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Coaches per PE Case Studies?

coach coaching Private Equity
Question edited on Mar 17, 2024
The best answer (on Mar 10, 2024) is from:
Francesco
Expert
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
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gave the best answer on Mar 10, 2024
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi Francesco, I helped a few candidates moving to PE (e.g. Bain Capital) with case studies. Please feel free to PM me for more information. Best, Francesco
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Structuring Drills from Crafting Cases or Coaching Sessions

Case structure and frameworks coaching Decision Final Round
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Feb 08, 2024) is from:
Adrien
Expert
Ex-McKinsey interviewer & Senior Consultant | Harvard MBA
Adrien
Expert
gave the best answer on Feb 08, 2024
Ex-McKinsey interviewer & Senior Consultant | Harvard MBA
Hi there, 4 quick comments: - Great that you developing your creative thinking when it comes to structuring. Force-fitting structures almost never work in my experience, as interviewers always expect a very tailored app ... (read entire answer)
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How do you know which coach is right for you? At the end of the day, does it make a big difference?

coaching
Most recent answer on Feb 29, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 03, 2024) is from:
Brad
Expert
Expert coach | Head of recruiting for Bain | 8+ years interviewing | Free intro call
Brad
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 03, 2024
Expert coach | Head of recruiting for Bain | 8+ years interviewing | Free intro call
Hi there,   A great (and important) question!   I wouldn’t back-solve for a number of coaches to speak to, I’d solve for what you want from them first.    Do you want help with your application package, case interview o ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 29, 2024 on Feb 29, 2024
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Director Level Interview

Bain BCG BCG Case Interview Client and MBB coach coaching craftingcases Imbellus MBB McKinsey
Most recent answer on Jan 31, 2024
The best answer (on Jan 25, 2024) is from:
Hagen
Expert
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hagen
Expert
gave the best answer on Jan 25, 2024
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, First of all, congratulations on the invitation! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your questions: First of all, I would highly advise you to get in touch with (former) colleagues of your target company ... (read entire answer)
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on Jan 31, 2024 on Jan 31, 2024
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Is there any ranking of coaches for MBB prep here at Preplounge?

coaching MBB
Most recent answer on Dec 31, 2023
The best answer (on Dec 04, 2023) is from:
Ian
Expert
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
Expert
gave the best answer on Dec 04, 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Who is the best soccer player? The best soccer coach/manager? The best politician? The best CEO? Please remember that this is a subjective question! It is also definitely not as simple as ONE metric (like that social me ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 31, 2023 on Dec 31, 2023
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Moving into consultancy from a industry and business background - COACH NEEDED!

coaching Consultancy Middle East UK
Most recent answer on Dec 31, 2023
The best answer (on Dec 04, 2023) is from:
Francesco
Expert
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
Expert
gave the best answer on Dec 04, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, 1) Does my background lend me to have a good/fair chance of getting into consulting. Your background seems a good fit. A question you have to ask yourself is if it would be fine to work with/have bosses younge ... (read entire answer)
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on Dec 31, 2023 on Dec 31, 2023
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McKinsey (optional) Group Coaching Session - is it a must?

coaching events MBB McKinsey recruiting Undergraduate
Most recent answer on Dec 30, 2023
The best answer (on Jul 27, 2022) is from:
Udayan
Expert
Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /6 years McKinsey recruiting experience
Udayan
Expert
gave the best answer on Jul 27, 2022
Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /6 years McKinsey recruiting experience
It has absolutely 0 impact on whether or not you get an offer. most people that have attended it have not found it helpful so feel free to skip.
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on Dec 30, 2023 on Dec 30, 2023
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Inquiry About Verification Process Document Requirements at MBB and Tier 2 Consulting Firms

ATKearney Bain BCG Case Interview coaching McKinsey McKinsey & Company Middle East
Most recent answer on Dec 01, 2023
The best answer (on Dec 01, 2023) is from:
Ian
Expert
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
Expert
gave the best answer on Dec 01, 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Just remember, in addition to other coaches comments, they'll let you know! Follow MBB's guidance here.
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on Dec 01, 2023 on Dec 01, 2023
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Consulting with a stutter?

case interviews coaching
Most recent answer on Oct 25, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 24, 2023) is from:
Alberto
Expert
Ex-McKinsey Associate Partner | +15 years in consulting | +200 McKinsey 1st & 2nd round interviews
Alberto
Expert
gave the best answer on Oct 24, 2023
Ex-McKinsey Associate Partner | +15 years in consulting | +200 McKinsey 1st & 2nd round interviews
Hi there, I would like to know if i have a mild stutter, can i consider consulting as a potential career? If you want to do your career in consulting this is a BIG YES. Best consultants are brilliant problem solvers and ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 25, 2023 on Oct 25, 2023
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Looking for coaches with experience in preparing for Private Equity case interviews

coaching Private Equity
Most recent answer on Oct 11, 2023
The best answer (on Feb 25, 2021) is from:
Antonello
Expert
McKinsey | NASA | top 10 FT MBA professor for consulting interviews | 6+ years of coaching
Antonello
Expert
gave the best answer on Feb 25, 2021
McKinsey | NASA | top 10 FT MBA professor for consulting interviews | 6+ years of coaching
Hi, feel free to text me to think about it. Best, Antonello
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on Oct 11, 2023 on Oct 11, 2023
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Prep Books

