Strategy Simplified S8E21: Why Networking is Crucial in Consulting Recruiting - with Incoming BCG Associate Taylor Robertson
Today we're bringing you another consulting underdog story. This time, we chat with Taylor Robertson, a non-target school candidate who went from not even knowing what strategy consulting was to receiving a BCG offer in 2 months. His story is a masterclass in what can happen when you pair smart strategy with dogged determination.
He shares the exact steps that led to him landing a coveted spot in one of the world's most prestigious companies, including:
- The networking masterplan that got Taylor interviews at top consulting firms (5:22)
- Advice for non-target candidates (20:50)
- How Taylor set himself apart in the case interview (28:15)
- The importance of casing with professional consultants (35:08)
- The exact prep resources he recommends (40:01)
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