Florian

Expert
Content Creator
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Highest-rated McKinsey coach (ratings, offers, sessions) | 500+ offers | Author of The 1% & Consulting Career Secrets
Bitpanda, StrategyCase, McKinsey & Company, Kearney, Lufthansa
English, German
Austria (UTC +1)
USD 399 / hour
1,121
Meetings
19,435
Q&A Upvotes
124
Awards
5.0
499 Reviews

Top Skills

Case Interview Mastery
Fit Interview and PEI Hacking
Problem Solving

Florian's Offers

The 1% Case Method
  • Intuitive Case and Fit Mastery
  • Unparalleled Offer Rates
  • $1758 Bonus Practice Materials
Resume Review
  • Book a 30 minutes resume review
  • Send Florian your CV beforehand
  • Get detailed feedback and tips

My Approach

Reviews

Q&A Contributions

Education & Profession

Awards

My Approach
  • My Approach
  • Reviews
  • Q&A Contributions
  • Education & Profession
  • Awards

Welcome to my profile here on PrepLounge! 😊

▶ Click here for an introduction to my approach and selection of 500+ consulting offers

Discover the secrets of effective problem-solving and storytelling with the intuitive case interview approach I've developed. This methodology has proven so successful that I helped generate more than 500 consulting job offers for my clients within a span of 3.5 years, making me the most successful case coach, not just on PrepLounge, but globally (with over 1,200 reviews across platforms).

 

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Your Success in a Nutshell:

  • Every month, my coaching transforms multiple candidates into top-tier consultants. By choosing me, you're not just going by claims but verified success stories visible across PrepLounge, StrategyCase.com, and Amazon – a testament to my leading position and the success of my clients in the global case interview preparation space.
  • Equip yourself with insights from "The 1%: Conquer Your Consulting Case Interview", the best-selling new case interview book. And, with "Consulting Career Secrets", pave your way for a lasting and rewarding journey with premier consulting firms. I don’t just coach to get you into top consulting firms. My goal is to make sure you create a rewarding and successful career.
  • Dive into a holistic preparation experience: ongoing mentorship, boundless practice opportunities, and elite courses and drills proven by tens of thousands of successful applicants. With tailored practice resources and videos I personally crafted for StrategyCase.com, your consulting success isn't just possible; it's engineered.

 

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Free Consultation and Screening Calls

Curious about my approach, success rate, or any aspect of consulting application? Reach out to schedule a no-obligation introductory call. I'm here to answer your questions and guide you along the way.

 

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Your Ticket to Multiple Consulting Offers

Discover how you can leverage my expertise and gain an unmatched advantage in securing your dream offers:

✅ The Unbeatable Track Record: Achieve your consulting career goals with a coach who has the highest verified success rate on the web. I have helped generate more than 500 prestigious offers for my direct coaching clients, 170 of which are from McKinsey – deemed the world's toughest firm to crack by Forbes - in just 3.5 years. My decade-long tenure in the consulting space, especially the 5 years at McKinsey, and my unique approach to problem-solving make me your best ally. My coaching reputation? Simple: More than 1,200 reviews across platforms and clients that regularly outshine their competition with multiple offers, with some even bypassing the final interview rounds!

 

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✅ Think & Speak Like a Pro Consultant: You won't find cookie-cutter frameworks and approaches here. Dive deep into a tailored case-solving method that prioritizes first-principles thinking, hypotheses-driven thinking, intuitive problem-solving, and effective communication. The replicable approach works both for candidate-led and interviewer-led case interview formats and touches on every facet: metacognitive case skills, creative problem-solving, impactful communication, and story crafting for personal fit and PEI interviews. The techniques will help you to come up with creative answers for structure and brainstorming questions, interpret charts the right way (including the typically hidden insights), and succeed in the quantitative section of the case. You'll become the candidate that stands out in every firm, not just fits in. For fit interviews, I have developed a new and unique storytelling framework (the SCORE framework) that has been included in the training of new hire consultants of some consulting firms and offices. You will learn how to create and tell exciting stories that make you stand out in front of your interviewers.

