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Does anyone have insights on the PEG Tech Insights Group at Bain?

Bain
Anonymous A asked 4 minutes ago
Anonymous A asked 4 minutes ago
I have recently applied to the  “Specialist Associate Consultant, PEG Technology Insights Group” position at Bain. However, after doing further research, most employees have a strong tech background while I have majored ... (read entire question)
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Working on weekends without compensation

associate consultant
Most recent answer 26 minutes ago
Anonymous A asked 13 hours ago
Hello team and expert, i joined a consulting firm recently and I got staffed on a project. Our team is offering training for the client during the weekends (10 hrs/ day - for 10 weekends).  At first, the partner promise ... (read entire question)
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How do I take in and move forward from my yearly performance review?

performance review process
Most recent answer 28 minutes ago
Anonymous A asked 6 hours ago
Just finished a bad project that weighed heavily in my yearly review and I am upset about it. Just wrapped up a year at the firm I am in. It's been a rough year staffing wise but I am grateful I have a job. I just came ... (read entire question)
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digital marketing assessment on test gorilla

digital marketing
Anonymous A asked 2 hours ago
Anonymous A asked 2 hours ago
Any suggestions for brushing up for a test on digital marketing?  The assessment which I will do at test gorilla is in a restricted time format and does not allow much time.
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International staffing @Bain & Company

Bain & Company International Travel
Most recent answer 3 hours ago
Anonymous A asked 16 hours ago
Hi everyone, I am about to sign a full-time offer with Bain in the DACH-region. Whilst I am super happy about the opportunity, I am a bit disappointed to hear that Bain mostly follows a “local staffing” model, where pro ... (read entire question)
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Case slides for big consultancy firm

Junior Consultant
Most recent answer 6 hours ago
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Hagen
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#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hagen
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gave the best answer 6 hours ago
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, it would be great if you would propose an approach that I can then review. Moreover, and contrary to what other coaches have said, there ob ... (read entire answer)
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Can I apply for two open positions at Bain (London)?

Application Bain
Most recent answer 6 hours ago
The best answer (12 hours ago) is from:
Alberto
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Former McKinsey Associate Partner | MBA @ IE Business School | +200 first and second round interviews at McKinsey
Alberto
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gave the best answer 12 hours ago
Former McKinsey Associate Partner | MBA @ IE Business School | +200 first and second round interviews at McKinsey
Hi there, I understand your concerns and wanting to find the best fit for your qualifications and experience at Bain. Navigating job applications can indeed be tricky, especially when multiple positions seem appealing. ... (read entire answer)
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Bain Sova personality test?

MBB
Question edited 8 hours ago
The best answer (8 hours ago) is from:
Hagen
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#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hagen
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gave the best answer 8 hours ago
#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 from Bain! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, while I cannot disclose the personality traits, I would advise you to carefully ... (read entire answer)
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Struggling with recall in framework and brainstorm structuring

brainstorming Framework
Most recent answer 9 hours ago
Anonymous A asked on Sep 28, 2023
I've done maybe 10-15 live peer cases, done lots of online reading, drills on rocketblocks, watched crafting cases, but still I find that when I do live case practice I really struggle with recalling suitable buckets or ... (read entire question)
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Quick switches in Consulting

Change Career consulting Government MBB strategy consulting tier2
Most recent answer 9 hours ago
The best answer (15 hours ago) is from:
Cristian
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#1 McKinsey Coach by rating & recommendation rate
Cristian
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gave the best answer 15 hours ago
#1 McKinsey Coach by rating & recommendation rate
Hi there, Honestly, not great :)  But then it comes down to how you tell your story.  It also doens't make sense now to stay in a firm for longer just to avoid questions in the future. I'd rather just do what I want and ... (read entire answer)
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How to ask clarifying questions on a profitability case?

profitability
Question edited 9 hours ago
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Hagen
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#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hagen
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gave the best answer 9 hours ago
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi there, I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, given your confusion, I would highly advise you to revisit some basic case study material, like the case interview basics from PrepLounge. ... (read entire answer)
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Consulting CV

