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Moving to MBB/ Bigger consulting firm

and Bain BCG boutique consulting MBB McKinsey
Most recent answer on Mar 18, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 18, 2023) is from:
Francesco
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Francesco
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Hi there, Q: How hard will it be to move from boutique to MBB firms? Any advice to bridge the gap. It’s always quite challenging to get into MBB, regardless of the background. Starting with the invitation, if you want t ... (read entire answer)
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What are you not proud of?

PrepLounge: Personal Fit
Most recent answer on Mar 18, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 24, 2020) is from:
Daniel
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McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
Daniel
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 gave the best answer on Mar 24, 2020
McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
Here is your chance to talk about your failures. Essentially, failure experience is regarded very positively by MBB: if you failed, you took risks, i.e. you have proven your entrepreneurial nature. So, do not be afrai ... (read entire answer)
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What would be the reason why you would have someone on or off a project?

PrepLounge: Personal Fit
Most recent answer on Mar 18, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 24, 2020) is from:
Daniel
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McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
Daniel
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 gave the best answer on Mar 24, 2020
McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
It’s a tricky question because consultants need to balance between a) interests of their clients and b) interests of their people (keeping the talent happy and creating opportunities for growth). For on the project: ... (read entire answer)
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BCG vs. McKinsey - who wins?

BCG corporate culture International MBB McKinsey project work life balance
Most recent answer on Mar 18, 2023
Anonymous gave the best answer on Dec 27, 2017
Hey, I don't think you will be able to find absolute answers for any of your questions. However, would like to share my personal view (based on experience) on a few of these topics Both firms are really global, wi ... (read entire answer)
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How would you define flexibility?

PrepLounge: Personal Fit
Most recent answer on Mar 18, 2023
The best answer (on Sep 30, 2020) is from:
Clara
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McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Clara
Expert
 gave the best answer on Sep 30, 2020
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! On top of the insights already shared in the post, the "Integrated FIT guide for MBB" has been recently published in PrepLounge´s shop (https://www.preplounge.com/en/shop/tests-2/integrated-fit-guide-for-mbb-34 ... (read entire answer)
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Do you work to live, or do you live to work?

PrepLounge: Personal Fit
Most recent answer on Mar 18, 2023
The best answer (on Jan 27, 2020) is from:
Daniel
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McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
Daniel
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 gave the best answer on Jan 27, 2020
McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
“What you do is who you are” :) so, I would definitely go with the second one. Work in my opinion is what makes a human human. Of course, you need to learn to appreciate life outside of work – but I feel that one can do ... (read entire answer)
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Tell me about a time where you dealt with a difficult member in your team!

PrepLounge: Personal Fit
Most recent answer on Mar 18, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 24, 2020) is from:
Daniel
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McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
Daniel
Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 24, 2020
McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
This question is a part of McKinsey personal fit Leadership dimension. Here it’s important to focus on a few things while telling your story: Highlight your interpersonal skills, i.e. focus on how you felt, what you ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 18, 2023 on Mar 18, 2023
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Saudi Arabia work culture & transfer policy

officetransfer Saudi Arabia working culture
Most recent answer on Mar 18, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 17, 2023) is from:
Ian
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MBB | 100% personal interview success rate (8/8) and 95% candidate success rate | Personalized interview prep
Ian
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 gave the best answer on Mar 17, 2023
MBB | 100% personal interview success rate (8/8) and 95% candidate success rate | Personalized interview prep
Hi there, Contracts on the offer! Now, if you're asking this because you're debating whether to accept the offer, great. If you're asking because you're looking at “coulda, shoulda, woulda” please stop - this will only ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 18, 2023 on Mar 18, 2023
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How do you imagine a career with Company X?

PrepLounge: Personal Fit
Most recent answer on Mar 18, 2023
The best answer (on Sep 30, 2020) is from:
Clara
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McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Clara
Expert
 gave the best answer on Sep 30, 2020
McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut
Hello! On top of the insights already shared in the post, the "Integrated FIT guide for MBB" has been recently published in PrepLounge´s shop (https://www.preplounge.com/en/shop/tests-2/integrated-fit-guide-for-mbb-34 ... (read entire answer)
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McKinsey Ecosystem game - one producer not being eaten

Imbellus McKinsey & Company
Most recent answer on Mar 18, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 17, 2023) is from:
Ian
Expert
MBB | 100% personal interview success rate (8/8) and 95% candidate success rate | Personalized interview prep
Ian
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 gave the best answer on Mar 17, 2023
MBB | 100% personal interview success rate (8/8) and 95% candidate success rate | Personalized interview prep
Hi there, 1. Has other people experienced this ‘unsolvable' ecosystem in one of the 3 sets of producers? Online guides generally stated all set of producers should be viable, which leads me to think maybe McK tweaked th ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 18, 2023 on Mar 18, 2023
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Timeline for a summer MBA internship at MBB

MBA MBB Summer Internship timeline
Most recent answer on Mar 18, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 17, 2023) is from:
Ian
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MBB | 100% personal interview success rate (8/8) and 95% candidate success rate | Personalized interview prep
Ian
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 gave the best answer on Mar 17, 2023
MBB | 100% personal interview success rate (8/8) and 95% candidate success rate | Personalized interview prep
Hi there, Typical starts are in the June time period. Generally, only 1 date is given for internships.
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on Mar 18, 2023 on Mar 18, 2023
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What's a time you exercised leadership?

