Apr 24

S23E4: How Experienced Hires Break Into MBB: A Proven 4-Step System

Send us Fan MailLaura Ackermann once worked with a hospital executive in his 50s – years of running a mid-sized US hospital – who wanted to apply for McKinsey's Associate position.She was outraged.Not at him – at how common the pattern is. Experienced hires undervalue what they'v ... Show More

59m 30s

Apr 22

S23E3: Bain's Up or Out Culture – What They Tell You (And What They Don't) | Consulting Unpacked

Send us Fan MailBain told Jenny Rae on day 1 she'd be pushed out if she didn't perform. What they conveniently left out: almost everybody meets the bar.Up or out isn't the brutal filter most people fear. In the early years, it's a deliberate scare tactic. The real pressure comes ... Show More

9m 48s

Apr 17

S23E2: McKinsey Market Entry Case: Why the Right Answer Wasn't Enough

Send us Fan MailKunal ran the numbers. Modern pizza wins on absolute profit and payback period.Then he flagged it: you're projecting nearly 200 pizzas a day for a restaurant that hasn't opened yet. That's the instinct that separates good from great.This is a full McKinsey case in ... Show More

46m 30s

Sep 2025

813: What is to be a management consultant (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)

For this episode, let's revisit a Case Interview & Management Consulting classic where we discuss the responsibilities of a management consultant, how they should act and how they manage certain kinds of situations. We also cover the type of jobs that management consultants do an ... Show More

18m 13s

Sep 2024

I’m Here for a Reason

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we talk about navigating self-doubt as an “only”. My guest this week, Carrie Driscoll, is the co-founder of Reef Consulting. Here she shares her career journey from winning a college scholarship as the only female in compu ... Show More

33m 15s

Sep 2025

811: Look at long term (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)

How do you decide on which firm you want to join? For this episode, let's revisit a Case Interview & Management Consulting classic where we discuss the decision-making criteria for choosing a firm, the three levels of consultant, and the impact of learning from a senior partner i ... Show More

14m 24s

Oct 2025

818: Exit opportunities (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)

For this episode, let's revisit a Case Interview & Management Consulting classic where we spoke about the reality of exit opportunities in management consulting. Here are some free gifts for you: Overall Approach Used in Well-Managed Strategy Studies free download: www.firmsconsu ... Show More

15m 34s

Sep 2024

274: Navigating the PMO Journey: Insights from an Experienced CEO

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hi, IMPACT Driver! If you’ve ever wondered how executives really think about project management and strategy, you’re in for a treat. 🎙️In this special ... Show More

48m 16s

Apr 2025

769: What is to be a management consultant (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)

For this episode, let's revisit a Case Interview & Management Consulting classic where we discuss the responsibilities of a management consultant, how they should act and how they manage certain kinds of situations. We also cover the type of jobs that management consultants do an ... Show More

18m 13s

Dec 2023

Ep. 5 Building Dream Teams: recruitment secrets for career advancement

Curious about recruitment at Revolut and leadership tips to motivate a growing team? Yasin Bostanci, an Operating Partner in the CEO’s office and Head of Recruitment at Revolut, sits down with host Alex Carril. In this episode, they discuss managing a team which is dedi ... Show More

24m 43s

Oct 2025

822: The importance of communication (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)

For this episode, let's revisit a Case Interview & Management Consulting classic where we discussed why communication is the most critical skill that a consultant must possess and how to effectively communicate in a logical and structured way. Here are some free gifts for you: Ov ... Show More

18m 6s

Feb 2019

344: Consulting Interview Questions. What advantage PhD students have over MBAs and undergrads?

"Consulting Interview Questions: What advantage PhD students have over MBAs and undergrads?" is episode #344 of our Case Interviews & Management Consulting iTunes channel, ranked top 5-10 in many countries worldwide for careers. KEEP IN TOUCH: Instagram / Facebook / Twitter / Lin ... Show More

20m 8s

May 2024

13: How should Corporate Venturing & Innovation Leaders interact with and involve C-level when it comes to innovation and startup collaborations?

Recently, Antwerp Management School published a new study about measuring and reporting on corporate innovation, as well as balancing the relationships with C-Level.During this podcast, Elise Carton (PwC) and Robin De Cock (AMS) explore best practices and lessons learned on findi ... Show More

22m 18s

S16E17: Work-Life Balance in Consulting:...