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Coach for Networking and then refferals

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Most recent answer on Jun 13, 2023

Francesco

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Francesco

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gave the best answer on Jun 13, 2023

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Hi there, Q: I am seeking some help for networking and converting them to refferals in the Middle East offices for MBB and Tier 2 consulting firms. You can find some initial information on referrals at the links below: ... (read entire answer)

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Career Events

BCG McKinsey and Bain careers fair networking Non-Target Networking Undergraduate

Most recent answer on Nov 17, 2021

Clara

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McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut

Clara

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gave the best answer on Nov 16, 2021

McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut

Hello! In career events to which I used to work with McK, it used to be a BA accompanying Recruiting people. They would collect CVs, which mostly is the only way to get “filtered” in these events. However, never harms ... (read entire answer)

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Getting MBB interviews from a non-target

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Most recent answer on Nov 07, 2021

Francesco

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gave the best answer on Nov 05, 2021

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Hi there, 1) I felt like I have really done my best for this application round and was wondering what are some suggestions people have for me? It seems you have followed the right steps in terms of referrals. Possibly ... (read entire answer)

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Getting the first round of interview at MBB w/ a referral?

1st round interview networking Non-Target Networking

Most recent answer on Jul 08, 2021

Francesco

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Hi there, I don’t think anyone can answer precisely on the probability that you don’t pass the screening. The answer depends mainly on your CV and achievements there. There are three main things you need to be invit ... (read entire answer)

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Who can I expect a referral from?

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Most recent answer on Jan 18, 2021

Vlad

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

Vlad

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gave the best answer on Jan 12, 2021

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

Hi, The short answer - anyone can give a referral: Entry-level consultants Senior levels consultants MBA classmates ex-consultants (if you have on-campus recruiters) Best

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I have a short digital appointment with a Partner from MBB. How to make a great impression for referral?

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Most recent answer on Nov 15, 2020

Elice

Current VC Investor, Ex-McKinsey

Elice gave the best answer on Jun 24, 2020

Current VC Investor, Ex-McKinsey

Focus more on prepping for the discussion itself rather than focusing on getting referrals. Make sure that you showed him/her that you are sharp and prepared, but also coachable (eagerly listening and taking in opinions ... (read entire answer)

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Non-Target to T-2 w strong connection?

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Vlad

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

Vlad

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gave the best answer on Aug 10, 2018

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

Hi, I believe with these internships and a good resume there will be no problem with an interview invite even from a non-target school. Best

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