PrepLounge: Personal Fit
Most recent answer on Mar 18, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 24, 2020) is from:
Daniel
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McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
Daniel
Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 24, 2020
McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
This question is a part of McKinsey personal fit Leadership dimension. Here it’s important to focus on a few things while telling your story: Highlight your interpersonal skills, i.e. focus on how you felt, what you ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 18, 2023 on Mar 18, 2023
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Tell me about a time that you persuaded your boss to go along with an idea you had!

PrepLounge: Personal Fit
Most recent answer on Mar 18, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 24, 2020) is from:
Daniel
Expert
McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
Daniel
Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 24, 2020
McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
That’s a part of McKinsey personal fit – Personal Impact dimension. While telling your story it’s important to highlight the following things: Make sure you describe your boss, what kind of person she or he is – i ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 18, 2023 on Mar 18, 2023
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What are the typical work day hours at a major consulting firm?

Bain & Company BCG dubai MBB McKinsey Singapore working conditions working hours
Most recent answer on Mar 17, 2023
The best answer (on Dec 18, 2017) is from:
Francesco
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#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 9Y+ Coaching
Francesco
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 gave the best answer on Dec 18, 2017
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 9Y+ Coaching
Hi Frank as mentioned by Bill, working hours depend on the geography. In Dubai, Singapore and Southern Europe hours are usually longer (my experience in Italy was 9am-11pm Mon-Thu, 9am-8pm Fri and 70-80% of weekends w ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 17, 2023 on Mar 17, 2023
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How to Answer "Why Consulting?" in Interviews

AT Kearney Bain BCG Case Interview consulting consulting job FIT fit interview management consulting MBB McK fit questions McKinsey Mckinsey interview motivation non-MBA PEI Personal Fit PrepLounge: Personal Fit reasons strategy consulting The Boston Consulting Group tier2 why why consulting why mbb
Most recent answer on Mar 17, 2023
Anonymous gave the best answer on Oct 04, 2017
I would recommend spending about 1 - 2 minutes on each question. You have a lot to get to in the interview. Less than a minute will make you seem rehearsed and shallow and more than 2 minutes for each will take up too m ... (read entire answer)
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Give me an example of a time that you have led a group to achieve a difficult goal!

PrepLounge: Personal Fit
Most recent answer on Mar 17, 2023
Anonymous gave the best answer on Sep 17, 2019
Hi! To answer your question directly: Your interviewer expects that you provide very concrete and clear examples of leadership in a difficult situation to show. So here's what you need to do: Think of an example t ... (read entire answer)
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What would be a reason for you to decide against a particular project?

PrepLounge: Personal Fit
Most recent answer on Mar 17, 2023
The best answer (on Dec 18, 2019) is from:
Daniel
Expert
McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
Daniel
Expert
 gave the best answer on Dec 18, 2019
McKinsey / ex-Interviewer at McKinsey / I will coach you to rock those interviews
Answering this question, it’s important to name reasons which fit well into the MBB narrative and a job of consulting – and obviously avoid the reasons which do not. Good reasons to name would be: Your tegridy – you ... (read entire answer)
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Was würden Sie tun, wenn Sie vor dem Kino versetzt werden, aber schon die Tickets gekauft haben?

PrepLounge: Personal Fit
Most recent answer on Mar 17, 2023
Anonymous B gave the best answer on Jan 25, 2020
- Refund tickets (and get money back) - Change tickets for another movie on another day If not possible: - Invite other people to watch the movie with you (friends, family) - Watch movie alone - Sell tickets t ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 17, 2023 on Mar 17, 2023
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What position should I aspire for at Strategy&?

strategy&
Most recent answer on Mar 17, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 16, 2023) is from:
Paul
CoachingPlus Expert
PL-level BCG experience (6 years)|Interviewer at BCG| 6/6 personal - 95%+ candidates offer success rate
Paul
CoachingPlus Expert
 gave the best answer on Mar 16, 2023
PL-level BCG experience (6 years)|Interviewer at BCG| 6/6 personal - 95%+ candidates offer success rate
Hi there, my perspective / angle  1) I find “risky” to bring up w/ Partner: focus on crushing the final step and make the partner “adore" you - Focus on your USPs and what you can do for the firm and not what they can d ... (read entire answer)
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on Mar 17, 2023 on Mar 17, 2023
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Can I ask for my resume review to be sped up to accommodate graduate school?

HR
Most recent answer on Mar 17, 2023
The best answer (on Mar 16, 2023) is from:
Dennis
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Seasoned project leader with 7+ years of consulting and recruiting experience in USA and Europe
Dennis
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 gave the best answer on Mar 16, 2023
Seasoned project leader with 7+ years of consulting and recruiting experience in USA and Europe
Hi there, if you need an answer in a timely manner in order to make a significant decision, then yes, you should absolutely contact HR. You have nothing to lose here.  In the current environment, I would err on the side ... (read entire answer)
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