Is it fine to take a 2-3 week from casing?

If you feel that you're a bit over-saturated from casing, it's certainly fine to take a short break and come back fresh, especially with interviews several months away. You have time to prepare.

If you need some help diagnosing the root cause of your casing issues, do consider reaching out to a coach.

Hello,

I recommend doing one case with a coach before taking a break. This will give you an objective, professional view of your interview readiness and help you decide your next steps based on the outcome and feedback.

If you're mostly ready and your mistakes are minor, a short break could be exactly what you need to recharge and clear your mind.

If not, you’ll still have time to identify and work on the root cause of any issues.

Hope this helps, and happy to support you along the way!

Hi,d

It is definitely a good idea to take a break from casing if you are still 2 months before the interview. Apart from that, I believe it's really important to discover the rootcause of your problem so you still have the time to work on that.

I believe a coach can help you to discover your rootcause.

Let me know if you need help.

Mattijs

Hi there,

Totally fair question—and your thinking makes sense.

If you’ve been casing regularly and are at a decent level, a short break can help reset your focus. Silly mistakes often come from mental fatigue, not lack of skill. That said, 2–3 weeks is a bit long to fully step away—you don’t want to lose the rhythm or forget the habits you’ve built.

Consider a light touch during the break—maybe review a past case, do a quick math drill, or skim a framework once or twice a week. That’ll keep your skills warm without burning out.

You won’t lose your edge in two weeks, but easing back in will be much easier if you stay lightly engaged. 

Happy to help when you want to start casing again and provide tips to get back on track quickly.

Best,

Evelina 

Hi there, 

Sorry to hear. It must be quite frustrating.

But honestly, it's impossible to give you any useful advice unless I see you in an actual case. 

All that I can say, nevertheless, is that if you don't feel ready, you most likely are not. And it's not good to go into the interview process like this.

Consider getting some expert assessment so you can tell where you are and what gaps need to be closed, as well as what strengths you can rely on.

Best,
Cristian

Hi there,

I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question:

• First of all, unfortunately, no one can seriously answer whether you should take a break without seeing you perform in a case interview.
• Moreover, taking a break will certainly make you a bit rusty, but, for instance, if you're feeling fatigued, I would advise you to consider it nonetheless.
• Lastly, I would strongly advise you to understand what types of mistakes you make and why in any case.

You can find more on this topic here: How to succeed in the final interview round.

If you would like a more detailed discussion on how to best prepare for your upcoming pre-interview assessments and/or interviews, please don't hesitate to contact me directly.

Best,

Hagen