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How do I convince interviewer that I am capable of doing the job?

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Most recent answer on Oct 25, 2023

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As a seasoned strategy consultant, I understand your concerns about transitioning into a senior consulting role without prior consulting experience. To effectively convince the interviewer that you are the right fit for ... (read entire answer)

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Should I mention in my resume that I rejected an investment offer for a personal project?

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McKinsey offers w/o final round interviews - 100% risk-free - 10+ years MBB coaching experience - Multiple book author

Hi Anonymous, Why not adding it - I don't see any downside. On the contrary, it shows a value-add from your side that you developed the new product, which is good. However, what is important as a next thought is to ... (read entire answer)

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Unusual process: 7th interview at a MBB

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Hi Marine, please find below the answers to your questions: Q1: What does this unusual process mean? As Vlad said, that’s not so unusual. It seems they are uncertain about your performance and would like to have a ... (read entire answer)

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Whats the consultant Deloitte interview process by steps? (Dubai office)

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Most recent answer on Oct 27, 2020

Anonymous gave the best answer on Apr 13, 2020

When I did my interviews at Deloitte it was almost identical to the other firms. It started with a phone screen followed by four interviews. Interviews 1 and 2 were the standard case and fit interviews. Case number 3 w ... (read entire answer)

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Made a math mistake and did not get corrected

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Anonymous gave the best answer on Sep 29, 2020

Dear A, In fact you math mistake doesn't look so huge, so there are few options: either inetrviewer didn't pay attention to it, or they have already made their decision. BTW, it can be any decision - good or bad. ... (read entire answer)

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Needed a hint in Case Interview -- How bad is this?

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McKinsey offers w/o final round interviews - 100% risk-free - 10+ years MBB coaching experience - Multiple book author

Hi Anonymous, Based on your summary altogether it looks good - no big deal if you need a hint somewhere in an otherwise very strong case. Usually there is no candidate who runs the case from start to end without any ( ... (read entire answer)

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Misspelled Interviewer's name in Decision Round thank you email

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McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 350+ candidates secure MBB offers

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gave the best answer on Oct 10, 2020

McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 350+ candidates secure MBB offers

Hi! If this is MBB - please calm down. These firms have very clear guidelines on how to assess a candidate's performance. And misspelling a name in an email AFTER the interview is definitely not part of it! In fact, ... (read entire answer)

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