 

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✅ Comprehensive Support - Start to Finish & Beyond: Our partnership extends beyond just sessions. With comprehensive case practices (based on sessions and not billed hours - we always take as long as we need), detailed feedback, personalized preparation plans, and a suite of free resources, your success is meticulously engineered. And it doesn’t end there; you receive ongoing mentorship, direct contact with me for questions, and genuine advice – even if it means recommending canceling sessions because you are offer-ready and losing revenue on my end.

 

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✅ Tailored Prep for Maximum Impact: Your journey is unique, and so is the preparation. We curate sessions based on your needs, selecting from my diverse library of real and up-to-date consulting cases – based on real case interview standards and evaluation criteria of different firms. Whether it's current events or emergent trends, I have you covered. And if there's a specific area you'd like to focus on? I'll custom-design cases to suit your ambitions.

 

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✅ Empower Your Independent Preparation: Our collaboration equips you for your independent journey too. After our sessions, you receive a meticulously crafted preparation plan and access to exclusive StrategyCase.com resources. If you're aiming for multiple sessions, our game plan is dynamic, adjusting after each meeting to ensure you're always on the fastest track to your goal.

 

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✅ Consistent Excellence: Since my debut on PrepLounge in 2021, I’ve been the top-rated McKinsey coach, maintaining that position to this day (based on reviews and offer rates, not participation trophies). I offer a global, up-to-date perspective on top-tier firm recruiting, serving candidates across the spectrum: from complete novices to industry experts for Partner positions. My expertise is so sought-after that PrepLounge officially selected me to share insights on McKinsey interviews in two articles (Case Interview: https://www.preplounge.com/en/mckinsey-interview; Personal Experience Interview: https://www.preplounge.com/en/mckinsey-pei).

 

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✅ Cultivating Unshakable Confidence: One of the transformative aspects of our collaboration is not just the technical mastery you'll gain but the deep-seated confidence you'll develop. Clients often share how, through our sessions, they transition from feelings of uncertainty and overwhelm to a state of empowered assurance. This confidence isn't just about acing the interview – it’s about recognizing your value, enhancing your intrinsic problem-solving capabilities, and trusting in your capacity to tackle challenges head-on. By the end of our coaching, you won't merely be ready for your consulting interviews; you'll approach them with a poised certainty that sets you leagues apart.

 

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<<< Reach out for a free introduction call if you want to learn more! >>>

 

About Me

Like you, I've been through the challenging phases of consulting interviews (once for internships and once for full-time roles). Despite rigorous preparation, I often felt inadequately prepared, some cases went well, others didn’t, and I had a hard time figuring out why. This struggle that I also witnessed across my peer group became my motivation to change the landscape of consulting recruiting and interview training completely.

I envisioned a new approach to consulting interviews and once I left McKinsey in early 2020, I built StrategyCase and everything it entails into what it is today.

I noticed that the information on the top-tier consulting application process, the case interviews, the fit and PEI, and the different aptitude tests and games that is often circulated is either wrong, outdated, or assumed to be the same for any consulting firm. Consequently, the advice given can be detrimental to your recruiting success with the top firms.

I'm your go-to McKinsey consultant for cracking the enigmatic case and fit interview code. With a deep-seated passion for this competitive industry, I've made it my mission to usher aspiring consultants into the big leagues - McKinsey, BCG, Bain, and other reputable firms.

Over the past few years, I've developed and perfected a unique case interview approach, resulting in more than 500 consulting offers for my clients. Of these, a remarkable 170 were from McKinsey, notoriously the toughest firm to crack, based on a study by Forbes. My innovative strategies and relentless dedication have proven time and again to yield successful outcomes, substantiating my reputation as the most successful McKinsey case coach on the web.

