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CV and CL feedback CV screening

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Cristian

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You have an interesting profile. 1. I'd go broad anyway. You have nothing to lose from applying to MBBs as well, even if the chances of passing screening are smaller. 2. Make your CV and CL stellar. Your CV is in an o ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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When should I expect to hear back from BCG London?

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Hi there, I would say a typical timeline from submitting your application to ultimately receiving an offer (if that were to happen) is often between 6-8 weeks. If you apply in Q4, the process tends to be slower on aver ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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LGBTQ+ on-line webinar on CV

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Hi there, Generally, I advise my clients during a resume review to not add any event participation to their resume unless it is linked to a real achievement. (even if it is a very exclusive event). For instance, if it w ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Benefits of Referral

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Importance of referrals really differs my geography, but in general you can see the following advantages: Expedited Process: In some cases, a strong referral can fast-track your application, bypassing certain stages of ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Application ban disappeared after 6 months

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Hi there, That's great! Definitely check with your referrer. The nice thing is this gets them to talk to the recruiters about you and your name becomes more familiar. A few things: Double check the resume is optimal - I ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Getting into MBB Consulting after graduation with boutique internships

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Heres some reading to help: https://www.preplounge.com/en/articles/how-to-get-a-consulting-internship-tips-and-tricks

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Hi there, a) How to best report my current work arrangement on my CV/resume. The same way as you would do with your other professional experiences in a consulting resume. List the name the company, your role, dates and ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Format of German Tabular CV Question

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Hi Anonymous, I am German, have worked in consulting in Germany and have seen my share of CVs, so I hope I can help. So first of all: None of the three examples are total no-gos. I would consider No 2 best / sa ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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I don’t have brand name jobs on my resume

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Hi there, Well, you have two options: Get brand names Work around it Of course, in the short term option 2 is the better one :) There are ways to optimize your resume to hide the negative and emphasize the positive. The ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Rejected for almost all consulting firms, pre-interview

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I can definitely help you with your CV and cover letter. It's important to note that the application process can be highly competitive, especially in the current market conditions. While nationality can sometimes be a f ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Advise needed- What are my changes of passing CV screening? help!

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Cristian

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Hi there! The CV is 80% there. It's in a good shape, but it can be improved in order to maximise your chances of passing screening. For instance, within the education section you should go significantly deeper into you ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Hi there, First of all, I am sorry to hear about the rejection from BCG! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your situation: First of all, it's unlikely you'll be able to reapply immediately within the same month a ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Hello Reuben, Congratulations on your decision to pursue an entry-level consulting role! Tailoring your CV to a single page can indeed be challenging, especially with a longer employment history. Here are some tips to h ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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How is my CV looking for graduate consulting roles in London/Middle East?

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Hello, This is an excellent resume! A couple of quick pieces of feedback: It's a bit busy on the page - I would add some spacing ahead of each role that is in bold, and recommend keeping it to 3-4 bullets per experience ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Hi there, Q: Any advice on how to demonstrate aspects such as business acumen/interest in business and entrepreneurship from past experiences that are more geared towards medicine/academia? I saw you are referring to p ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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CV for MBB strategy consulting (BCG). Application for a Virtual Academy Session "The Group.Livestream" and Internship in Germany.

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Andi

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Hi there, overall, your profile has good potential and chances to get invited to the event - it seems you have good and relevant corporate work experience, academics, extracurriculars. In terms of the firms' main screen ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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CV Screening

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Hi there, Q: Do coaches usually charge their hourly rate for CV reviews or do they usually have a separate quote? It depends on the coach. Personally I offer the CV session at 50% discount of the standard rate when it ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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CV/Resume Writing for an MBB Consultant

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Francesco

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Francesco

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

Hi there, 1) What are the best practices when we write our MBB experience on the CV? (e.g things should be emphasized, things that people overlook) Some of the key things to consider for a good CV are: Use action verbs ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Could anybody help to have a look at my CV? I am going to apply for the CA role at McKinsey

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Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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Hi David! Sure - feel free to send it through. I can also share with you a template that I've used with countless candidates to get them to pass screening. Best,Cristian

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Financial modeling skills

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Anonym gab die beste Antwort am 16. Juni 2020

Hi, 1) Before you get an offer: financial modeling skills would not significantly improve your chance of getting an offer. However, you should invest some time in learning corporate finance concepts (NPV, IRR, ROI, RO ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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