Jul 20
871: Myth of the Technology Strategy Study (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)
Readers in other sectors like financial services, energy, retail, automotive etc., make a massive mistake when looking at the technology strategy study training we have up on the site. They assume that the study will not train them about corporate strategy since it is about corpo ... Show More
5m 13s
Sep 2021
Tell me about a time you successfully demonstrated your analytical skills
If answered the right way, the question, "Tell me about a time you successfully demonstrated your analytical skills” is an excellent opportunity to show the interviewer that your analytical skills enable you to deliver outstanding business results. During this episode, I share a ... Show More
5m 59s
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
Apr 2023
Say Goodbye to Perfection: How the Right Routines and Better Boundaries Create Balance, Freedom and Flexibility
On this episode of the It's About Time Podcast, I sit down with one of my coaching clients, Louisiana-based artist Mary Catherine Dunphy. We talk about the struggles of going from employee to entrepreneur, managing new schedules and expectations, and how to honor and respect your ... Show More
43m 27s
The first podcast discusses a common challenge new consultants face: how to show strong analytic skills on an engagement. Here I discuss one of my earlier engagements as a principal where I managed a very introverted lawyer. Despite her non-quantitative degree, reserved demeanor and being placed on a piece of work which was not, at first, open to much creati ... Show More
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For this episode, let's revisit a Strategy Skills classic where we explain what it means to be a conceptual thinker and how to demonstrate this skill.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you work at any major consulting firm – and e ... Show More