Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we provide a framework for answering the infamous "What is your greatest weakness?" question in a fit interview. Learn what interviewers are looking for - and what they don't want to hear - when they ask this question. Links Black Belt interview prep program: JOIN THE PROGRAM Case Formulas Intensive: GRAB YOUR SEAT 1:1 In ... Show More
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S25E2: Ex-Bain Consultant Coaches a Live Bain Case Interview, Step by Step
Send us Fan MailJuliane Hoss spent 3 years at Bain, and she’s interviewed plenty of candidates since. In this live Bain case interview, she coaches Abhirav after every step.The case: a UK healthcare consulting firm wants to double its revenue in 3 years. Abhirav, an engineer turn ... Show More
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Oct 21
S25E1: Mini Case Interviews at McKinsey, Bain, and BCG Explained
Send us Fan MailMini case interviews are often the first test you face at McKinsey, Bain, and BCG.And if you’ve heard them called market sizing questions, you’ve already met the most common version.But a mini case interview plays by different rules than a full case, and the inter ... Show More
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Feb 2012
59: Please elaborate on a weakness, sample answer
In this series of podcasts we look at each of the typical McKinsey/BCG FIT/PEI questions and provide a typical answer. Note, that while replicating this approach and standard will help you, we caution you that the main test of fit is in handling the cross-examination of your answ ... Show More
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Sep 2024
713: Please elaborate on a weakness, sample answer (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)
In this series of podcasts we look at each of the typical McKinsey/BCG FIT/PEI questions and provide a typical answer. Note, that while replicating this approach and standard will help you, we caution you that the main test of fit is in handling the cross-examination of your answ ... Show More
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May 2025
782: Sample answer to "Please elaborate on a weakness" (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)
In this series of podcasts, let's revisit a Case Interview & Management Consulting classic where we look at each of the typical McKinsey/BCG FIT/PEI questions and provide a typical answer. Note, that while replicating this approach and standard will help you, we caution you that ... Show More
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Jun 2021
Let’s chat… interview skills - S1:E4
Do you have a job interview coming up? Looking for some top tips? Listen to this episode to hear Recruitment Senior Manager, Andrew, offer his expert interview advice. Whether it’s in person or a video interview, we’ve got you covered. To learn more about careers at PwC visit: ht ... Show More
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