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What are the most important factors that complete the project effectively?

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Most recent answer on Oct 13, 2023
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Hi, Interesting but broad question and I don't think it can be adequately answered in a short Q&A. That being said, I'll share 3 critical success factors, based on my time in consulting Having a clear end in mind Th ... (read entire answer)
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What method do you prefer to use for your Project? Choose the one,Either Agile or Waterfall Method? which one is better?

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Most recent answer on Oct 13, 2023
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Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
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Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Hi, Agile has been the preferred way of software development in recent years. The iterative and short ‘sprint’ focused approach helps to reduce rework and get to an MVP in a much faster time. FYI - strategy consulting f ... (read entire answer)
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How difficult is it to be staffed on projects in other geographies at MBB?

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Most recent answer on Jan 07, 2023
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Hagen
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Hi there, I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts on it: It can be challenging to secure projects in other geographic areas at strategy consult ... (read entire answer)
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McKinsey staffing

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Most recent answer on Jan 04, 2023
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Clara
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Hello! The staffing question is totally dependent on geography. In Madrid, for instance, we had almost zero lever over it, particularly at BA/junior A level. However, in the US, candidates have a huge say.  Hope it help ... (read entire answer)
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Visa for international engagement

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Check local country laws, but for a EU passport holder you can travel to most countries you have listed for short business meetings, trainings, conferences etc without needing a work visa. ESTA or visa on arrival might ... (read entire answer)
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Accenture Strategy LS vs LEK LS

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Most recent answer on Apr 30, 2021
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Clara
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Clara
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McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! Congrats on your offers! That is a great dilemma to have hahaha. At this point, and knowing that the location is the same and the companies very similar, I would trust your instinct. At the end, when we s ... (read entire answer)
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London Consulting Industry after Brexit

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Hello, I wouldn't worry so much about it, London will be still one of the most important business center in the world at least for some years. More over, if you are gonna to join a big and prestigious consulting compa ... (read entire answer)
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What are the best consultancies (except MBB) for 1) international project exposure & 2) versatile experience across functional areas & industries?

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This is a really hard question, there are so many variables (including how many languages you speak, where you are based and who your partners are). Obviously some functional areas and industries are more conducive to i ... (read entire answer)
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