Case Interview Preparation & Management Consulting | Strategy | Critical Thinking 777: The importance of communication (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)
6 snips
May 5, 2025 Explore the pivotal role of communication in consulting, where it often outweighs technical skills. Learn how structured speech signals expertise and instills confidence. Discover the nuances of screening calls that test conversational adeptness, alongside practical exercises to enhance communication. The podcast emphasizes the importance of being clear, concise, and connecting beyond words to build strong narratives. Dive into the essential strategies that make communication a consultant's superpower!
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Communication Is The Ultimate Filter
- Communication skill is the primary filter firms use during screening calls.
- It signals whether you can hold a logical, structured conversation and appear like a peer to clients.
Practice Structured Conversation With Familiar Topics
- Practice speaking about topics you know until you can explain strategy and implications clearly.
- Use simple prompts (favorite team, article read) and then extend to 'what if' scenarios to show structured thinking.
Grades Don’t Replace Demonstrated Competency
- Technical case skills matter far less in initial evaluation than communication.
- Demonstrated competency in communicating is what convinces clients and interviewers, not grades or test scores.