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Starting date postponed... until the situation improves

covid19 Entrepreneurship freelance Hiring freeze

Most recent answer on Nov 30, 2023

Anonymous gave the best answer on Apr 27, 2020

Hi A, Of course, it is just my personal opinion, but in your case I would make a step back and try slow-motion. Current COVID-19 situation gives every one of us unique opportunity to reconsider our lives and focus on t ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 30, 2023 on Nov 30, 2023
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Startup Founder to Consulting?

Advice Entrepreneurship Experienced

Most recent answer on Oct 06, 2022

#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate

gave the best answer on Oct 04, 2022

#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate

Hey Ollie, You have an impressive background! I'm sure McKinsey would love to have you. Imbellus: Play the practice game multiple times before taking it. The difference between going in “warmed up” and knowing the rules ... (read entire answer)

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on Oct 06, 2022 on Oct 06, 2022
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Entrepreneurship

Consulting Resume entrepreneurial drive Entrepreneurship

Most recent answer on Apr 06, 2022

BCG 1st & Final Round interviewer | Personalized prep with >95% success rate | 7yrs coaching | #1 for Experienced Hires

gave the best answer on Apr 05, 2022

BCG 1st & Final Round interviewer | Personalized prep with >95% success rate | 7yrs coaching | #1 for Experienced Hires

Hi there, This is a great question! My recommendation would be to definitely mention it, but be careful how to position. 1. Why mention? MBB firms really appreciate entrepreneurial people, as they typically showcase th ... (read entire answer)

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on Apr 06, 2022 on Apr 06, 2022
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MBA vs Undergrad & Master in Business for Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship MBA MBA Experience MBB

Most recent answer on Nov 20, 2020

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

gave the best answer on Sep 09, 2018

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Hi Anonymous, many questions here. I generally agree with Guennael and added my perspective based on my experience as founder post BCG. Does an MBA give you all the basic business fundamentals to successfully build ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 20, 2020 on Nov 20, 2020
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Getting into an English speaking office MBB

Entrepreneurship europe MBB

Most recent answer on Aug 19, 2020

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gave the best answer on Jul 14, 2017

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Hi Nick, the closest locations you may target which do not require other languages besides English are: UK Nordics Middle East US South Africa Out of them, the one where you could find easier to be invi ... (read entire answer)

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on Aug 19, 2020 on Aug 19, 2020
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How well can management consulting prepare me for entrepreneurship?

consulting Entrepreneurship MBB startup

Recent activity on Nov 06, 2017

McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School

gave the best answer on Nov 06, 2017

McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School

Hi, As a person who worked in BIG3, blue chips and a startup and currently launching my own startup I can probably provide some perspective: 1) Salary - Big 3 companies most probably will provide you with the highe ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 06, 2017 on Nov 06, 2017
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MBB Canada: No Big Brand Names, but Impressive Schools?

canada Entrepreneurship MBB

Recent activity on Apr 05, 2017

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gave the best answer on Apr 05, 2017

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Hi Yasir, As for your question #1, you can definitely get an interview with your profile; although entrepreneurship is a path consultants tend to follow AFTER consulting, you have likely developed several skills you w ... (read entire answer)

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on Apr 05, 2017 on Apr 05, 2017
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