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Aug 31, 2022 • 17min

S8E4: Profit Formulas and Structures for Case Interview Math

Send us a textConsulting is all about profit and loss - "how does XYZ impact profitability?" In this episode, we're sharing what you need to know about profit and formulas to calculate it. You'll walk away knowing:How businesses think about profitHow to calculate profitKey business basics for case interviewsJoin the Case Formulas Intensive - Sept. 7, 6-9PM ET - for a 3-hour live training on all things case formulas. The training is only $100 - learn more.Additional LinksCase Formulas Intensive (Sept. 7, 6-9PM ET): PURCHASEAce 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.
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Aug 26, 2022 • 35min

S8E3: OC&C Strategy Consultants Case Interview Example

Send us a textWe are thrilled to share a special edition of our case interview demonstrations series, this one led by OC&C Strategy Consultants Partner Stephen Carolin.  This session features a few behavioral/background-related questions in addition to a case study.You'll get an inside look at how OC&C runs case interviews and provides feedback for candidates. Make sure to grab a pencil and some paper because you'll want to follow alongside our candidate today.If you enjoyed what you heard from OC&C, check out open roles on the firm's website. The strategy consultancy is currently hiring across roles and geographies.Additional LinksOC&C careers page: VISITWatch the video recording from the session: VIDEOAce 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.
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Aug 24, 2022 • 39min

S8E2: Day in the Life of a Palm Tree Associate

Send us a textWhat does a day in the life of an M&A advisory consultant look like? You're about to find out. in this episode, we chat with Garrett Adame, a Senior Associate at Palm Tree. Garrett shares a candid behind the scenes look at his work and life at the firm. He also breaks down the firm's intense interview process, how promotions work, what the firm's working model is currently, his favorite project so far, and much more.The firm is actively hiring for a number of consulting roles; see open roles and apply today. Additional LinksBCG increasing base salaries across the board (33:49): NEWS RELEASEFollow 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.
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Aug 19, 2022 • 40min

S8E1: How L.E.K. Supports and Encourages Diversity

Send us a textWe're excited to bring you this diversity-centered conversation with the folks over at L.E.K. Consulting. We got to sit down (virtually) with Justin Craigwell-Graham and Jen Wu, Managing Directors at L.E.K., to dig into how the firm creates an environment that promotes diversity. We explored:What diversity actually meansThe affinity groups L.E.K. has availableAvenues for diversity candidates to engage with the firmHow L.E.K. is expanding its talent net& much moreInterested in learning more about L.E.K.? Contact a member of the firm's recruiting team today - emails below.Additional LinksAffinity groups at L.E.K.: LEARN MOREContact Renee Go (Recruiting Manager): EMAILContact Yara Alaiz DeSousa (Diversity Engagement Lead): EMAILFind L.E.K. on LinkedIn: LINKEDINThis episode is brought to you by:L.E.K. Consulting - learn about open rolesPalm Tree - explore 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.
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Aug 17, 2022 • 10min

S7E30: EY Salaries, Interviews, and Culture

Send us a textEY - one of the Big 4 firms and a giant in the world of professional services - is the envy of thousands of new grads and experienced veterans each year. If you're looking to break into EY, this episode is for you. We answer numerous questions including:How can you ace the EY interview process and break in? What salary can I expect at EY? Will I have work-life balance working for EY?Enjoy!Additional LinksGet resume, networking, and case prep guidance in Black Belt, our consulting prep program: BLACK BELTFree case interview prep guide: GUIDEQuestions about EY? Our team would love to answer them. Reach out today: EMAIL USThis 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.
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Aug 12, 2022 • 40min

BONUS: Careers with Impact at L.E.K. Consulting

Send us a textEnjoy this bonus episode brought to you by the folks at L.E.K. Consulting. You'll hear from two senior leaders at the firm share about work, life, culture, and opportunities at L.E.K.Interested?  Learn about open roles and apply here.Watch the video presentation from this session and join our email list to be the first to be notified about future live events like this one.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.
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Aug 10, 2022 • 11min

S7E29: A Verbal Math Practice Plan for Case interviews

Send us a textLast week, we shared 8 tips and tricks for case interview math. Today, we're going a little deeper with a short clip from last year's Case Math Intensive.Enjoy!Join this year's Math Intensive on August 16, 6-9PM ET: JOINAdditional LinksGet 1:1 case math practice with an ex-MBB consultant in Black Belt, our consulting prep program: BLACK BELTJoin our free case partner group on LinkedIn: JOIN GROUPThis 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.
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Aug 5, 2022 • 39min

S7E28: How Palm Tree Advises Private Equity Clients To Create Value in Complex M&A Situations

Send us a textPalm Tree is back! We're excited to share this conversation with Rouzheen Myrick, SVP, with you. She shares about the M&A advisory firm's practice areas, what type of candidate the firm is looking for, what it means to "stay frosty," and so much more.If you're looking for a challenging consulting role serving the M&A industry, Palm Tree may be the perfect fit for you. You'll develop a unique skill set, receive world-class training, and work with some really cool people like Rouzheen.Palm Tree is hiring across its 4 U.S. offices - learn more and apply today: APPLYAdditional LinksFollow Palm Tree on LinkedIn: FOLLOWBreak into consulting with the world's most effective interview prep program: BLACK BELT3-hour live training on mental math for case interviews - limited seats remaining: LEARN MOREThis 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.
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Aug 3, 2022 • 9min

S7E27: 8 Tips for Case Interview Mental Math

Send us a textMental math is a major hurdle to case interview mastery for many candidates, but it's a critical skill to master because of the quant-focused nature of consulting. In this episode, Jenny Rae - former Bain consultant - shares 8 tips and tricks to help you become a case math pro.Need mental math help? Join the Case Math Intensive on August 16; it's a 3-hour live training on mental math for case interviews, led by an ex-McKinsey consultant. There are limited seats for the event: join now. Additional LinksBreak into consulting with MC's Black Belt interview prep program: BLACK BELTAccess free math drills by MC: DRILLSMental math for consulting course: COURSEThis 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.
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Jul 29, 2022 • 34min

S7E26: A Summer in Consulting at L.E.K. with Partner Gigi Wong

Send us a textGigi Wong joined L.E.K. Consulting as a summer intern in 2013, crushed the experience, then stuck around to become a Managing Director/Partner. In this episode, you'll hear about her internship experience, why she stayed, and much more:What a summer internship at L.E.K. is likeHow the firm structures engagementsWays L.E.K. supports intern and full-time employeesCurrent internship opportunitiesEntry points to L.E.K.Average tenure to promotion per roleApplication info, important dates, and tipsMBA summer internship applications go live on August 1st: SEE OPENINGS Additional LinksExplore current openings at L.E.K.: CAREERS PAGEBreak into consulting with MC's Black Belt interview prep program: BLACK BELTReach out to L.E.K. recruiter Renee Go: EMAILFollow L.E.K. on Instagram: FOLLOWIndustry insights from L.E.K.: READ MORE This episode is brought to you by:L.E.K. Consulting - learn about open rolesPalm Tree - explore 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.

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