Strategy Simplified

Send us a textIn this episode, we're bringing you a fast-paced conversation with Michael Valocchi, SVP & Head of Cognizant Consulting and Americas Strategy. In it, we take a deep-dive into all things Cognizant Consulting, including:Type of work the firm performsIndustry and practice focuses How Cognizant Consulting works with clientsWhat sets the firm apart in the industryWho the firm is looking to hire& moreHeads up: Cognizant Consulting is hiring NOW. Interested after listening to this discussion? Click the link below to learn more and submit your application!Additional LinksLearn about careers at Cognizant Consulting: CAREERSFollow Cognizant Consulting on LinkedIn: LINKEDINThis episode is brought to you by Palm Tree.Real Talk About MarketingAn Acxiom podcast where we discuss marketing made better, bringing you real...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 textThis episode kicks off a 4-part series on preparing for fit/behavioral interviews. Today, Stephanie (ex-McKinsey) shares how to structure your answer to the classic "Walk Me Through Your Resume" question.Additional LinksBook a 1-hour session with an MBB coach to prepare for fit interviews: 1 HOURComprehensive interview prep (case/fit) program: BLACK BELTThis episode is brought to you by Palm Tree.Connect 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 textWant to see how Bain & Company conducts case interviews? Today is your lucky day.In this session, you’ll see how a former Bain consultant (Pranav) runs a case interview and how a top candidate (Taylor) who recently accepted a BCG offer:Builds and communicates a frameworkWorks through mental mathAnswers brainstorming questionsDrives to a strong final recommendationThis is a great example of an almost-perfect casing performance. Make sure to pull out your Notes app because there are myriad takeaways with this one. Additional LinksWork with Pranav via 1:1 case coaching: COACHINGPrepare for Bain interviews with our comprehensive interview prep program: BLACK BELTJoin our email list to be notified of future live sessions: JOINThis episode is brought to you by Palm Tree.Real Talk About MarketingAn Acxiom podcast where we discuss marketing made better, bringing you real...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 textIn this conversation, we speak with Maher, who leveraged his background as an entrepreneur from Lebanon and a Kenan-Flagler MBA into a role with top boutique consultancy ZS Associates.He shares how he prepped for his case interviews, the value of an MBA, what he's looking forward to at ZS, and more. Dig in!Additional LinksExplore 250+ consulting firms: FIRM DIRECTORYAce your case interviews by completing our Black Belt case prep program: BLACK BELTThis episode is brought to you by:Palm Tree - explore rolesL.E.K. Consulting - learn about open rolesReal Talk About MarketingAn Acxiom podcast where we discuss marketing made better, bringing you real...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 textWe've been hearing a lot about the work and culture at M&A advisory firm Palm Tree. Today, we're taking a step back to learn about the "secret sauce" that has made the firm so successful.Joining us are Co-founder/MD Dave Wolinsky and Chief of Staff Dieema Wheaton to share Palm Tree's core values and how they shape culture, recruiting, life, and more at the firm.If you picture yourself as a "Stay Frosty" type of person, reach out to the firm to inquire about current job opportunities - Palm Tree is always looking to bring talented people into its team.Additional LinksExplore careers at Palm Tree: CAREERSFollow Palm Tree on LinkedIn: FOLLOWThis episode is brought to you by:Palm Tree - explore rolesL.E.K. Consulting - learn about open rolesReal Talk About MarketingAn Acxiom podcast where we discuss marketing made better, bringing you real...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 textLooking for a practical, step-by-step case interview practice plan? Look no further.Today, Namaan shares MC's 5-part plan for becoming familiar with cases and developing proficiency. After 15 years experience helping thousands of candidates ace their case interviews, we are very confident in this plan. For tailored case prep advice, reach out to our team today. Additional LinksFree market sizing drills: DRILLSMC case scoring chart: CHART Ace your case interviews by completing our Black Belt case prep program: BLACK BELTThis episode is brought to you by:L.E.K. Consulting - learn about open rolesPalm Tree - explore rolesConnect 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 textOC&C Strategy Consultants is the fast-growing pure-play strategy house everyone is talking about. In this episode, we're talking with a former intern/current consultant (Lexa) and a current intern (Justin) to hear the inside scoop on life, work, and play at OC&C.What other firm flies its entire staff to Puerto Rico for a weekend of fun or to Portugal for a week of training and fun? That's OC&C for you.The firm - with 500+ consultants globally and 100 in the U.S. - is looking to add to its headcount. Learn more and apply today.Additional LinksLearn more about careers at OC&C: CLICK HERE  Follow OC&C on LinkedInThis episode is brought to you by:Palm Tree - explore rolesL.E.K. Consulting - learn about open rolesReal Talk About MarketingAn Acxiom podcast where we discuss marketing made better, bringing you real...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.

Stephanie Knight, Duke Fuqua alum and former McKinsey Engagement Manager, shares her decision-making process for getting her MBA and the benefits of an MBA. They discuss choosing an MBA program and factors that influenced their decision. The host thanks a listener for leaving a review and announces a giveaway.

Send us a textIn this episode, two PhDs - Ish and Sydney - jump on to share how they navigated the leap from academia to strategy consulting at BCG and L.E.K. Ish and Sydney are friends and colleagues, having both attended the University of Michigan.After sharing their stories, including case prep hacks and resources, they share about the upcoming Midwest Healthcare Case Competition (MHCC). Registrations are open until September 27 for this competition exclusive to advanced degree candidates (PhD/JD/MD/Masters/postdoc/etc.).Learn more and apply today.Additional LinksLearn more about MHCC: LEARN MORE Follow MHCC on Twitter and LinkedInThis episode is brought to you by:Palm Tree - explore rolesL.E.K. Consulting - learn about open rolesReal Talk About MarketingAn Acxiom podcast where we discuss marketing made better, bringing you real...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 textShow me the money, baby!McKinsey, Bain, and BCG are upping base salaries by up to $12K at the pre-MBA level and $17K for post-MBA hires. What does this mean for the industry, recruiting, and you?Listen to find out.Additional LinksReceived a 2023 offer letter? Anonymously share your offer data to contribute to the 2023 Consulting  Salary Report: SUBMITLearn more about the salary increases: MOREGet expert help to break into consulting with the Black Belt case prep program: BLACK BELTConnect 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.