Over the last three years, I have built a consulting application and career platform as a beacon of knowledge and guidance, having reached more than 1 million consultant applicants and new hires. With my relentless coaching and mentoring, I am leading numerous candidates month after month to secure coveted offers from top-tier consulting firms.

Beyond just coaching, I've also penned two insightful books: 'The 1%: Conquer Your Consulting Case Interview' and 'Consulting Career Secrets'. The first has achieved Amazon best-seller status for new case interview books, while the second serves as an extensive guide to thriving in the challenging environment of high-caliber consulting firms.

 

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My engagement with consulting is not confined to coaching or writing. I recently launched my own boutique consulting and advisory firm, keeping me directly involved in the consulting world as well as recruitment and interviewing processes. This hands-on experience allows me to provide you with insights and advice grounded in the current industry landscape, offering unparalleled relevance and value.

In essence, my mission is to make your consulting dreams come true. Leveraging my expertise, invaluable resources, and unwavering commitment to your success, I stand ready to lead you into the esteemed world of consulting. Together, we'll conquer the challenges, honing your problem-solving skills to unlock your full potential and secure your place among the consulting elite.

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If you are not looking for a coach or just need some free text-based advice, feel free to shoot me a message and ask for advice. I have learned a lot in this industry and I want to pay it forward!

If you are in the market for a coach, please reach out for a mutual introduction and quick learning session. 

Florian

Florian's Coaching Package
The 1% Case Method
Includes 5 sessions
Intuitive Case and Fit Mastery
Unparalleled Offer Rates
$1758 Bonus Practice Materials

I am delighted to present a comprehensive program meticulously designed to help you attain offers from all consulting firms. This inclusive program not only offers personalized coaching but also provides a complete suite of indispensable materials for effective practice between sessions, along with an exclusive membership in my private client coaching group – the inner circle.

 

What sets this program apart

Read the review below and keep in mind that the offer was for the most competitive McKinsey office in the world during a recession for a candidate with a non-business background, who was able to outshine all MBAs and business professionals due to the value of my coaching program.

 

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  • Get a top consulting job from a non-target school?
  • Get into McKinsey, BCG, and Bain with no business background?
  • Make interviewers wonder how quickly were able to solve a case?
  • Skip interview rounds and move directly to the offer?
  • Dominate a whole interview round as a peer group?

 

These are not outlier cases; with my clients, this is the standard.

 

The 1% Method Coaching Program

  • includes everything you need to score multiple top-tier consulting offers, not just coaching but a full suite of products (something no one on PrepLounge can offer);
  • is totally risk-free for you (read more details below);
  • comes at a 58% discount (the real total value based on products and services included is $3753 but it is priced at just $1599), which is less than 50% of your first-month salary in consulting.

I am eager and dedicated to assisting you on your journey to securing multiple offers from top-tier firms. If you are interested in learning more about the program and why I can offer this package, read on or contact me directly for your free introduction call.

 

Outline of the Program

The program itself encompasses 5 adaptable, non-timed sessions tailored to your individual needs, including real top-tier consulting-style cases, real (McKinsey) interviewer feedback and evaluation standards, fit interview simulations, and ultra-detailed debriefs, problem-solving, communication, and story-telling teaching, as well as detailed preparation plans and progress tracking. For a detailed session breakdown with focus topics and learning goals, please continue reading.

Additionally, you receive more than 10 hours of self-study video course content, guidebooks specifically crafted to help you ace all consulting aptitude tests, high-quality courses and drills for structuring, chart, and math, and a rich collection of nearly 1,000 practice cases. 

This is all supplemented with my continuous mentorship to facilitate your ongoing learning and improvement before, in-between, and after our sessions as well as the inclusion into my private coaching group of equally motivated case candidates.

The guidebooks and video courses incorporated in the program are some of the most sought-after and most realistic practice materials on the market.

