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S12E23: McKinsey Without a Business Degree? It's Possible - Omar's Story
Jan 10, 2024
Omar, a consultant at McKinsey with a non-traditional background, shares his inspiring journey to strategy consulting. He discusses overcoming roadblocks in case interviews, the process of a super day interview, and the impact-driven nature of the work. He also recommends Black Mirror and mentions the Black Belt program.
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Quick takeaways
- Breaking into McKinsey without a business or consulting background is possible by reframing one's story as a problem solver.
- Utilizing free resources on YouTube for case interview preparation and adapting traditional frameworks for non-traditional cases can increase success in McKinsey interviews.
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Omar's Journey into McKinsey
Omar, a member of the content team and future McKinsey business analyst, shares his story of breaking into McKinsey without a business or consulting background. Despite changing majors multiple times during undergrad, Omar reframed his story as a problem solver, which ultimately led to the McKinsey offer. The podcast episode provides insights into case interviews, behavioral interviews, and the importance of being passionate about your experiences.
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