Candidates sometimes prefer to be cautious and offer a solution earlier rather than waiting to fully flesh out the drivers and key issues in a case. The problem with this approach is that if you offer a solution before identifying the problem, it raises concerns to the interviewer about your thinking processes - how can you offer a solution before identifyin ... Show More
Jan 5
835: Anecdotes on Poor Networking Calls (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)
In this podcast we have listed some of the most common and most significant networking mistakes made by candidates. Since many of these have been made by clients, we have had an opportunity to discuss the mistakes, their motivations, the fall out and their response. Therefore, we ... Show More
17m 27s
Dec 29
834: Harsh Partners (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)
Being a young business analyst or associate on the receiving end of blunt and harsh feedback from a partner is a very jarring experience. However, it is also somewhat of a compliment. I never understand this very, very important point until my mentor, a senior partner, pointed th ... Show More
24m 58s
Jul 2021
Describe a difficult problem you solved
Since solving problems is part of almost all jobs, preparing an answer to the question, “Describe a difficult problem you solved” is well-invested time. In this episode, I will share a simple, five-step approach to help you formulate a convincing answer that demonstrates that you ... Show More
5m 48s
Aug 2023
PMP Exam Mindset - SCOPE Problem Solving
<p>The Scope Knowledge Area of the PMP exam covers the processes involved in defining, managing, and controlling the project's scope. This includes ensuring that the project includes all of the work that is required, and that no unnecessary work is included.</p>
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12m 6s
Aug 2023
PMP Exam Mindset - INTEGRATION Problem Solving
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<p>The Integration Knowledge Area of the PMP exam covers the processes involved in coordinating and managing the overall project. This includes ensuring that the project's scope, schedule, budget, and quality are aligned, and that changes to the project are managed e ... Show More
13m 17s