 

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The Value of the Program Rests on 7 Pillars

✅ An immediate transformation: From our very first session, you'll get everything crucial. There's no slogging through basics. We start strong, setting you on the right track immediately. You will learn everything you need to know to become a strong case solver already in the first session. We do not wait until the third session to cover a specific topic. The sooner you know how to work through whole cases, the more effective your preparation will be going forward. That is also why the initial sessions usually last much longer than 60 minutes. Everyone starts at a different baseline and I want to meet you at your current level and automatically lift you to a level that most case interviewees will never reach during their prep.

 

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✅ Impact Over Time: Let numbers do the talking. Compare the offers I've secured with this program for my clients in relation to sessions and my active coaching time. If someone produces 300 offers over 10 years, that would be just 30 offers per year. Time and experience in this market are worth nothing if it does not align with consistent tangible results. I have delivered more than 500 offers for my clients through direct coaching in just 3.5 years. Similarly, I don’t want to mislead clients by using the PrepLounge Awards Ranking (which is based on forum, case, and article contributions) as client successes or reviews – what some coaches unfortunately do.

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✅ Resources Tailored for Top Consultants: Say goodbye to endless online searches and practicing with questionable resources. I've created the most realistic practice materials on the market, ensuring every moment you spend in self-practice is with the industry’s best, most up-to-date resources and drills. The resources are so sought after, that even the coach with the highest number of sessions on PrepLounge purchased all of them to inspire his coaching and approach.

 

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✅ I'm Here for You, Not the Clock: I don’t keep an eye on the time but on your progress. Our sessions last until every question is answered, and every topic is thoroughly covered. You set the pace, I provide the guidance. This also applies to times outside of sessions when you need ad-hoc support.

 

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✅ Practice with the Champions: I'll introduce you to a community of top-tier aspiring consultants. When you practice, you'll do it among the best, ensuring you're always challenged and improving.

 

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✅ Direct & Genuine Feedback: My feedback is straightforward and honest. I give you the real interviewer's perspective, focusing on tangible improvements, not just empty praise that gets you nowhere.

 

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✅ Standing on a Legacy of Proven Expertise: Over a million applicants and new hires have benefited from my books and platform. Two authoritative books on consulting careers and case interviews stand testament to my expertise in the field.

 

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This program comes with $1758 in bonuses:

Upon investing in the package, you'll gain access to a comprehensive suite of resources designed to enhance your consulting application, test-taking, and interview skills. This includes:

  • Access to my Coaching Inner Circle: Get my Personal Phone Number and Email Address for all your needs and questions, 24/7 before your offer and afterward (once you start your dream career) – VALUE OF USD 399
  • Cover Letter and Resume Guides: Comprehensive guides (24 and 29 pages) tailored to help you craft an outstanding consulting resume and cover letter. The guides come with ready-to-use templates for Interns, Graduate Hires, and Experienced Hires. – VALUE OF USD 48
  • Personal Cover Letter and Resume Screening Service to make the most out of your application. I will finetune your application documents to get them past the algorithms and human resume and cover letter screeners. I take away the time that adds no value to your preparation and do it for you. – VALUE OF USD 198
  • McKinsey Solve Game Guide: A comprehensive guide (146 pages, 14 videos, Excel Solver, and 6 RedRock practice tests) designed to navigate you through the McKinsey Solve Game. This was the first guide on the market in November 2019 and since then has been continuously refined – VALUE OF USD 54
  • BCG Casey Chatbot Guide: A detailed guide (123 pages + 5 interactive sample tests) to prepare for interactions with the BCG Casey Chatbot. – VALUE OF USD 54
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  • Bain Aptitude Test Guide: An extensive guide (105 pages) covering SOVA, Pymetrics, and HireVue, and 560+ online practice questions to help you ace the Bain Aptitude Test. – VALUE OF USD 54
  • Kearney Recruitment Test Guide: A comprehensive guide (76 pages) delving deep into the unique aspects of the Kearney recruitment test. Packed with insights, strategies, and test-taking tips, this guide is tailored to ensure you master the nuances and intricacies of the Kearney test. – VALUE OF USD 14
  • Case Interview Math Mastery Video Course: A series of 25 videos, including a math guidebook and 2,000 practice examples, to build a strong foundation for case interview math. – VALUE OF USD 89
  • Structuring and Framework Course: This includes 25 lessons with 100 creative structuring and brainstorming exercises to boost your problem-solving skills. – VALUE OF USD 69
  • Exhibit and Chart Interpretation Course: Contains 39 lessons and 50 realistic drills to improve your data interpretation skills. – VALUE OF USD 29
  • McKinsey Interview Academy: Offers 40 videos of simulated McKinsey case and PEI interviews, including best practices and feedback. – VALUE OF USD 99
  • Practice Case Library: A rich library of nearly 1,000 cases to aid in your practice and reading. – VALUE OF USD 99
  • Industry Deep Dives: Provides comprehensive overviews for 27 industries and sectors related to their business models, trends, financials, and more. – VALUE OF USD 24
  • Brainteaser Course: Offers 155 practice drills to sharpen your analytical thinking skills. – VALUE OF USD 29
  • My Client Network: A network of motivated and high-performing case partners. – VALUE OF USD 499