Books coaching Framework preparation
Most recent answer on Oct 08, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 01, 2023) is from:
Irene
Expert
BCG consultant & MIT MBA | Supported 20+ students for MBBs or MBA
Irene
Expert
gave the best answer on Oct 01, 2023
BCG consultant & MIT MBA | Supported 20+ students for MBBs or MBA
Hi John, I also prepared for BCG interviews in about three months (four years ago, I am feeling old ahah), and like you, I started with the same books. After reading them, I was in a bit of a dilemma, not sure which one ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 08, 2023 on Oct 08, 2023
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Coach needed ( end to end ; networking + case prep )

coaching
Most recent answer on Oct 06, 2023
The best answer (on Oct 06, 2023) is from:
Francesco
Expert
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
Expert
gave the best answer on Oct 06, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Welcome to PrepLounge! In terms of your question: Q: New here, looking for a case coach to help me end to end.  To select a coach, you can do the following: Go to the main page listing the coaches: https://www ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 06, 2023 on Oct 06, 2023
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Bain Final Round

Bain coaching Final Round
Question edited on Jul 27, 2023
The best answer (on Jul 26, 2023) is from:
Sofia
Expert
Top-Ranked Coach on PrepLounge for 3 years| McKinsey San Francisco | Harvard graduate | 6+ years of coaching
Sofia
Expert
gave the best answer on Jul 26, 2023
Top-Ranked Coach on PrepLounge for 3 years| McKinsey San Francisco | Harvard graduate | 6+ years of coaching
Hello, I would target interviewee-led cases that are heavier on exhibits but not too complex in terms of math. Bain interviewers tend to adopt a more conversational style too.  Another point here is that the style of fi ... (read entire answer)
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on Jul 27, 2023 on Jul 27, 2023
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New on PrepLounge: Premium + Coaching 💚💙

coaching Premium Membership
Most recent answer on Jun 20, 2023
Charlotte
Premium
Skilled
asked on May 10, 2023
Coaching Program Manager at PrepLounge
Dear PrepLounge Community! We are happy and excited to announce that we just launched Premium + Coaching.  It combines the unique Premium Membership with one expert coaching session for an unbeatable price!   You benefit from unlimited mock interviews, unlimited personal messages, and full access to all the PrepLounge resources including 220+ cases, drills, video tutorials, and much more! In addition to that, Premium + Coaching includes one coaching session, so you receive exclusive insights and tailored feedback from a coach.  With this perfect combination, you will succeed in the real case ... (read entire question)
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on Jun 20, 2023 on Jun 20, 2023
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Coaching

coaching
Most recent answer on May 29, 2023
The best answer (on May 28, 2023) is from:
Francesco
Expert
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Francesco
Expert
gave the best answer on May 28, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.000+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success (➡ InterviewOffers.com) | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, Q: Is it worth it to hire a coach before receiving an interview? It depends on your level of preparation, opportunity cost, goals and what the coach offers. The main reasons to hire a coach early on are the fo ... (read entire answer)
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on May 29, 2023 on May 29, 2023
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Resources on training/ coaching for Excel Financial modelling

coaching Excel for consultants
Most recent answer on Feb 03, 2023
The best answer (on Feb 07, 2023) is from:
Benjamin
Expert
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Benjamin
Expert
gave the best answer on Feb 07, 2023
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
Hi Grace, It's great that you are showing initiative and enthusiasm to improve your capabilities! First off, a couple of contextual questions for you that will help me and other coaches to give you a better response: Wh ... (read entire answer)
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on Feb 03, 2023 on Feb 03, 2023
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🎅🏽 Christmas Deals on PrepLounge – Get 10% off your CoachingPlus package! 🎅🏽

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Anonymous A asked on Dec 04, 2022
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Dear PrepLounge community, The countdown to Christmas is on 🎅🏽 As the year is coming to an end, we would like to give something back to you. This week, we are starting with our first Christmas special, so that you can make a real final spurt in your case interview preparation.  Here is everything you need to know about this special: What? This week you get 10% off your CoachingPlus package. CoachingPlus is the perfect combination of PrepLounge Premium and coaching sessions with our top experienced experts. You can select between 3, 5 and 10 coaching sessions and get a 6 week Premium Membershi ... (read entire question)
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on Dec 04, 2022 on Dec 04, 2022
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Coaching- Payment based on Success

coaching expert coaching MBB
Most recent answer on Oct 31, 2022
The best answer (on Oct 31, 2022) is from:
Ian
Expert
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
Expert
gave the best answer on Oct 31, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, Keep in mind that most platforms do not support this. There are many reasons coaching would not offer this: How can we follow-up on payment? We can't do anything if you chose not to pay How do we control for y ... (read entire answer)
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on Oct 31, 2022 on Oct 31, 2022
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Which coach to choose from the high amount of offerings?

coaching MBB
Most recent answer on Aug 31, 2022
The best answer (on Aug 26, 2022) is from:
Ian
Expert
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Ian
Expert
gave the best answer on Aug 26, 2022
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate
Hi there, This is great thinking! A few thoughts: You can try to objectively determine the quality of a coach…it's their success rate The problem comes with different (and often subjective) measures To “level” or equali ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 31, 2022 on Aug 31, 2022
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How to be a Case Coach ? What is legally allowed by Mckinsey?

coaching McKinsey & Company
Most recent answer on Aug 30, 2022
The best answer (on Aug 23, 2022) is from:
Cristian
Expert
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Cristian
Expert
gave the best answer on Aug 23, 2022
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach
Hi there,  To my knowledge, you're not allowed to coach or offer any sort of similar services if you are an employee of the Firm.  They will explain all of this to you in the beginning. You also won't really be able to ... (read entire answer)
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on Aug 30, 2022 on Aug 30, 2022
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