Get Active in Our Amazing Community of Over 452,000 Peers!

Schedule mock interviews on the Meeting Board, join the latest community discussions in our Consulting Q&A and find like-minded Case Partners to connect and practice with!

How does the Consulting Q&A work?

Anyone can ask a question
Anyone can write an answer
Upvotes let answers rise to the top
What would you like to ask or discuss?

Taking a new offer after having accepted one

cancelling offer counter offer Multiple offers offer offer decision
Most recent answer on Jul 13, 2021
Anonymous B gave the best answer on Jul 12, 2021
Had to do this recently, so I can share my thought process and the feedback I recieved when I had a similar question 1) If you have no doubt the second offer is the better offer for you, the only question remains how ... (read entire answer)
5
Answers
1.2 k
Views
47
Total Upvotes
on Jul 13, 2021 on Jul 13, 2021
Last Activity

BCG Job Offer (U.S. consultant level lateral hire) - expiration date / how much time do they give you to sign?

BCG counter offer Expiration Job offer
Recent activity on Jan 29, 2019
The best answer (on Jan 29, 2019) is from:
Sidi
Expert
McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 350+ candidates secure MBB offers
Sidi
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 29, 2019
McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 350+ candidates secure MBB offers
Congratulations on the offer! On your question: it just depends on how clear and firm YOU are in your communication. Just be open and upfront about why you need some time to make the decision, and give them a definite d ... (read entire answer)
4
Answers
2.6 k
Views
3
Total Upvotes
on Jan 29, 2019 on Jan 29, 2019
Last Activity

Reveal or conceal existing offer from MBB competitor?

Bain BCG Case Interview counter offer MBB McKinsey offer Personal Fit Personalfit prep preparation Real interview question
Recent activity on Sep 24, 2018
The best answer (on Jun 20, 2018) is from:
Sidi
Expert
McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 350+ candidates secure MBB offers
Sidi
Expert
gave the best answer on Jun 20, 2018
McKinsey Senior EM & BCG Consultant | Interviewer at McK & BCG for 7 years | Coached 350+ candidates secure MBB offers
Hi Anonymous! I have a clear view here: just be open and honest! And if they ask why you would choose them over BCG, there is no problem with stating something like: "I am not entirely sure yet, but I know that I th ... (read entire answer)
10
Answers
13.4 k
Views
30
Total Upvotes
on Sep 24, 2018 on Sep 24, 2018
Last Activity
3 results

Consulting Q&A – Ask Questions about Your Career

In this overview, you will find all the questions asked so far by the PrepLounge community. Anyone can ask questions and write answers. Our coaches are also happy to share their expertise. If you like an answer, give it an upvote so that it rises to the top. Here you can also find our guidelines and FAQs for the Consulting Q&A.