 

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100% Risk-Free Coaching Guarantee

I understand that diving into a coaching program is a significant decision. That's why I've designed my offering to be completely risk-free for you. Here's how:

  1. Introduction Call: Before you make a commitment, set up a no-obligation introduction call. Discuss your questions, gauge the program's fit, and ensure it aligns with your goals. Also, from my side, it is important to make sure that I see a good fit.
  2. Adaptive Pace: Your comfort and progress is paramount. Whether you're in a rush to complete sessions within 4 days (been there and done that with a successful offer) or wish to space them out over 3 months (or even longer), the program molds to fit your schedule.
  3. Tailored Experience: Don't settle for a one-size-fits-all approach. Our sessions are always customized to provide you with the best value at the right time, ensuring they address your unique needs and concerns.
  4. Value Guarantee: After the first session, if you feel you didn't derive significant value from the coaching, you can cancel the remainder of the program, no questions asked. It's that straightforward. No one has cancelled the program since its inception and I am striving hard to keep it that way and keep you satisfied.

Your career trajectory is too important to leave to chance. With my risk-free coaching program, you're not just getting guidance; you're getting a promise of genuine, tangible results.

 

Availability

To ensure quality and personalized care (longer sessions, mentorship, and care in-between sessions) as well as attention to requests from different platforms, I can only enroll a select number of candidates each month via PrepLounge, which is usually around 4 or 5 packages per month.

I am aware of the responsibility I have with regard to your successful consulting applications and the trust you need to place in a coach for that matter. Hence, please reach out to me with your questions via DM so we can set up an introduction call to answer all your questions and discuss a potential plan.

 

Additional Notes

  • Timely Feedback: Got questions? Reach out anytime. I pledge to respond within the same day, no matter your location or our time difference.
  • Learn What it is All About: Tentative about diving straight into the program? Kick-off with a single trial session. If slots are available, you can transition to the comprehensive program, with the initial session's fee credited.
  • Booking Protocol: Given the limited monthly slots I allocate here, please contact me before booking with your resume or LinkedIn profile and preferred coaching timeline prior to booking the full program in addition to your target firms. Direct bookings without preliminary communication might, unfortunately, be canceled if there’s an alignment mismatch or overbooking.
  • McKinsey DACH: Für deutschsprachige Kandidaten habe ich spezielle Tipps für McKinsey Deutschland und Oesterreich!

 

Sample Program Outline (tailored to each client)

My coaching philosophy emphasizes immediate, comprehensive guidance. In our very first session, I provide you with all the essential information. This ensures that as we progress, each session focuses on refining and enhancing your performance. There's no holding back or waiting for subsequent sessions to introduce critical elements – you'll have everything you need from the outset. 

