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The Strategy Skills Podcast: Strategy | Leadership | Critical Thinking | Problem-Solving

512: How to Build Consulting Storyboards in 3 Weeks (This is How McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Deloitte Do It)

Dec 25, 2024
11:49

In this episode, we dive into the art and science of creating consulting storyboards early in a strategy study. We'll address a thoughtful question from Henry, a subscriber, about how consultants at firms like McKinsey, etc. can prepare storyboards so quickly without pre-determined answers.

 

You'll learn:

- Why starting with the objective function is key.  - How decision trees, hypotheses, and targeted analyses guide our approach.  - Common mistakes in communication and how to avoid them. 

 

If you're ready to sharpen your consulting skills, get three exclusive gifts:

Nine Leaders in Action eBook: https://specialoffers.firmsconsulting.com/gift

McKinsey & BCG Winning Resume: https://firmsconsulting.com/resumepdf

Well-Managed Strategy Study Guide: https://firmsconsulting.com/overallapproach

 

Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/-BbNqxtryHQ?si=XuAEOuzbjh2pIjXV

 

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