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Referral process McKinsey

McKinsey Referral Referred
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
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Ian
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#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Nice networking! You shouldn't be worried - just reach out and say you checked spam/junk etc. and can't find it. Ask if they can double-check that it was sent and ask if they know the email sender (so you can ... (read entire answer)
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Referral to a practice area question

Referred
Most recent answer on May 04, 2022
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Francesco
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Hi there, In some companies the person referring you may ask to complete the online application even in case of a referral (usually you can mention the person referring you in the form). That’s what happened in my case ... (read entire answer)
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For Bain: Should You Apply In the Same Office You're Referral Is In

Application Bain Bain & Co Bain & Company Bain networking office preferences Referral Referred
Most recent answer on Mar 22, 2022
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Andi
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Andi
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gave the best answer on Mar 21, 2022
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Hi there,  in short, if your CV is very strong, i.e. meets all the screening criteria, you'll be fine either way - would go for office of choice.  That said, referrals definitely help, be it for you desired office or 2n ... (read entire answer)
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Referred for Dubai and Doha office (Mckinsey)

McKinsey Referred
Most recent answer on Jan 10, 2021
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Oleksii
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Oleksii
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Hi, I don't think it will hurt your chances. Mostly because these are different offices and different times, so the decision might be based on different factors (i.e. Visa, Industry experience, Office hiring prioriti ... (read entire answer)
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