This approach not only facilitates a noticeable transformation right in our initial meeting but also ensures that your practice is effective and efficient right from the start. Furthermore, after our initial session, you'll gain complete access to all practice resources and my coaching network

Imagine our case journey like sculpting: the first session is akin to chiseling the basic shape from stone. With each subsequent session, we meticulously refine and detail, eventually polishing your performance.

Moreover, there's no need for separate sessions dedicated to specific case types. Instead, in every session, we focus on intuitive and replicable problem-solving employed by consultants by going through representative and realistic case problems and the most effective strategies for addressing them.

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(EXAMPLE) SESSION 1: Diagnostic and preparation planning

Objective: Immediately transform your casing and set the stage for your progress.

  • We start with an introduction and understanding of your case experience, goals, objectives, and ambitions (if we had no initial screening call)
  • We simulate a real Case Interview using a real firm-specific case, following official interviewer guidelines
  • The case will either be candidate-led or interviewer-led, depending on the firms you are applying for
  • The case is longer than what you have to expect during your initial interview so that you have more practice opportunities and I can collect more observation points
  • I provide feedback on your performance based on the real MBB evaluation metrics and scoring sheet
  • I introduce you to my universal case approach method discussing the right steps and habits for each part and question of the case, the content creation techniques to come up with strong frameworks and brainstorming answers, insightful exhibit interpretations, and effective approaches to quantitative questions, as well as the key communication phrases and strategies.
  • Comparing your performance with the best practice approach and answers and identifying the most effective levers, I show you how to improve across all areas to go from development need to a good performance and from a good performance to a distinctive performance. You will know where you stand in all elements of the case and all official evaluation metrics, including a detailed plan on how to improve each score to the next level and a stretch goal on how to reach the maximum level possible
  • Based on your performance, we jointly work on a preparation plan and discuss the most effective exercises and homework you can do on your own to work on focus areas and improve quickly
  • Before we end the session, I want to make sure that all your questions are answered, you have all the tools you need, and you have a clear plan about how to move forward
  • After the session, you receive a 6-9 page Excel document that incorporates my detailed feedback and interviewer notes in written form, the scoring sheet of your performance, alternative math approaches, curated articles on your development needs, as well as access to my curated drills courses for structuring, charts, and math with more than 2,100 practice questions, and almost 1,000 practice cases
  • After the first session, I connect you with my client network to practice high-quality cases with high-quality case partners

Outcome: You know where you stand, you know how to ace every element of a case, and you have a clear roadmap and all practice materials required to move forward

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(EXAMPLE) SESSION 2: Growth

Objective: Build on the correct case habits to demonstrate the excellence of your thinking.

  • We follow up on our last session to discuss your questions that came up since then
  • We simulate another real Case Interview using a different and creative real top-tier case, following official interviewer guidelines
  • The case is selected based on your initial case performance and comes with new twists and turns
  • Every case we go through covers different tricks and techniques so that after the program you have seen the most typical MBB interviewer tricks and know how to deal with them
  • I provide feedback on your performance based on the real MBB evaluation metrics
  • Comparing your performance with the best practice approach and answers and identifying the most effective levers, I show you how to improve across all areas to go from development need to a good performance and from a good performance to a distinctive performance
  • I compare and track your improvement to the first session across each of the questions and each skill lever
  • We discuss what has been most effective for you to improve and identify new and existing areas to focus on, jointly adjusting your preparation plan and discussing the most effective exercises and homework
  • Before we end the session, I want to make sure that all your questions are answered, you have all the tools you need to work on your own, and you have a clear plan about how to move forward
  • You receive a 2-4 page Excel document that incorporates my detailed feedback and interviewer notes in written form again
  • In each session, we address common mistakes that more than 80% of candidates make to show you the typical failure patterns to avoid

Outcome: You know varied MBB interviewer tricks and ways to avoid mistakes, while at the same time, you start displaying performance spikes.

