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What would be a reason not to hire you?

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Due Diligence project

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Does your background matter in the Interview (1st round BCG)?

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How do figure out if the firm has headcounts or not at the moment?

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Mckinsey PST canceled in which offices?

on Jan 23, 2020
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Consulting after 8 years of work experience?

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Aptitude tests

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Profitability vs Profit Case

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Would you consider yourself spontaneous and humorous? (Answer: Yes) Then tell a joke.

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What would your dream job be if you could choose any one?

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If you discover product defects on a day off, would you call the boss?

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Do you work to live, or do you live to work?

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Why conversion rate?

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London Big-4 Consulting vs Singapore MBB?

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McKinsey decision on invite to 2nd Round

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