/9 personal interviews passed | 95% candidate success

Hi there,

I think the best guide by far is by MConsultingPrep.

That's because…it's not a guide…it's the game itself! You literally get to practice playing the game…over and over again.

If you're looking for a guide (reading and instructions), I do think Francesco's is very well done and very in-depth.

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Cristian
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on Apr 17, 2023
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Hi there, 

For the guide itself, I'd recommend Francesco's. 

However, I'd also recommend that you go beyond that and practice for the interviews at the same time as for the test. Basically, the skills that are tested for in the screening are the same ones you are sharpening when doing cases, with the added benefit that you also get better prepared for the interview part. 

Best,
Cristian

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Hagen
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edited on Apr 17, 2023
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Hi there,

First of all, congratulations on the invitation from McKinsey!

I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts on it:

  • First of all, I think the McKinsey Solve simulation from MConsultingPrep is the most helpful resource you can get.
  • Moreover, while other, potentially realistic, theoretical guides might also provide some value, I think you would be able to find the tips included in them for free in other sources as well.

If you would like a more detailed discussion on how to best prepare for your upcoming interviews, please don't hesitate to contact me directly.

Best,

Hagen

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