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Firmsconsulting maintains a 80% success rate at placing clients within McKinsey, BCG and Bain. This is the highest in the industry and the rate is higher if we include other firms. We achieve this rate because we only use former partners from McKinsey, BCG et al to develop our clients. This makes us unique. We never use analysts, associates, engagement managers or associate principals. We also carefully select and develop clients on their communication, image, technical and case interview skills. This podcast channel describes our lessons from training our clients.
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Latest episodes

Jan 27, 2018 • 14min
330: How to Position an Online Degree?
Hi everyone, In this 330th and new episode of the Case Interview & Management Consulting complimentary podcast, audio version, we discuss how to position an online degree. We address what to consider if you are selecting an online degree to complete and what is important if you are in the process of completing an online degree. We also discuss 2 most important things to get an interview if you are trying to break into consulting with an online degree. This podcast is currently available on our new Apps in the complimentary section where NO subscription/membership is needed. Download our Apple and Android Apps, click on browse and scroll to the "Complimentary: no subscription needed" section. You will find the podcast under the "Case Interviews & Management Consulting" channel. If you find our podcasts useful, we would sincerely appreciate you leaving a genuine review for our Apps and/or iTunes channels. Although this may seem like a small step, these reviews will help us enormously. Our goal is to help our clients solve mankind's toughest problems. The simple step of leaving a genuine review will help us greatly in pursuing our mission. Thank you in advance. Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions on how to make the most of FC training or if you have any comments/feedback. Sincerely, Kris Partner kris@firmsconsulting.com SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS.

Jan 10, 2018 • 11min
329: Confusing Being a Critic for Critical Thinking
Hi everyone, In this 329th and new episode of the Case Interview & Management Consulting complimentary podcast, audio version, we discuss a very common problem of confusing being a critic for critical thinking and how it limits your ability to learn. This podcast is currently available on our new Apps in the complimentary section where NO subscription/membership is needed. Download our Apple and Android Apps, click on browse and scroll to the "Complimentary: no subscription needed" section. You will find the podcast under the "Case Interviews & Management Consulting" channel. If you find our podcasts useful, we would sincerely appreciate you leaving a genuine review for our Apps and/or iTunes channels. Although this may seem like a small step, these reviews will help us enormously. Our goal is to help our clients solve mankind's toughest problems. The simple step of leaving a genuine review will help us greatly in pursuing our mission. Thank you in advance. Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions on how to make the most of FC training or if you have any comments/feedback. Sincerely, Kris Partner kris@firmsconsulting.com

Jan 10, 2018 • 9min
328: Finding Discrepancies with a Partners' Work as Hook for a Networking Call
In this 328th and new episode of the Case Interview & Management Consulting complimentary podcast, audio version, we discuss finding discrepancies with a partners' work as "hook" for a networking call. It is very common for aspiring consultants to read partners' articles to find flaws, in the hope of proving their critical thinking skills, and sharing this with the partner to secure a networking call. We explain what happens in these situations. This podcast is currently available on our new Apps in the complimentary section where NO subscription/membership is needed. Download our Apple and Android Apps, click on browse and scroll to the "Complimentary: no subscription needed" section. You will find the podcast under the "Case Interviews & Management Consulting" channel. If you find our podcasts useful, we would sincerely appreciate you leaving a genuine review for our Apps and/or iTunes channels. Although this may seem like a small step, these reviews will help us enormously. Our goal is to help our clients solve mankind's toughest problems. The simple step of leaving a genuine review will help us greatly in pursuing our mission. Thank you in advance. Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions on how to make the most of FC training or if you have any comments/feedback. Sincerely, Kris Partner kris@firmsconsulting.com

Oct 20, 2017 • 9min
327: Bain's Obsession with Fit and Personality
In this 327th and new episode of the Case Interview & Management Consulting complimentary podcast, audio version, we discuss Bain's obsession with fit and personality during case interviews. Bain does worry about fit and personality. Enormously. Every client we have ever had, on the eve of their Bain interview, we always tell them, "Hey, you have got to understand that Bain worries about fit and personality." And every client, by and large, says, "Yeah, I understand this. Lets move on to cases." You have to understand how important this is because a disproportionate number of clients are rejected at Bain due to fit issues. If Bain is assessing fit at all times, what is a good way to demonstrate fit? This is a question addressed in this podcast. This podcast is currently available on our new Apps in the complimentary section where NO subscription/membership is needed. Download our Apple and Android Apps, click on browse and scroll to the "Complimentary: no subscription needed" section. You will find the podcast under the "Case Interviews & Management Consulting" channel. If you find our podcasts useful, we would sincerely appreciate you leaving a genuine review for our Apps and/or iTunes channels. Although this may seem like a small step, these reviews will help us enormously. Our goal is to help our clients solve mankind's toughest problems. The simple step of leaving a genuine review will help us greatly in pursuing our mission. Thank you in advance. Do not hesitate to reach out to me at kris@firmsconsulting.com if you have any questions on how to make the most of FC training or if you have any comments/feedback. Sincerely, Kris Partner kris@firmsconsulting.com SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS.

Sep 30, 2017 • 14min
326: 3 Mistakes When Practicing with McKinsey / BCG Consultants
In this 326th and new episode of the Case Interview & Management Consulting complimentary podcast, audio version, we discuss 3 mistakes made by many candidates when practicing with McKinsey and BCG consultants. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS.

Jul 23, 2017 • 21min
325: How to Present Accomplishments
In this 325th and new episode of the Case Interview & Management Consulting podcast, audio version, we discuss how to effectively present your accomplishments. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS.

Apr 10, 2017 • 28min
324: Major Changes At McKinsey
In this episode we discuss the major ongoing changes at McKinsey, 6 new practices and what it means for your career. We also discuss the questions you need to ask when considering roles at McKinsey Design, Analytics, Implementation etc. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS.

Sep 28, 2016 • 15min
323: Change to McKinsey Salaries
Michael and Tom discuss another concerning change within McKinsey: an adjustment to McKinsey salaries, which is very subtle but interesting. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS.

Sep 26, 2016 • 22min
322: McKinsey's Eroding Culture
Michael and Tom talk about a major and troubling change in the language McKinsey has started using in their performance evaluations. We discuss what it indicates for McKinsey's future. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS.

Aug 21, 2016 • 22min
321: Leaving McKinsey Not in Good Standing
Michael and Tom talk about a new concerning change in up or out procedures in one of McKinsey's North American offices, which was unfolding over the last 6 months. We discuss what impact will this have if action is not taken to stop this practice. SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAIL UPDATES HERE & RECEIVE FREE CASE INTERVIEW TRAINING KEEP IN TOUCH: Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn WANT TO LEARN FROM FORMER STRATEGY PARTNERS? REFER TO THE FIRMSCONSULTING ORIGINAL TRAINING PROGRAMS.