Strategy Simplified

Send us a textCoca-Cola is a legacy brand that has seemingly seen nothing but success since the company's humble beginnings in the late 1800's. But if we take a look under the surface, is everything as it seems for the Coca-Cola Company, or is there more to the story?Crack open an ice-cold Coke and dive into this episode to hear our sugary-sweet recipe for success for Coca-Cola (spoiler: it's about more than just the brand!).Free Case of the Month: tinyurl.com/caseofthemonthFree Math Drills: tinyurl.com/freemathdrillsAdvertise on Strategy Simplified: tinyurl.com/mcpartnershipConnect 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 textVirtual onboarding? What would have been considered outside the norm several months ago has now become the new normal. If you find yourself in a new remote work role, this episode could be a lifesaver for you!We provide 4 key steps to successfully start a job virtually. Implement these tips to create a sense of camaraderie, opportunity, skill-building, and ultimately, to achieve success in your new virtual role.Free Case Prep course: tinyurl.com/freecaseprepFree Math Drills: tinyurl.com/freemathdrillsAdvertise on Strategy Simplified: tinyurl.com/mcpartnershipConnect 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 textBaseball is back, and with it, a delectable excuse to nerd out on business strategy in a very different industry: professional sports! Ever wondered how professional sports teams make money? What kind of business is the business of sports? Stick with us as Jenny Rae dissects the business model of the world-famous Boston Red Sox, and what makes the franchise successful!Free Case Prep course: tinyurl.com/freecaseprepFree Math Drills: tinyurl.com/freemathdrillsAdvertise on Strategy Simplified: tinyurl.com/mcpartnershipConnect 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 textMany schools are uncertain of their plans for this year, leading some students to consider alternatives - one of those being a gap year. But pandemic or not, gap years are becoming increasingly en vogue. If you are, for any reason, contemplating a gap year in your future, this is the episode for you!In typical consulting fashion, we break out a pros and cons list: 3 definite drawbacks about taking a gap year, and 3 things that are intriguing about it. Are you considering a gap year? We'd love to hear about it - leave us a note at team@managementconsulted.com!Free Case Prep course: tinyurl.com/freecaseprepResume Edits: tinyurl.com/resumeeditsAdvertise on Strategy Simplified: tinyurl.com/mcpartnershipConnect 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 textWhat do massive warehouses, long lines, and annual memberships have in common? They all work together to make up the giant retail enigma that is Costco. Today, we're taking a look under the hood at what makes the retailer a unicorn in its space (hint: it all boils down to the business model).What does the future hold for Costco? Why a membership model? How does Costco maximize the lifetime value of each customer? Dive into the show to have these questions answered, and much more.Free Math Drills: tinyurl.com/freemathdrillsBlack Belt: tinyurl.com/blackbeltinterviewAdvertise on Strategy Simplified: tinyurl.com/mcpartnershipConnect 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 textHas disruption in the job market left you without a role? Do you have an internship that's been rescinded or shortened? Then you don't want to miss today's show all about how to source your own internship.We're giving you an 11-minute, 4-step game plan on setting up your own internship. Discover the 3 reasons why an unpaid internship is a win-win, and let us show you why the process isn't as difficult as it may sound. And who knows, a self-sourced internship just might be one of the most rewarding AND valuable experiences of your summer! If you do successfully source your own internship, make sure to drop us a note to let us know.Free Math Drills: tinyurl.com/freemathdrillsFree Case Prep course: tinyurl.com/freecaseprepAdvertise on Strategy Simplified: tinyurl.com/mcpartnershipConnect 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 textThe fast food icon that everyone loves - or loves to hate - is under the microscope today. We're talking about McDonald's, the world's second-largest employer and a globally recognizable brand. It's time for McDonald's to get the MC treatment!  In this episode, we go in-depth on the dual operating model McDonald's employs - which side of the business is variable cost-driven and which is fixed cost-driven? What operational role do the franchisees play as opposed to corporate? Jenny Rae has the scoop for you - let's dive in!Free Case Prep course: tinyurl.com/freecaseprepFree Case of the Month: tinyurl.com/caseofthemonthAdvertise on Strategy Simplified: tinyurl.com/mcpartnershipConnect 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 textPreston Tharp shares how he leveraged 9 years in the US Navy and a full-time MBA from Olin to land at BCG - the dream job he never knew he wanted! We dive into the specific steps he took to make a sharp career pivot to break into consulting.  How many cases did he practice before landing at BCG? What would he do differently at the beginning of the case prep process if he had to start all over? We cover these questions and a whole lot more in this fascinating conversation with Preston. Contact us at team@managementconsulted.com if you need direction for how to break into consulting from a non-traditional background.Free Case Prep course: tinyurl.com/freecaseprepFree Case of the Month: tinyurl.com/caseofthemonthAdvertise on Strategy Simplified: tinyurl.com/mcpartnershipConnect 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 the age of Amazon, Target and Walmart are defying the odds: thriving in the midst of unkind economic conditions and heightened e-commerce competition.Using the Strategy Simplified framework, we dive into the business models of both behemoths to examine why they are enjoying the success we see today. Spoiler alert: it may or may not involve the massive economies of scale that Target and Walmart both employ to drive down cost of sales and drive margins. Let's jump in!Free Case Prep course: tinyurl.com/freecaseprepFree Math Drills: tinyurl.com/freemathdrillsAdvertise on Strategy Simplified: tinyurl.com/mcpartnershipConnect 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 textWhen it comes to managing in times of economic uncertainty, should business leaders focus on the top line, bottom line, or both? We see that most organizations have opted to focus on the bottom line i.e. cost cutting. But is this the most effective method for long-term biz success?In this episode, Jenny Rae pulls from her experience at Bain to detail why a top-line focus may be the best way to go for many businesses (especially those with high variable costs) in today's environment. Put on your critical thinking hat and get your popcorn ready for another great episode from the management consulting experts!Free Case Prep course: tinyurl.com/freecaseprepFree Math Drills: tinyurl.com/freemathdrillsAdvertise on Strategy Simplified: tinyurl.com/mcpartnershipConnect 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.