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Send us a textWhat separates candidates who crush their case interviews from those who fall short?Former Bain consultant Jenny Rae Le Roux reveals the #1 habit that top performers share – and it’s not about frameworks or math. If you’re preparing for McKinsey, BCG, Bain, or any consulting interview, this is the mindset shift that changes everything.Additional Resources:Work 1:1 with an MBB coach through our Black Belt program for personalized prep that gets you from practice to offerPartner Links:Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 2025Connect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Send us a textIn this Bain case interview, ex-Bain consultant and coach Juliane Hoss walks through a profitability case on franchising small gyms. Listen as she guides a candidate through structuring, quant, and communication – and hear expert coaching along the way on how to think (and sound) like a Bain consultant.Learn how to:Clarify objectives and criteria of success earlyPrioritize profit levers with confidenceCommunicate like a top-tier consultantWhether you’re gearing up for final rounds or just starting your prep, this case will help you turn practice into offers.Work with Juliane:See Juliane's coaching calendarPurchase the Black Belt case prep program for 1:1 coaching with Juliane (8-10 hours)Connect on LinkedInAdditional Resources:Subscribe on YouTube for more live casesPartner Links:Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 2025Making Good: Small Business Marketing PodcastMaking Good helps you do better marketing so you can make a bigger impact. If you’re...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifyConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Send us a textNamaan and Jenny Rae break down PayPal’s new integration with ChatGPT and what it means for e commerce.They cover how checkout could live inside AI, who wins and loses across retailers and suppliers, and why PayPal’s first dividend signals a new chapter.They also map OpenAI’s business model today. Subscriptions. Enterprise licensing. Future transaction fees. Possible ads. What shifts when 800 million people use ChatGPT weekly.Partner Links:Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 2025 Chapters03:24 The E-commerce Landscape and PayPal's Role06:25 Disruption in Retail and Customer Relationships09:11 PayPal's Business Model and Market Reaction12:15 Implications of PayPal's Dividend Announcement15:05 OpenAI's Business Model and Revenue Streams17:57 Future of E-commerce with ChatGPT21:54 Ethical Considerations and User TrustMaking Good: Small Business Marketing PodcastMaking Good helps you do better marketing so you can make a bigger impact. If you’re...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifyConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Send us a textJenny Rae was told she had the *worst case interview ever.* Her McKinsey mock interview was a total disaster. The feedback from her friend at McKinsey? Cancel the real interview or prepare harder than ever.In this episode, Jenny Rae shares how she went from bombing that mock to becoming Bain’s #1 recruit on the East Coast. You’ll hear the exact prep strategy she used, the case interview mistakes that almost cost her everything, and how she turned it all around.Additional Resources:Join the Black Belt program for the same playbook Jenny Rae used, now used by 15,000+ candidatesGet our best case interview prep resources, from deep dives to free guides and practice material Partner Links:Learn more about NordStellar's Threat Exposure Management Program; unlock 20% off with code BLACKFRIDAY20 until Dec. 10, 2025Connect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Send us a textUPS posted a surprise beat and a bold turnaround. Jenny Rae and Namaan break down where the 34,000+ cuts land, why Amazon volume fell 21 percent, and how route consolidation, asset light moves, and small business focus could reshape holiday shipping. We also cover tariffs and the de minimis change, plus why supply chain consulting is set to boom.Chapters02:58 Understanding UPS's Business Model and Challenges05:57 UPS's Turnaround Strategy and Job Cuts09:01 Financial Performance and Market Positioning11:56 AI's Role in UPS's Restructuring15:29 Customer Experience and Market Dynamics19:56 Exploring Growth Opportunities for UPS24:43 Revenue Growth Strategies Beyond Amazon30:06 Asset-Light Business Model and Consulting Potential34:11 Navigating Compliance and International Revenue ChallengesMaking Good: Small Business Marketing PodcastMaking Good helps you do better marketing so you can make a bigger impact. If you’re...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifyConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Send us a textInterviews coming up? This episode is your shortcut to consulting interview success.3 Management Consulted case coaches – Ish Mawla (BCG), Mark Di Giorgio (McKinsey), and Tobe Ofili (Bain) – join forces to share their best insider advice on how to fix common case interview mistakes and avoid sabotaging your prep.They reveal how to:Build structures that flex beyond memorized frameworksImprove fast, accurate mental mathBalance behavioral and case prep effectivelyHandle nerves and recover when you’re stumpedIdentify and close your personal skill gapsIf you’re ready to move from “stuck” to “offer,” this is the conversation you’ve been waiting for.Additional Resources:Book a 1:1 case interview coaching session with an MBB expert Access case and math drills inside your Management Consulted accountSubscribe to Management Consulted on YouTube for weekly videos on case prep, resumes, and recruiting insightsExplore the Black Belt case prep program for guided, start-to-offer prepMaking Good: Small Business Marketing PodcastMaking Good helps you do better marketing so you can make a bigger impact. If you’re...