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In today's can't-miss conversation, we chat with former McKinsey Engagement Manager Rick Wilmot. Rick shares a wealth of insights applicable to anyone pursuing a role in management consulting, including:
How McKinsey evaluates candidatesKey mistakes to avoid for office selection (and why he is against side-dooring)The importance of compelling fit interview storiesTactical networking tipsRick's approach to helping candidates ace McKinsey interviewsRick is a pro case coach and would love to guide you to your offer. More info below.
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In this segment of Business Breakdowns, Namaan Mian and Jenny Rae Le Roux dive into the genius behind Costco’s business model. From its razor-thin margins to its strategic membership fees, they explore what makes the warehouse giant an unstoppable force in retail.
Each leader shares the three key metrics they would prioritize if they were running the company—covering everything from customer retention and inventory turnover to revenue per square foot.
Whether you’re a business enthusiast, an aspiring consultant, or just curious about what keeps Costco thriving, this conversation is packed with actionable insights and behind-the-scenes strategies you don’t want to miss.Business Breakdowns drops on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. Loving it or have ideas to grow the segment?
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Olivia stumbled across consulting early in her undergrad journey, joined BCG's "Advance" program for sophomore women, and parlayed a summer internship into a full-time Associate offer.
The unconventional strategy she used to stand out in the recruitment processHow to show up confidently in case and fit interviewsThe mindset shift that transformed her networking approachTips for bouncing back from interview mistakes& much more
Sounds fairly standard - right?
But when you dig a little deeper, you'll realize that Olivia's journey into consulting was anything but standard - and carried a lot of hard-fought lessons.
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Today's conversation is with Ken Wilcox, the former CEO of Silicon Valley Bank.
Ken's new book The China Business Conundrum: Ensure That "Win-Win" Doesn't Mean Western Companies Lose Twice is out now.
In the conversation, Ken shares his experience of navigating the complex, untold realities of doing business in China.
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If you're preparing for a McKinsey case interview, this example is a must-listen.
The case - simulating a real McKinsey case interview - is led by Rick Wilmot, a former McKinsey Engagement Manager and Management Consulted case coach.
The case centers on a cinema chain that has experienced slowing profit growth and is looking for answers.
Follow along with a pencil and paper, working through the case as if you were in the candidate's seat, to sharpen your problem-solving skills and build confidence for upcoming interviews.
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In this segment of Business Breakdowns, we're tackling Nvidia - the company on one of the greatest winning streaks all all time.
But can it continue? Where might the company go wrong? What are potential pitfalls with the business model?
Listen in for how our team would think about Nvidia in a case interview or as an advisor or operator at the company.
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Will AI take down consulting? Or take consulting jobs?
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To answer these questions and more around the impact of AI on the consulting industry, we brought in AI experts from 4 top firms:Connect with the firms here.
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In this Business Breakdown, Jenny Rae Le Roux (MC CEO) and Namaan Mian (MC COO) dissect the Southwest Airlines Business Model - and how to fix it.
The Southwest Airlines business model (fixed cost or variable cost?)Key metrics for Southwest to pay attention toHot takes on what's next for Southwest
They'll share:Do you have a hot take we missed? We'd love to hear it - reach out today.
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Can you DIY case interview prep? Absolutely.
We’ve seen it done hundreds of times - sometimes really poorly, sometimes well.
Today, MC COO Namaan shares our DIY case prep plan, the potential pitfalls of the DIY approach, and 1 incredible online resource to help take some stress out of the process.
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A fantastic way to test-drive the consulting experience to confirm if it's right for you is through joining or designing a virtual consulting project.
In today's episode, we break down what the Strategy Sprint consulting project is all about AND share a 5-part framework for designing your own consulting project.
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BCG has one of the most difficult interviews in the world.
Not to fear, our team has been helping candidates prep for and ace BCG interviews for over 15 years and knows what it takes to impress.
In this episode, Jenny Rae today breaks down the 8 most common BCG interview questions to prepare for AND how to answer them.
Listen to the end where we answer your Fan Mail questions.
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This episode features Juliane Hoss, a psychologist-turned-Bain consultant, and now, a case coach at Management Consulted.
What MBB interviewers are really testing you onHow to be confident instead of anxious in case interviewsHow she builds confidence through 1:1 coaching& more
Juliane shares her journey from psychology to consulting, demonstrating that even the most untraditional backgrounds don't have to be a barrier to breaking into management consulting. Juliane also shares:Connect with Juliane
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In this episode, we uncover what makes McKinsey interview questions different - and more challenging - than interview questions at any other consulting firm.
We break down the notorious Personal Experience Interview (PEI) to reveal what McKinsey is really looking for in your responses and how to craft compelling answers that showcase your merits across 5 key core values.
This episode is packed with tips to help you confidently tackle McKinsey’s toughest interview questions and stand out.
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Welcome to Business Breakdowns where we break down real-world businesses that are in the news.
Today, we're talking about Starbucks - a company that's been in the news seemingly every week.
Listen in as Namaan Mian and Jenny Rae Le Roux cover the Starbucks business model and the key metrics they would manage to as advisors or operators at Starbucks.
Let us know which company to cover next!
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Case interview math is HARD. Especially for "non-math" people.
3 types of case mathThe 4-step process to solve case math6 rules for case mathThe 2 most common case math mistakesAnd more
If that's you, this episode with Eli Gentle - former McKinsey Engagement Manager - is for you.
Eli breaks down:Need case math coaching or resources? See below!
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Do you struggle with identifying key problem drivers in a case interview?
In today's episode, Namaan Mian defines what key drivers are and 3 ways to consistently identify key problem drivers in a case interview so you can solve your cases and land the offer.
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Are you looking for answers on how to not be nervous for an interview? Whether you're facing a case interview, fit/behavioral interview, technical interview, or else - the process can be nerve-wracking.
In this episode, Jenny Rae shares 3 key tips for not only disguising your interview nerves but showing up confident and prepared to rock and roll.
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Paul Leinwand has over 2 decades of consulting experience and is a thought leader on strategy, growth, and capability building.
What strategy consulting isHow the nature of strategy consulting is shiftingKeys for a successful consulting careerWho Strategy& is through the lens of Paul’s experience
He's truly seen it all and joins our team for a candid convo on consulting trends - and much more:Questions on this episode or ideas for future episodes? Reach out to our team.
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