Apr 2024

When going "safe" is not safe at all

This clip is an excerpt from episode 09. A new revolution in the case interview prep space, where we discuss how new technologies have revolutionized several competitive landscapes, how this is happening right now in consulting case interviews, and how you can surf the wave of th ... Show More

10m 23s

Apr 2024

The problem with case interview books according to former McKinsey AP

This clip is an excerpt of episode 20, where Bruno and Julio interview Nicolas Constantinesco, former McKinsey AP, about his career in McKinsey, his experience helping shape universities curricula to better develop students' problem-solving skills, and his opinion on how to ... Show More

8m 24s

Apr 2024

The first step in learning case interviews

This clip is an excerpt of episode 19. How to learn how to solve any case (in six steps) [Part 2 of How to learn complex skills (5 principles)], where Bruno brings out a six-step system to effectively learn how to solve any case. -------------------------------If you're look ... Show More

15m 4s

May 2024

673: Difference between learning and practicing (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)

99% of clients misunderstand learning and practicing. At its essence, you cannot practice McKinsey cases until you learn McKinsey cases. Most candidates start of their case interview preparation by reaching out to colleagues and consultants to practice cases, not having gone thro ... Show More

10m 38s

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

Oct 2021

S5E5: Mock Case Interview: Unstructured Case

Send a textLast 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 listening ... Show More

51m 5s

Jul 2021

S4E13: The Ultimate Guide to Case Interviews

Send a textIf 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 game on? ... Show More

19m 2s

Oct 2021

What do you do at your current job?

Interviewers want to assess how well your most recent professional experience aligns with what is expected from you in the role you applied for. In this episode, I show you a simple, 5-step approach to help you focus on the right things when talking about what you do at your curr ... Show More

4m 52s

Jan 2024

648: Structure fails at 60% McKinsey cases (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)

At least 90% of aspiring management consultants assume that all McKinsey et al cases MUST be solved with frameworks. That is a dangerous myth. At least 60% of all McKinsey full cases (we are not referring to brainstorming, estimates, etc) cannot be solved with structures and you ... Show More

11m 40s

Jun 2022

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

Send a textBrainstorming 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 LinksJ ... Show More

16m 41s

Dec 2020

What skills would you bring to the job?

This episode includes a five-step approach to acing questions about your skills and qualifications. It is crucial to promote those skills that provide most value to the employer and to mitigate potential concerns in case there are any competences that are demanded but that you cu ... Show More

5m 44s

Jun 2024

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

Send a textGetting 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 prepared ... Show More

10m 46s

Apr 2022

S6E25: Case Presentation Interviews

Send a textJust 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 skills i ... Show More

17m 57s

The ONE thing you're probably doing wron...