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What's wrong with my profile?

Hi everyone! My name is Marco and I'm currently looking for a job in consulting. 

I know this is certainly not the best moment to seek a job in this industry, but I get rejected so easily during screenings that I am starting to question my whole existence.

Could you please help me understand what's wrong with my profile/resume and how to fix it (if it is possible)?

Thank you in advance!

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on Jan 01, 2024
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success: ➡ interviewoffers.com | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching

Hi Marco,

Sorry to hear about the rejections. In terms of your question:

Q: Could you please help me understand what's wrong with my profile/resume and how to fix it (if it is possible)?

Many coaches offer a CV review as part of their coaching. You can check if there is an option for that on their profiles here

Alternatively, you can post an anonymized version in the Q&A for feedback.

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For general CV suggestions, you can check this:

▶ How to Craft a Great CV for Consulting

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The process I personally recommend during sessions is the following:

  1. You send your CV before the class
  2. We review it together during the class. I recommend the changes to do step by step
  3. You work on the recommended improvements after the class and adapt the document accordingly
  4. You send back the CV. I review it and provide suggestions on anything that needs improvements (no additional bookings needed)
  5. You review and make changes accordingly
  6. If needed, you can send it back as many times as needed (no follow-up limits)

All the steps are included in the initial booking, including the unlimited follow-ups.

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If you have additional questions please feel free to PM me.

Best,

Francesco

on Dec 31, 2023
#1 rated McKinsey Coach | top MBB coach

Marco, 

There is absolutely nothing wrong with your background. You have experience in consulting, a track record around management and business and overall great credentials. 

However, the way your CV is written and presented at the moment is a solid 7. And in a competitive market, 7 is not great at all. 

I'd suggest you get a professional review from an expert on it, and if that's not an option for you, then try to get feedback from friends in consulting (though aim to get the feedback from those who are senior consultants and have experience in recruiting, not just anyone). 

On top of that, you need to work on referrals and writing a great cover letter. If you handle these things well I'd be absolutely shocked to hear you still got only rejections. 

Best,
Cristian

Ian
Coach
on Jan 03, 2024
Top US BCG / MBB Coach - 5,000 sessions |Tech, Platinion, Big 4 | 9/9 personal interviews passed | 95% candidate success

Hi there,

Please please hire a coach!

We need to do a hollistic review of your profile to figure out what needs to happen to gert you across the line.

You might need to get more related experience to boost your resume, your resume itself might be poorly done, you might not be networking effectively, or all the done!

If you're getting rejected, something is wrong. A Q&A won't fix it all.

Invest in yourself and get a coach to get you across the line!

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on Jan 01, 2024
ex A. Partner McKinsey |Senior Interviewer| Real Feedback & Free Homework between sessions|Harvard Coach|10+ Experience

Hi there, send me a private message your CV, happy to give you a quick first evaluation. Warm regards, Freddy 

Nikita
Coach
on Jan 02, 2024
MBB & Tier2 preparation | 100+ offers | 8 years coaching | 3000+ sessions

Hey Marco,

You can send me your CV for a quick review, no charge.

Regards,
Nick

Alberto
Coach
on Jan 08, 2024
Ex-McKinsey AP | Training top candidates to perform at MBB level and win the offer

Hi Marco,

We need more context on your profile. Happy to keep talking about this in private, just send me a message.

Best,

Alberto

Check out my latest case based on a real MBB interview: Sierra Springs

Dennis
Coach
on Jan 03, 2024
Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe

Hi Marco,

sorry to hear about this experience. Feel free to reach out and I can take a look at your CV.

Best

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