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Cool Off Period for Mckinsey

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Most recent answer on Jan 18, 2023

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Hello! That's accurate! The cool-off period is typically more for people invited to interviews and that don't make it. Proposed plan: I would definitely apply at the on-campus recruitment to maximize your chances AND t ... (read entire answer)

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on Jan 18, 2023 on Jan 18, 2023
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DACH: Rejection at screening stage in 2 of 3 MBBs. Chances for reapplication?

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Most recent answer on Jan 07, 2023

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gave the best answer on Jan 06, 2023

Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets

Hi Max, Sorry to hear! To be frank, I believe it is mostly due to D (without having seen your resume in detail. Send me a DM if you want to have a quick CV check). McKinsey loves to hire doctors and I have worked along ... (read entire answer)

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on Jan 07, 2023 on Jan 07, 2023
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Rejection from a MBB - what went wrong?

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Most recent answer on Feb 28, 2021

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Hi there, It is difficult to answer without seeing your CV and Cover. The most likely reasons given you had a referral are: CV / Cover not well structured CV / Cover not fitting the requirements for a consulting ... (read entire answer)

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on Feb 28, 2021 on Feb 28, 2021
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How to improve my CV ?

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Most recent answer on Dec 09, 2020

Anonymous gave the best answer on Nov 08, 2020

I think it's a very strong and well-crafted CV already. The one recommendation I have is to make some of the text a bit more concise. I would generally try to limit yourself to 3 bullet points and only use 2-line bullet ... (read entire answer)

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on Dec 09, 2020 on Dec 09, 2020
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If I don't pass the initial resume screen, what else can I do to get an interview with a consulting firm?

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Most recent answer on Nov 23, 2020

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McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews

Unfortunately, if you don't pass the initial screening the only thing you can do then is to reapply in 18 months. You of course will need to make sure that during that time you gather more experience, which will make yo ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 23, 2020 on Nov 23, 2020
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