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Newbie consultant: How to approach internal networking more effectively?

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Most recent answer on Jul 19, 2022

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Hi there, Welcome to consulting! So there are surface level networking and real networking. Surface Level: Short-term Generally used for recruiting “last-minute” Transactional Effective in sprints/short doses Real Netwo ... (read entire answer)

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What are some best practices in networking with MBB partners?

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Most recent answer on Mar 17, 2021

gave the best answer on Mar 10, 2021

Hi there, There's so much on networking on this site! Highly encourage you to read through the Q&As further :) General Networking I can tell you what works on me as an ex-BCGer: Genuineness. What doesn't ... (read entire answer)

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I have a call w/BCG Partner (college alum - cold email)

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Most recent answer on Dec 31, 2020

Allen

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Hi there! Tricky situation. If the contact is warm, meaning that they're likely to refer you, I would be 100% up front and ask! If not, which is more likely, I would ask them for insight and advice, while demonstra ... (read entire answer)

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Question regarding Bain experienced hire interview (45 minutes) at US office

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Hi Anonymous, in general, the partner interview for experienced hire with your seniority has the same structure as the typical one (fit questions + case + your questions), however the partner may: focus more on fi ... (read entire answer)

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