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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
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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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Important to have a driving licence (driver's license)?

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Most recent answer on Oct 31, 2020
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Clara
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Hello Katharina! Good to see you arround the Q&A again :) Absolutely not a deal breaker. In my years in McK I never drove a car. Sometimes we rented it when we were at the client in a different city, but only ... (read entire answer)
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How to Impress the interviewer?

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Hi Waleed, I think it would be useful if you could mention which part of the interview you are referring to (eg fit part, structure, math, graph interpretation, conclusion) and ideally provide an example of the area y ... (read entire answer)
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As a candidate, how can I make a strong first impression?

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Hi Kay, On top of a long list of qualities that are required for consultants, I can summarise this in one concept : behave as if you were at the client. This is basically what the interviewer will evaluate when meetin ... (read entire answer)
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