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Specific questions to ask friends in MBB

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Most recent answer on Jan 31, 2024

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gave the best answer on Jan 31, 2024

#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there For anybody looking into how to conduct these networking conversations, attaching here a guide that you might find useful: Expert Guide: How To Handle Networking Calls and Get Referrals Best,Cristian

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on Jan 31, 2024 on Jan 31, 2024
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I AM SCHEDULED FOR A COFFE CHAT, PLEASE WHAT KIND OF QUESTIONS DO I EXPECT?

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Most recent answer on Nov 10, 2023

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gave the best answer on Jun 30, 2021

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

Hi there, I'm sorry but I'm going to have to disagree with the other consultants here. Not only have I run the analytics around how important networking is (it's important), but missing a company-sponsored coffee ch ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 10, 2023 on Nov 10, 2023
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How to prepare before start working at BCG London?

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Most recent answer on May 11, 2022

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gave the best answer on May 10, 2022

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Hi there, Congratulations on the BCG offer! In terms of your questions: 1) Any tips/advice on how to make a smooth transition for those who came from the industry other than consulting but landed a slightly more senior ... (read entire answer)

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on May 11, 2022 on May 11, 2022
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What are some must-do cases in the PrepLounge case library?

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Question edited on Sep 30, 2021

Anonymous gave the best answer on Apr 23, 2018

Hi Aman, I can't speak to specific preplounge cases. However, I can share my favourite resources for case interviews while I was going through interviews. You should be able to find all of these online quite easily: ... (read entire answer)

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on Sep 30, 2021 on Sep 30, 2021
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Advice on fit questions and case interview at A.T. Kearney

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Most recent answer on Oct 29, 2020

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gave the best answer on Jan 16, 2018

ex-Manager - Natural and challenging teacher - Taylor case solving, no framework

Hi, Below criteria selection for fit and case interviews and ATKearney's Paris office 1. Fit interview Humility while showing presence Story telling: what brings you here, and explain clearly the rational behi ... (read entire answer)

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on Oct 29, 2020 on Oct 29, 2020
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Should I ask? - a follow up mail question

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Most recent answer on May 27, 2020

Anonymous gave the best answer on Apr 22, 2019

It is completely okay!

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on May 27, 2020 on May 27, 2020
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AT Kearney Dubai Application

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Most recent answer on Oct 02, 2019

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gave the best answer on Jun 18, 2019

5+ Years at BCG & Kearney Dubai & Istanbul | 400+ Trainees | Free 15-min Consultation Call

Hi Abhinav, I have previously worked at ATK's Istanbul office, and while I was at BCG's Dubai office, I had the chance to network with my ATK colleagues in Dubai. Happy to give you a quick background about the office ... (read entire answer)

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on Oct 02, 2019 on Oct 02, 2019
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New business segment case scenario

ATKearney coffee market entry

Most recent answer on Aug 15, 2019

Lin gave the best answer on Aug 15, 2019

There are two important concerns other than the profitability analysis as suggested: 1) Does the service have a material cost attached? For the communication tool development, if the tool needs to be customized for ... (read entire answer)

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on Aug 15, 2019 on Aug 15, 2019
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Networking tips for an experienced hire in Toronto

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Recent activity on Feb 08, 2019

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

gave the best answer on Jan 29, 2019

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

Hi, I would start with understanding where your experience fits best in consulting. If we take the BIG3 companies as an example, there may be multiple options: You have some general experience that is relevant for ... (read entire answer)

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on Feb 08, 2019 on Feb 08, 2019
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Informal Talk - What NOT to do?

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Anonymous gave the best answer on Jul 11, 2017

Hey, it is good to prepare even for informal meetings (I have done several with McKinsey folks before applying and joining). Do not forget that this is an INFORMAL meeting, the other person wants to see genuine you so ... (read entire answer)

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on Jul 11, 2017 on Jul 11, 2017
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