Consulting Resume CV CV screening Resume
Most recent answer 10 hours ago
The best answer (9 hours ago) is from:
Hagen
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#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hagen
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gave the best answer 9 hours ago
#1 Bain coach | >95% success rate | interviewer for 8+ years | mentor and coach for 7+ years
Hi Reuben, First of all, congratulations on your career thus far! I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question: First of all, it's common advice that a resume is kept to one page, especially for those right ou ... (read entire answer)
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Looking for consulting coach from Kearney Middle East

2nd round ATKearney A.T. Kearney AT Kearney ATKearney dubai Kearney dubai Middle East riyadh UAE
Most recent answer 10 hours ago
Sarah asked on Sep 28, 2023
Hello Coaches, All, Is any Coach here from Kearney Middle East? I am looking to get some coaching from coach who has either worked with Kearney Middle East or working in Kearney Middle East office ( UAE or Riyadh).  Ple ... (read entire question)
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EYP TSE and Corporate Strategy pay difference

EYP
Most recent answer 10 hours ago
Anonymous A asked on Sep 28, 2023
Hi, I would like to ask for the London office for EYP. Does the salary between TSE and Corporate Strategy varies? If yes, how big is the difference?
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T1/T2 digital practices ranking vs generalist/strategy

Digital
Most recent answer 12 hours ago
The best answer (on Mar 09, 2021) 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 09, 2021
MBB | 100% personal interview success rate (8/8) and 95% candidate success rate | Personalized interview prep
Hi there, In terms of pure Digital, the "old guard" of Accenture, Deloitte Digital, and IBM are certainly regarded most highly (or, at least, hired the most). BCG Digital and McK Digital are doing quite well on the ... (read entire answer)
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McKinsey Solve Redrock study

MBB McKinsey McKinsey problem solving game
Most recent answer 12 hours ago
Anonymous A asked on Sep 29, 2023
Has anyone passed the McKinsey Solve assessment even if they couldn't attempt all questions in the Redrock study cases?
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MBB in Low-tier International City vs Big 4 in NYC

Asia Big 4 MBB
Most recent answer 13 hours ago
Anonymous A asked 20 hours ago
Given the industry slowdown, I am incredibly grateful for these opportunities and would appreciate your thoughts on this. I recently received an MBB full-time offer at a low-tier city in a middle-income Asian country (w ... (read entire question)
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Experienced hire thinking of applying for entry level

Experienced Hire
Most recent answer 13 hours ago
The best answer (on Sep 27, 2023) is from:
Nikita
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MBB & TIER 2 PREPARATION | 70+ OFFERS | 6+ YEARS COACHING EXPERIENCE | 1000+ SESSIONS | 1ST SESSION - 50% OFF
Nikita
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gave the best answer on Sep 27, 2023
MBB & TIER 2 PREPARATION | 70+ OFFERS | 6+ YEARS COACHING EXPERIENCE | 1000+ SESSIONS | 1ST SESSION - 50% OFF
Hi!You can apply for any position you'd like but the position you will be considered for will still be defined by your actual experience.  Therefore, you will either be offered to interview for a more senior role or rej ... (read entire answer)
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Should I keep "number labelling" in case interviews?

communication
Most recent answer 14 hours ago
The best answer (on Sep 27, 2023) is from:
Benjamin
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Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer with ~5 years of interviewing experience
Benjamin
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gave the best answer on Sep 27, 2023
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer with ~5 years of interviewing experience
Hi, Personally, I try not to always give specific numbers in a live situation (be it case interview or client meeting, for a few reasons: Sometimes I realize halfway that I don't have enough points versus what I actuall ... (read entire answer)
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Miner's case structure

mining oil & gas
Most recent answer 14 hours ago
Anonymous A asked on Sep 28, 2023
I was reading a case from Darden Case book 2012: the case is like this: Your client is in the mining industry. They have just purchased a mountain that has high concentrations of a valuable metal ore. Unfortunately, the ... (read entire question)
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