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6 years experience, move from government to MBB

Application entry level Government pitch
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You have a great profile! There are many people who make the move from government into MBB. Generally if you've got less than two years you go in at the entry (post undergrad) level - you'll go in as an Associate (i.e., ... (read entire answer)
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Written Case Power Point Presentation - Why Consulting Firm X

pitch
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Accenture, Deloitte | Precision Case Prep | Experienced Interviewer & Career Coach | 15 years professional experience
Hey, Not sure what details were shared in the case prompt, but following would be some areas to cover in that Why Hire Firm X slide: Prior experience & relationship with the CEO and his team i.e firm X knows this cl ... (read entire answer)
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TMT Presentation - Business topic

pitch tech telecom tmt
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Vlad
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Hi, Sorry, but what's the objective of the presentation? What's the topic? WHo is the audience? How can we help you if you don't provide any info? Best
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Any material to improve my CEO pitch after I solved the case?

Case Interview pitch
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Vlad
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McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Vlad
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McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi, The basic flow is the following: You ask for 30 sec to prepare the recommendation You check the original objective to make sure you are answering the right question You think of the arguments and spend 30 ... (read entire answer)
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How do you pitch yourself?

Personal Fit pitch
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McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Vlad
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McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School
Hi, I would recommend the following structure: Start with a 1 sentence summary of your background, why you are relevant for McKinsey and what's your unique selling point Talk about 3-4 of your roles (may be prof ... (read entire answer)
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