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Are You A Small Business Owner and Need IT Consultant?

Sysvoot is a small business IT consulting firm in USA. We specialize in providing tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of small businesses. Our team of experienced IT professionals is dedicated to helping busines ... (read entire question)

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It has been almost 3 weeks since doing the PSG at Mckinsey and I haven't heard back

McKinsey McKinsey & Company Problem Solving Test PSG

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Uncertainty about recession impacts is affecting a lot - also consulting recruiting processes. You just have to wait for the response in this case. In the meantime, keep applying to other firms (as it will likely take ... (read entire answer)

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Key insights from Graphs

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Hi there, It rather sounds like you don't have the right technique for interpreting exhibits. Basically, try to go down the following steps: 1. Read the exhibit with the interviewer without actually reading it. This g ... (read entire answer)

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Partner call

MBB referrals

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Dear Coaches, I have a scheduled call with a partner at one of the MBB’s. How do I maximize the call. sometime back I had a call with a consultant at one of the MBB’s and I feel the call went well and even the consultan ... (read entire question)

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Leading with a hypothesis

BCG Case Interview hypothesis

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After you write down your structure with potential buckets to explore, how does one go about “leading with a hypothesis”, based on industry/segment/problem characteristics? Can you give some practical examples of this? ... (read entire question)

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OC&C London

MBA OC&C salary

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May I check if anyone knows what is the full time MBA salary for OC&C is like for their London office? If have break down like base - performance bonus - signing bonus etc would be great.

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Frustration! HELP

brainstorming Case structure and frameworks creativity issue tree MECE Structure

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Hi there, Quite honestly you and I should have an intro call. I specialize in the mindset shift required to learn how to framework. I can't talk about my techniques here (for obvious reasons), but I have a tried, tested ... (read entire answer)

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Which Business School is Better to get into Consulting ?

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Hi there, Let's take this one by one: “Does anyone have any suggestions on which degree could help me start a career in consulting at MBB in Europe?” - Technically, any degree will do if your overall profile is impress ... (read entire answer)

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Fragen zum TKMC Case: Portfolioerweiterung im Materialhandel

TKMC Case: Portfolioerweiterung im Materialhandel

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Liebe Community, derzeit bearbeite ich als Neuling hier, den Case vom TKMC. Bei der Aufgabe 1B mit der Fragestellung:Wie groß ist der Lithium-Zielmarkt für tk ComT in den Jahren 2025-2030 (in Mio. €)?Verstehe ich nicht ... (read entire question)

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Case study: consulting offer or ownership stake

case study Market sizing

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Hello Jonas, That's a fun question! Yes I would say a quantitative + qualitative analysis sounds great. In your quantitative, essentially they want you to value the business. Starting with a market sizing exercise, movi ... (read entire answer)

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What would you do if you won the lottery?

PrepLounge: Personal Fit

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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 ... (read entire answer)

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What to write in the cover letter - Entry level role with 2 year post-bachelors experience

Bain consulting consultingcoverletter Cover letter MBB The Boston Consulting Group

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Hi there, First of all, it's important to tell your story, not repeat your CV! I would generally approach it like this: 1st paragraph (short): Explain what you're applying for and why, ideally mentioning who in the firm ... (read entire answer)

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When is it acceptable to pause and write things down?

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Hi there, Simple formula: Whenever the benefit you get from writing ideas down and thinking about them > not, so I would say always. I would always take time for Structuring (1-2m) Brainstorming (1m) Charts (30s) Mat ... (read entire answer)

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Converting MBB Internship

Bain Bain & Company BCG internship MBB McKinsey soft skills

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Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the MBB internship offer! I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts on it: The truly differentiating f ... (read entire answer)

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How to communicate during an exhibit question

BCG Case Interview Delivery insights

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Moritz

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Hi there, This is a very common problem and indeed doesn't reflect well on candidates. The trick is to proactively look for opportunities to show specific skills, i.e. quant and conceptual skills. For graphs, I generall ... (read entire answer)

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Resume Review

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Hi Brian, Feel free to send it through and I can give you some high level pointers for free. Best, Moritz

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If you could be remembered with just one sentence – what would it be?

PrepLounge: Personal Fit

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Made a lot of people live a better life.

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How many live cases after self-studying 60 cases?

Cases Practice cases

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Hi there, I would be careful with statements such as “main types of cases.” There are no main types of cases, even though this is how most common case interview resources on the web and the 2 books that are still the in ... (read entire answer)

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Mckinsey Interview Preparation

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Hello! In any case it´s good news, it´s not so easy to get an interview at this point! You have 2 main workstreams ahead: 1. FIT INTERVIEW The "Integrated FIT guide for MBB" has been recently published in PrepLounge´s s ... (read entire answer)

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MBB Background Checks - Self / Informal Employment On Resume

MBB

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Hi there, First of all, congratulations on your offer from your dream office and company! I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts on it: Since ... (read entire answer)

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Consulting Q&A – Ask Questions about Your Career

How does the Consulting Q&A work?

Are You A Small Business Owner and Need IT Consultant?

It has been almost 3 weeks since doing the PSG at Mckinsey and I haven't heard back

Key insights from Graphs

Partner call

Leading with a hypothesis

OC&C London

Frustration! HELP

Which Business School is Better to get into Consulting ?

Fragen zum TKMC Case: Portfolioerweiterung im Materialhandel

Case study: consulting offer or ownership stake

What would you do if you won the lottery?

What to write in the cover letter - Entry level role with 2 year post-bachelors experience

When is it acceptable to pause and write things down?

Converting MBB Internship

How to communicate during an exhibit question

Resume Review

If you could be remembered with just one sentence – what would it be?

How many live cases after self-studying 60 cases?

Mckinsey Interview Preparation

MBB Background Checks - Self / Informal Employment On Resume