

Strategy Simplified
Management Consulted
Strategy Simplified is here to demystify the consulting industry and help you land your dream job in management consulting. Hosted by the expert team at Management Consulted - the world's largest resource for consulting news and interview prep - each episode covers topics related to the consulting world, from interview preparation and case study techniques to networking strategies and industry trends. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to make a transition, Strategy Simplified is the go-to resource for anyone looking to break into the consulting industry. With actionable advice, insider tips, and real-life success stories, this podcast is the ultimate guide to simplifying your career strategy and landing your dream consulting job.
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May 20, 2022 • 48min
S7E6: Daniel Liu, Managing Director at UT McCombs - A Conversation Around Career Strategy
Send us a textIn this episode, we're bringing you an engaging conversation with Daniel Liu, Managing Director for Career Education & Coaching at the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin - one of the top business schools in the U.S. We discuss career strategies (4:53), how to know if an MBA is right for you (7:20), how to get the most out of an MBA program (10:21), how his Deloitte experience informs his work as a career strategist (14:41), case interview and consulting recruiting tips (17:41), and what makes McCombs a great choice for getting a business degree (22:05).Learn more about Texas McCombs here. Resources Daniel Mentioned:Switchers by Dawn Graham: AMAZONUnleashed by Francis Frei & Anne Morriss: AMAZONMBAInsider community: VISITInvisible College: VISITOdyssey DAO: VISITMeans of Creation podcast: VISITAdditional Links:Prepare your resume, personal statement, and other essays for MBA applications: LEARN MOREJoin our email list: JOINConsulting firm directory: DIRECTORYSubmit a question for the team to answer: EMAIL USListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect 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.

May 18, 2022 • 6min
S7E5: How Consulting Firms View Online MBAs
Send us a textConsulting firms do NOT view online MBAs as favorably as on-campus MBA programs. While online MBAs are a convenient way to earn a business degree, if you're getting your MBA as a means to break into consulting, you should take pause. In this episode, Jenny Rae - ex-Bain consultant and Columbia Business School grad - gives three reasons why not to get an online MBA.Here are some spoilers: Lower admissions standards (1:42)Less immersive experience (2:47)Less powerful network (3:46)Additional LinksPurchase a seat in Black Belt, the consulting prep program that helps 80% of students land a consulting offer: LEARN MORESubmit a question for the team to answer: EMAIL USConnect 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.

May 13, 2022 • 42min
S7E4: From UCLA to BCG to Hollywood - Nare's Story
Send us a textNare Israelyan's journey into consulting was not a cookie-cutter one. It started at a non-target (for consulting) school, continued with multiple internships, including with the NFL, and eventually, led to BCG to solve problems for the world's most influential companies.Now? She's storming Hollywood as an actress, stuntwoman, and model. Tune in to get all the goodies from Nare's story, including:How she got into acting (0:56)Her non-traditional path to consulting (5:07)Her top traits for consulting success (8:16)What BCG looks for in candidates (13:04)Her favorite part of consulting (14:58)Why she left BCG (15:51)How she helps people prepare for case interviews (22:33)This episode is jam-packed with nuggets of wisdom from one of the brightest and most down-to-earth ex-consultants you'll meet.Additional LinksWork with Nare in our Black Belt interview prep program: LEARN MORESee our team of coaches: TEAMSubmit a question for the team to answer: EMAIL USListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect 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.

May 11, 2022 • 10min
S7E3: Most Common Deloitte Interview Questions
Send us a textThere are 7 questions you need to prepare for, no matter the role, if you're interviewing at Deloitte. In this episode, we walk you through all 7 questions and how to prepare your answers for each.Why Deloitte? (2:40)How will you manage multiple tasks and assignments? (3:46)Walk me through your resume (4:30)What is your greatest weakness? (5:13)What are your greatest strengths? (6:15)Tell me about a time you worked successfully in a team (7:12)Why Deloitte over other Big 4 firms? (7:53)Have a Deloitte interview coming up? Work with our team of former consultants to prepare.Additional LinksPrepare for Deloitte interviews: CASE PREP PROGRAMConnect 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.

May 6, 2022 • 32min
S7E2: Building a Strategy to 2X Revenue in 12 Months - Alvaro's Strategy Sprint Experience
Send us a textAlvaro joins us to share his takeaways from Strategy Sprint, Management Consulted's 1-week virtual consulting project. Listen to learn how he and his MBB-led case team collaborated to build a strategy to help their client achieve its goal to double revenue in 12 months.You'll hear about the training Alvaro's team received (3:16), what the consulting engagement looked like (5:26), how the MBB mentorship helped (10:34), the team's findings for the client (13:19), and his biggest takeaways from the experience (17:29).The next Sprint is coming up from May 23-27. Spots are selling fast - grab yours below.Additional LinksApply to Strategy Sprint: APPLYSee our team of MBB coaches: TEAMListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect 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.

May 4, 2022 • 26min
S7E1: Internal vs External Consulting Roles
Send us a textWhen considering a career in consulting, McKinsey, Bain, and BCG aren't the only options. Major companies like Disney, Google, Capital One, and Dell have internal consulting groups that have advantages over traditional external consulting roles. In this episode, we compare and contrast the two types of consulting to help you make an informed decision about your career.Additional LinksJoin Black Belt, MC's case prep program: BLACK BELTList of internal consulting groups: LISTPrepare your resume for any consulting role: RESUME EDITSListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect 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.

Apr 29, 2022 • 17min
S6E30: KPMG Interviews, Culture, Career Path, and Salaries
Send us a textKPMG is the smallest of the Big 4 firms, but touts its culture, benefits, and employee loyalty as reasons it is the better place of work compared to its Big 4 rivals.What's the hype all about at KPMG? What is the interview process like? What can you expect to be paid? We cover all these questions and more in this episode.Additional LinksJoin Black Belt, MC's case prep program: BLACK BELTReach out for KPMG interview prep tips: team@managementconsulted.comConnect 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.

Apr 27, 2022 • 30min
S6E29: Unlock, BCG's Pre-MBA Summer Program
Send us a textBCG Unlock is a chance for first year MBA candidates to get a head-start on the consulting recruiting process. In this episode, Stephanie chats with BCG’s MBA recruiting leader, Jeff Kovick, about the summer program, who is eligible, why to apply, how the firm is thinking about talent acquisition more broadly, and more.The deadline to register/apply is May 2, 2022 (links below).Additional LinksRegister for BCG Unlock: REGISTERApply to BCG Empower: APPLYJoin case prep program: BLACK BELTListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect 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.

Apr 22, 2022 • 1h 2min
S6E28: McKinsey Public Sector Case Interview Example
Send us a textIn this mock case interview, Marco tackles a public sector issue. Stephanie Knight, an ex-McK EM, takes the lead in the interviewer-led case. Listen (and follow along) for quality, free case practice, and keep listening as Stephanie dissects Marco's performance and shares opportunities for growth.Additional LinksJoin Black Belt, MC's case prep program: BLACK BELTAccess case partners at your level: FREE LINKEDIN GROUPSubmit a question for the team to answer: EMAIL USListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect 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.

Apr 20, 2022 • 29min
S6E27: Breaking into BCG from an International Background
Send us a textIn this episode, we hear from Grace about her journey into strategy consulting at BCG. She shares the tactics she used to break in, including her best case prep tips, and why she decided to transition out of the Big 4. Grace is originally from China and shares tips that will help anyone in a similar position navigate the consulting recruiting process.Additional LinksJoin Black Belt, MC's case prep program: BLACK BELTSubmit a question for the team to answer: EMAIL USListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect 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.


