I know Its super basic but sometimes, first impression really makes a difference! appreaicate your help! Thanks
I know Its super basic but sometimes, first impression really makes a difference! appreaicate your help! Thanks
As mentioned and as the word indicates, “buddies” are associates/consultants early in their tenure and their job is to actually build a connection with you so that, if all goes well, they can sway you into signing for the firm they work for in the event of a cross offer. Their role is also to make you comfortable with the interviewing process and the firm culture. Therefore I would keep first email casual but polite, with a very brief introduction (they already know who you are and that you will reach out) and With the request of setting up a call to discuss the various questions you have.
for the call itself i would prepare as suggested in other replies by looking into background of buddy, preparing and organizing questions by topic, etc. Remember that call should be a conversation and not a mere Q&A, so try to find something in common (e.g. alma mater) you can converse about.
hope it helps,
andrea
Hey anonymous,
Send him a short email introducing yourself, your background, explaining at which step of the interview process you are, and asking him if it's possible to set up some time (either by phone or over a coffee) as you would love to hear from his/her experience and that's it!
Btw, be quite casual in the email as buddies are junior consultants! I'm used to be a buddy for McK candidates applying to my office and really prefer when candidates are not formal at all in such emails.
Best
Bruno
Hi,
Several tips here:
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