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video video interview

Most recent answer on Dec 10, 2022

Cristian

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#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Cristian

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gave the best answer on Dec 08, 2022

#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there, This is basically a screening round where you will be asked the typical introductory questions of personal fit interviews. Read about Hirevue and how it works if you are not familiar with it, but in short yo ... (read entire answer)

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New Video Call feature on PrepLounge

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Adrian

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Dear community, We hope that you are enjoying your time on PrepLounge. Today, we have great news for you: At your request, we implemented a brand new video call feature. From now on, you will have access to a brand new video call feature, which allows you to communicate with your case partner via video for free. Are you excited to try it out? Schedule your meeting now or select a suitable case interview partner via our candidate listing. Do you want to know what advantages the new feature has? We have listed the top 3 advantages for you here: Our new video tool makes it easier for you to co ... (read entire question)

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on Oct 03, 2022 on Oct 03, 2022
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Video interview - less charts/data?

video interview

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Francesco

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Francesco

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gave the best answer on Jan 16, 2022

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Hi there, 1) Just wondering since the interview is conducted virtually, is it common for interviewers to try to avoid sharing charts and data online? You may not get charts in all interviews, but they are quite common i ... (read entire answer)

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What are possible questions in a hirevue interview for EY parthenon dubai

EY-Parthenon video interview

Most recent answer on Sep 30, 2021

Antonello

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McKinsey | NASA | top 10 FT MBA professor for consulting interviews | 6+ years of coaching

Antonello

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gave the best answer on Dec 26, 2019

McKinsey | NASA | top 10 FT MBA professor for consulting interviews | 6+ years of coaching

Hi, most common ones will be about your CV, why EY, why Dubai and personal questions (how you handle challenges, strengths, ...). I recommend practicing by crafting some impactful stories about these, since your confi ... (read entire answer)

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Astrid

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gave the best answer on Aug 24, 2021

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Hi there, Thank you for the feedback and the suggestion! This is a great idea. Any coaches and candidates who are interested in recording video sessions, feel free to reach out to us! We will be happy to help you organi ... (read entire answer)

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Bain & Company HireVue & Multiple Choice First Round for SE Asia - Associate Consultant

Bain Bain & Company South east asia video interview

Most recent answer on Nov 01, 2020

Anonymous C gave the best answer on Oct 30, 2019

Agree with what Anon B is saying, the PST is, in my opinion, a lot easier than the McK PST. If you have practiced religiously for the McK PST, you will find this test a breeze. The questions are along the lines of: char ... (read entire answer)

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on Nov 01, 2020 on Nov 01, 2020
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Video interview dress code

dress code video interview

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Ken

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Ex-McKinsey final round interviewer | Executive Coach

Ken

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gave the best answer on Oct 20, 2020

Ex-McKinsey final round interviewer | Executive Coach

For McKinsey, you can get away without a jacket but wearing a tie is a safe bet for most geographies. Less for first round but some of the senior folks conducting final round can be pretty old school too.

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Oliver Wyman self-recorded video interview

Oliver Wyman video interview

Most recent answer on Oct 06, 2020

Anonymous gave the best answer on Oct 06, 2020

In general terms it depends on what you are applying to. Questions serve the purpose of checking not just if you are a match, but also your motivation. Typical video questions by Oliver Wyman are: - What can you b ... (read entire answer)

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Is now a good time to apply to Bain (Central European offices) for full-time position?

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Francesco

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Francesco

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Hi there, the best thing to do in your case would be to get a connection inside the company. This could help in two ways: Understand if Bain is still recruiting (some offices already suspended hiring) Get possib ... (read entire answer)

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on Aug 23, 2020 on Aug 23, 2020
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Skype Interview with Consulting firm - is it ever a good idea not to meet f2f?

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Most recent answer on Aug 14, 2020

Anonymous gave the best answer on Feb 20, 2018

Strong suggestion to try to do F2F from my side. Ok to tell them that you changed idea/had an opportunity to go to Europe and prefer to be live. Hope it helps, Andrea

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Best practices for video interview

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Vlad

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Vlad

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gave the best answer on May 26, 2019

McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School

Hi, Here are some general recommendations: First of all, check whether they are providing a conference room in a local office If not - find a place with good internet speed and test it multiple times before the ... (read entire answer)

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Have a first video interview at ATK with case and behavioral q. I week to prepare. HELP!

A.T. Kearney First Round video interview

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Francesco

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Francesco

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gave the best answer on Jun 06, 2018

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Hi Priyanka, which stage are you in the preparation? That would be helpful to understand your ideal next steps. In general, a good preparation for a consulting interview will move through the following areas: De ... (read entire answer)

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What kind of questions are asked in Bain One-Way Video Interview? Is behavioral or mini case types?

Bain Bain & Company Bain&Co MBB one way video interview preparation Singapore South east asia video interview

Recent activity on Aug 11, 2017

Vlad

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McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School

Vlad

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gave the best answer on Nov 11, 2017

McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School

Hi, Bain video interview is the same as a regular interview: Fit questions: Tell me about yourself, Why consulting, Why Bain Case Your questions to the interviewer You can find lot's of prep materials on th ... (read entire answer)

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