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifyConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Send us a textStep inside the 2025 Consulting Change Maker Awards, where we spotlight the consultants redefining impact in today’s industry. This high-energy ceremony features leaders from Portage Point Partners, Clarkston Consulting, FTI Consulting, and more – trailblazers transforming teams, clients, and firm cultures.Whether you’re leading a team, mentoring others, or mapping your next career move, this episode will inspire you to think bigger about what’s possible.Additional Resources:Connect with the 2025 Change Maker Award winnersElevate your team’s executive storytelling with presentation training from Management ConsultedLearn how Management Consulted partners with firms to attract top talentMaking Good: Small Business Marketing PodcastMaking Good helps you do better marketing so you can make a bigger impact. If you’re...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifyConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Send us a textPokémon and Taylor Swift trading cards are making a billion-dollar comeback, and Target and Walmart are cashing in. Jenny Rae and Namaan break down what this craze says about retail strategy, consumer behavior, and the strength of the U.S. shopper heading into the holidays.Links MentionedPokémon, sports trading card boom boosts Target, Walmart ahead of holiday season (CNBC)Labubu Dolls and the Business of Scarcity (previous episode)GM stock soars 15% as automaker raises guidance, beats Q3 earnings (CNBC)Coca-Cola tops earnings and revenue estimates but says demand for drinks is still soft (CNBC)Chapters02:56 Retail Strategies and Consumer Behavior06:05 Market Dynamics and Revenue Insights08:52 Consumer Trends and Holiday Shopping13:10 Data Utilization in Retail16:04 The Future of Collectibles and Retail Innovation18:30 Analyst Expectations vs Retail Reality21:00 Understanding Category Growth and Market Share26:01 The Consumer Is Still Strong and Spending29:05 New Business Ideas from Retail Data and Consumer BehaviorMaking Good: Small Business Marketing PodcastMaking Good helps you do better marketing so you can make a bigger impact. If you’re...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifyConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Send us a textNestlé just announced 16,000 job cuts, one of the largest in modern CPG history.Jenny Rae and Namaan break down what this massive restructuring says about the company’s new strategy, how it mirrors the playbooks of Kraft Heinz and Hershey, and what it reveals about the future of global consumer brands.They unpack how Nestlé defines “winning,” why the market rewarded layoffs, and what every business leader can learn about growth, portfolio management, and decision-making under pressure.Links mentioned in the episode:Nestle to cut 16,000 jobs as new CEO ignites 'turnaround fire' (Reuters)Nestle earningsNestle portfolio of brandsKraft-Heinz breakup signals the end of scale at all costs (previous episode)Chapters06:26 Understanding the Layoffs08:50 Metrics for Winning in Business11:04 Strategic Cash Deployment13:09 Job Cuts and Sales Growth14:22 The Reality Behind Spending Trends17:03 Navigating Consumer Confidence21:23 Analyzing Nestle's Growth Beyond the Headlines25:20 Where Will the Capital Go?27:12 Lessons from Nestle's Business ModelMaking Good: Small Business Marketing PodcastMaking Good helps you do better marketing so you can make a bigger impact. If you’re...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifyConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

Send us a textTauseef spent a decade at BCG, rising to Principal and leading AI transformation and go-to-market strategy projects across the globe. In this convo, he breaks down exactly how to stand out in today’s competitive recruiting landscape.You’ll learn:How Tauseef secured offers from BCG, McKinsey, and moreWhat separates candidates who land offers from those who don’tThe X factor that will make you unforgettable in interviewsHow to design your consulting experience once you’re in the firmTauseef also shares how networking helped him shape his entire BCG career – including how he had his pick of projects for four straight years.Whether you’re preparing for interviews, trying to land a referral, or curious about what life inside MBB is really like, this episode is packed with insights from someone who’s lived it all.Additional Resources:Work directly with Tauseef on case and behavioral prepJoin Black Belt for structured prep that covers networking, resumes, and interviewsBook a free 15-minute call with Katie for personalized guidance on which program fits you bestPractice live cases on YouTubeChapters:01:22 – Meet Tauseef Charanya (Ex-BCG Principal)02:57 – From PhD to BCG: Tauseef’s Journey05:50 – The X Factor: How to Stand Out in Recruiting12:00 – Inside the Case Coaching Process16:04 – Beyond the Case: Mastering Behavioral Interviews21:00 – Inside BCG and Beyond33:44 – Myths, Mindsets, and Lessons from 10 Years at BCG36:18 – Travel, Pizza, and Life Making Good: Small Business Marketing PodcastMaking Good helps you do better marketing so you can make a bigger impact. If you’re...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifyConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.