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(EXAMPLE) SESSION 3: Finetuning, focus areas or different case format

Objective: Cement the right habits and deal with unexpected challenges.

  • We follow up on our last session to discuss your questions that came up since then
  • We either work on a new case or on focused drills in performance areas where you are lagging the most
  • Alternatively, we can also work on a different case format (e.g., market sizing, brainteaser, candidate-led or interviewer-led, etc) to demonstrate the similarities and differences
  • I provide feedback on your performance based on the real MBB evaluation metrics
  • Comparing your performance with the best practice approach and answers and identifying the most effective levers, I show you how to improve across all areas to go from a good performance to a distinctive performance
  • I compare and track your improvement to the first session across each of the questions and each skill lever
  • We discuss what has been most effective for you to improve and identify new and existing areas to focus on, jointly adjusting your preparation plan and discussing the most effective exercises and homework
  • Before we end the session, I want to make sure that all your questions are answered, you have all the tools you need to work on your own, and you have a clear plan about how to move forward
  • You receive a 2-4 page Excel document that incorporates my detailed feedback and interviewer notes in written form again

Outcome: You are bulletproof in your approach and communication, regardless of the challenge the interviewer throws at you.

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(EXAMPLE) SESSION 4: PEI/Fit Mastery

Objective: Craft and communicate the perfect fit and PEI stories.

  • We follow up on our last session to discuss your questions that came up since then
  • For McKinsey: You need to prepare three stories, one for each dimension (Inclusive Leadership, Personal Impact, and depending on the office either Entrepreneurial Drive or Courageous Change) based on my guidelines and the videos of the McKinsey Interview Academy that I shared at the beginning of the program. We then simulate the real PEI interview, starting with your first story, discussing potential starting questions and probing questions, following the real interviewer guidelines. After every story, we discuss detailed feedback to improve your structure, content, and delivery to make sure you hit all points on the interviewers’ scorecards. We repeat the process with your other two stories. You receive a 3-page PEI template that you can use for every PEI story going forward with a focus on content, structure, and communication. You leave this session with three polished PEI stories that you can use as templates for your other stories
  • For other firms: We simulate a real fit interview with more general fit questions (tailored to each firm). I have a repertoire of 150+ different fit questions and strong sample answers that will prepare you for any given challenge. The focus here is on the content, communication, and structure of your answers.
  • Before we end the session, I want to make sure that all your questions are answered, you have all the tools you need to work on your own, and you have a clear plan about how to move forward
  • You receive a 3-5 page Excel document that incorporates my detailed feedback and interviewer notes in written form again

Outcome: You know how to select the right content as well as structure and communicate the perfect fit answers to stand out from the crowd and keep your interviewers interested.

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(EXAMPLE) SESSION 5: Final case rehearsal or full-mock interview or focused drills

Objective: Polish your performance and create the interview game plan.

  • We follow up on our last session to discuss your questions that came up since then
  • We either work on a new case or run a real mock interview with Fit and Case or focus on drills in performance areas where you are lagging the most
  • For the mock interview, we run a real end-to-end interview situation including the icebreaker questions, one fit/PEI interview, one case interview, and finally your questions to ask the interviewer at the end
  • We discuss a winning interview mindset, the dress code, and any other practical advice that should help you get the last 5% of performance out on your big interview day
  • Before we end the session, I want to make sure that all your questions are answered, you feel fully ready for the upcoming interviews, and have a clear plan about what to do the last few hours or days before the interviews
  • You receive a detailed Excel document that incorporates my detailed feedback and interviewer notes in written form again

Outcome: You are fully ready, confident, and competent to tackle multiple top-tier MBB interview rounds to get the offer.

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This is just a sample of how the process can unfold. The final course curriculum is always created jointly and individually with each of my clients to meet their needs.

If you have questions about the program, please do not hesitate to contact me directly with your questions or wish to schedule a free introduction call.

 

Let's work together on your offers!

