Mar 2025

Disney-movie relationships = Case in Point case interviews

This clip is an excerpt of episode 13. The Case in Point Curse, where we talk about the negative consequences of reading Case in Point, why they happen, and how to get rid of the Case in Point curse if you have it.-------------------------------If you're looking to improve your c ... Show More

9m 47s

Jun 2024

Bain interviewer puts Julio against the wall

This clip is an excerpt of episode 16. 5 Buzzwords to avoid in your case interviews, where we talk about 5 buzzwords that candidates use that instantly turn interviewers off, why they have this effect, and what you should do instead (to really impress your interviewer).---------- ... Show More

8m 53s

Jun 2024

Three tips to improve your "so what"

This clip is an excerpt of episode 15. The #1 mistake good candidates make in analytical questions, where we talk about the #1 mistake in analytical question that even the best candidates out there make, why it's such a big mistake, and exactly what you should do to avoid it.---- ... Show More

9m 31s

Mar 2023

558: Why you need case interview structures (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)

For this episode, let's revisit a Case Interview & Management Consulting classic where we discuss why you need case interview structures. Despite the words "framework" and "structure" used so often, most candidates cannot explain what it is and why it is used. Unless you know the ... Show More

11m 18s

Oct 2021

S5E5: Mock Case Interview: Unstructured Case

Send us Fan MailLast week, we gave an overview of unstructured case interviews. Typically seen in a final round and given by a Principal or Partner, these interviews are often an unexpected curveball for candidates. Make sure you're prepared for these types of interviews by liste ... Show More

50m 28s

Jul 2021

S4E13: The Ultimate Guide to Case Interviews

Send us Fan MailIf you are looking for an ultimate case interview guide... you found it. From answering the question of "What is a case interview?" to explaining how to prepare for the case to how to create frameworks, this episode has it all. Ready to get your case interview gam ... Show More

19m 1s

Jan 2013

112: Why You Need Case Interview Structures

Despite the words "framework" and "structure" used so often, most candidates cannot explain what it is and why it is used. Unless you know the latter, you tend to misuse the framework and incorrectly use it in a case. This podcast presents the need for case structures from the vi ... Show More

11m 19s

Jun 2024

S14E9: The 5 most common case interview questions you need to know

Send us Fan MailGetting a grasp on the most common case interview questions is fundamental to setting yourself up for success in the interview process, whether you’re interviewing at McKinsey, Capital One, or Amazon.Today, we’ll cover the 5 most common questions you should be pre ... Show More

10m 46s

Jul 2021

S4E14: Do Your Case Interview Frameworks Need to be Creative?

Send us Fan MailDo case frameworks have to be boring? How do you make frameworks creative? Do they even need to be creative? If you've ever asked yourself these questions, this episode will change how you approach case structures. Listen now!LinksManagement Consulted Workshops fo ... Show More

8m 16s

Jun 2022

S7E15: Getting Creative with Case Interview Brainstorming Questions (4/5)

Send us Fan MailBrainstorming questions in a case interview are an opportunity for you to showcase creativity, business acumen, and structure. Today, Stephanie shares how to structure your approach to brainstorming questions. Ready to crush your interviews? Listen up!Additional L ... Show More

16m 41s

Aug 2012

90: Never Start Training with McKinsey Cases

This is a mistake common to most case interview candidates. They start with the McKinsey approach. This is a very, very bad idea. McKinsey cases are those were the interviewer leads the case. If you are only trained to do cases in this format, you will never learn how to lead a c ... Show More

14m 59s

Sep 2021

S4E27: 4 Week Case Interview Prep Plan

Send us Fan MailWhile we recommend allotting 3-6 months for case interview prep, if you don't have the luxury of time, it is possible to get ready in just weeks. In this short but sweet episode, we outline a prep plan to help you get case interview-ready in 4 weeks or less.Follow ... Show More

4m 8s

Apr 2022

S6E25: Case Presentation Interviews

Send us Fan MailJust got a notice that you'll face a case presentation interview (sometimes known as a written case interview)? You're in luck. In this episode, Stephanie covers everything you need to know about the presentation case interview, including:What it is (0:26)What ski ... Show More

17m 57s

THE framework for your case interview pr...