

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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Sep 25, 2020 • 8min
S2E11: Issue Trees Are Dead (for Virtual Case Interviews)
Send us a textIn virtual case interviews, the issue trees is dead. Let's talk about it. Before COVID and the global shift to virtual, issue trees were absolutely helpful for structuring case interviews. But in today's virtual interview environment, issue trees are not relevant. Listen in as Jenny Rae dives into the thought process behind this statement. Free Case Prep course: tinyurl.com/freecaseprepInterview Prep: tinyurl.com/interview-prepAdvertise 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.

Sep 23, 2020 • 4min
S2E10: Snapchat Financial Statement Breakdown (Case Study)
Send us a textIn 2019, Snapchat took a loss to the tune of $1B. Listen in as Jenny Rae breaks down the business model of Snap, Inc., and lists the challenges the company has going forward. Can the popular video-chatting app sustain itself - despite not turning a profit? Access the 10-K report Jenny Rae mentioned: tinyurl.com/snap10-k 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.

Sep 18, 2020 • 1h 5min
S2E9: Virtual M&A Case Walkthrough, McKinsey-style
Send us a textIn this virtual case walkthrough, advanced degree candidate Yuan Cai gets put on the hot seat in front of a live Zoom audience. Jenny Rae pushes her in a non-traditional, McKinsey-style M&A case.Follow along with a pen and paper and put your casing skills to the test in this fun interview. May the force be with you! Access the video recording here: tinyurl.com/mck-case-walkthrough MC Case Library: https://tinyurl.com/caselibraryInterview Prep: tinyurl.com/interview-prepAdvertise on Strategy Simplified: tinyurl.com/mcpartnershipListen 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.

Sep 16, 2020 • 12min
S2E8: Universities in Crisis: How Does Higher Education Pay the Bills?
Send us a textHow are universities staying afloat this fall - and beyond? Today, we're talking about universities in crisis.Universities are massive fixed-cost businesses... even though we don't typically think of them like that. This creates a myriad of unique challenges for higher education. What are the options moving forward? Listen as Jenny Rae applies the Strategy Simplified framework to the university system.Free Frameworks Guide: tinyurl.com/frameworks-guideFree 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.

Sep 11, 2020 • 51min
S2E7: BCG-Style Case Walkthrough with Experienced Hire
Send us a textIn this case interview-focused episode, Jenny Rae runs through a live case with experienced hire Jensen Vu. This is a BCG-style declining profitability case walkthrough - grab a pen and paper and work through the case alongside Jensen!Watch the video walkthrough: tinyurl.com/bcg-case-walkthrough500+ Practice Cases: tinyurl.com/caselibraryMC's Case Prep Coaching: tinyurl.com/interview-prepAdvertise on Strategy Simplified: tinyurl.com/mcpartnershipListen 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.

Sep 9, 2020 • 9min
S2E6: Netflix Business Case Study
Send us a textNetflix continues to re-invent itself, and in doing so, the company keeps soaring to new heights. Has Netflix's business model changed throughout the company's many transformations? How are they doing in 2020? We dissect the global streaming company in another episode of Strategy Simplified!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.

Sep 4, 2020 • 44min
S2E5: Sean Treccia, KPMG Director of Campus Recruiting Programs
Send us a textKPMG's Director of Campus Recruiting Programs, Sean Treccia, joins us for an enlightening conversation on all things recruiting and KPMG. Listen to hear his answers to common consulting questions, including:What makes a candidate attractive to KPMG? What recruiting and hiring trends is he seeing play out? Does he expect to see a hiring split for KPMG this recruiting season? New York-style or Chicago deep dish pizza? And much more! Access the video recording of this live session: tinyurl.com/recruiting-kpmgInterview Prep: tinyurl.com/interview-prepResume Edits: tinyurl.com/resumeeditsAdvertise on Strategy Simplified: tinyurl.com/mcpartnershipListen 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.

Sep 2, 2020 • 10min
S2E4: Are We Swiping Right or Left on Tinder’s Business Model? (Case Study)
Send us a textThe popular dating app Tinder is on the veritable hot seat today. We're analyzing the Match Group darling - but not like you might expect.Tinder is a case study in SaaS done well, but we want to go into Tinder's business model to see what makes them tick. Can the company maintain the success they've experienced going forward? Can Tinder continue to increase their subscriber base and drive growth? Start listening to find out.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.

Aug 28, 2020 • 13min
S2E3: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome & Nailing The Interview
Send us a textI was 24 years old as a consultant with Bain & Company, regularly interacting with CEOs who had far more experience than me and were asking tough questions. One of the key issues I faced in that environment was imposter syndrome.In this episode, I lay out 10 practical steps to overcoming imposter syndrome and nailing the interview. If you've ever felt unprepared and unqualified in a job interview, you're in the right place!Interview Prep: tinyurl.com/interview-prepFree 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.

Aug 26, 2020 • 10min
S2E2: Ben and Jerry's: Business Model Analysis
Send us a textBen & Jerry's. The legendary ice cream that brings pint-sized joy to millions around the world every year. We all know and love B&J's ice cream, but we're curious to know exactly what it is about the business that makes it tick.In this episode, we're taking a look at Ben & Jerry's business model to see why the company has been so successful. We're also asking the question, "can B&J's continue their success going forward?" Let's dive in!Free Case Prep course: tinyurl.com/freecaseprepBlack 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.