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February 26, 2021 by Anonymous

Florian is an absolute wizard at getting candidates ready for MBB and other top firms. He completely transformed how I approach cases and by the 2nd/3rd session, there was no case where I felt uncomfortable tackling.

Sessions with Florian are amazing for so many reasons:
1. He is extremely attentive and gives you very detailed and highly actionable feedback based on real evaluation criteria in the form of a multi-page Google Sheet. It's always super helpful going through the feedback sheet after our sessions to really internalise his feedback. The sheet even contains examples of how you should approach the exact math questions in the case as well as links to a throve of resources which you can use to practice for free.

2. His coaching is focused on building up the right habits so that you come across as confident and always in control of the case, regardless of what is asked. It will take multiple sessions with peers to truly internalise these habits, but it will undoubtedly be worth it! I have improved tremendously between sessions and now feel comfortable with whatever challenge interviewers throw at me.

3. The cases Florian uses are very well-designed. Having been through MBB interviews now, I can see how close they are to the real thing. They are quite difficult and contain many traps and nuances, which is extremely beneficial as you will make mistakes and learn how to avoid them in the future.

4. Florian goes above and beyond to help you succeed. He regularly spends additional time with me to make sure I knew exactly how I performed and what I could do better. In fact, 3 of our sessions extended up to an extra 30 minutes. Furthermore, he's always one message/email away outside of sessions whenever you have any questions or doubts. His replies have always been very detailed/insightful (I remember asking him a frameworking question and he replied with a super detailed 300-word email!), and you can tell he really cares.

5. The materials he created (drills, guides, and his book) are the BEST in the industry and will help turbo charge your prep outside of your sessions with him. The materials are the closest to MBB-quality I have seen and have really helped me internalise the habits taught/learn new nuances.

6. Florian connects you with his network of mentees after your session for highly-effective preparation. One of the main pain points of prepping for top firms is that more often than not, the candidates you meet are unprepared or do not know what good looks like. With Florian's network, you can be sure you are casing with prepared candidates who have been trained by the best in the business.

Overall, booking sessions with Florian are 100% worth it. Regardless of where you are in your casing journey or what firm you are targeting, learning from Florian is transformational!

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May 18, 2021 by Sophia

I got an offer!!! Florian has been really helpful for this achievement. He explains in detail each part of the case and tells you what you have to improve and some ideas of how you can do it. I recommend Florian to anyone who wants someone to rock their interview

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April 08, 2022 by Will

Update: I got the offer and can definitely attribute my success to Florian's coaching. All the below still stands true, and I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking to break into MBB.

I'm still going through the interview process so I can't speak to end results yet, but after having gone through the McKinsey Rocket program with Florian, I successfully passed my first round.

I can categorize Florian's coaching into 3 key areas:

1. Case Prep
Florian is really a natural teacher. I've heard from people in business school that they had to do 50+ cases to become comfortable before their case interviews. I did 4 sessions with Florian, having never done a case before, and came away probably 95% prepared. I learned the foundation, things to focus on, and a bunch of tricks to lookout for. Florian gives very robust cases that are also different so you can cover a lot in 4 cases. Getting 95% prepared from just 4 is incredible efficiency especially for those who don't have an entire school consulting club network to help prepare.

2. PEI Prep
In addition he helps prep for the PEI which is a commonly overlooked part of the interview process. He provides a lot of insight into it and what you need to do to be successful. This is super helpful as most people only focus on the casing and there are limited online resources for PEI prep.

3. Investment in each candidate
And lastly I could tell Florian treats his coaching not just as a business but as a true commitment to each candidate. He genuinely cares about his clients' success. He was constantly checking in to see how my prep was going and even offering his time to review questions or documents I had free of charge outside of sessions. He is very patient and doesn't hard cut sessions at an hour but rather when he feels that everything has been covered.

I can't recommend Florian enough and everyone who is preparing for McKinsey should definitely give him a shot. It's well worth it.

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