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

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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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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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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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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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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Hagen

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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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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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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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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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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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Hagen

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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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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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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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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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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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Has anyone passed the McKinsey Solve assessment even if they couldn't attempt all questions in the Redrock study cases?

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

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International staffing @Bain & Company

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Can I apply for two open positions at Bain (London)?

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