The Strategy Skills Podcast: Strategy | Leadership | Critical Thinking | Problem-Solving 385: When should you not brand yourself ex McKinsey (Strategy Skills classics)
Oct 2, 2023
Explore the challenges faced by ex-consultants as they establish their own boutique consulting firms or join other firms. Learn about the implications of branding oneself as an ex-McKinsey consultant and strategies for leveraging past experience effectively. Discover the importance of establishing an independent reputation and focusing on the unique value your own firm can provide. Avoid the pitfalls of relying solely on past firm affiliations and learn how to build a successful consulting business based on present competence and problem-solving skills.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Implications of Branding Yourself as an Ex-McKinsey Consultant
02:31 • 3min
Establishing an Independent Reputation and Avoiding Reliance on Previous Firm Affiliations
05:42 • 1min
Building a Successful Consulting Business: The Pitfalls of Relying on Past Firm Experience
07:01 • 4min