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Tier 2 Consulting Firm asking for Payslip

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Hi there, This is really tricky. Please keep in mind that with this answer I am not answering as your coach and I am not liable for the decision you ultimatley take. If I were your coach, I would dive into this further, ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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How to answer "what was your salary / bonus" in interviews?

Addressing interviewer

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Cristian

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Hi there, I'd say two things: 1. It's confidential 2. As a consequence, I can only provide ranges. Then provide generous ranges :) They can't really go against that. And of course, be honest. In case they request pays ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Why did you take this degree?

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Antonello

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Passion, personal interest or working goals are good arguments to deep dive. Best, Antonello

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Tier 2 firm don't value non-strategy consulting experience - what to do?

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Hello, I understand your concerns. It's important to remember that every consulting firm has its own culture and preferences when it comes to hiring. In your situation, it sounds like you have a broad and valuable range ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Preparing for MBB Hiring Rounds

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Hi there, Q: How can I use the next 2-3 months to best prepare for the hiring rounds and maximise my chances of success? It seems you are already doing a summer program and an internship, so I am not sure how much time ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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MBB/Tier 2 hiring season in Singapore

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Hi there, The most important line is: “I'm looking to make the move back to Singapore (citizen, so no visa issue) in consulting (entry level) as I think it best aligns with my long term career aspirations (T10 US MBA).” ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Name and Shame: Simon-Kucher North America SOAR advanced degree program

advanced degree Simon-Kucher & Partners

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#1 McKinsey Coach by rating & recommendation rate

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Wow, sorry to hear it went down like this. Indeed, that can't feel good. Leaving aside bias, it's also a fact that this is not a great time for recruitment. The only thing you can control for is really how many applic ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Hi there, 1) Which route I need to take to apply, am I considered an “experience hire” now? Or can I still apply with recent MBA graduates route? Most firms will ask you to apply as experienced hire at this stage. Ple ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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MBB ban period after taking the online assessment

MBB

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Hi there, Q: If you take the online assessment at an MBB and you don’t pass. Will you be banned from applying again or the ban only applies if you actually have a first-round interview? If you don’t pass the test you wi ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Mckinsey First Round Interview (Should I postpone?)

First Round MBB McKinsey

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Congratulations on receiving the invitation for the first-round interview with McKinsey! To address your concern, McKinsey, like most consulting firms, tends to be understanding and flexible about interview scheduling. ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Mim target schools for management consulting in middle east?

and Bain BCG big four Finance France germany management consulting McKinsey Middle East tier2

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Hi there, Sounds like you could benefit from a coach! To properly answer these questions takes a very long time. “Free” answers here aren't really going to go to the depth that you are hoping for. You're asking us to pr ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Should I network with people in the division I'd like to work in?

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Hello, Networking is an important part of the job application process, as it helps you gain a deeper understanding of the firm and its culture. However, it is crucial to approach it with care, especially in your case wh ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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EY Parthenon Riyadh

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Hi there, You can expect cases like anywhere else. You can leverage the library on Preplounge for some examples. It would also make sense to have a conversation with HR and ask them this question. The interview format ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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What is your ideal vacation?

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Ex-McK Experienced Hire and EM - I show you how to perform at your best

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The wrong answer to this question: it depends who's asking The right answer to this question: an honest answer. As a former MBB interviewer, if I'd ask this question, it would be so that I can see what you care about ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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What other firms are you applying for?

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Antonello

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Be honest. Applying to other firms shows your interesting in consulting. The only effect can be to accelerate the process. Best, Antonello

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At this point in your life: Would you rather learn or earn money?

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Hello! On top of the insights already shared in the post, the "Integrated FIT guide for MBB" has been recently published in PrepLounge´s shop (https://www.preplounge.com/en/shop/tests-2/integrated-fit-guide-for-mbb-34 ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Mckinsey Solve - Result

Mck Online Assessment PSG

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Cristian

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#1 McKinsey Coach by rating & recommendation rate

Cristian

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#1 McKinsey Coach by rating & recommendation rate

Hi Naeem, Yes, it's the norm. There are variations between the regions, but yes, if it doesn't work out, you just receive a rejection email. Since more than a year has passed, you can now reapply. Try to prepare bett ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Recommendation for McKinsey return offer

internship McKinsey recommendation Return Offer

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Cristian

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Hi there, Congrats on the good performance and getting invite directly to the final round! Basically, you can just expect a final round. That means that you need to prepare for it just as you did for your internship in ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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McKinsey referral - no specific position

referrals

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Cristian

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Hi there, Glad to hear you had a good chat with the Partner! No, you don't need to ask for the referral again. What I'd do if I were you is to either: Ask for a short chat with HR to see what sort of role would be best ... (ganze Antwort lesen)

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Consulting Q&A - Stelle Fragen rund um Deine Karriere

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Preparing for MBB Hiring Rounds

MBB/Tier 2 hiring season in Singapore

Name and Shame: Simon-Kucher North America SOAR advanced degree program

MBB Application

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Mckinsey First Round Interview (Should I postpone?)

Mim target schools for management consulting in middle east?

Should I network with people in the division I'd like to work in?

EY Parthenon Riyadh

What is your ideal vacation?

What other firms are you applying for?

At this point in your life: Would you rather learn or earn money?

Mckinsey Solve - Result

Recommendation for McKinsey return offer

McKinsey referral - no specific position